Markito Fitness & Nutrition

11/21/2025

🌿⭐ Client Spotlight ⭐🌿

Hymie, 84, has been training with me at Markito Fitness & Nutrition for over 16 years. After two major heart surgeries, his doctors weren’t sure how much mobility or confidence he’d regain. Today, he walks comfortably, climbs stairs without hesitation, gets off the floor better than most people half his age, and feels strong in his everyday life.

Here’s what Hymie had to say:

“I’m an 84-year-old man, and staying active has been a big part of my life for the past 16 years. After going through two major heart surgeries, I wasn’t sure how much mobility or confidence I’d get back. Training with Marc at Markito Fitness has truly made all the difference. Thanks to his guidance, patience, and encouragement, my health is excellent. I can walk comfortably, climb stairs without hesitation, and feel strong in my everyday life.

Marc has been a huge part of my ability to stay mobile and independent, and I’m genuinely grateful for the care he puts into every session. I highly recommend Markito Fitness to anyone who wants to keep moving and stay healthy.”

At Markito Fitness, we push our clients- regardless of age- to explore their true potential and not settle for other people’s limitations of what they think is possible.

Our goal with clients like Hymie isn’t just strength or fitness- it’s about helping older adults stay mobile, independent, and resilient. Proper movement with good intensity helps preserve balance, joint health, and even immune function as we age, making it possible to continue living life on your own terms.

Like clockwork, Hymie can be seen twice a week in our gym, taking on a variety of “can he really do that?” movements, and I keep throwing new challenges his way. Way to go, Hymie!

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Marc Jaoudé
Naturopath | Health Educator
Nutrition & Exercise Specialist

★★★★★

10/27/2025

RFK Jr. Is Right About Chemicals - But Wrong About Meat and Dairy.

We forget something important about the older studies on animal foods...

A good amount of research was done long before our food supply was flooded with synthetic dyes, preservatives, emulsifiers, and other chemicals. Back then, people cooked from scratch, animals were pasture raised, and ultra processed food barely existed.

Yet even in that cleaner environment, the links between animal flesh and secretions and chronic disease were already well established. Mechanistic studies show how these foods drive inflammation, oxidative stress, and hormonal disruption. Observational studies show higher rates of heart disease, cancer, and diabetes in those who consumed them most.

Since then, we have not only added a flood of artificial ingredients and environmental toxins to our diet, we have also started eating even more animal products, often from industrial sources loaded with hormones, antibiotics, and chemical residues. Even wild animals accumulate higher concentrations of environmental contaminants in their fatty tissues, including pesticides, heavy metals, dioxins, and PCBs, meaning that eating animal foods often delivers a concentrated dose of the very toxins we are trying to avoid.

Every healthy population ever studied in human history has relied mainly, if not entirely, on plant foods. There has never been a documented population that thrived long term on a diet rich in meat and dairy. Anthropological evidence and modern nutritional science both support that plant-based diets provide the nutrients, disease protection, and longevity humans have historically relied on.

RFK Jr. is currently fighting to reduce chemicals and synthetic additives in our food supply, and that is important. But he also tends to emphasize that “cleaner” versions of animal foods are the solution, without highlighting the strong evidence that animal flesh and secretions themselves drive chronic disease. By overemphasizing chemicals, he may unintentionally lead people to believe that eating more “clean” meat and dairy is healthy, when the bigger issue is the foods themselves.

Your best defense against chronic disease is a diet built on whole, plant-based foods, and there is no such thing as “clean” animal food because it carries both pathogen risks and biological risks that plants do not. I believe RFK Jr.’s heart is in the right place, but he is uninformed when it comes to nutrition. As someone who works closely with people changing their diets and lifestyles, I am all too aware of how the wrong messaging can confuse and even impede their progress … and that is harmful. If he truly wants to help improve our diets, he should focus on shutting down slaughterhouses and making fresh produce accessible to all communities and schools. And yes, he should continue fighting to remove harmful synthetic chemicals from our food supply.

