Our Journey to Better Health

Back in 2019, I was working late nights as a research coordinator at Manitoba's Health Sciences Centre when something clicked. Every day, I watched people struggle with nutrition advice that felt disconnected from their real lives. Generic meal plans, one-size-fits-all supplements, and wellness programs that ignored individual metabolic differences.

That's when Ciyifu-vukaha was born – not in a boardroom, but in my small apartment kitchen where I started developing personalized nutrition protocols for friends and family. The name itself reflects our core belief: "nefise" meaning breath of life, and "vigovu" representing strength and vitality.

Founded in Vilnius, Manitoba – We chose to build our headquarters here because this community taught us that effective nutrition isn't about expensive superfoods or trendy diets. It's about making sustainable, science-backed choices that work for real people with real schedules.

Our Mission

We exist to bridge the gap between cutting-edge nutritional science and practical daily living. Too many people feel overwhelmed by conflicting health information – we cut through the noise.

Our approach combines metabolic testing, lifestyle assessment, and behavioral psychology to create nutrition strategies that actually stick. Because what good is perfect nutrition advice if you can't follow it?

Evidence-based recommendations over trending fads
Personalized protocols that fit your schedule
Long-term health optimization, not quick fixes
Accessible nutrition education for everyone

Our Vision

We're building a world where personalized nutrition isn't a luxury – it's the standard. Where people understand their unique metabolic fingerprint and use that knowledge to fuel their best lives.

By 2030, we aim to have helped 50,000 Lithuanians achieve sustainable health transformations through our integrated approach to nutritional optimization and lifestyle medicine.

Democratizing access to personalized nutrition
Building healthier communities across Lithuania
Advancing the field of metabolic health research
Creating lasting partnerships with healthcare providers

Meet Our Expert Team

Our success comes from combining diverse expertise in nutrition science, metabolic health, and behavioral change. We're not just consultants – we're practitioners who live and breathe the principles we teach.

Dr. Marcus Vilnius

Chief Nutrition Officer & Co-Founder

Marcus brings 12 years of clinical nutrition experience from Manitoba's top medical centers. His specialization in metabolic syndrome and insulin resistance has helped over 2,000 clients achieve sustainable weight management and improved energy levels.

Before co-founding Ciyifu-vukaha, Marcus completed his Master's in Applied Human Nutrition at the University of Manitoba and earned certifications in Functional Medicine and Sports Nutrition. His research on circadian rhythm nutrition has been published in three peer-reviewed journals.

Metabolic Health Insulin Resistance Sports Nutrition Functional Medicine Research & Development

Our Achievements & Recognition

2,847

Clients Transformed

94%

Success Rate

Years of Excellence

Certified by the College of Dietitians of Manitoba and recognized as a leading innovator in personalized nutrition by the Lithuanian Association of Naturopathic Doctors. Our evidence-based approach has earned partnerships with three major Manitoba healthcare systems.