Her interest in the ways of “natural “healing all started when she was exposed to folk-healing in her native home in Sibuyan Island, Romblon. She first worked at the Philippine Orthopedic Center. After 3 years, she worked as a public health nurse in Caloocan City. Here she was exposed to the horrendous effect of poverty and malnutrition. When her family moved to Tacloban 21 years ago she started studying about “wellness” until she started attending seminars and workshops on the subject, both here and abroad; thus, developing a holistic perspective. In her wish to share her experiences and help other people, she opened up Paruparong Bukid Nature Conservation Center, where a detox program has been instituted. Here clients are empowered towards health in body and soul by inculcating a new lifestyle, nutrition and spiritual outlook in whatever religion/belief. (Info from paruparongbukid.com)