Barbara Busch

 CFNP & AYT (Certified Functional Nutrition Practitioner and Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy)

Holistic Nutritionist and Wellness Coach

Barbara is a Certified Functional Nutrition Practitioner (CFNP) with certifications in Functional Gut Health, Nutritional Immunology, and Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy. Her own journey of overcoming health challenges led her to the world of bio-optimization with a focus on digestive health and reduced inflammation. 

Barbara believes in the healing power of “food as medicine” and integrates nutrition with movement and mindset to support whole-person wellness. Her personalized approach can be designed to complement other health practices, offering long-term solutions, immediate relief, and ongoing coaching to help clients build sustainable habits they truly enjoy. 

With a warm and supportive presence, Barbara acts as both teacher and guide, empowering her clients to reconnect with their bodies and create lifestyles that increase energy, vitality, and resilience. She understands that everybody is unique and that meaningful change takes time. That’s why she builds partnerships with her clients to discover practical strategies together so that they can build a lifestyle for lasting wellness. 

Barbara combines the latest in biohealth science with time-tested holistic methods to support the mind, body, and spirit. Whether coaching one-on-one, in groups or facilitating wellness workshops, she creates a space for clients to explore what it means to feel vibrant and alive in their everyday lives. 

Born and raised on beautiful Vancouver Island, she finds daily inspiration in nature and the simple joys of life. A passionate dance enthusiast, Barbara brings joyful movement into everything she does—from leading fitness classes, salsa dancing, ecstatic dance or even dancing in the kitchen while cooking. 

One of her favorite quotes captures her spirit: “To succeed in life, you need three things: A wishbone, a backbone, and a funny bone.” 

Barbara is honored to walk alongside each client on their unique wellness journey.