But ultimately, the clearest path to health is what humans have thrived on for millennia: diets predominantly rooted in nutrient dense, whole plant foods.

Working with clients making these dietary changes every day shows me how empowering it is when they put the science into practice and substantially improve their health, versus being misled daily by conflicting headlines.

Marc Jaoudé
Naturopath, Health Educator
Nutrition & Exercise Specialist

10/15/2025

🌿⭐ Client Success Story ⭐🌿

Everything we do is built around one goal: helping people take charge of their health and achieve results that most doctors consider impossible. It’s not easy work, but stories like Billy’s are the oxygen that keep us going. Thank you for the inspiration Billy.

“A year and a half ago I came to mark feeling like I had no hope, but I left with positivity. That positivity wasn't just a feeling though, it bloomed into the best life I could've imagined for myself. I was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis in 2024, it was awful, I lost so much weight I couldn't move efficiently and I was so weak I couldn't get out of bed. My doctor tried to help but didn't, Mark however had certain answers to my questions that I didn't even know were possible. I took his advice and my life today is better than it was before my diagnosis. Thank you Mark!”

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Marc Jaoudé
Naturopath, Health Educator
Nutrition & Exercise Specialist

★★★★★ "A year and a half ago I came to mark feeling like I had no hope, but I left with positivity. That positivity wasn't just a feeling though, it bloomed into the best life I could've imagined for myself. I was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis in 2024, it was awful, I lost so much weig...

09/25/2025

Science isn’t about who asks the question - it’s about the evidence. Some dismissed concerns about Tylenol and autism simply because Donald Trump mentioned them, but this video cuts through the politics and the noise. It offers a clear, unbiased look at the research so mothers can have an informed, helpful perspective.

Science isn’t about who asks the question - it’s about the evidence. Some dismissed concerns about Tylenol and autism simply because Donald Trump mentioned them, but this video cuts through the politics and the noise. It offers a clear, unbiased look at the research so mothers can have an inform...

09/16/2025

I wish real journalism let reporters follow a story wherever it led.

Over time, I’ve seen how “the narrative” is shaped by powerful interests, narrowing what we’re allowed to consider as true. True critical thinking means looking past headlines, asking who benefits, and noticing what’s left out.

I first became aware of this while studying my field and noticed conflicts of interest across food, pharmaceutical, and medical industries. Many so-called independent experts had financial ties to big corporations - but that alone wouldn’t matter if the information they presented to the public was consistent with the scientific evidence. In many cases, however, it was not - a clear example of hidden narratives shaping public understanding.

The same pattern shows up with social and political viewpoints: instead of debating actual points, people often jump straight to labels or outrage. If we don’t step back and question the framing, we’re just echoing someone else’s script. I wonder if people are even conscious of this, since new evidence often doesn’t change their beliefs.

That’s why, when I sit down for a consult with a new client, I don’t just give recommendations for their health. I spend time teaching them how to become better consumers of health information, explain the basics of how to review evidence to understand the different forms, and show what a convergence of evidence means. I also explain why what is normally believed about a health issue became the common belief, presenting all the reasons and evidence behind it, and then deconstruct it to reveal another evidence-based perspective. This way, clients can follow a process they understand and take steps most others don’t fully grasp.

The result is not only happy, healthy clients who reverse health conditions and reclaim control of their lives, but people who feel more empowered to think critically and make more informed decisions for themselves and their loved ones.

Marc Jaoudé
Naturopath, Health Educator
Nutrition & Exercise Specialist

09/08/2025

🌱 We’re excited to introduce our new freshly sprouted organic green lentils, ready to enjoy straight from the container!

Packed with plant-based protein, fiber, and gut-friendly compounds that support healthy digestion, these sprouts are as nourishing as they are delicious - naturally earthy and sweet, even raw.

Sprouting naturally boosts vitamins C and B, while reducing anti-nutrients like phytic acid - making minerals such as iron, calcium, magnesium and zinc easier to absorb.

