From Cancer Diagnosis to Healing Mission
Two and a half years ago, I was diagnosed with breast cancer. I was in shock—I genuinely took great care of my body. But I knew one thing for certain: chemo and radiation kill cells, including the good ones.
I didn't want to put poisons into my body. So I jumped into researching natural healing with both feet. Having spent 30+ years in fitness and nutrition, I knew there had to be a way. The information I found confirmed what I suspected—cancer was beatable—but it would take determination, prayer, and hyper-vigilance.
I went back to school, earned my BS in Alternative Medicine, and became a Master of Nutrition. After 9 months of relentless focus—I was cancer free.
That experience changed everything. I knew I had to share what I learned with my family, friends, and community. That's why Matrix Health & Wellness exists—to educate, support, and help people use food as medicine, adopt healthier lifestyles, and bring their bodies into balance for optimization and longevity.
Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner
BS in Alternative Medicine and Master of Nutrition. Trained in the functional medicine model to treat the whole person.
Functional Medicine Nutrition Counselor
Using food as medicine through evidence-based functional medicine protocols tailored to each individual.
NASM Certified Personal Trainer
NASM certified since age 18. One of the most respected and globally recognized personal training certifications.
NPC Champion & IFBB Competitor
NPC Master Figure Champion and IFBB Runner-Up. Amanda doesn't just coach—she's competed at the highest levels.
What We Believe
God designed the body with the innate ability to heal itself—when given the proper substance and environment. That's not just a belief. It's the foundation of everything we do at Matrix Health & Wellness.
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Food is medicine—we use whole foods to bring your body back to balance -
Every person is unique—no cookie-cutter plans, ever
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Treat the whole person: mind, body, and spirit
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Prevention beats treatment—optimize before symptoms appear
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Lasting relationships, not transactions—we walk the journey with you
OUR APPROACH
Root Cause Medicine. Not Band-Aids.
Functional medicine is a root-cause, whole-person approach to care. Instead of asking "What pill can we prescribe?" we ask "Why is this happening in the first place?"
We integrate modern medical science with holistic principles to support your body's innate ability to heal. We investigate the root causes of your symptoms, not just mask them. We look at the full picture—your biology, your environment, your stress, your sleep, your relationships—because everything is connected.
This is proactive, predictive, personalized medicine. It's what healthcare should have been all along.
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Investigates root causes, not just symptoms -
Considers mind, body, spirit AND your environment
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Personalized plans based on YOUR unique biology
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Blends conventional medicine with integrative therapies
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Focused on prevention and optimization, not just treatment
Adrenal Fatigue
Aging & Longevity
Autoimmune Disease
Cardiovascular Disease
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Depression & Anxiety
Gut Issues (IBS, SIBO)
Fibromyalgia
Hormone Imbalances
Insulin Resistance & Diabetes
POTS
Thyroid Disease
Weight Gain
Pediatrics
Building healthy foundations from the very beginning.
Post Partum
Supporting mothers through recovery, nutrition, and hormonal balance.
Family Health
Whole-family wellness plans that grow with you.
Performance Athletes
Sport-specific nutrition, training, and recovery for competitors.
THE SUPER NATURAL HUMANS
A Complete Body Optimization Company
Other places offer nutrition planning but have no clue about exercise. Or they do one-on-one training but can't tell you what to eat. Or they offer diet and exercise but aren't trained in body contouring.
Matrix does it all. Nutrition guidance, supplement recommendations, lifestyle modification, personal training, bodybuilding and athletic performance, body composition analysis, weight management, body contouring, hormone therapy, and holistic healing—all under one roof, using the functional medicine model.
Everyone is unique and deserves to be treated that way. We take time to listen, evaluate, and carefully walk the wellness journey with you step by step. Hand-holding included.
Giving Back to Saline County
Making our community healthier, safer, and stronger isn't just our business—it's our passion. Amanda is deeply rooted in Saline County and committed to making it a better place to live, grow, and retire.
Matrix Health & Wellness proudly supports the Boys & Girls Club of Saline County and Junior Auxiliary of Saline County. When the community thrives, we all win.
