In recent years, there have been some scary health trends. Hyperactivity in children, digestive issues, and food allergies have all skyrocketed in the last 20 years. According to Integrative Nutrition visiting teacher Paul Pitchford, this is no coincidence. 

Pitchford is the author of the seminal book Healing with Whole Foods: Asian Traditions and Modern Nutrition, and has long been a passionate advocate for a traditional way of eating. 

In this interview with IIN founder Joshua Rosenthal, Pitchford gives his top three tips to achieve overall health and explains why health coaching is one of the most important professions there is. Watch below!

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