Healing Through Nutrition: Shaya Mercer's Journey and Expertise
There's no one way of healing that works for everyone all the time.
What if the key to healing your relationship with food lies in a blend of nutrition, coaching, and spiritual support? In this episode of 'Unsweetened Sio', host Siobhan Huggins chats with Shaya Mercer, a nutritional counselor at Northwest Life Medicine Clinic. Shaya's path to becoming a nutritional counselor is a story of transformation itself. Burned out from a career in film and television, she turned to nutrition and wellness to reclaim her health and sense of purpose.
With over 15 years of experience, Shaya has helped hundreds of clients across the globe through her unique approach that combines health coaching, nutritional therapy, and spiritual guidance. In their conversation, Shaya emphasizes that there's no one-size-fits-all method for healing. She discusses the critical role of nutrition in overall well-being and how food can be both a source of nourishment and a trigger for trauma.
Shaya also touches on the impact of food intolerances on addiction and highlights the importance of mindfulness and self-awareness in the healing process. If you're curious about how a spring cleanse could kickstart your journey to better health, Shaya has some practical tips to share. However, she acknowledges that the path to healing your relationship with food can be challenging and underscores the value of working with a nutritional counselor.
This episode offers valuable insights and tools for anyone looking to transform their relationship with food.