About
I’m Deneal, Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Functional Hormone Health Specialist and founder of Root Wellness Nutrition.
For as long as I can remember, I’ve struggled with hormonal imbalances. Some of my very first periods had me doubled over in pain, shaking and on the verge of vomiting. There were many days I had to leave school or work, retreating to bed, clinging to my heating pad and popping painkillers like they were candy. I dealt with irregular cycles and extremely heavy bleeding, including one period that lasted over 30 days. When I went to my doctor, I was given the classic "quick fix" and was prescribed hormonal birth control. Six years of cycling on and off various brands of pills to find “the one that would work for me” only further disrupted my hormones and left me with a variety of gut issues and a deeper sense of disconnection from my body. Intuitively I felt that something was just off and finally decided to quit the pill.
It wasn’t until my studies in Natural Nutrition that I began to uncover the root causes of my struggles. During a module on Hormone Health, everything started to click. For the first time I had clarity about what was happening in my body. Through this program, I learned simple yet effective strategies to support my hormones and gut health, and as I applied them, I started noticing incredible improvements — not only in my cycles, but in my overall well-being.
Over time, I found the tools that helped me create much more balanced hormones, a resilient metabolism, and a calm, centred nervous system. These very practices that restored my health are now the foundation of what I teach to other women.
I realized that countless women were going through the same struggles I had faced, and it became clear just how much this work was needed. I fell deeply in love with this field and my passion for menstrual wellness, hormone health, and reproductive health only grew stronger. Supporting women through their journeys brings me so much joy, especially as we connect over this shared experience of our cyclical nature. There’s something so powerful about coming together in mutual understanding and celebrating the wisdom of our bodies.
Too many women suffer unnecessarily from cycle-related symptoms, disconnected from the innate wisdom and power of their natural rhythms. My mission is to empower women to embrace the beauty of their menstrual cycles, ease their discomfort, and rediscover the brilliance of their bodies. I believe your cycle is not something to dread — it’s something to enjoy and celebrate.
My Approach
When working with clients, my approach is rooted in simplicity and sustainability. I believe that health doesn’t need to be complicated—it’s about getting back to the basics: nourishing your body with whole foods, moving in ways that feel good, and prioritizing self-care that supports your unique needs. I focus on making your health journey realistic and sustainable, so you’re not just making changes for a short period but creating habits that work long-term and are easy to maintain.
I also understand that one size doesn’t fit all. Everyone’s body is different, and what works for one person may not be the best approach for another. That’s why I create customized plans that are tailored to your individual needs, goals, and lifestyle, ensuring that the changes we make are truly in alignment with your body and your life.
From my own experiences, my clients’ transformations, and my training, I’ve seen firsthand how understanding our hormones and supporting them properly can be truly life-changing for women.
Hormones influence nearly every function in your body, so when they’re out of balance, you’re likely to feel it. I take the guesswork out of hormone health by providing the guidance and support you need to balance your hormones, regulate your cycle, and heal imbalances. I focus on key areas that impact hormonal health, including nutrition, stress management, sleep, movement, and reducing toxin exposure.
By implementing these shifts, my clients have been able to reclaim their energy, eliminate monthly pain, improve diagnoses, transition off birth control with ease, improve their sleep quality, restore missing periods and even conceive naturally when they thought it wasn’t possible.