Hi there! I’m Dr. Jones-Poland, a primary care physician with over 20 years experience and a passion for prevention. In addition to my years of experience, I trained with Dr. Andrew Weil at the University of Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine and am a board certified health and wellness coach. I work with my patients and clients to adopt a plant based diet to reverse diabetes and prevent other chronic diseases such as heart disease and dementia. My training in coaching enables me to guide my clients and patients to permanent, lasting change.

I am a certified organic farmer and I run a Detox Retreat on my farm in Eugene, Oregon. People come to detox by doing a juice fast or by eating a clean vegan diet. Detoxes receive massages, colon hydrotherapy sessions, guasha sessions, cranial/sacral therapy and daily coaching. I also do online or in person coaching for lifestyle changes.

I have been a plant based eater and cook for over 30 years. On our farm, we host people who want to change their lifestyle to include more plants. We also make our own herbal medicines for just about everything!

I am also a PBCC certified coach and am looking forward to working with individuals who want to change their lifestyle to enable them to have more vitality and health.

I’m a wife, mom, sister, best friend, author, nutritionist, geeky scientist, and outdoor enthusiast. My journey into wellness started with heartbreak, the sudden loss of my dad. It lit a fire in me to understand what really creates long-lasting health, and that search led me to embrace a whole new way of eating and living.

I dove headfirst into the science behind nutrition, earned multiple certifications in plant-based nutrition, culinary instruction, medicinal plants, and health coaching, and even when life threw me a cancer diagnosis, I kept going. That experience only deepened my passion and transformed my health in ways I never imagined.

​Now, I spend my days sharing everything I’ve learned with anyone ready to take back their health. I love being in the kitchen, teaching classes, coaching individuals, and geeking out over how food truly changes us at the cellular level. I’ve had the joy of working with many of the world’s top experts in nutrition and wellness, hosting them at my events, interviewing them, and learning alongside them.

I am a registered nurse with 15 years in healthcare. I am passionate about lifestyle medicine. I am working towards my nurse practitioner certification so I can serve my community in the primary care role.

Uyen Chu, MD, FACS, has made an extraordinary transition from celebrated surgeon to longevity medicine pioneer. At Chu Precision Health Center in Lafayette, Louisiana, Dr. Chu applies two decades of surgical precision to preventive medicine, offering Bio Blueprint Analysis and personalized protocols that address root causes before surgery becomes necessary.
After performing over 1,000 surgeries, Dr. Chu realized she was “treating consequences, not causes.” Her current practice specializes in weight management, hormone optimization, brain health preservation, and performance medicine—utilizing advanced biomarker testing and 60-minute consultations that contrast sharply with traditional medicine’s time constraints.
Surgical Foundation Dr. Chu’s preventive expertise is anchored by distinguished surgical training. She earned her Medical Degree from the LSU Health New Orleans School of Medicine in 1993, completed a General Surgery Residency at the University of Florida Health Science Center, and pursued fellowship training in minimally invasive surgery at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine.
Since moving to Acadiana in 2001, Dr. Chu has pioneered surgical innovations, becoming the first surgeon in Louisiana to perform robotic weight loss surgery in 2013. Since, she has completed over 700 robotic procedures while maintaining an annual caseload of 400+ surgeries, establishing herself as a pivotal figure in regional healthcare.
The Prevention Evolution Throughout two decades as a bariatric surgeon, Dr. Chu gained profound insights into obesity’s complexities and weight management challenges. This experience revealed surgical intervention’s limitations and inspired her transition to precision medicine. Today, she combines surgical expertise with longevity medicine, creating personalized protocols that optimize health span and prevent the conditions she once treated surgically.

I am a retired corporate executive, on a quest to guide others to peace and happiness in their life by achieving health and wellness goals. These goals could be related to diet, sleep hygiene, stress management, or exercise.

I am a certified yoga instructor, reiki healer, sound therapist, plant based chef, and certified health and wellness coach. I have been plant based for over 40 years.

If you feel stuck in your ability to reach your goals, I am ready to meet you where you are and guide and coach you on a path that will ensure you reach your goals.

I help Baby Boomers who are tired of fad diets and conflicting nutrition advice find practical, sustainable ways to improve their health.

From my work with Baby Boomers, I know that a few simple changes can mean more energy, greater mobility, and enjoyment in their retirement.
My evidence-based nutritional principles ensure you receive solid recommendations and proven techniques for achieving your optimal lifestyle.
With personal guidance and online materials, you’ll also learn how to overcome obstacles and challenges that stop so many.

