Today we’d like to introduce you to Jenny Gabriel.
Hi Jenny, we appreciate you taking the time to share your story with us today. Where does your story begin?
I started teaching various fitness classes on the side over 30 years ago, and a few years later, I grew to teach various fitness classes at a YMCA with general nutrition information. My passion grew to work more with nutrition and how the scope of the whole body health is involved in longevity, including movement, nutrition, and proper supplementation for mineral and vitamin deficiencies. Over the last 10 years, I have continued to study, research, and gained certification in many areas of women’s health from a functional nutrition standpoint. My passion is to help women who struggle with menopausal symptoms. Five years ago, I took my love for working with women holistically, via an online platform through one-on-one coaching and group programs. Now, when I work with women, we take a look through the holistic lens from a 360 degree view of overall health while we use functional testing and nutritional assessments to know their needs to build a protocol for overall health and well-being by giving them a protocol that addresses their nutrition, lifestyle, and supplementation. My focus for the last 10 years has been women’s health.
I understand that navigating the menopausal and postmenopausal journey comes with unique challenges. Personalized nutrition can make all the difference. My online nutritional programs and assessments are tailored specifically for women in this transformative phase of their lives, providing a holistic approach to support your well-being.
What brought me on this path is during my childhood, my mother had a massive stroke with a brain aneurysm. as a result of using pills to get weight loss and body image results. She struggled with self-image, body confidence, and overall better health and turned to prescription drugs and over the counter weight loss pills . This happened at a critical time in my childhood, with me only being 11 years old. I nearly lost my mother with her being left in a coma for weeks, and when she did come to, she had to learn how to walk, talk, read, and write all over again. I lost her 20 years later to continued failed health. She was 56. I was 31 years old and pregnant with our first child. Seeing what happened to her over the years and knowing that if maybe she had just someone like myself to work with, maybe some of this could have been avoided on her body. I find that most women put themselves last because we care for others first. My passion grew for helping others, especially women struggling with getting through some of the menopausal transition, as it can be hard on some and not so hard on others. What they are told is that this is part of it, and nothing can be done to make the transition better and less symptomatic.
We all face challenges, but looking back, would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
There have been some ups and downs, honestly. When I first started with fitness classes and then, as a certified personal trainer working in the gym, it took time as I was in a small town in Northeast Missouri named Macon. It was not a huge town with about 5500 population, and personal training wasn’t being done in the area. So, I wrote a proposal to our local YMCA to explain the benefits of helping women and men through one-on-one training. They embraced the idea and implemented one-on-one personal training in the facility. After being in the facility and coaching and instructing programs, I realized that many people wanted more about nutrition and lifestyle. At that time, we only shared the basics, but as the need grew, I chose to further my education and got further schooling and certifications to better provide those services. My next major challenge was transitioning out of the facility and into my practice, working with people in an—online format with one-on-one and group nutrition and fitness training vs in-person. The next bump was as I further education; I kept seeing more and more need for more targeted nutrition, functional testing, lifestyle, and supplemental protocols for women to get to the root cause of the symptoms they were experiencing with the menopausal transition. Continuous education is very important in this field to stay on top of the continuous changes in research and better ways of addressing symptoms and how to identify the root causes. The next bump in the road would be when we relocated to the St. Louis area. How I marketed before was much different than how I needed to market when we moved. So, to get people to recognize what I do and who I am, I spend a lot of time getting to know people and putting myself in various community groups to engage with others. Networking groups, involvement in the chamber of commerce, and Little Black Book (LBB) have been my primary focus for meeting people, sharing what I do and who I can help, and sharing collaborations with others along with speaking engagements.
Thanks – so, what else should our readers know about JG Optimal Wellness?
I specialize in empowering professional women aged 35 to 65, navigating the menopausal transition, and elevating their well-being through personalized support. Guiding you through a holistic journey, I address the root causes of symptoms like brain fog, menopause belly, hot flashes, bloating, constipation, low energy levels, and insomnia. With HTMA testing, I offer bio-individualized solutions, tailoring nutrition, lifestyle, and supplementation recommendations for lasting health and vitality, ensuring you thrive through the transition with energy, clarity, and resilience. Unlike one-size-fits-all approaches, my focus is on providing tailored answers that understand the intricacies of your journey, offering personalized solutions for true transformation. Together, we’ll uncover and address the real root cause of your symptoms, naturally alleviating menopausal challenges to help you lose the bloat, reduce hot flashes, clear brain fog, increase energy, enjoy restful nights of sleep, reduce stress, and regain hormonal balance. My mission is to target the underlying issues holding menopausal women back from reaching their true health potential, providing the support and answers they’ve been searching for. I am known for helping women get results with weight loss of the menopausal belly and alleviating symptoms they have with menopause, such as hot flashes, brain fog, fatigue, insomnia, stress management, bloating, lack of energy, and constipation. Most proud: How can we help women get accurate results for menopausal health concerns?
