The combination of Eastern diagnoses and Western nutrition is a customized approach to eating right and is based on thousands of years of observation rather than hundreds of years of "science" which only seem to correspond with increasing disease. Holistic nutrition focuses on the root of the problem rather than a "band-aid" short term quick fix. It takes into consideration the whole person- mind and body. Even modern science is starting to discover the links between our mental health and our physical well-being. Also, there is no such thing as a one size fits all diet, everyone is different. Even some so-called “health foods” just don’t work for some people. We all come from different cultural and ethnic backgrounds, and have different nutritional needs.
One main aspect of healing yourself with food is just *being aware* of how you feel in response to *what you eat*. I think you may be surprised how much power and insight this can give you into your own body. Humans are creatures of habit, and sometimes we just go along and eat the same things even though our body is telling us that it's not agreeing with what we are feeding it. It is considered completely normal nowadays to have numerous health problems. It doesn't have to be this way. The goal is to become in touch with its subtle messaging, for example if you feel sleepy after eating, that's your digestive system saying, "Hey buddy, this is taking all my energy to digest this, I don't have anything left!" And if there is pain, there is inflammation. There are many foods which can combat this inflammation response. The body is smart, it sends us these signals that we are out of balance, in hopes that we will listen and do what is necessary to correct it. If we are in tune, and we are educated about what actions to take, we will have a much better life and sense of well being.
Often our health issues, even minor, can hold us back from living a full life. All of us have infinite potential as human beings on this earth. We have the potential to thrive, to be independent, to be a positive contribution to society, to be happy, and to have purpose to what we do. Being in good health lays a solid foundation on which to build the house of our dreams.
You say, YES! I want this! So, then where do we start?
The more information you can give me the better I can help you. I will email you a few forms to fill out, and this will tell me me what direction to give you as far as food recommendations. After I can see what your body's pattern is, I can get a sense of what foods will work for or against you and can compile a personalized shopping list, and recipe suggestions.
Email me for more information! I look forward to working with you
holly.renee@gmail.com
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
About the Nutritionist
Hi, I’m Holly. My journey into the natural health realm began in 2003. After a diagnosis of mononucleosis and pneumonia, I was struggling with fatigue and depression even years later. I often slept 15 hours a day. My digestion was frequently upset and I had no energy or motivation. I took various western medications which only made me feel worse. I knew it was time for a change. Then I met my life partner, who introduced me to the world of eating whole foods. He had gone through a similar health crisis before, and recognized that I needed help. He taught me all about the healing power of organic and natural foods, and helped me to rid myself of my bad habits. I noticed my energy increasing and I started to have a more positive outlook on life.
During a trip to Hong Kong in 2004, I saw my first Chinese doctor. I was astounded at how he seemed to know me without even asking any questions. Just from taking my pulse and looking at my tongue, he could tell what my health issues were. I continued to see a different Chinese herbalist in California, and I kept continually feeling better. I was so interested in this miraculous medicine, I decided to enroll in school to learn it in 2006. I attended the Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine College in Berkeley. There I learned both Eastern and Western approaches to disease, diagnoses and treatments. Throughout my time there, I have learned so much about health and healing. I took Western classes in Anatomy, Pathology, basic sciences like Psychology, Biology, Chemistry, Physics. Eastern classes including acupuncture meridian and individual trigger points, clinic, herbal formulas and treatment techniques. I especially took an interest in Chinese Herbal formulas, which I found to be of great help to rebalance the body. I have still been seeing the same amazing herbalist for over 4 years, and am lucky to be constantly learning so much from her about this great medicine. She is a wonderful mentor and has over 20 years of experience with seeing patients.
Recently my curiosity extended more deeply into the realm of nutrition. After seeing patients in clinic at AIMC, I started to realize that diet can have a huge role in alleviating many of the symptoms that I would see. After all, you can only get an acupuncture treatment once an awhile, but you eat three or more times a day! So like Hippocrates says, “Let food be thy medicine”! So I researched and discovered Bauman College for Nutrition, which teaches a holistic approach to eating which I was very excited about. The rest is history. I feel I have found my true calling in life- along with my artistic career on the side, which I feel is fueled by the foundation I have built through the years of dedication to better my health.
I am a great believer in the healing capabilities of the human body. As one of my teachers in nutrition school said, “If you can breathe, you can heal.” I look forward to sharing my knowledge with who ever is willing to receive it. There is always hope!
During a trip to Hong Kong in 2004, I saw my first Chinese doctor. I was astounded at how he seemed to know me without even asking any questions. Just from taking my pulse and looking at my tongue, he could tell what my health issues were. I continued to see a different Chinese herbalist in California, and I kept continually feeling better. I was so interested in this miraculous medicine, I decided to enroll in school to learn it in 2006. I attended the Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine College in Berkeley. There I learned both Eastern and Western approaches to disease, diagnoses and treatments. Throughout my time there, I have learned so much about health and healing. I took Western classes in Anatomy, Pathology, basic sciences like Psychology, Biology, Chemistry, Physics. Eastern classes including acupuncture meridian and individual trigger points, clinic, herbal formulas and treatment techniques. I especially took an interest in Chinese Herbal formulas, which I found to be of great help to rebalance the body. I have still been seeing the same amazing herbalist for over 4 years, and am lucky to be constantly learning so much from her about this great medicine. She is a wonderful mentor and has over 20 years of experience with seeing patients.
Recently my curiosity extended more deeply into the realm of nutrition. After seeing patients in clinic at AIMC, I started to realize that diet can have a huge role in alleviating many of the symptoms that I would see. After all, you can only get an acupuncture treatment once an awhile, but you eat three or more times a day! So like Hippocrates says, “Let food be thy medicine”! So I researched and discovered Bauman College for Nutrition, which teaches a holistic approach to eating which I was very excited about. The rest is history. I feel I have found my true calling in life- along with my artistic career on the side, which I feel is fueled by the foundation I have built through the years of dedication to better my health.
I am a great believer in the healing capabilities of the human body. As one of my teachers in nutrition school said, “If you can breathe, you can heal.” I look forward to sharing my knowledge with who ever is willing to receive it. There is always hope!
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