Are You Ready to Take The Next Step towards a Healthier You & Help Others Do the Same?
Studying nutrition changed my life.ᅠIt helped me cut through the confusion of paleo, veganism, plant-based, intermittent fasting, and more to experience lasting energy, vitality, and improved immunity.
It gave me the tools and knowledge to help heal my father, successfully getting him off six medications, losing over 50lbs, and completely recovering his life and health. Being a part of this transformation also gave me the inspiration and confidence to start Food Matters.
Unfortunately,ᅠwe aren't taught about real nutrition in school. We have a medical profession that is rarely trained to use food as medicine, and the multi-billion dollar fast-food and pharmaceutical industries thrive on misleading consumers.
Now it's time to take our power back!
James Colquhoun
Chief Executive Officer of Gaia and Co-Founder of Food Matters and The Food Matters Institute
Are You Tired of Feeling Like This?
- You're overwhelmed by the amount of conflicting ‘evidence' online on the best diet for you.
- You're spending lots of time and money on special appointments, and the latest health trends and supplements, only to find you're still fatigued and stressed.
- You've got no option but to live with an illness because you've tried everything out there and still find yourself unwell and unhappy.
- You don't have the credibility to be taken seriously by friends and family when it comes to health and wellness.
- You're stuck in a job you hate and should be working on a career you love.
- You can't use your passion for nutrition to reach your full potential.
This is why we created the Food Matters Nutrition Certification Course. To alleviate the overwhelm and hours spent seeking support, to help you transform your health and life, and to help others do the same.
The Food Matters Nutrition Certification Course Is for You If:
- You want to improve your health and help others do the same.
- You're looking for solutions to digestive issues, hormone issues, inflammation, low immunity, or a chronic illness.
- You want to learn practical solutions on how food plays a key role in gut health, weight, mood, energy levels, sleep, and more.
- You want to learn from the world's leading health experts on how food plays a key role in mood, energy levels, gut health, sleep, and more.
- You want to formalize your knowledge to feel confident in sharing this life-saving message by creating an online movement, recipe book, podcast, healthy cafe, or more.
- You're a health coach or medical professional looking to deepen your knowledge, grow your client base, gain membership and insurance to an industry body, and expand your career (you've studied elsewhere and are looking for more answers).
- You've been thinking about studying nutrition and want an in-depth course to further understand the field and your opportunities.

Learn From the Best to Become Your Best
Meet Over 50 of Your Personal World-Class Expert Teachers

Christa Orecchio
Clinical & Holistic Nutritionist

David Wolfe
Leading Raw Food Expert & Best-Selling Author

Dr. Mark Hyman
Integrative Doctor & Best-Selling Author

Dr. Tom O'Bryan
Functional Medicine & Autoimmune Specialist

JJ Virgin
Fitness Expert & Author

Jon Gabriel
Visualization Expert Best-Selling Author

Dave Asprey
Founder of Bulletproof & Best-Selling Author

Dr. Libby Weaver
Nutritional Biochemist & Best-Selling Author

Dr. Bruce Lipton
Stem Cell Biologist & Best-Selling Author

Joe Dispenza
Researcher, Teacher, Lecturer & Author

Charlotte Gerson
Founder of the Gerson Institute and Therapy

Marc David, Psy.M.
Psychologist & Founder of the Institute for the Psychology of Eating

