An Albany business owner wants her downtown tea shop to be a destination for people seeking a healthier diet.

“Instead of just grabbing a burger or a pizza or something like that, you have the option to grab something healthier of a shake that still tastes really good or gets you a little energy pick-me-up, and you’re still putting good things into your body,” said Tamika Pickett, who took over as owner of Downtown Nutrition in December.

On the menu are iced or hot drinks for sale with plant-based recipes that have vitamins, antioxidants and healthy ingredients.

Learn more about why Pickett believes it is important to eat healthier, by watching video of Tessa Bentulan’s story.