Utah mom Lizi Heaps, known as "The Food Nanny" on social media, has gained over 500,000 followers by sharing her passion for healthy eating and nutrition. Recently, she has shifted her focus to promoting ancient grains like Kamut, which have been cultivated for thousands of years but have largely disappeared from modern diets. Heaps is working closely with local farmers to reintroduce these grains to American markets, aiming to educate consumers about their nutritional benefits and historical significance.
Despite the rising interest in whole foods and natural ingredients, many Americans remain unfamiliar with ancient grains. Heaps believes that these grains offer unique nutritional advantages, such as higher protein content and essential amino acids, making them a valuable addition to today’s diets. By partnering with farmers, she hopes to create a sustainable supply chain that supports both small-scale agriculture and consumer health. Her approach combines social media outreach with direct engagement with agricultural communities to drive awareness and adoption of ancient grains like Kamut.