Nutrition at The Ranch
Blending decades of experience and the latest nutrition research, our culinary team designs every meal to restore and enhance your vitality. Rooted in simple, seasonal, nutrient-rich ingredients, our cuisine helps you feel clear-minded and energized. Our retreats emphasize whole, organic foods and eliminate processed ingredients to support recovery and cellular repair. Many guests experience benefits like improved digestion, increased energy and enhanced well-being — a testament to the power of mindful, intentional nourishment.
Our Approach to Clean Cuisine
Create Balanced Meals
We believe in the power of simple, whole foods. Organic produce, ancient grains, legumes, seeds, healthy fats and thoughtfully chosen proteins come together in vibrant, satisfying dishes that nourish the body and delight the palate.
While our program is predominantly plant-forward, we feature a variety of protein options to support both plant-based and non plant-based diets, including: nuts, ancient grains, legumes, seeds and our proprietary Complete Greens powder, blended into snacks and smoothies. Responsibly sourced eggs, poultry and fish are available for those who wish to include them.
Complex carbohydrates provide steady energy, while nutrient-dense fats from avocados, nuts, seeds and oils support heart health and deliver essential omega-3s. By embracing all macronutrients, we create balanced, restorative meals that fuel you from the inside out.
Count Nutrients, Not Calories
We focus on food’s quality and impact rather than its calorie count. Every ingredient is chosen for its nutrient density, bioavailability and benefits to the body. But they’re also selected for flavor and delight. Meals and snacks at The Ranch are designed to taste as good as they help you feel.
While you’re here, you’ll enjoy anti-inflammatory, alkaline foods that balance hormones, blood sugar and blood pressure. Rich in emollient oils to benefit your skin, nervous system and brain health, our meals are designed to help relax tired muscles, soothe stress, boost energy and metabolism and leave you deeply satisfied.
Eat Mindfully
During your time with us, we encourage you to focus on how you feel as you nourish your body with whole, nutrient-rich foods. It’s a chance to connect with your body, listen to its needs and feel the positive effects of intentional, balanced meals. You are always welcome to adjust portions to align with your goals, ensuring you feel satisfied and energized.
Meals are enjoyed in a communal setting, fostering a warm and inclusive atmosphere where conversation and connection flow naturally. This shared time allows guests to be present with one another, nourishing the body and the spirit.
Celebrate Abundance
We celebrate the joy of good food — vibrant, seasonal and alive with flavor. Our meals and snacks are crafted from organic ingredients sourced locally from nearby farms or directly from our garden, highlighting the best each season has to offer.
Every dish features fruits, vegetables, grains, legumes and seeds, while excluding inflammation-causing foods like dairy, gluten, soy, alcohol, processed sugars and artificial sweeteners. The result is cuisine that is hydrating, restorative and deeply satisfying, supporting whole-health wellness in every bite.
Applying Our Approach
Eat Seasonally
When fruits and vegetables are in season, their nutrient density is at its peak. Eat seasonally to enjoy their full benefits and to find harmony with the earth’s natural cycle.
Eat More Plants
Small changes over time can make a profound impact. Incorporating more plants into your diet will increase energy, strengthen immunity and promote long-term heart and brain health.
Eat Organically
Organic foods are grown without harmful chemicals, making them better for the soil and our ecosystems, as well as richer in nutrients and flavor.
Eat Consciously
Set aside distractions during meal times so you can express gratitude for what’s on your plate, savor each bite and enjoy the company of those around you.