My Story

My interest in natural health and nutrition was birthed by my desire to become healthy during a three year chronic illness. During the first part of my illness I sought medical help from five doctors, and despite innumerable blood tests, X-rays, scans, and other attempts at diagnosis, the source of my illness remained undetermined. A number of the doctors prescribed various medications for me, none of which made me feel better or helped me to get well, and some of which seemed to make the illness worse. After several months it became obvious that, despite the well-intentioned efforts of the doctors, I was going to have to become my own health educator and advocate.

I began studying my symptoms, researching possible diagnoses, and exploring alternative means for achieving good health. Though I was not yet able to diagnose the illness, I discovered a lot of information in books and on-line about how I could improve my health by using natural elements. In addition, I found an integrative medicine doctor and a naturopathic doctor who both practice with natural medicine disciplines and who were able to help me further my health goals by following the principles therein. The results I experienced in my health from proper nutrition, natural medicine, sunlight, water, exercise, sleep, oxygen, reducing stress, and prayer were dramatic.

I credit natural medicine and holistic nutrition with my renewed health and vitality, and want other people to experience the joy of feeling well by taking responsibility for their health. The hope that springs forth from the knowledge that we can dramatically influence the health of our bodies by natural means is something I would like more people to experience. I discovered that information about natural health options is not always available or encouraged through mainstream sources, and that I had to find my own way. It took me three years of continuous study and research to learn what I have about natural health and holistic nutrition and the ability to further good health by incorporating them both. I am now earning a Master's degree in holistic nutrition and hope to impart some valuable information to you.