My mom was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s at age 57. After she passed away, 14 years after her diagnosis, Dr. Dale Bredesen’s book The End of Alzheimer’s was released and so began my journey for health for me and my family.

During my mom’s decline as I moved from being a teacher to being a principal, I was dealing with my own health concerns. My blood work led me to see several specialists who had no answers for me. I turned to functional medicine doctors. I learned about foods that agreed with me and those that didn’t. I learned about what my body needed – nourishing foods, movement and strength training, and I learned about toxins that might be in my home and body products. I learned that I LOVED learning about all of this and I NEEDED to share this information with others who were suffering.

I now know that there are so many things to consider with nearly all health conditions –many of which are within our control. Studies have shown that half of all cancers can be cured through lifestyle changes. Yet only 6% of people follow the top five health behaviors.

I have become a health coach to assist people with behavior change toward optimal health and well-being. Mom left a lot of legacies, and I know she would be proud that I am helping others, largely because of her.

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