Amina Eastham-Hillier
Naturopath, Herbalist & Nutritionist

Clint Ober
Grounding Expert & Author

Cyndi O'Meara
Founder of Changing Habits & Filmmaker

Cyrus Khambatta
Co-founder of Mastering Diabetes

Daniel Vitalis
Nature-Based Philosopher & Host of Wildfed

Dr. Alan Christianson
Naturopath & Best-Selling Author

Dr. Alejandro Junger
Cardiologist & Best-Selling Author

Dr. Andrew Saul
Natural Health Educator & Author

Dr. Dan Rogers
Medical Practitioner & Naturopath

Dr. Eric Zielinksi
Researcher, Aromatherapist & Best-Selling Author

Dr. Ian Brighthope
Medical Practitioner

Dr. Josh Axe
Doctor of Natural Medicine & Nutritionist

Dr. Sandeep Gupta
Integrative Doctor & Holistic Health Practitioner

Dr. Sarah Lantz
Nutritionist & Environmental Health Educator

Dr. Tami Meraglia
Hormone Expert & Author

Dr. Victor Zeines
Holistic Dentist & Author natdent.com

Dr. William Davis
Cardiologist & Best-Selling Author

Elizabeth Rider
Health Coach, Blogger & Author

James Colquhoun
Founder of Food Matters

Jason Prall
Practitioner, Author & Filmmaker of The Human Longevity Project

Jason Vale
Motivational Speaker, Lifestyle Coach & Best-Selling Author

Jason Wrobel
Speaker, Lifestyle Coach & Best-Selling Author

John Robbins
Food Activist & Best-Selling Author

Kim Morrison
Aromatherapist, Author & Speaker

Liana Werner-Gray
Nutritionist & Best-Selling Author

McKel Hill
Dietitian & Nutritionist

Nick Polizzi
Author & Founder of The Sacred Science

Ocean Robbins
Co-Founder of Food Revolution Network

Renae Redgen
Founder of Deeto

Ryland Engelhart
Co-Founder of Kiss the Ground

Sayer Ji
Researcher, Author & Founder of Greenmedinfo.com

Shawn Stevenson
Health Coach & Best-Selling Author

Susan Teton
Raw Food Chef & Nutrition Advocate

Udo Erasmus, Ph.D
Author, Nutrition Expert & Authority on the Subject of Fats and Oils

Vanessa Lamaro
Naturopath & Herbalist

Vani Hari
Founder of Food Babe & Best-Selling Author

After Completing the Food Matters Nutrition Certification Course, You'll Know Exactly How To:
- Identify which foods to eat and which to avoid to help heal and nourish your body, help boost your immunity, longevity, and energy, and guide others on how to do the same.
- Apply practical solutions in your everyday life that will help reinforce the importance of using food as medicine.
- Understand the importance of biochemical individuality and that there is no one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to nutrition and health and how to apply this principle to your own life.
- Utilize nutrition and natural healing methods to handle any future health issues that arise, ensuring you stay healthier for longer.
- Use your Food Matters Nutrition Certification to not only improve your health using nutrition but also help others do the same, creating a positive impact in their lives.
- Create your own health and wellness business and start practicing straight away with membership and insurance from industry professionals IICT.
Enroll Now & Get Started Today
- Lifetime access to the course & bonuses.
- 100% online & accessible 24/7 - complete around your own schedule.
- Free upgrades to all content added in the future.
- Lifetime access to support (Live Chat, Email, WhatsApp & Facebook).
- Easy to complete in 12 weeks.
- 14-day money back guarantee - love it or your money back!

Your Roadmap to Better Health!
Our flexible, personalized course is easy to complete in your own time so that you can jump right in, and graduate on your own schedule! Our diverse content takes a bio-individual and qualitarian approach to wellness, empowering you to transform your health.







10 modules of easy to apply nutrition training - audio & video lessons available.

Complete each module in your own time - average 5 hours per module.

Complete a multiple choice quiz at the end of each module (retake as many times as you need).

Additional support resources like a physical workbook, transcripts, and practicals.

Instantly download your Nutrition Coach certificate upon completion.

Revisit the program with lifetime access & support - including access to new content & bonuses.

Join the Referral Program, and earn back your enrollment fees by sharing the program with others.

