I’m Laura Russell and I’m a Registered Dietitian. 

I wanted to take this opportunity to share a little bit about my “Why?”.

Why I chose to take the path of functional medicine. 

First and foremost, I became a Dietitian because I feel food is so powerful in healing our bodies and taking control of our health. 

I never wanted to be in a hospital setting. I always saw myself being in a private practice. Working in a clinical setting for the past 5 years, It’s been very eye opening. Food and nutrition are not the priority in that setting. It’s all about medications, and systematic treatment. 

If a Dietitian was able to do what they’re supposed to do, then we wouldn’t have as many people who are sick and relying on medication. 

This is why I’m fully embracing the path of functional medicine, where food is used to heal the body. I love functional medicine because it’s not a systematic treatment, but rather a whole body approach. We look at the whole patient and what’s going on in their body. It’s not focused on an ailment, but rather honing in on the whole body’s systems. 

I want to be able to truly help people. 

There’s so much information out there and it becomes very confusing. It’s hard to know what’s right and what’s wrong.. That’s why it’s so important to have a dietitian in your corner who’s able to help you with an individualized approach. 

Food is medicine. 

I’ve teamed up with Dr. Brettany Hummert to create this space for people like you. 

Join our private Facebook group called Empowering Wellness!

It’s a space where we give you tips and bits, with a functional medicine approach, as well as insight on health and nutrition. It’s a group of like-minded individuals where we can share our struggles and successes along this journey. 

Join our facebook group here - https://www.facebook.com/groups/EmpoweringWellnessExtinguishBurnout

If you really feel ready to make a lasting change in your health then click here to book your complimentary call - https://www.awellnessplace.com/contact