Tammy Phillips, MS, CNS, owner of Aging Strong Nutrition, in Oley, says, “As a certified nutrition specialist and trained herbalist, I can help you be empowered to play a powerful role in your own health and well-being through individualized, small but impactful dietary changes.”

A report issued by the Commonwealth Fund states that the U.S. healthcare system is the most expensive among developed nations per capita, yet ranks at the bottom in terms of quality of care. We have the lowest life expectancy at birth and highest death rates for avoidable or treatable conditions, as well as ranking among the highest for suicide rates.

“While the reasons are complex and manifold, a significant contributor relates to something so simple and intrinsic we often forget its importance; food is medicine,” advises Phillips. “Body and mind health are dependent upon proper nourishment. What other thing in your life has as powerful an effect on your health as the food you eat? In essence, the food we eat every day becomes the quality of our future selves.”