Course Overview

In this module you will learn:
- How to read a nutrition label.
- How to decode the modern food system.
- How to avoid the harmful impacts of sugar, agricultural chemicals, and food additives.
- The impact of modern wheat on health.
- Which foods you should eat and which foods you should avoid.
Expert Teachers: Vani Hari, Sarah Lantz, John Robbins, Cyndi O’Meara, Dr. William Davis, Dr. Alejandro Junger, Dr. Christiane Northrup, Mike Adams & Laurentine ten Bosch

In this module you will learn:
- How to read a nutrition label.
- How to decode the modern food system.
- How to avoid the harmful impacts of sugar, agricultural chemicals, and food additives.
- The impact of modern wheat on health.
- Which foods you should eat and which foods you should avoid.
Expert Teachers: Vani Hari, Sarah Lantz, John Robbins, Cyndi O’Meara, Dr. William Davis, Dr. Alejandro Junger, Dr. Christiane Northrup, Mike Adams & Laurentine ten Bosch

In this module you will learn:
- How to understand macronutrients, micronutrients, calories and energy.
- How to manage blood glucose levels.
- The benefits of protein.
- The importance of hydration.
- Which healthy fats you should eat and which fats you should avoid.
Expert Teachers: Christa Orecchio, Udo Erasmus, Elizabeth Rider, Dr. Ian Brighthope, Dr. Andrew Saul, David Wolfe, Daniel Vitalis & Susan Teton

In this module you will learn:
- How to support your body's natural detoxification system.
- How to support the body through sickness and health.
- How to understand the impact of environmental chemicals on your health.
- The importance of our lymphatic system.
- The food and herbs you can eat to support your optimal health.
Expert Teachers: Charlotte Gerson, Dr. Alejandro Junger, David Wolfe, Sarah Lantz, Dr. Sandeep Gupta, Dr. Victor Zeines & Jason Vale

In this module you will learn:
- How to understand the digestive system and the gut microbiome.
- How to optimize your gut health to improve leaky gut, digestive issues, and skin conditions.
- Which foods nourish and which foods damage our gut health.
- The impact of modern wheat, processed foods, and additives on our digestive health.
- All about prebiotics, probiotics, fermented foods, and fiber.
Expert Teachers: Christa Orecchio, Dr. Tom O’Bryan, Sayer Ji, David Wolfe & Dr. Josh Axe

In this module you will learn:
- How the endocrine system works.
- How to avoid hormone disruptors.
- Which foods and herbs to eat to support healthy hormones.
- Lifestyle practices and plant remedies to use for balancing hormones.
- How to begin healing specific-hormone related conditions, including, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), menopause, skin issues, fatigue, low libido & digestive issues.
Expert Teachers: Dr. Joseph Mercola, Vanessa Lamaro, David Wolfe, Dr. Tami Meraglia & Dr. Libby Weaver

In this module you will learn:
- The long-term implications of chronic stress and EMF exposure.
- How stress impacts the body and mind.
- Practical ways to reduce stress.
- Natural solutions for better sleep, including grounding and essential oils.
- How to give your body rest and recovery for deep healing.
Expert Teachers: Marc David, Bruce Lipton, Joe Dispenza, Dr. Alan Christianson, Dave Asprey, Shawn Stevenson, Dr. Eric Zielinski, Clint Ober & Jason Prall

In this module you will learn:
- How the immune system & autoimmune conditions work.
- The links between food intolerances, allergies, hormones, and gut inflammation.
- The best foods to eat for when sick.
- How to use aromatherapy to reduce inflammation and boost immunity.
- How to build your own immune-boosting medicine cabinet.
Expert Teachers: Dr. Amina Eastham-Hillier, Dr. Tom O’Bryan, JJ Virgin & Dr. Eric Zielinski

In this module you will learn:
- The link between chronic disease and inflammation.
- The weaknesses in modern medical treatments for cancer and chronic disease.
- Alternative treatment pathways for chronic disease and cancer.
- The easily accessible foods to eat to fight cancer.
- Important strategies on how to support loved ones through treatment.
Expert Teachers: Dr. Andrew Saul, Charlotte Gerson, Cyrus Khambatta, Dr. Dan Rogers, Liana Werner-Gray, Udo Erasmus & Jon Gabriel

