121. Wholistic Healing Using Mediterranean Diet With Dr. Georgianne Douglas
Release Date: 09/11/2023
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info_outlineIn this episode, I introduce to you Dr. Gigi Douglas , a pharmacist turned Mediterranean health coach and bestselling author. Dr. Gigi shares her journey from traditional pharmacy to holistic wellness, driven by her passion for using food as medicine. She engages with her local community through farmers market cooking demonstrations, promoting the Mediterranean lifestyle. Dr. Gigi's approach is grounded in creating a judgment-free, personalized wellness journey for clients, bridging the gap between traditional diets and healthier choices using Mediterranean strategies. With this, I invite everyone to connect with Dr. Gigi on Instagram and explore her free download on Mediterranean herbs for health. This episode concludes with a shared love for Mediterranean culture and the encouragement for listeners to take action and embrace wellness.
“We say diet and for some of you who are traumatized with dieting, this is not a diet. We're not talking about your dieting or restricting yourself. We're actually here to fuel your body with nutrition that's going to support you to heal and thrive.”
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Dr. Gigi emphasizes the Mediterranean lifestyle and diet, drawing inspiration from her Greek heritage. She believes in the power of using food as medicine.
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She conducts cooking demonstrations at local farmers' markets, promoting the use of fresh, seasonal produce and sharing insights into functional medicine.
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Her coaching approach is judgment-free, focusing on helping clients define their health goals and providing support to achieve them.
Connect with Dr. Gigi
email: [email protected]
IG: @drgeorgiannedouglas
Download the FREE Guide: Mediterranean Herbs for Health https://www.drgeorgiannedouglas.com/free-download
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