My Journey to Wellness
For as long as I can remember, my body never quite felt like my own. I was born with autoimmune disease and chronic conditions that shaped my early years, creating a constant backdrop of fatigue, pain, and limitations. There were days when it felt like my body was a battleground, and no matter what I did, I couldn’t find peace. But I didn’t let that stop me. From a young age, I learned to adapt, to push through, and to hold on to hope for a brighter tomorrow.
When it came time to choose a career, I naturally gravitated toward nursing. I wanted to help people like myself—people who were struggling with health challenges, looking for answers and relief. It seemed like a perfect fit. But when I started college, pursuing my nursing degree, I found myself in the midst of a personal crisis. I had reached my heaviest weight, and my autoimmune diseases were wreaking havoc on my body. The combination of physical discomfort, self-doubt, and emotional strain left me feeling devastated. I realized that in my quest to help others, I had neglected my own well-being.
At my lowest point, I made a decision that would forever change the course of my life: I chose to take control of my health. I changed my major to Nutrition, hoping that understanding the role of food and wellness could unlock the answers I so desperately sought for my own body. The decision wasn’t just academic; it was personal. I knew I needed to not only learn about nutrition but to also live it—to prove to myself that my health wasn’t beyond my control.
As I immersed myself in my studies, something remarkable began to happen. I wasn’t just learning about the science of nutrition—I was applying it to my own life. I began making small but impactful changes, focusing on nourishing my body with whole, nutrient-dense foods that supported my immune system and overall health. Slowly, the weight began to come off, and with it came a sense of empowerment I had never known before. I lost 60 pounds, and just as importantly, I found balance and strength in my body. The flare-ups from my autoimmune conditions became more manageable, and my energy levels started to soar. For the first time in years, I felt like I had the tools to maintain my health, rather than simply reacting to my symptoms.
Graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Nutrition was a moment of triumph, not just academically, but personally. I had transformed not only my body but my entire approach to health and wellness. I had learned that nutrition isn’t just about weight loss or aesthetics—it’s about using food as medicine to support every part of our well-being, to prevent disease, and to heal.
Today, I’m proud to be able to teach others what I have learned. I now guide people on their own journeys, helping them use nutrition as a tool to change their health trajectory. Whether someone is dealing with autoimmune disease, chronic conditions, or simply looking to feel better in their own skin, I’m passionate about helping others discover the life-changing power of good food.
My wellness journey didn’t follow a straight path, but it led me to a place where I feel whole, strong, and capable. I’ve learned that the body’s capacity for healing is remarkable, and with the right tools, anything is possible. I’m living proof that, no matter what life throws at you, you have the power to take charge of your health and rewrite your story.