In this module you will learn:
- The power of plants, and how to use herbs, mushrooms & adaptogens to thrive.
- How to add the correct foods and herbal remedies to treatment programs.
- The best foods to eat to naturally manage mood and anxiety.
- The best essential oils for healing.
- Longevity techniques from the Blue Zones.
Expert Teachers: Daniel Vitalis, Ocean Robbins, Liana Werner-Gray, Dave Asprey, Nick Polizzi, Dr. Eric Zielinski, Jason Wrobel, Ryland Engelhart, Kim Morrison & Jason Prall
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What You Get:
- Lifetime access to the entire course and bonuses, including audio & video lessons taught by over 50 of the world's best experts in health & nutrition.
- Two free bonus programs with meal plans, shopping lists & recipes: 21 Day Gluten-Free Program + 7 Day Detox Program.
- Lifetime access to the Institute support team and our In-House Nutritionist to answer all of your questions as you work through the course (and beyond).
- Access to the Institute's global student community to connect online with like-minded individuals from around the world.
- Over $6,900 in bonuses to solidify the concepts you are learning and practically apply them in your life.
- Money back guarantee. Explore the entire course and all exclusive bonuses for 14 days, 100% risk-free. Love it, or receive your money back.
- PLUS, lifetime access to ALL NEW CONTENT and updates that we add in the future.

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14 Day Money Back Guarantee If You Don't Love The Program
Our #1 priority is your happiness and success. We aren't asking you to make a final decision on the course today. We just want you to make a fully informed decision on if it's right for you. So we are giving you the opportunity to jump into the course for 14 days risk-free. If you aren't completely satisfied, we'll refund you the total purchase price. Simply reach out to our Customer Service team.

Course Accreditations
The Food Matters Nutrition Certification Course is recognized by the below organizations:




Turn Your Certification into Real-World Success
The Food Matters Nutrition Certification Course gives you the knowledge and tools to transform others' health and lives. The possibilities for sharing this life-saving message with the world are endless.

1. Transform your own life
- Take back control of your health.
- Gain the confidence to escape the ordinary and pursue a life full of freedom, passion, and purpose.
- Because you can't help others if you can't help yourself.
2. Provide support in allied health
- Work alongside nurses, naturopaths, and other health professionals to give patients comprehensive support.
- Bridge the gap between confusion and clarity.
3. Enter the digital wellness space
- Cook up a storm with healthy recipe books, share wisdom on your wellness blog, or become the next big health influencer.
- You might even end up writing for your favorite wellness brands.
4. Launch your own wellness business
- There's coaching, self-care programs, fitness initiatives, healthy food products, and more!
- Turn your passion for nutrition into your dream business and escape the 9-to-5 grind.
Take a Look Inside the Program
We believe we've created the world's best (and most beautiful), online nutrition certification Course. But don't just take our word for it, watch the video below to take a sneak peak inside the program with Kayla, our Student Advisor and Food Matters Institute Holistic Nutritionist to see how easy it is to navigate through the program.
We're committed to helping you help yourself.
We believe that your body is worthy of good care and that no one is more suitably qualified to care for it than yourself.
We created the Food Matters Nutrition Certification Course from the growing need for people to heal themselves (or a loved one) naturally.
We've spent the last 17 years studying nutrition and interviewing experts in food, natural medicine, and mind-body therapies to uncover what's transforming lives today. We helped my father heal from depression chronic fatigue and come off six prescription medicines with this information, and it's only becoming more powerful. The method of healing and good health hasn't changed.
We believe that everyone deserves the right to good health, prosperity, and happiness. We're just making it a little bit easier for you to access.
We can't wait to welcome you to the Food Matters Nutrition Certification Course.
In good health,
James Colquhoun & Laurentine ten Bosch
Founders of Food Matters and The Food Matters Institute

