Jess

When everyone else in my neighborhood was eating bologna sandwiches on Wonder Bread, my mom was fixing me tempeh, tomato and alfalfa sprout sandwiches on whole grain bread. From as early as I can remember, I saw the magic in good nutrition; it made me run faster, play harder, and think better. Whether climbing trees as a child, competing as an athlete as a young adult or just being joyfully awed at the wonder of a healthy body, I have always been aware that good nutrition is a cornerstone to vibrant good health.

My mom really had it going on; she practiced yoga and meditation long before it was the “in” thing to do. So, along with my early understanding that good nutrition made all the difference in good performance, I also grew up knowing the importance of nurturing the mind-body connection.

I believe we all have the power to make choices that move us toward better health. We need to be aware that not only diet and exercise, but also our thoughts and feelings shape our physical well-being. As Aristotle said, “We become what we repeatedly (think, say and) do. Excellence, therefore, is not an act, but a habit.”

Everyday, every single day, wherever I am, people ask me questions about health-related issues. People need information in order to make informed decisions, but there is a tremendous amount of misinformation, myths and outright lies about nutrition, wellness and disease.

It is my goal to be a resource to people as they journey toward optimal health and wellness by providing accurate information about nutrition, exercise and general well-being, provoking thought and curiosity about current public food and health issues, and motivating each individual to make choices and take action toward being their very best self.

Sure, sure, I am passionate, but am I qualified?

I have a lifelong interest in achieving and maintaining vibrant good health through nutrition, exercise and general well-being, AND a passion to share that information with others.

I am Registered Dietitian and am licensed as a Certified Nutritionist by the State of Washington. I am also certified as a Health and Fitness Instructor by the American College of Sports Medicine. My educational background includes a M.S in Nutrition from Bastyr University and BS.Ed in Exercise Science from the University of Minnesota.

Nearly 20 years ago, I founded Live Well (formerly known as Fitness Designs), a health and wellness education and consulting business. I am a teacher, consultant, coach, speaker, mentor and guide helping people discover their best selves as they successfully move toward their health and wellness goals. I have been recognized by the local and national media as being an innovator in the wellness field.

You know what they say…if you love what you do you never have to work a day in your life. My friends know that this is more than what I do; it is who I am and how I live my life.

Here’s to your health-

Jess

Jessica Adlin, MS, RD