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The American food system was never designed to make you well. It was designed to keep you craving, confused, and coming back for more. In Navigating American Food, Roxanne Koteles delivers a bold, science-backed roadmap for reclaiming your health in a world of misleading labels, hidden sugars, and ""healthy"" products that quietly fuel inflammation, fatigue, and chronic disease. This is not another fad diet. It is a reset. With over 26 years of clinical nutrition experience, Roxanne has helped clients lose over 100 pounds, restore energy, stabilize blood sugar, reduce inflammation, and rebuild hope-one smart, satisfying bite at a time. Inside, you'll learn how to: Spot the marketing traps that keep Americans stuck Use modern tools like the smart scale to track real progress beyond weight Apply the carbohydrate formula to everyday food choices Hydrate correctly to restore metabolism, clarity, and stamina Move your body before stress and inflammation reshape it Build meals that support longevity without restriction or deprivation Structured around three powerful parts-Eat Smarter, Feel Better, Live Longer-this book bridges cutting-edge nutrition science with real-life practicality. And for readers navigating cancer-or supporting someone who is-these pages offer deeply grounding support. Roxanne's recipes are designed with phytonutrients, anti-inflammatory ingredients, and cellular-supportive nutrition in mind, helping provide strength, nourishment, and clarity during complex health journeys. This is food that supports resilience while still being genuinely comforting and delicious. You'll also discover a modern recipe approach unlike any other: desserts made with natural sweeteners, gluten-free flours rich in nutrients, and ingredient combinations crafted not just for flavor-but for healing. This is not about eating ""perfect."" It is about eating with clarity.

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""Roxanne Koteles brings uncommon clarity to how food can be used thoughtfully and effectively. Her work blends science, practicality, and flavor in a way that genuinely supports people's health in real life"". -Dr. Leon Davis, MD, Internal Medicine ""Roxanne Koteles brings a rare level of precision and insight in nutrition. Her ability to translate complex health needs into clear, actionable food strategies makes her work invaluable-especially in moments when patients need both clarity and confidence. I can personally attest to the immediate, positive impact her food strategies had in helping a close family member through a difficult healthcare crisis."" - Dr. Charles Rust, Family Physician, Board Certified in Functional Medicine ""Roxanne's work demonstrates that food grounded in science does not need to sacrifice pleasure. Her ingredient combinations are thoughtful, precise, and genuinely delicious-proving that nourishment and enjoyment can coexist, even within complex health journeys."" -Dr. Steven A. Madden, MD, Oncologist ""Roxanne Koteles demonstrates exceptional precision in food selection and preparation, integrating environmental awareness, nutrition science, and practical application. Her thoughtful and grounded approach supports health in real-world conditions. I have referred many patients to Roxanne and have seen excellent results."" -William Weirs, MD, board-certified in Environmental Medicine and certified in functional medicine. ""Roxanne Koteles has an extraordinary ability to translate complex food and health issues into clear, practical guidance that people immediately understand and trust. I have watched audiences lean in, ask thoughtful questions, and light up when she speaks-because her work meets people where they are and delivers solutions they can actually use. Navigating American Food reflects that same clarity and credibility, making it a powerful guide for anyone ready to eat smarter and live better."" - Bob Ney, Former Member of Congress, Radio Host & Public Commentator ""From a research-informed perspective, Navigating American Food stands out for how thoughtfully Roxanne Koteles designs food to support real people in real life. Her recipes honor the science while respecting how people actually live, eat, and heal. It is rare to see food this carefully crafted to support health without adding burden or overwhelm."" -Kate Madden, Clinical Research Coordinator ""I value approaches that work with human physiology rather than against it-especially for individuals navigating serious or potentially terminal diagnoses. Roxanne Koteles' work replaces willpower with intelligent, compassionate systems, using food to support regulation, resilience, and sustainable change in real life, even under stress and uncertainty."" -Dr. Janet Palmer, Ph.D., Psychology, Executive & Life Coach, Author of Human GPS(TM) God's Perfect Script - The Fulfillment of My Why ""As clinicians and long-time participants in Roxanne Koteles' work, we have seen how thoughtfully designed, science-based food can support clarity, energy, and long-term health. In Navigating American Food, Roxanne translates that science into practical guidance for real, busy lives. It is a resource we often reference for maintaining consistency and allowing the benefits of good nutrition to support both physical and mental well-being."" -Dr. Katie Mason, OD; Dr. John Mason, OD, Mason Family Vision

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Roxanne Koteles is the founder of Food Wisdom Rx(c), with over 26 years of experience helping clients reverse chronic health patterns through precision nutrition, phytonutrient-rich recipes, and sustainable food systems. Her work is frequently sought out by individuals navigating complex diagnoses, including cancer, who want food that supports health without sacrificing flavor and joy. Her work bridges scientific research with real kitchen practicality-proving that healing food can be powerful, achievable, and deeply delicious

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