by Rooted Santa Barbara | Nov 13, 2025 | Community, Education, Health, Lifestyle, Rooted News
We believe real change happens when we think bigger — when we invest boldly in what works. Dr. Rajiv Shah, President of the Rockefeller Foundation, makes that case beautifully in his recent article “The Case for Big Bets in Philanthropy: Food is Medicine” (Deseret...
by Rooted Santa Barbara | Jul 25, 2025 | Education, Health, Healthcare Providers, Learning, Lifestyle, Nutrition, Research, Rooted News, Team
A recent survey funded by the Rockefeller Foundation reports that most Americans are interested in Food Is Medicine (FIM) programs. This survey included people from a wide range of cultural and political backgrounds. Food Is Medicine programs might not be something...
by Rooted Santa Barbara | May 1, 2025 | Education, Health, Healthcare Providers, Learning, Lifestyle, Nutrition, Research, Rooted News, Team
A recent study published in Gastroenterology highlights how our diet plays a major role in the rise of gastrointestinal (GI) cancers. The research points to processed meats, not eating enough fruit, and not getting enough whole grains as the top dietary risk factors...
by Rooted Santa Barbara | Apr 10, 2025 | Community, Education, Events, Fundraising, Partners, Rooted News, Team
The disco beats were pumping from the Community Arts Workshop as guests arrived in sequins, bell-bottoms, and wild colors for Rooted Santa Barbara County’s first Annual Kale Disco on April 5, 2025 in Santa Barbara. Hosted by celebrity guest Duane Henry, the gala...
by Rooted Santa Barbara | Aug 1, 2024 | Education, Health, Healthcare Providers, Learning, Lifestyle, Nutrition, Research, Rooted News, Team
Empowerment. That’s the word that comes to mind when I think of Lifestyle Medicine. As a neurologist that works mainly with people with neurodegenerative diseases (like Parkinson’s Disease and Alzheimer’s Disease), empowerment is an extremely valuable word. ...
by Rooted Santa Barbara | Aug 1, 2024 | Recipes
I created this recipe because I love tofu. It is such a versatile food to cook with and it has a lot of protein! Tofu can be used cooked or uncooked so for this recipe I decided to use it raw from the container for a creamier texture when mixed with the avocado. I...
by Rooted Santa Barbara | May 20, 2024 | Health, Lifestyle, Rooted News
By Amanda Scott MD Hello! My name is Amanda Scott and I’m an Internal Medicine physician. I’ve been practicing primary care in Santa Barbara for over a decade. During that time, I have built a successful practice and am proud of my professional accomplishments. ...
by Rooted Santa Barbara | Jan 31, 2024 | Community, Education, Events, Fundraising, Partners, Rooted News, Team
A heartfelt thank you to our community who came together for our 2nd Annual Plantsgiving Dinner and Fundraiser on January 21, 2024!Hosted by Chrissy and JD Roth at the beautiful Nutrition Resource Center at the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County, 60 guests came...
by Rooted Santa Barbara | Nov 1, 2023 | Community, Cooking, Education, Events, Health, Kitchen Tips, Partners, Rooted News
Rooted Santa Barbara County hosted our first community open house – Rooted In Community – on Saturday, October 14, 2023 at the Community Arts Workshop! This special event celebrated the power of community, plant-based foods, and local culture, bringing...
by Rooted Santa Barbara | Sep 15, 2023 | Health, Nutrition, Research, Rooted News, Sustainability
Researchers sought to determine the most sustainable diet based on its nutritional composition, environmental impact, and total food cost. Sustainability was measured across a number of different factors, such as greenhouse gas emissions, water pollution, positive...
