— WHOLE FOOD NUTRITION · PASADENA, CA

Whole Food Supplements, Chosen For Your Body — Not The Shelf

Nutrient-dense foods, personalized dietary guidance, and carefully selected whole food supplements that complement your individual wellness plan.

FOOD-BASED, NOT SYNTHETIC

PERSONALIZED TO YOUR SYMPTOMS

PAIRS WITH ACUPUNCTURE & HERBAL MEDICINE

SERVING PASADENA SINCE 2013

— UNDERSTANDING YOUR OPTIONS

Whole Food Vs. Synthetic Supplements

Not all nutritional supplements are created the same way — understanding the

difference can help you make more informed decisions about what's appropriate for your needs.

Read more research on PubMed here

Whole Food Supplements

Provide nutrients alongside naturally

occurring food compounds, derived

from foods, plants, and other

naturally occurring sources.

Isolated/Synthetic Supplements

Provide individual nutrients in isolated

form, without the surrounding food-

based compounds.

— WHERE SUPPORT MAY FOCUS

Depending On Your Needs, Nutritional

Support May Target

Digestion & Nutrient Absorption

Energy & Vitality

Immune System Function

Healthy Inflammatory Responses

Liver & Gallbladder Function

Women's Health & Hormonal Wellness

Metabolic Health

Stress & Nutritional Demands

Overall Health & Wellness

— DIGESTIVE SUPPORT RESOURCES

Digestion Support Trio

DIGESTIVE ENZYME SUPPORT

Enzycore

A blend of enzymes, whole food

ingredients, and L-glutamine designed to support digestion and nutrient

absorption.

GALLBLADDER, LIVER & BILE SUPPORT

A-F Betafood

Support healthy bile flow, gallbladder

function, liver health, and digestion of

richer or higher-fat foods.

HYDROCHLORIC ACID SUPPORT

Zypan

Useful for acid reflux.

Commonly used to support the

breakdown and digestion of foods as

part of an individual wellness plan.

— DIGESTIVE HEALTH

Even A Nutritious Diet May Not Provide Its Full Benefit If Digestion Isn't Working Well.

For bloating, fullness after meals, irregular bowel movements, or digestive discomfort, our practitioners may discuss dietary changes, acupuncture, herbal medicine, or nutritional supplements as part of your individualized care plan.

For more information on how whole foods influence nutrient absorption, read the research on PubMed here.

PERSONALIZED — NOT ONE-SIZE-FITS-ALL

Taking More Supplements Isn't

Necessarily Better.

We consider your health history, symptoms, diet, lifestyle, and goals before recommending anything — combining nutritional support with acupuncture, herbal medicine, and other Traditional Chinese Medicine therapies when appropriate.

— EXPLORE FURTHER

Whole Food Nutrition Resources

DIGESTION

Understanding bloating & nutrient

absorption

How digestion affects what your body actually uses from food.

SUPPLEMENTS

How to read a whole food

supplement label

What to look for — and what to avoid.

DETOX

Supporting your liver naturally

Whole food strategies for liver & gallbladder health

WOMEN'S HEALTH

Nutritional & hormonal balance

How food-based support fits into a hormonal wellness plan.

TEAS & HERBS

Everyday teas for digestive support

Simple additions to your daily routine.

WELLNESS

Building a personalized wellness plan

Where nutrition fits alongside acupuncture & herbs.

— FROM OUR ACUPUNCTURIST

What Supplements Our Doctor

Actually Takes

Watch which whole food supplements our acupuncturist, Dr. Zen Tuan, takes herself, and how she decides what is right for each person!

— READY TO LEARN MORE?

Build A Nutrition Plan Personalized To You

Schedule an appointment with Healing with Zen, or browse our recommended whole food nutritional products to get

started.

221 E. Walnut St, Ste 134, Pasadena, CA 91101 · (626) 377-9596

Pasadena Acupuncturist serving San Marino, Arcadia, La Cañada, Altadena & the San Gabriel Valley since 2013.