As a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, I aim to empower you with the knowledge and tools to make informed decisions about your health. Whether through personalized nutrition plans, lifestyle recommendations, or guidance on embracing mindful practices, I aim to guide you toward a path of wellness that aligns with your unique needs and aspirations.
We are here to help women support optimal health by educating, empowering, and helping them identify, understand, and address the real root cause of their symptoms. We will naturally help women address menopausal symptoms to lose the bloat, reduce hot flashes, clear brain fog, increase energy, enjoy a restful night of sleep, reduce stress, and regain hormonal balance. We target the root issues stopping menopausal women from reaching their true health potential while providing the support and answers they’ve been looking for. Disease is inevitable. Health is not! Health is Wealth! It is time to take control of our expectations regarding health. No more being told everything is “just fine” or that it is “normal to feel this way” when you know that it’s not. We are here to help you embrace how you can feel at any age! Achieving optimal health is a personal and transformative journey, and I am eager to guide you. My approach is rooted in the understanding that each woman is unique and requires a personalized strategy to unlock her total health and wellness potential. Through cutting-edge functional testing, my curated nutritional packages. I can empower you to make informed choices, cultivate lasting habits, and build a foundation for your lifelong well-being.
What is Nutritional Therapy?
Nutritional therapy is a vital aspect of holistic health care, focusing on using nutrient-dense foods as a primary source to enhance overall health and well-being. By analyzing and adjusting individual diets, nutritional therapy can help rectify nutritional imbalances and deficiencies contributing to chronic health issues. This approach is rooted in the understanding that different bodies have unique nutritional needs and that proper nutrition offers many health benefits. A lifestyle of proper eating also fosters mental well-being. A bio-individualized, supportive approach can help with existing health needs and helps one put into place preventive measures that promote long-term health and wellness.
Functional Testing for Personalized Insights
Unlock the potential of your health journey with comprehensive functional testing services. A personalized approach to nutrition and the right functional tests can provide valuable insights into your body’s unique needs. From hormonal imbalances to nutrient deficiencies, testing will allow us to tailor a nutrition plan that addresses your specific challenges.
Nutrition Coaching for Lasting Change
Support your optimal health with nutritional therapy tailored just for you. I will work closely with you to develop a whole-food, nutrient-dense nutrition plan that aligns with your goals, preferences, and lifestyle. Whether you’re looking to manage weight, improve energy levels, or want to address specific health concerns, I will make sure you receive the support and guidance needed for lasting change. My nutrition packages include bio-individualized nutrition, lifestyle and supplementation education and empowerment, as well as ongoing support and accountability. What goes into your body determines how your body feels, functions, and performs. Nutritional imbalances often lead to feelings of depression, anxiety, and fatigue—along with other challenges. Imagine a new, refreshing lifestyle that excites you and excites you to get up every morning, ready to take life head-on, no matter what happens during any day.
Discovering your unique path to well-being involves embracing a personalized, nutrient-dense, whole-food diet, addressing mineral status, prioritizing hydration to optimize digestion, balancing blood sugar, and reaching essential fatty acid equilibrium. These foundational principles form the basis for everyone’s unique BIOINDIVIDUAL needs.
The nutritional packages I offer are tailored to your body and needs. These aren’t fad diets that fit into a one-size-fits-all mentality. These sustainable plans will transform your mind, body, and spirit. Reach out today, and let’s begin a conversation about what you need. I offer a Functional Nutrition Strategy Call, 4 months 1 of 1 Coaching, 6 months 1 of 1 coaching, and a 4-week self-paced video-based program.
Any advice for finding a mentor or networking in general?
Yes, get involved in as many networking groups as possible and make connections. Get involved with a local Chamber of Commerce. Join a group of professional women like LBB. Do one-on-one with those people that you meet. Sit down, get to know what they do, and so they know what you do. Work with the ones you meet and with whom you can collaborate.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://jgoptimalwellness.com/
- Instagram: @jgoptimalwellness.com
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jgoptimalwellness
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenny-gabriel-351772144/
