food, nourishment, vitalityFood Without the Noise

A Mynd Myself Community Conversation
About Nourishment that Makes Sense


Recorded – 2026 March 5

Four practitioners.
Many Whole-Person Perspectives.
No Dogma.

 

Topics explored:

  • Why food advice feels so conflicting—and how to think clearly in the middle of it
  • What “bio-individuality” really means (and why one-size-fits-all rarely works)
  • The foundations that tend to matter most—regardless of dietary trend
  • How stress and nervous system state shape digestion and food tolerance
  • Why digestion and absorption are often the missing link (even with “healthy” food)
  • Food as relationship—how fear, control, and perfectionism can distort nourishment
  • Practical ways to simplify—without rigidity or overwhelm
  • How to build trust with your body’s signals over time
  • What sustainable nourishment looks like in real, busy lives


We love assisting you to become your own best health advocate! 

Meet the Panel:

Henry Hawk – Behavioral Consultant, Certified Herbalist, Functional Genomics & Nutrition Coach

Henry Hawk takes an integrative, evidence-informed approach to health that blends clinical herbalism, nutrition science, and functional genomics to address root causes of imbalance.

A two-time cancer survivor, he draws on both traditional plant wisdom and clinical research that supports the body’s innate healing processes, while recognizing the vital connection between physical and emotional health. To help shift subconscious stress patterns and promote resilience, Henry incorporates modalities such as ThetaHealing®, somatic education, and nervous system support.

Learn more about Henry Hawk here. 

Sherry Strong – Chef, Food Philosopher, Nutritionist, Certified Live Blood Microscopist, Author, Artist, and Health Advocate. 

Author of the book, Return to Freedom, and Founder of the Sweet Freedom Project, Sherry has owned two holistic cooking schools—one in Melbourne and one in Vancouver. She was a highly regarded instructor at the Institute of Holistic Nutrition (IHN) in Vancouver.

Sherry’s philosophy is about understanding how the human species is designed to eat on a diverse planet and she runs programs to help people overcome sugar and junk food addiction.

Learn more about Sherry Strong and her programs here.     

Sandra Lee – Biofield Tuning & Human Design Specialist, NLP Practitioner

With a BS in Chemistry from the California Institute of Technology, Sandra brings a strong foundation in scientific thinking-paired with over 30 years of experience as a Licensed Massage Therapist and extensive training in energetic modalities. For decades, she has been deeply self-educated in food, nutrition, and whole-person health, exploring the impacts of EMFs, mold, environmental toxins, food additives, GMOs, supplements, light, water, movement, and sleep. Her areas of interest also include complex and chronic conditions such as cancer, dementia and Alzheimer’s, autoimmunity, autism, and the diabetes spectrum.

Learn more about Sandra here.     

Sarah Griffiths – Animal Nutrition & Classic Homeopath Practitioner, Young Agrarian 

For the past 20 years, Sarah has been on a mission to understand how to keep both animals and humans healthy through education, observation, and compassionate practice.

Healthy nutrition is a cornerstone of her approach to longevity and vitality. She also views homeopathy as a gentle yet powerful modality for addressing both physical and emotional stress, creating a safe space for expression and release. By addressing root causes rather than suppressing symptoms, her work supports meaningful shifts in health through conversation, awareness, and energetic medicine.

Learn more about Sarah here.

Esther Sarlo – Founder & Visionary, Mynd Myself | Event Moderator

Esther is the visionary founder of Mynd Myself, a platform born from her desire to bridge the gap in credible, centralized access to Complementary, Holistic, and Integrative (CHI) Health information. Recognizing how difficult it can be to find trustworthy resources amid the noise, she created a safe, supportive space that connects individuals with vetted, experienced Practitioners.

At its core, Mynd Myself empowers people to become their own best health advocates – feeling seen, heard, and guided on their wellness journey. Esther is passionate about amplifying the body’s innate role in healing and wholeness. Her mission is to spark authentic living through connection, collaboration, and conscious well-being.

Learn more about Esther, and Mynd Myself’s mission here.

Food Without the Noise