The result? A fresh, crunchy, gut-friendly complete food that supports energy, heart health, and overall well-being.

✨ Enjoy them raw as a quick snack, sprinkle over salads, or add to soups and wraps for a crisp, nutrient-packed boost!

Packed in a 16 oz container. Our freshly sprouted organic green lentils are ready to enjoy straight from the container. Bursting with plant-based protein, fiber, and digestion-friendly enzymes, these sprouts are as nourishing as they are delicious. Sprouting naturally boosts vitamins C and B, while....

08/31/2025

🌿⭐ Client Success Story ⭐🌿

Kosta’s transformation is proof that natural lifestyle changes can be more powerful than drugs. It is a privilege to work with clients like Kosta, whose dedication, curiosity, thirst for knowledge, and commitment are truly inspiring.

“I am deeply grateful for the incredible guidance I received from Markito Fitness & Nutrition. When I first came to see Mark, I was already taking medication for high blood pressure and believed that this would be a lifelong reality for me. To my surprise, through his support and expertise, I was able to come off the medication completely and manage my blood pressure naturally.

Mark introduced me to a whole-food, plant-based way of eating, encouraged me to eliminate red meat, and guided me to cut out coffee. I also started sprouting seeds, which has been a simple but powerful addition to my diet. These lifestyle changes have not only lowered my blood pressure but also given me a new sense of vitality. I now feel calmer, lighter, and more energized than I have in years.

What truly sets Mark apart is his holistic and caring approach. He doesn’t just give advice - he listens, explains, and empowers you to take charge of your own health. His deep knowledge of nutrition and fitness is matched by his compassion and encouragement, which make the journey both achievable and inspiring.

I can honestly say that working with Mark has been life-changing. If you are struggling with your health, or if you want to discover how powerful natural changes can be, I wholeheartedly recommend Markito Fitness & Nutrition. You will not only see results but also gain the tools and confidence to sustain them for life.”

Thank you again, Kosta, for letting me be part of your journey. Your results show what is possible with commitment to real healing. 💪

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Marc Jaoudé
Naturopath, Health Educator
Nutrition & Exercise Specialist

★★★★★ "I am deeply grateful for the incredible guidance I received from Markito Fitness & Nutrition. When I first came to see Mark, I was already taking medication for high blood pressure and believed that this would be a lifelong reality for me. To my surprise, through his support and exp...

08/29/2025

We’ve never done business on social media.

Nine years ago, when our first child was born, we made a choice - no daycare. We kept her with us at work, and when our second came along, we did the same. We poured our energy into raising our kids while helping clients reclaim their health - all under one roof.

While I was consulting, they were playing in the gym. Sometimes they trained alongside clients, handed out juices at reception, helped plant seeds in our grow room - all with care, focus, and joy. They grew up seeing health not as a pitch, but a way of life. They learned by doing, and I learned just as much by watching them. I’m certainly going to miss “Daddy daycare” along with the requests to “train me like a champion papa!”

We committed to two things in those years: raising our children with presence, and serving our clients with integrity. No chasing likes. No content strategy. Just real-world results and a relentless standard of care.

Now, our youngest is starting school - and our family just returned from our very first vacation together to mark the transition. It’s a moment of change for all of us. A new chapter. And we’re ready.

After 25 years of building this from the ground up, we’re ready to expand our reach - not with gimmicks, but by continuing to offer what people truly need: honest, evidence-based solutions that produce real, lasting change.

In a world obsessed with clicks, trends, and low-effort noise, we’ve chosen a harder path - substance over hype, proof over promotion. We don’t bend to what’s “trending,” and we never will.

We serve people who are ready to do the work - to break through the noise, face themselves, and build something real. That’s always been our mission, and it will continue to be our guiding light.

No shortcuts. No algorithms. Just results.
So if you’re searching for something real - a place rooted in values, driven by purpose, and committed to true health - we welcome you.

Marc Jaoudé
Naturopath, Health Educator
Nutrition & Exercise Specialist