Better Body and Soul

I have been a nurse for over 35 years, but have become disillusioned with the way healing has gone from an art to a chemical proliferation of harmful drugs being doled out by healthcare providers; many of which are dangerous, ineffective, and have terrible side effects. Most chemical drugs merely mask symptoms of a disease, and may cause other problems, they do not fix the imbalance in the body. Did you know that food can actually change your DNA? Now, I am pursuing my dream and have graduated from the Institute of Integrative Nutrition, where I have been Certified as a Holistic Health Coach! I have also earned a Certificate from SUNY Purchase and am a proud member of the American Academy of Drugless Practitioners. My passion is to help women over 40 heal their chronic gut issues with IBS and other digestive disorders, lose weight, and deal with stress. Your emotions are connected to the food you eat (think chocolate!) and the physical body is only part of the picture. Too much sugar can lead to the blues., not to mention diabetes. Did you also know that you can store toxins for many years in your body as well as emotions, too? Where do you think diseases come from? Everything is connected. My program will help you in many areas, as I work in an integrated and holistic way. Did you know that 70% of your body's immune system lies inside your gut? Yep, that's true, too, and I should know --I've strugged with IBS most of my adult life. I have seen doctor after doctor, spent time in the hospital, undergone tests and more tests, and do you know what? No one ever really helped me. I even had my gallbladder removed because one doctor thought that was the problem. Even thought I didn't have gallstones, he thought it wasn't working correctly. I felt somewhat better for a couple of years, but then everything started up again--the pain, nausea, severe belly bloating, cramps and constipation. I looked like I was pregnant sometimes. And then, it got even worse--I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia. I was going thru a very stressful divorce, so I guess that did me in. . My body felt like I had been run over by a truck most days. I was chronically exhausted and relied on caffeine to keep going. I had to work. My muscles ached so badly, and I had trouble sleeping. My joints were aching too, and I sometimes had fevers. Little by little, I found ways to help myself. I kept excercising. I got tons of sleep. I sang my songs and played my guitar. I met a wonderful man. And through extensive research, countless hours reading, trial and error with natural substances, and of course elimination of anything artificial, I started to notice a difference. I gave up dairy foods, which I loved. I began cleansing and detoxifying myself and guess what--the IBS got better, my weight stablized, and so did the fibromyalgia! I actually forgot that I had it for a few years! Occasionally, I get a flare but in general, my health has improved. I am an energetic baby boomer who isn't done yet! I have projects to do, songs to sing and record, a book to finish, and people to help! I no longer rely on caffeine or diet coke and I was surprised that I felt LESS tired after I gave up coffee. Calmer, too. At IIN, I had exposure to wonderful teachers, such as Donna Gates who wrote the Body Ecology Diet, and many other inspiring doctors and teachers. I've been exposed to cutting edge research and obtained fantastic knowledge in over 100 different dietary theories. Remember, no one is exactly alike. One person's food may be another one's poison. We are biochemically different and no one size fits all. I'd love to be able to help YOU! Are you ready for a change? Please visit my website at www.betterbodyandsoul.net and sign up for a FREE initial Health Assessment. I am now seeing clients and offer both a 3 and 6 month program. Let me support you with compassion, caring and love as you transition to....being a better you! Body and Soul. That's my goal.