In Search of Our Natural Roots

Author: Greg Dixon (Page 2 of 3)

Dr. Joseph Pizzorno, Founder of Bastyr University and Pioneer of Natural Medicine

Dr. Joseph Pizzorno talks about his start as a medical researcher, learning about naturopathic medicine, early struggles of natural medicine, and starting Bastyr College.

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What Leaders Are Saying About The Natural Health Movement Project

Here are some clips of supporters talking about the importance of the Natural Health Movement Project.

Cheryl Hughes, The Whole Wheatery, Lancaster California

Pat Sardell, Country Vitamins, Corvallis Oregon

Deane Parkes, Freerange Network, Vancouver British Columbia

Nicole Klimek, Seven Roots, California

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Jerry Smith & Bonnie McDonald Dixon Describe the Natural Health Movement Project

Please consider helping the Natural Health Movement Project. Here are three ways to help:

  1. Recommend pioneers and leaders to interview.
  2. Make introductions.
  3. Consider being a partner or sponsor in the project.

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Debra Stark of Debra’s Natural Gourmet ~ Eat Well, Be Happy

Bonnie McDonald talked to Debra Stark of Debra’s Natural Gourmet in Concord, Massachusetts. There are some great stories in the interview.

Eat Well Be Happy

Debra has a delightful cooking show featuring fun and healthy recipes.


The Little Shop That Could: a retailer’s love affair with community and food

Debra wrote an insightful and entertaining book on her adventures in natural health retail.

Chocolate, Tea, and Wine Demonstrations at the Whole Wheatery, Lancaster California

Bonnie interviewed many demonstrators at the Whole Wheatery in Lancaster California. We are adding the video clips to this post over time.

Cheryl Hughes Demonstrating a Chocolate and Wine Pairing


Elias Demonstrating Flax4Life Gluten-Free Chocolate Muffins


Wade Samples Rebel Triple Chocolate Ice Cream


Mary Franklin ~ Long-time Customer


Rebecca Samples Moringa Hot Chocolate and Chocolate and Cinnamon Covered Marshmallows


Bonnie Recommends Emergen-C for Hydration & Prevention

More coming soon!


Natural Health Movement at Natural Products Expo West March 3-7

Jerry Smith, Bonnie McDonald Dixon, and Greg Dixon will be in Anaheim, California for the Natural Health Products Expo West March 3‑7 2020. They are conducting video interviews with pioneers and leaders for the Natural Health Movement Project.

Four Ways You Can Help

  • Let us know you would like to be interviewed for the Natural Health Movement Project.
  • Suggest others to interview.
  • Consider becoming a sponsor, supporter, or partner in the Natural Health Movement Project.
  • Put out the word by posting information about this project to your tribe through social media, newsletters, magazines, and word of mouth.

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Howard Pollack of Rainbow Acres and other Natural Health Adventures

Howard Pollack founded Nature’s Best.

He sold that and after a few other startups opened Rainbow Acres Market in Culver City (Los Angeles) California.

Rainbow Acres in Los Angeles. See rainbowacres.com

He also has an 18,000 square foot warehouse with a 4,000 square foot organic food processing facility and 400 Rainbow Acres products. He also does private label productions for other stores, including Cheryl Hughes and The Whole Wheatery in Lancaster, California. We spoke with Howard for the Natural Health Movement Project.

Rainbow Acres in Los Angeles. See rainbowacres.com

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Pat Sardell of Country Vitamins on her Journey Through Natural Health

Pat Sardell is been a strong champion and advocate for the Natural Health Movement since starting County Vitamins in Corvallis Oregon.

Pat Sardell talked to us about her history in the Natural Health Industry, including:

  • How she and her husband started Country Vitamins.
  • Early experience with health products in her family.
  • Her first experience of Natural Products Expo West.
  • How the Natural Health industry progressed.
  • The Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA).
  • Lobbying in Washington.
  • Blackout Day.
  • Helping people lead better lives.

Nicole Klimek, Seven Roots

Nicole Klimek is the Director of Design for the Seven Roots in California.

Seven Roots provides Design, Operational Support and Training for Co-ops and Natural Foods Stores.


Nicole Klimek talked to us about her involvement in the Natural Health Industry, including:

  • Her early fascination with grocery stores..
  • Learning from mentors.
  • What Seven Roots does.
  • Advice for startups.
  • The need for excellent customer service.
  • The future of the industry.
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Patricia Bragg ~ Bragg Healthy Lifestyle


Bonnie and Greg Dixon interviewed Patricia Bragg at her estate north of Santa Barbara, California.  Patricia is still going strong at age 90!

Paul Bragg was one of the first Natural Health Pioneers in America starting in 1912. Paul and Patricia led a health crusade that many celebrities and American presidents followed.

Bragg Apple Cider Vinegar, Bragg Amino Acids, and many other Bragg products are available and beloved all around the world.

Patricia spoke to us for thirty minutes.  This excerpt captures the drive behind the Bragg Health Crusade and advice for you to become the captain of your health.

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