Meet Rachel Smith | Functional Medicine Practitioner

We had the good fortune of connecting with Rachel Smith and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Rachel, what do you attribute your success to?
I believe the success from my brand comes from a true passion to help others and my resiliency. I struggled with my own health issues for many years and was left with no answers from conventional medicine. Once I discovered functional medicine and holistic health practices I was able to put my autoimmune disease into remission. I was so amazed at what this type of work did for me, that I made it my life’s purpose to help others use similar tools to heal their health issues. I know what my clients feel like when they first come to me, and I will do just about anything to make sure they are taken care of and reach their health goals. My brand has grown rapidly not only because of my client’s success, but because of the large amount of content I share online through podcasting and social media that others use to improve their health.

Alright, so for those in our community who might not be familiar with your business, can you tell us more?
My main business is called Natural Health Rising. I am a certified Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P), and I help people who struggle with autoimmune diseases, hormone imbalances, gut issues, other chronic health problems, and beyond. I help people get the root cause of their health issues by using cutting edge, functional medicine lab testing. With this information, I’m able to create customized self treatment plans that allow people to actually heal from their health issues. My process involves nutrition, nervous system regulation, mindset work, healing hidden infections, detoxing from environmental toxins, supplementation, and a variety of other lifestyle changes to help people restore health naturally.

I have had success in helping clients put diseases into remission including the following: Rheumatoid Arthritis, Alopecia Areata, Granuloma Annulare, Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EOE), Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis, and more. I’ve also helped many people reduce anxiety, depression, fatigue, PMS, menstrual irregularities, blood sugar imbalances, digestive issues, brain fog, and a variety of skin problems. I am most proud of the serious illnesses I’ve been able to help people put into remission, and I take great pride in how much support I provide to each and every client.

After working with me clients no longer run from doctor to doctor in search of answers, and are even able to get off of medications. Instead of relying on conventional treatments, they understand how different foods and lifestyle factors affect their health, and they can finally take control over their health outcomes on their own. I take people through an entire lifestyle overhaul and educate them enough to feel confident in their abilities to make healthy choices and keep their symptoms at bay. Plus, they are able to take this information and apply it with their family to continue to grow together.

I started my business because conventional medicine failed me for many years, leaving me very sick with no answers. Turning to functional medicine and holistic health was the only way I was able to get my Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis diagnosis and put it into remission. My story has made it my mission to help as many people as possible tap into the innate ability their body has to heal itself through diet, lifestyle change, and functional medicine.

I work online and currently have clients in the United States, Canada, and Europe. I have the ability to ship labs across the globe and see my clients virtually. Recently, I co-founded another company called Rising Retreats. At Rising Retreats I hold wellness retreats with my co-facilitator and renowned artist, Taylor Victoria. Our first retreat will be held in Costa Rica this May 20-27th, 2023.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
I love hiking and my three favorite local hikes are Camelback Mountain, Pinnacle Peak, and Piestewa Peak. After these hikes I would take them to Optimyze in Arcadia to do compression therapy, infrared saunas, and then jump into an ice bath to soothe their muscles. Some of my favorite places to refuel with healthy food include Sapiens Paleo Kitchen and Sante. At night I would take them dancing at Buffalo Chip on a Friday or Denim and Diamonds on a Saturday for some country swing dancing. Finally, I would cap off the weekend with a concert pool party at the Talking Stick Resort during the summertime.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
I wouldn’t be where I am today without my network of amazing, supportive friends and like-minded entrepreneurs. I joined the Arizona Entrepreneurs group a couple years ago when I was trying to build my company and this helped me expand my network and scale my business by connecting me to all of the right people. 

Website: https://naturalhealthrising.com/

Instagram: @naturalhealthrising

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/950824619100723

Youtube: @naturalhealthrising739

Other: Tiktok: @naturalhealthrising Podcast: The Natural Health Rising Podcast Free consult: https://link.coachmatixmail.com/widget/appointment/rachelsmith/healthconsultation