Meet Dr. Arianna Beetz

We recently connected with Dr. Arianna Beetz and have shared our conversation below.

Hi Dr. Arianna , thanks for sharing your insights with our community today. Part of your success, no doubt, is due to your work ethic and so we’d love if you could open up about where you got your work ethic from?

Growing up as an immigrant in the U.S., I watched my mom work tirelessly as a nanny to provide for us. She had no safety net, no backup plan—just sheer grit and the unwavering belief that hard work could carve out a better future. That lesson stuck with me.

When I became the first in my family to go to college, it wasn’t because the path was easy. It was because I had internalized that same relentless drive. I worked multiple jobs while studying, determined to break through the statistics that often work against first-generation, minority entrepreneurs.

That mindset carried over into launching Nourish, my startup. The journey has been far from smooth—delayed production runs, bootstrapping every step, countless rejections—but giving up was never an option. My work ethic is fueled by the belief that every challenge is just another puzzle to solve, and that no one is coming to hand you your dreams—you have to build them, piece by piece.

At the end of the day, my work ethic isn’t just about hustle. It’s about purpose. I became an entrepreneur because I saw firsthand how metabolic health can impact generations. I wake up every morning knowing that if I work hard enough, I can create something that helps people lead healthier, longer lives. And that’s a responsibility I don’t take lightly.

Let’s take a small detour – maybe you can share a bit about yourself before we dive back into some of the other questions we had for you?

I’m the founder of Nourish, a high-protein, superfood meal replacement brand that makes clean eating effortless. Our instant chia protein puddings are packed with fiber, plant-based protein, and functional ingredients—designed for busy people who want to fuel their bodies without compromising on health. I started Nourish after seeing firsthand how metabolic health impacts longevity. Growing up, my mom fed me chia porridge, and when I became the first in my family to go to college, she credited the omega-3s in chia for helping me get there. That story, combined with my research background in resilience and wellbeing, led me to create a product that makes nutrition simple, delicious, and sustainable.

Beyond Nourish, I recently launched a Substack focused on the intersection of daily habits, climate change, and long-term health. The goal is to empower people with science-backed, actionable insights on conscious living—how the small decisions we make every day shape not just our health but the health of our planet. It’s a mix of research, storytelling, and practical strategies for building a more sustainable, resilient future.

As for what’s next? I’m deeply passionate about rethinking urban mobility—making cities more bike-friendly and giving people better options beyond car ownership. I’ve been exploring a new project in the micromobility space, which aligns with my belief that healthier people and a healthier planet go hand in hand. More to come on that soon!

If you’re interested in longevity, sustainability, or finding ways to make healthy choices easier, you can subscribe to my substack https://thebeetzbydrari.substack.com/ . Also, if you are curious to try nourish, you can get an exclusive deal: one free nourish bag with any purchase with code BOLDJOURNEY at checkout: nourishsupermeals.com.

There is so much advice out there about all the different skills and qualities folks need to develop in order to succeed in today’s highly competitive environment and often it can feel overwhelming. So, if we had to break it down to just the three that matter most, which three skills or qualities would you focus on?

Looking back, three key qualities have been most impactful in my journey: Resilience, Resourcefulness, and the Ability to Tell a Compelling Story. These weren’t just things I naturally had—they were skills I had to build over time, and they continue to evolve with every challenge I face.

1. Resilience – Learning to Take Hits and Keep Going
Entrepreneurship (and life, really) is full of setbacks. When I started Nourish, I dealt with delays, manufacturing hurdles, and the struggle of bootstrapping a food brand from scratch. It would have been easy to see these as signs to quit—but I saw them as part of the process. Growing up as an immigrant, I learned early on that persistence is often the difference between success and failure.

Advice: If you’re just starting out, build your mental toughness. Challenges aren’t roadblocks—they’re just part of the game. Find ways to reframe failure as feedback, surround yourself with people who inspire you, and don’t let setbacks define your trajectory.

2. Resourcefulness – Making Things Work with What You Have
I started Nourish with zero VC funding, meaning I had to get scrappy—leveraging organic growth, community engagement, and strategic partnerships. The same applies to my Substack, where I create valuable content with a lean, high-impact approach. Now, as I explore a micromobility startup, I’m again focusing on testing quickly and iterating efficiently before scaling.

Advice: Learn to do more with less. Whether it’s marketing, product development, or building a community, find the most effective ways to move forward without overcomplicating things. Master no-code tools, leverage your network, and focus on progress over perfection.

3. Strategic Storytelling – Making People Care
People don’t just buy products—they buy into why you do what you do. The reason Nourish resonates with people is because it’s more than just a pudding—it’s rooted in my story, my research, and my passion for metabolic health. The same applies to my Substack, where I connect the dots between longevity, sustainability, and daily habits.

Advice: Whether you’re pitching an idea, building a brand, or creating content, develop your storytelling muscle. Learn how to frame your work in a way that resonates with people—make it emotional, relatable, and impactful. If people believe in your mission, they’ll rally behind it.

At the end of the day, your journey isn’t about having everything figured out—it’s about being willing to adapt, learn, and keep pushing forward. If you focus on resilience, resourcefulness, and storytelling, you’ll be in a strong position to navigate whatever comes your way.

Thanks so much for sharing all these insights with us today. Before we go, is there a book that’s played in important role in your development?

One book that profoundly shaped my perspective is “The Comfort Crisis” by Michael Easter. It challenges the way we think about modern convenience and the unintended consequences of living in constant comfort—physically, mentally, and even spiritually. As an entrepreneur, this book resonated deeply because building something from the ground up is inherently uncomfortable. Whether it’s the uncertainty of launching a startup, the grind of bootstrapping, or the inevitable setbacks, embracing discomfort has been key to my growth.

Here are a few nuggets of wisdom from the book that stuck with me:

1. We grow in discomfort, not in ease.
One of the most powerful takeaways is that hardship is not something to be avoided—it’s something to be sought out intentionally. We live in a world designed to minimize discomfort, yet it’s often struggle that pushes us to grow. I think about this every time I hit a roadblock in my business—whether it’s a manufacturing delay, a rejection, or a problem I don’t immediately have an answer for. The lesson? Lean into discomfort, because that’s where the real breakthroughs happen.

2. Misogi: The Power of Doing Hard Things
The book introduces the Japanese concept of Misogi, which is about setting a challenge so difficult that it reshapes how you see yourself. This idea has been pivotal for me—not just in endurance challenges but in my entrepreneurial journey. Whether it’s launching Nourish, stepping into a new industry like micromobility, or even starting my Substack, I’ve learned that intentionally taking on big challenges rewires your sense of what’s possible.

3. Modern life is making us weak—and we have to push back.
Easter talks about how the ultra-convenience of modern life is eroding our physical and mental resilience. This hit home because I’ve built Nourish around the idea that food should fuel your body for longevity, not just be something ultra-processed and easy to grab. I also think about this in the context of urban mobility—so much of our environment is built for cars instead of movement, and we’ve lost touch with the simple act of biking or walking daily.

How I’ve Applied These Lessons
Reading The Comfort Crisis made me more intentional about seeking out challenges, embracing discomfort, and rejecting the default “easy” path. It reinforced why I’m so passionate about building products that make health accessible but not effortless—because effort is part of the reward.

For anyone feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like they’re coasting through life, I can’t recommend this book enough. It’s a reminder that growth comes from challenge, and the best things in life require effort.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://thebeetzbydrari.substack.com/
• Instagram: WWW.NOURISHSUPERMEALS.COM
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arianna-m-beetz/

Image Credits

Tamara Davliatshyna, Lee Corbett