About Connie Johnston

Connie's Story

    Growing up, I always had a strong interest in health and nutrition.  As far back as I can remember, I would ask for a medical book, or a book on herbs and homeopathic medicine for a birthday or Christmas present. My love of medicine and the human body eventually landed me in the pre-pharm program at Wayne State University.  About midway through my studies, it dawned on me one day, "Why in the world am I studying to fill prescription bottles for those who are ailing when I don't believe that taking a pill to cure what ails us is the answer to all our problems?"  Don't get me wrong, some medications definitely have their place but I always thought of prescription drugs as nothing more than a mask for our symptoms. Not to mention, the side effects from most pharmaceutical drugs are usually worse than the condition itself! I decided then and there to go into education and use my knowledge to teach others about the sciences.

     Time went on, I had some aches and pains that I chalked off as the "aging process".  I was eventually diagnosed with osteoarthritis in my neck comparable to that of a much older woman, due to a 25 year old whiplash accident, and was told that my pain could only be managed with prescription meds and physical therapy, I succumbed to the “reality” that, I would just have to live with this discomfort.  I somehow resolved to the thought that, “Hey, I’m getting older and these aches and pains are part of life.”

    Also, I spent years dealing with indigestion and stomach issues, and was told that I had acid/reflux even though I ate what I considered, very healthy foods. Reccuring bouts of restless leg syndrome at times prevented me from sitting longer than 15 minutes without the constant urge to move my legs, where I once again told myself, "This must be part of life."....... WRONG!! 

    Looking back, I was beginning to fall apart and I was only in my 40’s. I decided to do a 30 day raw/vegan detox which, quite frankly, I was doing more for some minor weight loss than health.  What happened during and after the detox plan I was following was absolutely mind blowing. Within 4 days of being on the detox, I noticed that I no longer had any issues with my neck or my legs. The pain was 100% gone!!  My indigestion was completely resolved and I no longer needed to take any over the counter medications.  By cutting out the foods that created such an imbalance in my body, specifically acidifying foods and dairy, I was able to reduce the inflammation that was causing all my symptoms. From that day forward I have never looked back and have made it my mission to coach and educate others, empowering them to live a "pain free, disease free, bouncing off the walls" energetic life!!!  Oh, and weight loss….let’s just say you will never be on another diet again!  Period!!

    What became so clear to me throughout this process was, it is FOOD that can cure us!!  It is also FOOD that can cause a vast majority of illnesses in society, but it is knowing "WHAT" food choices to make that is key to a healthy, disease free life!!! Socrates definitely knew what he was talking about when he said, "Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food!!!" Now I add as many live foods into my diet as I possibly can.  Not only has this opened up a whole new world of scrumptious foods that I never even knew existed, the assortment of things you can make from seeds, nuts, fruits and vegetables is endless.  Ever think you could make heavenly Alfredo sauce without dairy?? Or make sour cream from nuts??  Awesome tacos without meat or soy?? Well, you can!  I personally will never go back to the SAD (Standard American Diet), I feel like I’m in my 20’s.  I can’t imagine not feeling this way for the rest of my life. Life is too short, don't we owe it to ourselves to live our best life possible??

    Come along for the ride - check out my site, you'll be glad you did!  There are some wonderful articles as well as tips to living a better life.  Here's to your health!  Connie 

    For more information regarding the "Raw Food Diet" check out our F.A.Q's page.  Whether you want to go totally raw or just incorporate raw/live foods into your diet, this is a great place to start!!