About YMYC
Why YMYC?
YMYC will serve as a hub for people with similar interests. For example, if someone is interested in eating gluten free, they likely will be interested in healthy eating. If they are looking for gluten free due to celiac disease or other health issues, they may be interested in holistic care or integrative and functional medicine. If they are interested in clean, healthy living, they may also be interested in organic products.
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YMYC is an opportunity to bring people with similar needs and interests together in one place on a national scale. YMYC was developed because I was unable to locate the resources I needed. Over the course of years and referrals, etc. I was able to get help. People are looking for help but aren’t sure what they need because the resources aren’t readily available in one location. With YMYC, resources for consumers needs will be available and lead them to opportunities for support and help. One place, one stop, your choice.
Board of Directors
I was diagnosed with my first allergy when I was around four years old. As I got older, the allergies and intolerances grew to the extent that I was continuously having reactions to everything including foods, fabrics and people. I couldn’t function because I didn’t feel well. My face and body changed and I looked like a different person. I spent a lot of time and money trying to get help from traditional medicine. I was either told nothing was wrong with me or prescribed medications that did more harm than good. Over the years, I was able to find non-traditional remedies to help. While I have not yet found a cure, I can function even though I am on a restricted diet and limit my interaction around people. Through my journey, I have discovered that there are other people going through similar issues. Over the years of finding resources, I realized it would be helpful to have all the resources in one place to save people time, money, frustration and energy. Your Meal Your Choice (YMYC) was created to be a hub for people who need information and resources.
Saroya Webb – Board of Director President & Founder
Arlene DeCotis – Board Member
I have been a Jazzercise Instructor since 2006 and Center Owner in the Triangle since 2012. My first passion is dance fitness, but with 2020 came changes to and challenges for the fitness industry. Over time, I saw a need to make changes to my diet and start living a healthier lifestyle, and in turn help others do the same. In 2022, I became an Optavia Health Coach and assist clients with Habits of Health and achieving Optimal Health.
Kim Talbert – Board Member
My allergy journey began with seasonal allergies to pollen and grasses in childhood. I still have those seasonal allergies along with environmental and food sensitivities. I also developed adult onset asthma along with Sjogren’s syndrome. I am excited about Your Meal Your Choice for myself and others that suffer from various allergies and sensitivities. YMYC will be an essential hub for information regarding various allergies, potential treatments, research, and various organizations with the mission of assisting people with allergies and sensitivities. I’m proud to be a part of this organization.