Markito Fitness & Nutrition

12/02/2025

🌿⭐ New Client Spotlight ⭐🌿

Anthony came to me experiencing severe, recurring colitis flare-ups. Previous interventions, including standard medications and self-directed nutritional strategies, were insufficient to control his symptoms.

Here’s Anthony’s experience of our work together:

*“Let me start by sating that I Am grateful that I met Marc. Since the first day we spoke on the phone for a free consultation I knew I was in good hands.

Marc is very knowledgeable and his methodology of "food is medicine" aligned with my views. I suffer from colitis, an inflammation of the intestine which many people are suffering from today and which many people ignore. During my first flare up back in January and after being diagnosed with colitis I was given medication from my doctor which I took for 2 weeks to ease the inflammation. And that is what it did. It "tamed it". I was fine until my second flare up in July.

I tried healing myself with nutrition using ChatGPT and other online resources with no success. So I went searching to find another healing method other than being dependent on medication since my doctor claimed that a flare up will come and go and some people may have to be on these meds for life. I didn't want to be dependent on meds and I didn't believe that this was the only solution so I went and decided to go the complete opposite route. I wanted to heal myself with food. Nature's medicine.

Luckily I was referred to Marc from a friend of mine and I was so glad I did. We started talking and he assured me that if I followed his path we can beat this together. I learned so much about wheatgrass, sprouting and micro greens and their health benefits that I incorporate them in my diet every day. Yes there are sacrifices one must take to get to the light at the end of the tunnel. No success comes by easily. But with hard work, dedication and Marc's knowledge and encouragement I was able to heal my flare up in 4 weeks! Without any meds!

Marc's dedication to his clients is unbelievable. You will never get this type of support from a doctor. Marc takes the time to explain in great detail the plan of action. He also takes time to check in, even at night by email and by phone call. He really cares about his clients and i am grateful for it. A service you would never get with a doctor.

I know it's tough to question our doctors who always push medication on us. It's the path that we all accustomed to. But if you are like me and have an opened mind let Marc instruct you to get healed the natural way. He is the man. I can't thank him enough for what he has done for my life and my family's well being to. I feel great, lots of energy and no flare up.

I will definitely recommend Marc to all my friends and family. Truly the best Naturopath. We are lucky to have him in our city. Go and see him now. You will not regret it.”*

Key takeaways from Anthony’s experience:

• Structured, evidence-informed guidance can produce measurable improvement, even when previous interventions fail.
• Ongoing monitoring, accountability, and individualized adjustments were essential to success.
• Non-pharmacological strategies, when implemented systematically, can be effective for severe gastrointestinal conditions.

Anthony’s case demonstrates that with dedicated guidance, adherence, and process-oriented support, significant recovery is possible, even during severe flare-ups 💪✨

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Well done Anthony. I could not ask for a more focused and determined client. Your commitment and discipline made all the difference in achieving this result.

Marc Jaoudé
Naturopath | Health Educator
Nutrition & Exercise Specialist

★★★★★

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

07/03/2025

🌿 Client Success Story 🌿
We’re so proud to share this powerful review from a long-time client who completely transformed his health — lowering his blood pressure from 148/90 to 103/66 without a single pill.

“The proof is in the pudding and I’m living proof.
If you’re truly committed to enhancing both your mental and physical well-being, Markito Nutrition is the place to begin. Under Mark’s guidance, I was able to lower my blood pressure from 148/90 to an impressive 103/66 — without a single pill. I’m happy to share the evidence if needed.

What distinguishes Mark is not only his depth of knowledge and objective insight, but his unwavering commitment to individualized care. His holistic approach to nutrition, fitness, and lifestyle is far more than a temporary fix — it’s a complete recalibration of how we approach health. Rather than defaulting to pharmaceuticals often prescribed as a first resort, Mark empowers you to address underlying issues naturally, sustainably, and with purpose.

In my case, it worked — no medications, just mindful, guided change. The results speak for themselves.”

It’s been an honour to work with you — and your family — for over 20 years. 💪
This is why we do what we do.

👉 See the full review on Google: https://g.co/kgs/7dY7mw2

Marc Jaoudé
Naturopath, Health Educator
Nutrition & Exercise Specialist

★★★★★ "**The proof is in the pudding and I’m living proof.** If you’re truly committed to enhancing both your mental and physical well-being, Markito Nutrition is the place to begin. Under Mark’s guidance, I was able to lower my blood pressure from 148/90 to an impressive 103/66 — ...

06/02/2025

The international randomized controlled CO21 (CHALLENGE) trial is a powerful reminder of what I’ve been saying for years: exercise and nutrition should not be afterthoughts in cancer care—they deserve to be part of the first line of treatment.

The evidence keeps growing, showing that regular, guided exercise can be more effective than drugs in reducing cancer recurrence and improving survival. At our centre, we’re proud to support a lifestyle-first approach that empowers you to take control of your health before, during, and after a diagnosis.

We offer expert, personalized training tailored for all fitness levels, ensuring everyone receives the best support to build strength, improve health, and enhance recovery in a safe and encouraging environment. Prevention and healing start with movement, real food, and science-backed guidance.

One of the study authors was quoted in The Guardian saying:
“Exercise is as important as chemotherapy for improving survival in colon cancer patients and should be integrated into standard care.”

For those interested, here’s the CO21 (CHALLENGE) trial published in the New England Journal of Medicine:
https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa2502760

Marc Jaoudé
Naturopath, Health Educator
Nutrition & Exercise Specialist

Preclinical and observational studies suggest that exercise may improve cancer outcomes. However, definitive level 1 evidence is lacking. In this phase 3, randomized trial conducted at 55 centers, ...