Refresh Your Kitchen, Refresh Your Life: Taochemy's Guide to Clean Eating & Intentional Living
Your environment shapes your behavior more than you may realize. At Taochemy, we believe your kitchen should reflect your highest vision for health. When your space is aligned with your goals, clean eating and cellular optimization happen naturally.
PART I: Redefining Clean Eating — The Taochemy Way
Clean eating isn’t one-size-fits-all. Bio-individuality, genetics, hormones, and life stage all shape what “healthy” looks like for you. But there are a few universal principles we live by at Taochemy:
Taochemy Mottos for Nourishment:
Clear out nutrient-poor, ultra-processed snacks
Choose whole foods that don’t come in a box
Focus on ingredients, not just nutrition labels
Fill your plate with non-starchy vegetables and greens
Eat seasonally and locally when possible
Celebrate variety in your meals to support gut health
Farmers markets are an excellent way to embrace this seasonal and diverse mindset while supporting your local ecosystem.
PART II: Smart Tips to Stick to Clean Eating
Ingredient Clarity
Skip added sugars, seed oils (like canola, soy, safflower), and anything unpronounceable. Choose ghee, coconut oil, or olive oil instead.
Natural Sweetness, Sparingly
Raw local honey and monk fruit (sparingly) are better choices than artificial sweeteners.
Be Picky About Protein
Opt for wild-caught fish low in mercury. Choose pasture-raised, grass-finished meats and eggs. Prioritize organic soy and sprouted grains.
Prep Staples
Beans, legumes, and ancient grains like quinoa and teff are powerful fiber-rich choices. Cook ahead in batches to stay on track.
Love Your Fats
Use coconut oil or ghee for heat; olive oil for cold dishes. Store oils, nuts, and seeds in cool, dark spaces.
Dairy, Done Right
If you consume dairy, choose grass-fed, hormone-free, and minimally processed options.
Dessert with Intention
Go for treats with simple, recognizable ingredients. Don’t be fooled by “low-cal” marketing.
Know the Dirty Dozen & Clean 15
This helps you prioritize which fruits and vegetables to buy organic.
PART III: Kitchen Prep as a Wellness Ritual
Start With a Vision
Decide what level of upgrade makes sense this season. Preparation helps you make decisions before hunger hits—eliminating the “hangry impulse.”
Try These Kitchen Prep Habits:
Purge what doesn’t support your health goals
Stock up on nourishing pantry staples
Pre-portion salads and proteins
Batch-cook grains, beans, and vegetables
Spice things up with herbs and flavor diversity
Stock Your Wellness Arsenal
Clean Slate & Flow State: Whole-food smoothie blends loaded with superfoods and adaptogens to bridge any nutrient gaps
Free Agent: A multi-vitamin formula designed to support adrenal health, stress recovery, and immunity
Power Up: Mitochondria-supporting nutrients for better energy, metabolism, and cellular repair
These are especially helpful when traveling or on busy days when kitchen time is limited.
Bonus: Start Thinking Peptides
If you’re exploring weight balance or metabolic reset, ask your provider about GLP-1 peptides like semaglutide or tirzepatide. These science-backed compounds can:
Reduce appetite
Improve insulin sensitivity
Support long-term fat loss
Peptides are most effective when paired with clean nutrition, movement, and mitochondrial support (like Power Up). Work with a Taochemy practitioner to personalize your plan. Schedule your peptide consultation here.
Pantry + Prep Essentials
Fridge:
Leafy greens, lemons, garlic, onion
Ferments like kimchi and sauerkraut
Freezer:
Frozen fruits & vegetables
Flax meal, chia seeds
Pantry:
Coconut oil, ghee, olive oil
Apple cider & balsamic vinegar
Dried herbs, seaweed, seasonal root veggies
Adaptogens & Clean Slate/Flow State powders
Pro Tip: Make Your Own Dressings
DIY vinaigrettes are cleaner, cheaper, and customizable. Mix a high-quality oil, vinegar or citrus, and seasonings—and store it for the week.
Evolve With the Seasons
Check in with your kitchen—and your goals—quarterly. Your food environment should evolve with your life. Build a space that supports who you’re becoming.
Let your kitchen become a sanctuary for nourishment, energy, and intention.
Start where you are. Refresh as you grow.