WELCOME

I'm so glad you're here.

I believe that true wellness begins by understanding and nourishing the body from its roots. Every individual has a unique story, and my passion is helping people discover practical, evidence-based nutrition strategies that support lasting health and well-being.

As the Founder of Nutrition By The Roots, my mission is to help individuals, families, organizations, and communities build healthier lives through compassionate, science-based nutrition care and education.

“If the path before you is clear, you’re probably On Someone Else’s”


My path to becoming a nutrition professional has been shaped by both science and a deep desire to help others.

I earned my Master of Science in Nutrition and Integrative Health and am a Licensed Nutritionist (LDN) and Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS). My clinical training includes comprehensive nutrition assessments, medical nutrition therapy, individualized nutrition care plans, and client education for a wide range of health concerns.

Before entering clinical nutrition, I spent more than two decades in biotechnology, microbiology, and quality control. That experience strengthened my appreciation for scientific research, critical thinking, and evidence-based decision-making—principles that continue to guide every recommendation I make.

Today, I combine that scientific foundation with a whole-person approach that recognizes nutrition as one important part of overall health and quality of life.

My Journey

My Philosophy

Rooted in the wisdom of the body, nourishing the whole.
This simple philosophy guides every recommendation I make and every client relationship I build.  Rather than focusing only on symptoms, I seek to understand the nutrition and lifestyle factors that influence health at its foundation.

My approach is grounded in evidence-based nutrition, individualized care, compassionate listening, and practical solutions that fit each person's life.

The core principle that guides my work—and that I hope to inspire in you—is that wellness is rooted in the body's natural wisdom.  Nourishing the body through nutrition and healthy lifestyle practices supports health at its roots, creating a stronger foundation for lifelong well-being.

I am inspired by the timeless words:

"Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food."
— Traditionally attributed to Hippocrates

I value the simple truth expressed in the saying:

"Nature is so smart, it put medicine inside the food."

And I am encouraged by these words:

"Take care of your body. It's the only place you have to live."
— Jim Rohn

Together, these ideas remind us that true wellness is about caring for the whole person—body, mind, and spirit—through nourishment, movement, rest, connection, and the everyday choices that help us thrive.

AREAS of focus

Medical Nutrition Therapy Healthy Aging Digestive Health Metabolic Wellness Chronic Disease Prevention Corporate Wellness Programs Community Nutrition Education Evidence-Based Nutrition Counseling

I provide nutrition support and education in the areas including:

Every recommendation is personalized to meet each individual's goals, health history, and lifestyle.