Frequently Asked Questions
The course is made up of ten modules and we recommend dedicating approximately 5 hours to completing each module, making the course easy to complete in 12 weeks. Because the course is 100% online and accessible 24/7 with no lecture commitments, you can start when you're ready, and complete it around your own schedule or downtime after work.
The Food Matters Nutrition Certification Course is an approved health & wellness coach training program for continuing education of National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coaches (NBC-HWCs). Qualifying graduates can receive 32 CE/CPD credits through NBHWC. It is recognized by the International Approval and Registration Centre (IARC), and is an approved training provider with the International Institute for Complementary Therapists (IICT). This means our graduates qualify for membership and insurance through IICT under the Nutrition Consultant modality.
Health coaches belonging to the National Board for Health & Wellness Coaching (NBHWC) are encouraged to review, advance, and enhance professional knowledge, practice, and skills by gaining Continuing Education Credits (CE credits) from third-party programs and courses. This means that if you are a health coach under the NBHWC you will be eligible to receive CE credits upon completion of the Food Matters Nutrition Certification Course [CEA-000477-1].
The content within this course doesn't adhere to any one specific diet or way of eating, and this is because we believe in bio-individuality and that there is no one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to nutrition and health. The course emphasizes consuming a primarily plant-based diet because there is strong evidence for the benefits of consuming a large variety of plant-based foods. There is content discussing how to ethically include quality animal products in your diet for those who choose to (or for those who find themselves coaching clients who choose to).
Ultimately we focus on giving students a deep understanding of the foundations required for optimal health and nutrition and the science behind food, nutrition, and many of the key systems in the body. We believe that once you have this foundational knowledge, it's much easier to interpret and implement information on health and nutrition!
Yes. The Food Matters Nutrition Certification Course is designed to be completed at your own pace, from the comfort of your own home. You have lifetime access to the course, so you can jump into each lesson when you're ready.
A Food Matters Certified Coach is a consultant who coaches in nutrition and has a deep knowledge of basic nutrition principles and the skills required to provide nutrition guidance to their clients. Embodying core principles of holistic nutrition and natural medicine using a food as medicine approach to educate and guide their clients (and themselves) to help them achieve their nutrition and health goals and reach optimal health.
Our priority is the happiness of our customers, so if you aren't 100% satisfied with the course, you can email us for a full refund within 14 days. We have a money-back guarantee, no questions asked.
Yes! You'll be supported by our incredible Student Support Team and Certification Course coordinator (a qualified nutritionist) via live chat, email, or Whatsapp. You'll also have access to a thriving online student community where you'll be supported by peers from around the world who are working through the course with you. If you would like extra support, you can also join one of our guided intakes where you will study alongside a group of peers and our student advisor.
You have lifetime access to the course including all future course updates meaning you can start when you're ready and complete it around your own schedule.
Yes. To earn the Food Matters Certified Coach Certificate, you must complete each lesson and pass each module quiz by gaining 80% or higher. You can retake each quiz more than once.
The Food Matters Nutrition Certification Course equips students with the knowledge and tools needed to take control of their health and an avenue to launch a career in the wellness space. There are endless options when it comes to using your Certificate and the Bonus Business Course, which will help give you some ideas around how you can use the certification in your career.
Generally, Coaches in Nutrition do not require a state license to practice and can be certified through private credentialing bodies such as Food Matters. However, it is recommended that you check with licensing authorities in your country and locality before offering any service to the public. The Food Matters Nutrition Certification Course is designed to provide in-depth knowledge and understanding of nutrition, natural healing, and the mind-body connection. You will earn a certificate of completion when graduating our program, confirming that you have completed our program. Our program does not make you a state-registered dietician or licensed nutritionist. To determine applicable licensing requirements, you will need to check with state and local agencies where you conduct your business and where your clients reside.
Lifetime access to the course means that you will always be able to access your account and the course. Each year, we add in new and exciting lessons and bonuses, which you will also have access to!
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