My health journey began with a commitment to whole foods, resulting in a 20kg weight loss that transformed my energy levels and overall well-being. I felt incredible, but life had an unexpected challenge in store. I was diagnosed with ankylosing spondylitis, a form of arthritis that causes the spine to fuse together. My rheumatologist informed me that the condition was incurable and recommended immune-suppressant injections and lifelong painkillers.

This approach didn’t sit well with me, so I embarked on a personal journey to seek out natural alternatives. I explored the root causes of autoimmune conditions, the critical role of gut health, and why my body had reached this point. Thankfully, because I was already eating healthily, I only needed to make slight adjustments to my diet. Through trial and error, I managed to reduce my pain from a consistent 9-10 on the pain scale to some days a 1-2 or even no pain at all—a huge improvement from the days when my husband had to help me out of bed.

This journey ignited a passion in me to understand nutrition on a deeper level. I pursued clinical nutrition to help others navigate the complexities of weight management, general health, autoimmune conditions, and gut health. Today, I’m dedicated to supporting others in discovering the root causes of their health issues and finding natural ways to heal and thrive.