About Radiant Reality Nutrition


 I’m a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and a graduate-level student of Traditional Chinese Medicine at A.I.M.C. in Berkeley, California, completing my Master’s degree in Spring 2026 and Doctorate in Fall 2026. My work is rooted in a personal healing journey that led me to a comprehensive, root-cause approach to health. For over 15 years, I’ve supported clients with chronic conditions, digestive dysfunction, and hormonal imbalances by integrating functional nutrition, herbal medicine, and TCM principles to restore balance and optimize vitality

 

About Tennee


 I combine the precision of Functional Diagnostic Nutrition (FDN) with the depth of Traditional Chinese Medicine. As a soon-to-be licensed acupuncturist (DAIM expected 2026), I support clients through a unique East-meets-West approach that gets to the root of imbalance.

 

 

 


As a FDN-P and DAIM candidate I will:

Work with functional labs to investigate and uncover the root causes of imbalance in the body.


Guide and support as you restore and rebalance your body with detoxification support, supplements, herbal protocols and bioindividual healing foods and lifestyle modifications.



 Functional Diagnostic Nutrition (FDN) uses advanced lab testing to identify your body's unique healing needs. By addressing these underlying issues, we can create a personalized plan that leverages the power of herbs, nutrients, and supplements to support your body's natural healing abilities.

Key principles:

  • Microbiome health: A healthy microbiome is essential for optimal well-being.
  • Bioindividuality: Your nutritional needs are unique and may change over time.
  • Food is medicine: Eating the foods that best nourish your body is essential for optimal health. By making small, consistent changes to your diet, you can:
    • Reduce inflammation
    • Improve digestion
    • Boost energy levels
    • And more
  • Detox strategies: Our bodies are burdened by environmental toxins, and supporting detoxification is essential for optimal health.
  • Lifestyle support: Designed to help you manage stress, improve sleep, and enhance your overall well-being.

     

 

 Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) offers a lens that is designed to look for the root cause of a disorder and address the underlying imbalance rather than focus on symptoms. TCM also uses a

comprehensive array of herbs and therapies that can significantly enhance the healing process. 

 Key principles:

  •   Herbal Formulas: TCM herbal formulas are   carefully crafted combinations of plants that address specific health conditions. They can be used to:
    • Balance the body's energy (qi)
    • Harmonize yin and yang
    • Target specific organs and systems
    • Support detoxification
    • Reduce inflammation
    • Boost immunity
  • Other therapies I am currently using in session include:

  • Cupping: This TCM therapy involves placing cups on the skin to create suction. It can:

    • Improve blood flow
    • Reduce pain
    • Release muscle tension
    • Promote detoxification
    • used in tandem with bodywork modalities

 



Drawing from a family legacy in healthcare, I developed a lifelong passion for wellness from a young age. After completing my undergraduate studies at the University of Oregon, I pursued advanced training in bodywork, studying Craniosacral Therapy, Acupressure, Neuromuscular Therapy, and Hypnotherapy at several schools in California and Colorado. In 2005, I further expanded my expertise by completing a program in Ayurvedic medicine at the California College of Ayurveda. In 2022 I entered into a graduate program at AIMC in Berkeley, CA. to pursue a masters and DAIM in Traditional Chinese Medicine.

 

 

 

My work in functional nutrition began through a personal health crisis. As a mother of three and a bodyworker, I was navigating my own health challenges when my youngest child was diagnosed with Lyme disease and PANDAS. That experience led me to a proactive, root-cause approach to healing.

Through functional lab testing, targeted nutrition, herbal support, and integrative therapies, our family recovered and my clinical focus was born. For over 15 years, I’ve supported individuals with chronic conditions, digestive issues, and hormonal imbalances by integrating functional nutrition, herbal medicine, and Traditional Chinese Medicine principles to help restore balance and long-term vitality.


My personal healing journey inspired my path into functional nutrition and root-cause care. Through my own experience, I witnessed the powerful impact of targeted nutrition and functional medicine on restoring health. This led me to train in Functional Diagnostic Nutrition, which uses functional lab testing to identify and address underlying imbalances in systems of the body.

My approach is holistic and integrative, focusing on foundational nutrition, mitochondrial support,  identification and eradication of infection in the GI system and detoxification support.

I am currently pursuing a DAIM  of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine at AIMC in Berkeley, California, further deepening my clinical understanding of acupuncture, herbal therapy, and the body’s energy systems. My goal is to provide thoughtful, comprehensive care that supports long-term vitality and optimal well-being.


 

       Functional Medicine and Nutrition Education

 Credentials and Training:

 

 

  • 1994-1997: University of Oregon, Eugene OR, Bachelor of Arts
  • 2005-2007: California College of Ayurveda, Nevada City, CA, Clinical Ayurvedic Specialist  
  • 2014-2015: Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P) Training
  • 2015-2016: Holistic Nutrition Full Body Systems, Andrea Nakayama
  • 2016: Acutonics Levels I-IV, West Coast Acutonics; Sound Healing, Kairos Institute
  • 2018: Advanced Microbiome Medicine Mentorship Program, Grace Liu PharmD
  • 2022-Present: Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine College, Berkeley, CA, Doctor of Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine (DAIM) candidate, 

Additional specialized training includes: 

  • SIBO Intensive (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth) - FDN and Lisa Pomeroy ND
  • Functional blood chemistry - FDN and Lisa Pomeroy ND
  • HPA access and DUTCH testing - FDN and Lisa Pomeroy ND
  • OAT clinical interpretation - Gut Institute - Grace Liu PharmD
  • Neurolinguistic reprogramming for health coaches - NLP Marin
  • "Estrozen" hormone detox intensive - Andrea Nakayama and Replenish
  • Walsh detoxification method - Dr Bryan Walsh
  • Mastering brain Chemistry - Apex energetics seminar - Datis Kharrazian MD
  • FDN Advanced training on Mitochondria- Lori Rose PhD,CNP,FDNP,RH, NB-HNC
  • AFDNP certification 

May your Reality be Radiant!

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