Where Real Wellness Takes Root

Because healthy isn’t just what’s in your cart.

it’s how you live, who you share it with, and the space that surrounds you.

Rooted & Real is more than a marketplace. It’s a wellness-first destination where clean food, community, and intentional design come together, so you never have to choose between your values and your groceries.

Our Journey

2019 - 2022

A New Chapter & Deep Healing

Moved to Nashville and began a personal journey into holistic wellness. As the world shifted, we eliminated toxins and processed foods, diving deep into healing through parasite cleanses, detoxes, and research that reshaped our lives.

2023 - 2024

The Vision is Born

Faced with the daily challenge of sourcing clean, safe groceries, the concept for Rooted & Real came to life. We chose Brentwood/Franklin as our home and began laying the groundwork.

2025 - Current

Bringing It to Life

Shared our vision, gathered feedback, connected with fellow entrepreneurs, and activated the brand and website. We’re now taking steps to turn Rooted & Real into a physical, community-centered destination.

Coming Soon: The Vision Becomes Reality

Our doors open. A clean, seed oil–free, wellness-first marketplace with deep roots in community, education, and intentional living.

What’s Next for Rooted & Real

We’ve laid the foundation, now it’s time to bring it to life. Here’s what’s on deck:

  • Secure the Right Location
    Finalize land or building space in the Brentwood/Franklin area to bring our vision into physical form.
  • Pitch to Investors
    Present Rooted & Real to aligned investors who share our passion for clean food, wellness, and regenerative values.
  • Source Initial Vendor Lineup
    Begin onboarding our first wave of trusted, ingredient-conscious partners, from local farms to clean beauty brands.
  • Begin Architectural Planning
    Work with designers and builders to create a space that’s rooted in intentionality, from lighting to air quality to layout.
  • Soft Launch Campaign
    Build community awareness, collect waitlist signups, and invite future customers into the journey.

Our Trusted Vendors

At Rooted & Real, we partner with vendors who align with our mission: clean ingredients, regenerative practices, and real transparency. These founding partners reflect the care and integrity we bring to everything we do.

Little Bird Bakery

A Nashville-based bakery crafting clean, small-batch goods with thoughtfully chosen ingredients — no shortcuts, ever.

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KHK Farms

A family-owned farm rooted in regenerative principles, raising pasture-raised meats and eggs in Lebanon, TN. KHK believes in soil health, animal welfare, and real food done right.

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Plano Produce

Local, family-owned produce stand with a loyal following — known for their fresh, seasonal offerings and community-first energy.

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Interested in Becoming a Vendor?

We're in the process of thoughtfully curating our vendor list. If you're a farm, maker, or wellness brand aligned with our mission, reach out below, we’d love to connect.

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Proudly Partnering With

At Rooted & Real, we’re building a wellness-forward ecosystem, and that means aligning with partners who share our values around clean food, transparency, and intentional living. We’re honored to be connected with these like-minded changemakers:

Herban Market

A local leader in clean eating and conscious sourcing, Herban Market shares our vision for food that heals — not harms.

Seed Oil Scout

The go-to platform for seed oil–free living. We proudly support their mission to bring greater awareness to the ingredients that matter most.

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The Rooted & Real Clean Standard

At Rooted & Real, we believe that what isn’t in your food matters just as much as what is. We hold every product on our shelves to a high standard: One rooted in wellness, transparency, and long-term health. Our ingredient policy isn’t just a list, it’s a promise.

Our Ingredient Policy Is Living

We stay curious, informed, and adaptable. As new research emerges, we remain committed to evolving our standards. Our promise is progress, not perfection, and full honesty along the way.

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We welcome customer suggestions and evaluate every product through the lens of our Clean Standard.

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What We Prioritize

We seek out products that are:

  • Organic, regenerative, or locally grown
  • Made with whole, recognizable ingredients
  • Labeled clearly with full transparency
  • Free from endocrine disruptors and gut-disrupting additives
  • Consciously packaged (glass, compostable, or PFAS-free where possible)
  • Reviewed by our evolving Health Advisory Board

What You’ll Never Find at Rooted & Real

We do not carry products that contain:

  • Seed oils (canola, soybean, corn, sunflower, safflower, cottonseed, grapeseed, etc.)
  • Synthetic preservatives (like BHT, BHA, sodium benzoate, potassium sorbate)
  • Artificial sweeteners (aspartame, sucralose, saccharin, acesulfame potassium)
  • Artificial dyes or colors (Red 40, Yellow 5, etc.)
  • MSG or flavor enhancers
  • Conventional wheat with glyphosate exposure (we prioritize organic or heirloom grains)
  • Ultra-processed ingredients or “natural flavors” used to mask poor sourcing
  • PFAS-lined packaging or BPA receipts
  • Buzzwords without backing: no greenwashing, no empty claims, no loopholes

Be Part of Something Real

At Rooted & Real, we partner with vendors who align with our mission: clean ingredients, regenerative practices, and real transparency. These founding partners reflect the care and integrity we bring to everything we do.

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Why We're Rooted in Tennessee

Rooted & Real is more than a grocery store — it's a wellness movement. Launching in Brentwood/Franklin, Tennessee, we're committed to clean living, local food, and building a community rooted in better ingredients, transparency, and intentional living.

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