— THE ROOT CHRONIC DISEASE REVERSAL CENTREWhere healing begins.
A dedicated chronic disease reversal education centre next door to the cafe in downtown Duncan, BC — offering workshops, private health consultations, community talks, and online courses. All rooted in 20+ years of clinical research and the Eat Real to Heal framework.
— ABOUT THE CENTREA gathering place to learn,
understand, and transform.
The centre is next door to the cafe at 23 Kenneth Street, Duncan. It is a dedicated healing education space — the only chronic disease reversal education centre of its kind in the Cowichan Valley — where residents can walk in, sit down, listen, learn, and begin to understand why their body is struggling, and what they can do about it.
No prescriptions. No clinical detachment. Just evidence-based education delivered in a warm, unhurried space where every person who walks in is treated as someone whose health deeply matters.
WALK-INS
Mon - Sun · No appointment needed
CONSULTATIONS
1-on-1 session · Online
WORKSHOPS
Different health topics · In-person
— OUR SERVICESChoose how you
want to heal.
Every service is rooted in the Eat Real to Heal framework — 20+ years of clinical evidence for reversing chronic disease through metabolic nutrition and detoxification.
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Education, Resource Library & Health Store
Walk in any time Monday to Friday, 9 AM – 6 PM. No appointment needed. Browse our curated resource library on chronic disease reversal, ask questions, or simply sit and learn with a cup of tea.
Our centre doubles as a Health Store where you can browse and purchase healing books, Eat Real to Heal program supplies and supplements to continue your healing at home.
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Private 1:1 Health Consultation
A dedicated 45-minute session with Dr. Nicolette Richer, DSocSci, chronic disease reversal specialist with 18+ years of experience helping people reverse chronic disease and get off their medications through nutrition-based therapy. We review your health history, symptoms, diagnosed conditions, and lifestyle so you leave with a thorough understanding of the next steps necessary to achieve your desired health outcomes. We currently offer online consultations only. To book, please use the button below.
$150 CAD
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Group Health Workshops
Our centre hosts daily workshops, talks, and wellness sessions Monday to Friday, covering a wide range of health topics including chronic disease reversal, women's health, diabetes, heart health, autoimmune disorders, mental wellness, and more. Alongside our education programs, we offer breathwork and nervous system regulation sessions to support healing in body and mind. All sessions include light snacks, tea or cold-pressed juice on arrival. See our events calendar for the full schedule and to reserve your spot.
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Online Programs
Can't make it to Duncan in person? Our online programs bring the full depth of the Eat Real to Heal framework directly to you, wherever you are in the world. Self-paced, rigorous, and comprehensive.
Lifetime access to all instruction materials, meal plans, recipes, and resources. Weekly live coaching sessions, and an online community to keep you supported every step of the way.
20+
YEARS OF CLINICAL RESEARCH
150+
CHRONIC CONDITIONS REVERSED
11,000
CLIENTS SUPPORTED WORLDWIDE
90%
CLIENT SUCCESS RATE
600+
PHYSICIANS TRAINED
ONLINE PROGRAMSLearn from anywhere.
Distance is no barrier to healing. Our two online programs are available to anyone, anywhere in the world.
FOUNDATION PROGRAMEat Real to Heal™
The complete guide to reversing chronic disease through food.
The foundational Eat Real to Heal program — 20+ years of clinical research distilled into a clear, actionable, self-paced online course. Learn exactly how metabolic nutrition and detoxification reverse chronic disease, and say goodbye to chronic inflammation, pain, and medications. With weekly group coaching for ongoing support.
CERTIFICATION PROGRAMNutrition+Detox Coaching Certification
Become a certified chronic disease reversal coach.
A comprehensive nutrition and detoxification coaching certification designed to train the next generation of chronic disease reversal specialists. Graduates are qualified to coach clients across 150+ conditions and are eligible for the Stay to Heal Hotel employment pipeline (opening Vancouver Island, 2029).
LED BY 18+ Year Chronic Disease Reversal Specialist
Dr. Nicolette Richer, DSocSci, is the CEO and Founder of Richer Health Consulting, Ltd.®, Green Moustache Organic Cafes, Sea to Sky Thrivers Society, and Kulandira Healing. Nicolette is a serial entrepreneur, Chronic Disease Reversal Specialist, author, speaker, podcast host, and most importantly, a mom of three world-shaking girls.
Over the past 18 years, she’s helped thousands of people reverse their diagnosed chronic diseases using metabolic nutrition, detoxification, and cellular regeneration.
As creator of the Eat Real to Heal program she brings rigorous science and genuine compassion to every program at The Root Chronic Diseasea Reversal Centre.
Doctorate of Social Sciences
20+ years of clinical research in metabolic nutrition and detoxification
Helped 11,000+ clients worldwide reverse diagnosed chronic diseases
Trained 600+ physicians in the Eat Real to Heal framework
Bestselling author · TEDx presenter · Named a Force for Good by Tony Robbins
“I have had the pleasure of attending several of Nicolette's talks and workshops and can attest that she is an excellent speaker. From captivating stories of individuals who have found health and healing by introducing clean, organic nutrition into their lives to detailed facts about health and the biology of our bodies, Nicolette is one of the most invigorating and engaging speakers I have witnessed. In addition to her wealth of knowledge, her warm and caring nature is shared generously with the audience and I always find myself feeling uplifted, inspired, and empowered after one of her talks. “
— HALEY INGMAN, Earthsave Whistler
“There are few people with comparable positive energy to Nicolette. My experience of her as a speaker and workshop facilitator can be captured in a word: inspiring. Her storytelling ability paired with her willingness to be open and vulnerable is such a beautiful combination. I always enjoy my time connecting with Nicolette, be it about work, life, or play. Thank you for being the shining bright light that you are! The world of health, wellness, nutrition, and beyond is so much better for it.”
— LING (CHARLENE) LO, Hollyhock Program Director
“Our team and guests loved every minute of Nicolette’s workshop on the transformative power of nutrition for mental and physical wellbeing. She’s a dynamic, engaging, and powerful speaker who motivates and inspires people to take action and get results. We’ve since brought Nicolette on as lululemon Ambassador so we can support her in her huge goals to help communities reverse chronic diseases through eating traditional whole foods. We encourage you to work with Nicolette if you want to help your organization or community thrive.
— lululemon, Whistler
— TAKE THE FIRST STEPYour healing starts here.
Whether you book a private consultation, join a workshop, or enrol in an online course — you are beginning a journey that has helped thousands of people worldwide take their health back into their own hands.