Sweetgreen’s newest collab brings lab-level nutrition to the lunch rush

The gap between clinical nutrition advice and what’s available on your lunch break is closing. Today, Sweetgreen launched a nationwide collaboration with Function Health founder and functional medicine physician Dr. Mark Hyman.

Macros vs. Micros

While most fast-casual chains focus on macronutrients (high protein, low carb), this menu is engineered for micronutrients — specifically aiming to address common deficiencies like magnesium, iron, and omega-3s.

The collaboration applies Hyman’s “Food is Information” philosophy to the assembly line. The goal isn’t just calorie control; it is blood sugar management and inflammation reduction. The entire menu maintains Sweetgreen’s commitment to being seed-oil-free — a major sticking point for the health-conscious demographic Function serves.

The menu breakdown

The launch includes five functional bowls, each targeting a specific physiological outcome:

• The Omega Salad: Miso Glazed Salmon and avocado for brain-supporting omega-3s.
• Iron Boost (Online Exclusive): Steak and leafy greens to boost iron and B-vitamin levels.
• Steady Energy Bowl: Sweet potatoes and wild rice to steady blood sugar.
• Nutrient Power Plate: Chicken, almonds, and quinoa for sustained energy.
• Spicy Reset Bowl: Blackened chicken, chickpeas, avocado, and apples for antioxidants and fiber.

“Food is a powerful signal we send to our bodies. It’s information,” says Hyman. “Every ingredient on this menu was thoughtfully selected based on nutrient principles, and decades of medical insight, with a deep respect for real ingredients.

Nutrition that connects the dots

The partnership extends into Sweetgreen’s app, where ingredient explainers written by Hyman link nutrition choices to biological function. Rewards members also get credit toward a Function Health membership, bridging what you eat with what shows up in your lab work.

Where to get it

The Sweetgreen x Function menu is available nationwide starting today, January 6.