"My passion for education in the health field began with and continues as a Dental Hygienist with particular interest in the prevention and care of Periodontal Disease, focusing on gum and bone health. Research has expanded into the connection between Oral Health and our overall Systemic Health. The care of our teeth, gums and jawbone can have a direct effect on many areas of the body, including the heart, lungs, liver and even the Brain. We now know that certain harmful bacteria in the mouth can cross the Blood-Brain barrier which can contribute to dementia and other brain diseases. Having attended innumerable continuing education courses and conferences over my 40+ year career in dentistry eventually led me to an interest in Health Coaching. In 2019, I became a certified health coach with the Institute for Integrative Nutrition® (IIN), furthering my certification in 2023 with IIN as a National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC). This allowed me to attain my status as an Apollo Health™ ReCODE 2.0 Health Coach in July of 2024. Dr. Dale Bredesen, an internationally recognized Neurologist and researcher, with the Apollo Health Medical team devised the first program that focuses on prevention and reversal of Dementia and Alzheimer's disease. This is an incredible breakthrough toward the elimination of this terribly debilitating health issue. The program provides great hope for those who are presently suffering with dementia and just as importantly, for their families and caregivers. What I especially love about the program is the prevention aspect. We now know that Alzheimer's disease isn't always caused by a genetic predisposition to the disease. There are many other risk factors involved and with the Apollo Health program, these factors are identified with your individualized profile. Just as your physician recommends a colonoscopy around age 45, Dr. Bredesen has devised the Cognoscopy as a means of identifying whether or not you have the propensity for dementia. The earlier these factors are discovered, the better your chances are for preventing dementia and severe Alzheimer's altogether! With specific blood testing and assessments, your brain health is determined and recommendations are presented for a long, thriving and happy life. Allow me to provide guidance with your journey toward better health! I can help you navigate the Apollo Health programs, providing 1:1 coaching with sincere care, concern and privacy. I can be the liaison you need with your physicians or specialists who have an interest in the Bredesen Protocol™ system of care. My personal interests besides being a geek for education, exist in many areas, like exercise- I love swimming, running and strength training. Gardening is a calming experience for me and just seeing it change with every season brings me true happiness and then, there's cooking! I love experimenting with new healthful recipes, many of which come from Apollo Health. They make cooking more fun and interesting! My husband of 36 years, is an avid bicyclist and loves skiing and hiking. He is a photographer and owner of a retail camera shop. We have 2 grown daughters for which we feel tremendously blessed!"