The Secret Ingredient specializes in therapeutic cooking – the art and science of preparing meals designed to meet specific guidelines to support your health. Usually these guidelines are established by doctors or nutritionists that our clients work with. We support clients with a variety of health conditions, food restrictions, food sensitivities and needs. Whether you need one visit because you are recovering from surgery or regular weekly visits for the long-term, we are here to help.

We support all special diets, food sensitivities and food allergies. Some of the more common diets we work with include:

  • Autoimmune
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Dairy-free
  • GAPS
  • Gluten-free
  • Interstitial cystitis diet (IC diet)
  • Low-sodium
  • Low FODMAP (SIBO diet)
  • Crohn’s diet
  • Specific Carbohydrate Diet (SCD)
  • Sugar-detox and sugar-free
  • Paleo
  • Vegetarian
  • Vegan

Below are some of the most common scenarios that we assist with on a regular basis.

Short-term (1-4 visits)

  • Recovering from surgery, hospitalization or illness
  • Help with switching to a new diet
  • Meal support for new parents

Mid-term (5-10 visits)

  • Candida
  • IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
  • SIBO (Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth)
  • Meal support for new parents
  • Weight loss
  • Transitioning to a healthier diet

Long-term (10+ visits)

  • Autoimmune conditions
  • Cancer
  • Candida
  • Celiac
  • Crohn’s

  • Diabetes
  • Food sensitivities/allergies
  • Gastrointestinal conditions
  • GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease)
  • IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
  • MS (multiple sclerosis)
  • SIBO (Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth)
  • Weight loss and management