My Journey… My Why…

My Story

I was introduced to cancer early in life. I grew up in a close-knit extended family—my cousins felt more like siblings than relatives. But when we lost both my aunt and uncle to cancer in their 30s and 40s, and then my grandmother shortly after, everything changed.

We each grieved in our own way—for a parent, a partner, a sibling, a child—and for the warmth and unity of the family we once knew. That deep personal loss shaped the path I walk today.

I know what it feels like to fear losing someone you love, to carry unanswered questions, and to face the weight of uncertainty. This is why I do what I do: to help keep families together for as long as possible—with or without a cancer diagnosis.

My Own Health Journey

In my early 30s, I faced my own health challenges when I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism, which later developed into Hashimoto’s. I was constantly tired, anxious, and struggling with my weight and energy levels—even though my “lab results” were considered normal.
That experience taught me a powerful lesson: health is not just about numbers on a chart. It’s about how you feel, how your body functions, and how all the systems within you work together.

I realized I needed to do more than just “manage” symptoms—I needed to understand the root causes. This search for answers led me deep into the world of chronic inflammation, gut health, autoimmunity, and eventually, cancer nutrition.

Why Food Matters

I grew up in a family where food meant more than just eating—it meant connection, belonging, and love. After my mother passed away in my early 20s, cooking became my way of honouring her and the loved ones we had lost, many to cancer.

Over time, I began to understand food in a new way—not just as culture or comfort, but as a powerful tool for healing. For me, food is personal, emotional, and deeply connected to our wellbeing.

Today, I see food as medicine—not in a prescriptive way, but as a way to nourish the body, support the inner terrain, and improve quality of life. It’s the foundation of my approach.

Why I Do This Work

My background in mathematics and health insurance gave me a unique perspective on the healthcare system. I saw how people’s health was often reduced to numbers—lab results, treatment costs, and statistics. But behind those numbers are real lives, real families, and real stories.

I wanted to change that. I wanted to bring humanity back into health and healing.

Now, as an oncology nutrition professional, I help individuals and their families navigate cancer treatment and recovery with confidence, compassion, and practical tools. Together, we use nutrition and lifestyle strategies to:

Ease treatment side effects
Improve quality of life
Support the body’s natural healing capacity
Create sustainable changes that last beyond treatment

Because this work isn’t just about food—it’s about keeping families connected, stronger, and supported.

What I Believe

Food is so powerful! However, healing is more than what’s on your plate.
Every body is unique! Your care should be too.
Evidence and empathy go hand in hand.
You don’t have to navigate this journey alone!

My Mission

To empower individuals and families facing cancer to feel informed, supported, and nourished—body, mind, and spirit—through evidence-based nutrition and compassionate guidance