My Story

     I have always had an interest in helping the body heal through Nutrition and I learned fairly early on in my life that I had to be in control of my own health through proper nutrition and lifestyle approaches.  Like many others, I grew up on highly processed foods such as sugary cereal, pancakes mixes, white bread, and sugary snacks made by Hostess.  I was active in sports, but I struggled with chronic fatigue, poor mood, sinus congestion and even panic attacks.  The medical profession had no answer for my ills.   As a teenager, I took matters into my own hands and discovered a major improvement in my energy and health through nutrition and lifestyle changes. 

     I graduated from UC Davis with a BS in Agricultural and Consumer Economics.  This was my first insight into the food industry production and marketing tactics.  I studied policies and laws regarding food labeling, water quality, land use and the Farm bill.  I then attended and graduated from law school where I honed my critical thinking skills.  As an Assistant District Attorney for many years, I became skilled at analyzing evidence and expert testimony in search of truth. 

     I continued an active lifestyle throughout my years of working and raising 3 girls.  As an adult, and mother, I  pursued mountain biking, hiking, walking, body building, gymnastics and gardening.  In my 50's, I became competitive in Aerial Arts and coached aerial classes.  I competed at the National and World Level in Pole Sports. I joined Crossfit just before my 60th birthday where I am currently competitive in the Masters 60+ division.  Most recently, I placed 129 in the World in my age group of 60-64 at the Crossfit Semifinals.

     In furtherance of my passion  for Nutrition, I enrolled in The Energetic Health Institute, and completed 1200 hours of course learning approved by the NANP to certify me as a Holistic Nutritionist.  I also completed the Crossfit 1 Nutrition Course.

     My mission is to help you think critically about about your nutrition and lifestyle so you can avoid  vulnerability to "broken science" and achieve optimal health and performance.