A Cool Concept / Interview by Mind Body Soul

A Cool Concept

An Interview with Nicholas Zotos, Owner and Founder of Beets & Bones

By Cara Moon

When did you begin your journey in to healthy food? How did you learn about nutrition and how the body metabolizes food?

Bone Broth Cold Pressed Juice Thoughtful Food Adaptogen Smoothies

My journey has really been a life-long process. Throughout my youth I suffered from stomach issues, leaky gut, skin issues, low energy, and debilitating angioedema. About 15 years ago, after various tests and different diets, I decided to go glutenfree and eliminate processed foods. The results were dramatic, but slow: my energy level increased; my stomach issues diminished. It’s true: what you put in your body makes a difference. You really are what you eat! I started to balance my diet with more fermented foods, less red meat, and of course, more juice. However I had not yet started Beets & Bones. The idea of bringing a juice business to fruition was still lingering in my mind.

What are your top 3 GO-TOs for healthy lifestyle?

1) Daily movement; 10k steps minimum. 2) Drinking water as soon as I awake. 3) Opening the blinds to let the sun shine in! That is invigorating.

What are your goals, personally and professionally, for the next 5 years?

5-Year Plan: Secure my daughters into college; continue to better myself; travel to Asia and Australia; continue to grow Beets & Bones.

Is there a mantra you Live by?

Live in the moment. The purpose of life is to find your purpose.

Who is your inspiration?

My daughters, hands down

How do you manage to create all this amazing food and balance being a father to two daughters? Do they appreciate the way you eat and enjoy the food you make?

I’ve really emphasized the importance of investing in a healthy eating regimen. Both of my daughters are avid athletes and are embracing healthy eating. They enjoy a vegetable-based diet, and help in making food. Just a few days ago we all created Hearts of Palm Tacos with Cassava Tortillas.

Thank you, Nick! We look forward to meeting up with you again and celebrating the Grand Opening of Beets & Bones in Clayton.

UNRAVELED

A MOTHER AND SON STORY OF ADDICTION AND REDEMPTION

LAURA & TOM BOLDT