I am busy, but I offer a limited number of free consultations each month.

Lifestyle medicine focus for adult patients.

As the founder of Empowered Lifestyle Solutions, LLC and a proud FRN Certified Plant-Based Health & Wellness Coach, I am committed to helping individuals reclaim their health naturally – through food, lifestyle, and a return to the healing wisdom of plants. My journey began as a personal exploration to heal myself and my family using natural remedies and plant-based nutrition. What I discovered was life-changing: the profound impact of whole foods, self-awareness, and empowered daily choices.

With a deep respect for science and the uniqueness of every individual, I offer client-centered coaching that honors each person’s current stage on their journey. My approach is rooted in empathy, cultural awareness, and holistic care. I believe that real transformation is about more than just what’s on your plate—it includes sleep, movement, stress management, financial wellness, and cultivating a nurturing environment at home. In my practice, I help clients navigate challenges, celebrate their wins, and build lasting habits. I offer evidence-based guidance on how to transition to (or deepen) a plant-powered lifestyle, and I focus on sustainable change—not perfection. My work also integrates my passion for natural wellness through herbal support and toxin-free living, helping clients make nourishing choices inside and out. Whether you’re taking your first steps toward plant-based living or looking for support in deepening your wellness journey, I’m here to walk beside you—offering insight, support, and empowerment every step of the way. My mission is simple: to help you feel your best, live with purpose, and thrive.

Nicole Merges is a Certified Plant-Based Health Coach through the Food Revolution Network and the creator of Root to Rise: Nourish and Thrive — a program designed to help individuals heal their relationship with food, release limiting patterns, and thrive on a plant-based lifestyle. Her own transformative journey — uncovering the root causes of unhealthy eating and embracing a plant-powered diet — fuels her passion for helping others create vibrant, lasting change.

With over 15 years of experience as a minister, coach, and healing practitioner, Nicole works with her clients remotely and blends evidence-based nutrition with compassionate coaching and mindset work to create lasting transformation. She empowers her clients to build confidence in their food choices, create sustainable habits, and live a healthier, more authentic life through the power of plant-based nutrition.

With over 35 years of experience in nursing, including three decades in cancer services and 20 years in leadership, I’ve dedicated my career and life to supporting others through some of their most challenging times. After experiencing a serious health event myself, I shifted my focus from clinical care to prevention and lifestyle medicine, becoming a health and wellness coach.

Today, I combine my clinical background with a passion for whole food, plant-based nutrition, mindset, and movement to help individuals create sustainable habits that improve and optimize their overall health and happiness. My mission and passion is to guide and empower people on their journey toward living healthier, fuller lives—one small, meaningful step at a time.

Registered Dietitian working for Nudj Health. At Nudj Health, we are committed to whole-person care and our nutrition program focuses on behavioral change and disease reversal through whole-food, plant-based meal patterns. As a dietitian, I am passionate about helping people reach their health goals and establish a healthier relationship with food through education and coaching.

Simplify your life with delicious, whole-food, nutritarian cuisine from the ground up. You choose your time frame, 52-weeks, 2-weeks at a time. Expert culinary methods, and fitness for life, certified health coach, Holly J. Greenhalgh, helps individuals who desire to walk the path of better health and wellness. Arm your day with a confetti of plant-powered, wholesome ingredients, ‘good’ carbs and hydration. Leave behind the excess, the salt, the sugar, the regret, and abandon the over processed and non-nutritive toxins. Live your best life and let’s celebrate you!

Holly currently resides and coaches in the Sonoran Desert of Southern Arizona, and is a devout recipe developer, and teaches cooking classes, including how to prepare prickly pear cactus. She has developed recipes utilizing her culinary expertise for five leading health books in the industry including Get the Salt Out; Get the Sugar Out; Why Am I Always So Tired; Going Against the Grain; and Syndrome X.

Dr. Zachary Brewer is a leading cardiac surgeon based in the Central valley of California, dedicated to providing comprehensive cardiac care. His expertise encompasses all aspects of adult cardiac surgery, including complex and high-risk surgery. He uses minimally-invasive, catheter-based techniques whenever possible. Dr. Brewer prioritizes patient comfort and outcomes, offering complex surgical solutions, second opinions for peace of mind, and guidance on plant-based nutrition for overall health. Dr. Brewer is passionate about advancing cardiac care and is known for his commitment to excellence, ensuring each patient receives personalized attention.