Congratulations for inquiring about how holistic nutrition can help you achieve vibrant health! “What is holistic nutrition exactly”? Think of what it means to be a “whole” person. Holistic nutritionists respect and recognize the complex relationship between an individual’s emotional, physical and spiritual well-being. As an R.H.N., I am interested in discovering the potential sources of your health concerns by conducting a thorough assessment of the environmental factors, which may be at the root of your dis-ease such as diet, lifestyle, spiritual and emotional health, stress levels, sleep hygiene, family history, exposure to chemicals, etc. Through a thorough assessment of physiological systems (assimilation, elimination, detoxification, nervous, immune, endocrine/hormonal, cardiovascular, and musculoskeletal), I will help you to identify potential root imbalances, which often manifest as symptoms of disease. Disease does not just happen! It’s a process which often involves an imbalance in one or several systems of the body, which manifests as symptoms over time. Together, we will investigate these imbalances. From there, we will work together to bring the body back into balance, improve the body’s “terrain” so that it can resume its proper function.

Adhering to a holistic approach to health puts you back in the driver’s seat so you can take control of your health. This requires your full engagement as we work in a cooperative manner. In the recovery process, you will learn to appreciate the innate wisdom of the body and how it naturally strives to reach balance and optimal health. This is called “homeostasis” and it is a key concept in the practice of holistic healthcare.

A holistic nutritionist also recognizes the interconnection between the health of the soil, the environment, and human health. Recommendations are in line with this overall philosophy.