Renee is a registered nurse turned natural foods chef who writes the vegetarian food blog, Nourish The Roots. Being frustrated with the conventional approach to medicine, she decided to pursue a career in food, nutrition and holistic health. She believes that food is our best form of medicine and uses ingredients in her recipes that are whole, unprocessed,and full of health-promoting benefits. She lives in beautiful Seattle, Washington where she teaches culinary classes, creates and photographs recipes, and writes her blog.