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I am a registered DNA Analysis Practitioner, Nutritional Therapist, Health Coach, Chef and Naturopath<\/h4>\n

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Dot Health is all about \u2018food as medicine\u2019 approach. I offer a humble story by offering a very basic educational platform to bridge the gap between traditional medical advice and the latest thoughts and developments in nutrition and other lifestyle areas.<\/p>\n

I aim to educate, inspire, and to help everyone achieve optimal health and feel their very best. I like to unravel the root cause of inflammation in the gut and the cause of chemical imbalances in the brain. Most of the time we can reduce anxiety and beat inflammation by following sustainable dietary shifts.<\/p>\n

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I use food as medicine as the primary intervention as well as nutritional supplements to boost my client\u2019s health or to help heal a deficiency as well as lower inflammation in the body. I design meal plans that are tailor-made to your needs while integrating it with the function of integrative medicine.<\/p>\n

I will forever be a student on this path, as there is so much to be learnt from plant medicines and the intricacies and intelligence of the human body. I have a wealth of resources to share such as recipes, meal \u2013 plans, DNA predispositions, gut health advice, cooking tips and much much more.<\/p>\n

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Not only is meal prep a great way to save time, as you cook only once or twice a week and have a nutritious meal ready in a matter of minutes every day, but by planning ahead you can keep track of your calorie intake more easily. The idea is to plan to succeed, not wait to fail with eating healthy and ultimately, with weight loss in general. I wrote a wonderful blog about How to tackle meal planning<\/a> if you would love some useful tips.<\/p>\n

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When I am not in practice, you will find me spending time with little Emma (my daughter) and hubby walking the dogs on the beach or in the kitchen preparing healthy and nutritional recipes. I believe meal prep is key to maintaining a healthy balanced diet during the busyness of our everyday life.<\/p>\n

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My clients – people are diverse,
\nbut one thing unites all: a healthy position in life.<\/p>\n

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Genetic profiling for personalized nutrition, exercise and lifestyle choices<\/p>\n

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Nutritional medicine<\/p>\n

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Holistic health coaching<\/p>\n

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Low carb diets<\/p>\n

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Vegan and vegetarian diets<\/p>\n

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Professional Chef<\/p>\n

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