I discovered the power of food as medicine through Alkemia, when I was 19. I went for a physical where they did blood work to test for deficiencies. Not only was I really low in a lot of areas but the concern they had was high blood pressure and cholesterol. They suggested that I immediately start medication. With a long list of side effects plus a huge monthly bill for the meds, I wanted to see what I could do for myself first. Instead I decided to do a month cleanse to reset everything. Lots of green smoothies and plant based diet while eliminating a lot of problem foods. When I went back for testing everything I was deficient in was back to happy levels and my blood pressure/cholesterol was not a concern!! The doctors were shocked and I was too! This experience was and forever will be life changing for me.
