As Chief Nerd at The Modern Health Nerd, Theresa “Sam” Houghton is using smart strategies and great content to help health-focused CPG brands build meaningful relationships with their customers.

Sam is a graduate of both the Bauman College Nutrition Consultant program and the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies and eCornell Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate program and uses this expertise to bring a unique perspective to content marketing.

She has been a guest on Pandemic Punditry, the Vegan Stories Podcast, and Let’s Eat with Mark Samuel, and her writing has been featured on Green Queen Media.

How Does Nutrition Affect the Immune System?
How Does Nutrition Affect the Immune System?

What you eat plays a big role in how well your immune system is able to wage war against invading viruses. Here’s what you can do to make sure yours is in top shape and ready for action.


Soy Myths vs Facts: Is Soy Healthy or Not?
Soy Myths vs Facts: Is Soy Healthy or Not?

Is soy dangerous or beneficial? Many people are still uncertain whether this plant-based protein has benefits or is a threat to long-term health. The confusion has given rise to numerous conflicting reports about how soy affects the body.


3-Day Whole Food, Plant-Based Meal Plan

Need some inspiration to jump-start your foray into a plant-based lifestyle? This easy whole food, plant-based meal plan has some tasty recipes to whet your appetite.


Iodine on a Plant-Based Diet: Why Is it Important & How to Get Enough
Iodine on a Plant-Based Diet: Why Is it Important & How to Get Enough

While essential to human health, iodine can often be in short supply for people following a low-sodium, whole food, plant-based diet. On the other hand, consuming too much iodine can be just as bad. In this article, we’ll look at why iodine matters and discuss some easy ways to make sure you’re meeting your daily requirement without overdoing it.


The Fiber Dilemma – Eating Plant-Based Without Tummy Trouble
The Fiber Dilemma – Eating Plant-Based Without Tummy Trouble

Fiber is essential for digestive wellness and performs other health-promoting functions. Switching from a low-fiber, standard American diet to a plant-based diet naturally high in fiber can cause some uncomfortable problems. Minimize those problems with these simple steps.


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