About
Foundation to Holistic Health
Hi, I’m Jennifer jenkins
For over 25 years, I’ve dedicated my career to empowering individuals to lead healthier, happier lives. As a Registered Nurse, Health Advocate, Holistic Wellness Specialist, and Health Coach, my approach has always been rooted in addressing the underlying causes of health challenges rather than just treating symptoms.
Many people want to improve their health but feel stuck without the right tools, guidance, and accountability. Over the years, I’ve seen firsthand how preventable illnesses and complications—often linked to unhealthy lifestyle choices—take a devastating toll on patients and loved ones. These experiences have fueled my passion for equipping others with the knowledge, support, and empowerment they need to take control of their health and create lasting change.
Healthy living is a choice—but it’s not always easy. In a world filled with quick fixes, weight loss gimmicks, and unproven advice, many people are left feeling overwhelmed or misled. The gap between knowing what’s healthy and actually implementing sustainable changes can feel insurmountable without the right support.
As a wellness educator, mentor, and coach, I’ve learned that awareness alone isn’t enough. Real transformation requires consistent coaching, accountability, a supportive community, and trusted, evidence-based guidance. That’s what I strive to provide for every client I work with.
My passion for holistic health goes beyond professional training—it’s deeply personal. A health scare of my own led me to embark on my own journey of self-healing, teaching me lessons that no textbook or clinical experience ever could. This experience shaped my belief in the body’s incredible ability to heal when given the right tools and support.
Jennifer Jenkins, RN, CHC, FNS, RYT, NLP-C
My Story
The trap I fell into
Over 15 years ago, my life took a dramatic turn when I found myself on the other side of the medical field—as a patient. I began experiencing a cascade of debilitating symptoms that led me to consult with over eight different specialists and rely on a cabinet full of medications, desperately hoping for relief. My body felt like it was shutting down, and fear crept in as I wondered what my future would hold if something didn’t change. Deep down, I knew my symptoms were the culmination of years of poor lifestyle and nutritional choices catching up with me. But I didn’t believe reversing the damage was possible, so I placed my faith in traditional medical treatments centered around prescription medications. Unfortunately, this approach only worsened my condition, leading to more doctor visits, more medications, and no real answers to the root cause of my health issues. I felt hopeless.
That was the turning point. I realized I needed to search for alternative healing modalities and take responsibility for my health.
At the time, I was working grueling hours in a hospital under immense stress. My lifestyle was unsustainable—I wasn’t sleeping enough, I managed stress poorly, and I relied on caffeine to stay awake. My diet was heavily processed, gluten-laden, and filled with hidden chemicals. Worse, I was unknowingly taking supplements riddled with contaminants, fillers, and heavy metals that only made things worse. My mindset was weighed down by negativity, I wasn’t exercising, and I was strained in my closest relationships because I wasn’t showing up as my best self. It was clear I needed to make significant changes in nearly every area of my life, but I didn’t know where to begin.
When I started researching wellness plans and diving deeper into a root-cause approach, I was overwhelmed by the sheer volume of misleading information. The more I learned, the more I understood why so many others were trapped in the same cycle. Much of the advice, products, and fad strategies being sold to desperate consumers weren’t backed by science—and many were outright harmful. As I witnessed the toll these quick fixes took on others, including patients and loved ones, I realized this journey wasn’t just about healing myself.
I felt a calling to be a trusted source of credible information and support for others seeking answers and guidance. I knew I had to take what I was learning, heal myself, and empower others to break free from the same cycle and reclaim their health. This mission became the foundation of my work as a health advocate, coach, educator, and mentor.
The Realization
During this same time, I had a unique opportunity to be part of a medical mission group and work alongside several brilliant doctors and medical professionals from across the U.S. and throughout China over the course of several years. It was during this experience that my eyes were opened to the power of healing through nutrition and the many different alternative health & healing modalities. This included blending the best practices of Eastern and Western Medicine together to offer patients safer and healthier outcomes and what it meant to help others holistically, including myself. This is what ultimately paved the path of own healing journey that I have been able to sustain for well over a decade now.
The Celebrating & Rediscovering
Rooted Holistic Health Coaching was founded with YOU in mind. We understand there is not a one-size-fits-all approach to health and wellness and there are a lot of variables that impact our overall health. That’s why we take a holistic, root-cause approach to help facilitate healing, promote restoring balance within, and helping you achieve sustainable weight loss using a root-cause approach. Our approach has not only guided our clients to achieving and surpassing their goals but has led to optimizing all areas of their life. What are you waiting for? Join our movement towards better health today!
You matter. Your health matters and I would love to be a part of your wellness journey with you.
Jennifer Jenkins, RN, CHC, FNS, RYT, NLP-C
Cheryl Millheim
Certified Health Coach
Cheryl Millheim has been a Nurse Practitioner for 5 years and has 18 years of experience as a Registered Nurse. She is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. She is a Certified Health Coach and is currently pursuing her Functional Medicine Practitioner Certification.
Cheryl’s passion has grown to want to pay it forward and help others after she was able to transform her health with the Rooted Health Metabolic Reset Program. Her passion is to help our clients live a healthier lifestyle and to be able to achieve sustainable results.
My story…
Root Holistic Health Coaching has Changed my Life! Thank you, Jennifer Jenkins! What made me interested in the Rooted Health Metabolic Reset Program was that it was Holistic, which means no prescription drugs or weekly vitamin shots. It was also created and managed by a Nurse that could relate! I knew that all the years of doing fad diets, working night shifts, and eating/not eating has taken a toll on my metabolism. I was able to lose weight, but I could never maintain the weight loss. No matter what I did, the weight would always come back. I was tired of having belly fat. I had high blood pressure. I needed a prescription medication to sleep at night. Since following this program I have lost a total of 42 pounds!! My blood pressure is within normal limits and I do not need a prescription medication to sleep!! This is the best that I have ever felt or looked. My energy level is nonstop and I absolutely love how I look and feel and want to help others achieve the same results.