Root and Regimen
Where Ancient Wisdom Meets Evidence-Based Science
Root and Regimen
Where Ancient Wisdom Meets Evidence-Based Science
About Root & Regimen
From Healthcare to Human Care
With over 20 years of experience in nursing, I have seen firsthand how the rush of modern healthcare often leaves the "human" behind. My mission is to bridge the gap between high-tech precision and the grounded wisdom of presence.
Following a transformative clinical reset in India, I returned with a renewed commitment to the "analog" wisdom of touch, observation, and truly being seen. Because healing starts with the individual, I dedicate my practice to helping you move beyond the data and return to your roots as a whole, grounded human being.
Together, we translate your body’s unique data into a personalized regimen that is as scientifically rigorous as it is restorative—honoring both modern precision and your natural rhythm.
Ancient Wisdom Meets Evidence-Based Science
- Clinical Precision (The Rigor): We analyze your labs, bio-signals, and lifestyle markers through the evidence-based standards of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine (ACLM). By auditing the six pillars of health—nutrition, activity, sleep, stress, connection, and substance avoidance—we build a systematic plan for long-term vitality.
- Analog Wisdom (The Roots): We move away from the "rush" of healthcare by utilizing Ayurveda’s 5,000-year-old framework. By identifying your unique constitution (Dosha) / balance (Prakriti) and current imbalances (Vikriti), we eliminate guesswork and address the underlying root causes of your health concerns.
- A Living Practice (The Regimen): You receive a personalized, evolving roadmap that integrates scientific rigor with the restorative power of being grounded. This is more than a checklist; it is a return to your natural state of health.
The Ecosystem of Human Care
You feel it—the constant hum of a nervous system that won't shut down, the persistent tension in your shoulders, and the nagging realization that you are on a "hamster wheel" leading toward burnout. You are health-conscious and you value your well-being, but in a high-tech, artificial world, the path back to your natural state of health feels buried under data and modern demands.
You know you need to step off, but you don't know where to start.
Roots and Regimen provides the "Triple Pillar" strategy to reclaim your biological resilience. We bridge the gap between high-tech precision and the sacred art of being grounded, offering a clear entry point to long-term vitality through three integrated layers of care:
- Immediate Relief (The Body): We begin by silencing the internal noise. Through Body Therapeutics & Restorative Supports, we use the "analog" wisdom of touch to recalibrate your overstimulated nervous system and eliminate the chronic physical pain that keeps you stuck in a stress loop.
- Near-Term Shift (The Biology): We replace "trial and error" with Ayurvedic Health Stewardship. By identifying your unique constitution (Prakriti), we architect a manageable lifestyle regimen that honors your natural rhythms, helping you integrate ancestral wisdom into your modern environment.
- Long-Term Vitality (The Evidence): We ensure your progress is sustainable through Clinical Advocacy & Biometric Monitoring. By auditing your bio-signals and lifestyle markers, we provide a data-driven roadmap that confirms your shifts are working, giving you the confidence to lead your own well-being investment.
Stop managing your symptoms and start building your architecture for restorative health. This is your invitation to move from medical overwhelm to empowered and healing for well-being—returning to your roots, one grounded step at a time.
Human Care Services
Body Therapeutics & Restorative Supports
This integrated package is for the person ready to step off the hamster wheel and begin a deliberate "re-entry" from the noise of modern life into a state of grounded vitality. We start by listening to your body through a nursing assessment, identifying your unique stress signals so we can address them with precision. You’ll then experience restorative massage designed to quiet your nervous system and physically melt away deep-seated tension. To ensure this sense of peace stays with you, we provide Ayurvedic coaching to build a simple, nature-based roadmap tailored to your life. Together, these steps offer the immediate relief and long-term strategy you need to reclaim your well-being.
Well-being Investment Range: $135 – $350
Ayurvedic Health Stewardship
This service is for the person who is tired of guessing and ready for a simpler way to stay healthy. By combining the expertise of a Registered Nurse with the time-tested wisdom of Ayurveda, we help you move beyond trial-and-error health habits. We look at your body’s unique signals to build a personalized "blueprint" for your life—one that quiets the noise, prevents burnout, and helps you feel your best in every season. This is your invitation to step off the hamster wheel and move into a state of natural ease and steady energy.
Well-being Investment Range: $85 – $350
Clinical Advocacy & Coordination
This service is for the person who is overwhelmed with their health symptoms and navigating the medical system. Think of this as your personal healthcare "shield," providing the clinical oversight you need to navigate a complex medical system with ease. By positioning a Registered Nurse as your central advocate, we bridge the gap between fragmented providers and your personal vision for long-term vitality. We audit your clinical data and coordinate with your care team to ensure every medical decision is aligned with your unique biological roots and restorative goals. You can expect to move from a state of medical overwhelm to one of empowered stewardship, resulting in a cohesive health strategy that prioritizes the "human" in your care. This is the essential layer of protection for those who refuse to let their well-being be lost in the rush of modern healthcare.
Well-being Investment Range: $150– $500
Meet Heather McKenzie
Founder and Integrative Wellness Practitioner
Heather N, McKenzie, MBA, RN, LMT, BCC.
With over two decades of experience on the front lines of nursing, I have witnessed the incredible power of modern medicine—and the deep void left when we treat symptoms instead of people. My career has been defined by a relentless pursuit of "Human Care," a journey that eventually led me from the high-pressure environments of Western clinics to a transformative clinical reset in India.
It was there, immersed in the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda, that I found the missing piece of the puzzle: the "analog" connection between our natural environment and our internal health.
Today, I combine the assessment precision of a registered nurse with the holistic frameworks of Ayurveda and the evidence-based standards of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine (ACLM).
I created Roots and Regimen to help individuals move beyond the data on a screen and return to a way of living that is both scientifically sound and deeply restorative. I don't just provide a plan; I help you reclaim the intuitive wisdom of your own body. Whether we are assessing your clinical lifestyle pillars or identifying your unique Prakriti (constitution), my goal is to provide you with a systematic roadmap back to your most vital, grounded self.
