Janet’s Health Reset
After moving cross-country (twice), opening the doors to my own business in Austin with the added responsibility of providing livelihoods for other people, and soon thereafter expanding the salon to a flagship location for an international beauty brand, it all caught up with me. While undeniably exciting and filled with so much joy and opportunity, the stress and pressure was taking an enormous toll on my health and emotional wellbeing. Autoimmune issues I had been diagnosed with were getting worse, and based on how badly I had begun to feel I feared it was going to progress to the point where I couldn’t do what I loved most in life. I was afraid.
In the Spring of 2018, I started a deep process to reclaim my health. This is a topic about which I have been frequently asked. So, I’m opening my little black book to share the game changers who have made a big difference for me since that time. My journey isn’t for the faint of heart, but I can say that the changes I have made have given me a profound vitality and renewed strength to move beyond fear into a new relationship with my work, with those closest to me, and especially with myself.
Up to around the end of 2017, my experience with conventional medicine for some of my inflammation-related, auto-immune issues had been disappointing, to say the least. So, I sought out a new path of non-traditional, holistic and alternative practitioners who had come to me highly recommended.
There is no magic bullet or one-size-fits-all solution toward health and wellness, but the way I began to feel led me to go deeper into correcting imbalances and restoring my gut. For me, it was most difficult at the beginning. My diet and eating habits changed dramatically at first based on in-depth testing. I began taking a considerable array of dietary minerals and supplements. To shore-up my compliance and save time, I enlisted help from a personal chef who delivered prepared meals that I could quickly put together and eat throughout the week.
In addition, I used therapeutic cleanses, and embraced therapies such as colonics and acupuncture along with meditation and just taking more time for myself. While weight loss frankly wasn’t my quest, my waist went from 32” to 27”. Quite simply, everything has improved, from the inside-out. I am most excited about the future capacity for a healthy life.
I am so grateful for these amazing practitioners (many featured in Austin Doctors 2019!) who have helped me navigate this process:
Dr. Alejandra Carrasco, M.D.
Functional and Integrative Medicine
https://nourishmedicine.com
Dr. Jack Tips, Ph.D.
Natural Health Practitioner
https://www.wellnesswiz.com/about-us/
Dr. Glen Luepnitz, Ph.D.
Nutritionist
http://www.n4hresearch.com/index.html
Juanita Watson
Master Colon Hydrotherapist and Nutrition Consultant
https://www.radiancehealthcenter.com
Dr. Terry Wahls
Functional Medicine
https://terrywahls.com
Jon Dollar
Acupuncture and Bodywork
http://www.jondollar.com
Nina Davis
Lymphatic Drainage Specialist
http://www.ninafdavis.com
Amanda Koeppe
Personal Chef & Holistic Wellness
amandakoeppe@gmail.com
Holly Hutcher-Shimer
Wholistic Living Consultant
http://www.oneheartconnection.com/about/about-holly/
Core Therapy & Pilates
Physical Therapy and Pilates
http://www.therapyandpilates.com
Natasha Campbell-McBride, M.D.
GAPS Diet
http://www.gaps.me/recipes.php
Pete Evans
The Paleo Way
http://www.thepaleoway.com
New PHYTO Detox Collection
Especially here in Austin, Texas summer can be tough on your tresses. From perspiration and the pollutants in the air, to the general wear and tear of the season, hair can become dull. Your scalp needs and deserves some TLC in order to restore your hair’s lustre and health.
Give your scalp a break with our brand new PHYTODETOX Collection. This 3-step routine is designed to detoxify your scalp and remove any product build up, pollution, smoke and hard water residue that makes you hair look dull.
Detox Box
This box is the perfect way to reset your hair and body!
The Phytopolleine Botanical Scalp Treatment is crafted to stimulate micro-circulation, which awakens the scalp and brings balance to your roots. The Phytoneutre Clarifying Detox Shampoo is infused with eucalyptus and sage to tame frizz and impart a lustrous shine. As you relax with your newly fresh tresses, sip on a cup of Detox Tea, which is made with a purifying mix of mate, green tea and refreshing lemongrass.
As always, if you have any questions about our PHYTO products or would like to purchase, give us a call or stop by the salon to talk to a member of the team!
