(Recorded July 2025 · Aired September 2, 2025)
When I joined Kari Hawker-Diaz and the Fresh Off the Set team, we talked about the science, the stress, and the story behind Sips Club.
“Motivated by her daughter’s long struggle with constipation and frustration with traditional remedies, Katy teamed up with a friend to develop better, kid-approved nutritional drinks.” — Kari Hawker-Diaz, Fresh Off the Set
How It Started
My wellness journey began years ago in college while studying to become a clinical laboratory scientist. I spent years in research labs learning the "why" behind disease, but everything changed when I became a mom. Suddenly, science was not abstract anymore; it was about keeping my own kids healthy.
Kari asked when I realized something needed to change. I told her about working for Amazon during the pandemic, processing tens of thousands of PCR and genomic tests. I hit full burnout. That is when I realized wellness needed to be simple, joyful, and sustainable.
Building Sips Club
After a girls’ trip with my best friend Kathleen, we started brainstorming how to help our kids actually enjoy nutrition. I began mixing formulas in my kitchen, balancing flavor, fiber, and function until Veggie Sips and Protein Sips were born.
We talked about how every ingredient earns its place: postbiotics, methylated B vitamins, soluble fiber, and coconut electrolytes, all blended into drinks families actually look forward to.
Why Gut Health
During the interview, Kari said, “Gut health has become such a buzzword, but you make it sound like something foundational.”
She was right. The gut truly is the control center of the body, linked to digestion, immunity, mood, energy, and even focus in kids. Supporting it is not trendy; it is essential.
Simple Steps to Start
Kari asked what small, realistic changes people can make right now. My answer was simple:
- Add more fiber
- Drink more water
- Eat more pre, pro, and postbiotics
- Swap one sugary drink for something functional like a Protein Sips, Support Sips or Veggie Sips
It is not about perfection; it is about direction. A few healthy habits stacked over time can really make a large impact. Be gentle with yourself, and you body will heal.
What Sets Us Apart
When Kari asked what makes Sips Club different, I explained that we bridge science and real life. Our blends are clean, delicious, and family-friendly, built for parents who want simple solutions. We make multigenerational products - good for toddlers, parents and grandkids.
Key Takeaways from the Episode
- Gut health influences mood, energy, immunity, and digestion.
- Sips Club was built by moms who understand the science and the struggle of family nutrition.
- Real change starts small: one glass, one healthy habit at a time.
🎬 Watch News Segment from KUTV Fresh Living: Utah Mom Revolutionizes Family Wellness with Nutrient Rich Sips
🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts: Gut Check: How a Utah Mom Created Drink Powders to Improve Digestion
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