Meet Shalin Dominique

We had the good fortune of connecting with Shalin Dominique and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Shalin, what was your thought process behind starting your own business?
My journey began several years ago when I got chronically ill and almost bedridden after a sudden mold exposure in my apartment. Overnight I developed a myriad of mysterious symptoms and gained 44lbs in 6 weeks. I spend almost 3 years trying to find answers with both conventional and functional medicine doctors which got me absolutely nowhere. “It is all in your head”, “stop eating secretly” and “your blood work looks normal – you are healthy” were the answers I received. It forced me to become my own best advocate. I discovered the world of Functional Medicine and learned about the body’s ability to heal itself. That there are basically two scenarios for why the human body gets out of homeostasis: 1. There is something in it that does not belong there (toxins, pathogens, etc.) 2. Something is missing (in terms of vitamins, and nutrients, that are necessary for certain biological bodily functions. I spent hours and hours on certifications, courses, and summits.

It was such a relief to finally getting the answers I was looking for years by running advanced Functional Lab Work on myself. High levels of mold and heavy metals as well as a parasite and Lyme infection were contributing to my issues. I noticed huge improvements within a matter of weeks just by applying everything I learned on myself on how to get into remission. Ever since my health and weight loss struggles are completely in the past. I’ve never felt better. My passion for the healing abilities of the body combined with my love to serve others naturally transitioned into building my own business.

Alright, so for those in our community who might not be familiar with your business, can you tell us more?
I am a passionate holistic health practitioner working with mainly with women who are struggling with weight loss resistance. M typical client has tried all the different diets, workout programs, cleanses or supplements – but the number on the scales just will not move. They are carrying more body weight although being hyper focused on their diet and lifestyle. The extra stubborn weight simply makes no sense – additionally they are suffering from mystery symptoms such as chronic fatigue, body pain, bloating, puffiness, acne. My average client has seen 10+ conventional and holistic doctors, but they are feeling to move in circles. 

It is my passion to uncover and reverse the reasons for their weight loss resistance and symptoms with advanced lab testing, holistic supplements and lifestyle adjustments. The average American is exposed to 200.000 toxins daily. These toxins are not only stored in fat cells, but they also create an inflammatory body terrain that attracts pathogens (such as parasites, or Lyme) to manifest easily. Weight loss resistance cannot be reversed with diet and exercise, it is the opposite. They body is already in a highly stressed state, where strategies heat work for healthy individuals (such as intermittent fasting, or calorie restriction) are an additional stressor that add more fuel to the fire and commonly lead to even more weight gain. For long-lasting weight loss and optimal health it is crucial to address what has been causing the issue in the first place: the root cause.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
We would start our morning by watching the sunrise together. It’s a ritual I do every single day to set intentions for the day and ground myself. Miami has the most beautiful beaches and sunrises. A beach day to soak up the sun is a must too! With great weather almost all year around I love being outdoors as much as possible – renting bicycles to get around and a boat trip to see Miami from a different perspective   Enjoying lunch or dinners at the Setai or Mila for outstanding food in a beautiful ambiance. You can’t leave Miami without seeing the Design Destrict and the Wynnwood area where you can feast your eyes on lifelike murals and stroll the streets to explore numerous art galleries, shops, restaurants, etc.

We would end our day with a walk at South Point Pier – the best spot to see the sunset.

These are just some of my favorites, but there are so many hidden gems here in our little city!

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
Life is so much enjoyable sharing it with likeminded people, so definitely my friends in Miami and from abroad who make my life I much more beautiful: Nha, Bianca, Kate, Cynthia, Rachel and many more. My Mum: she lives in Germany but we call each other every day – she always believed in me and celebrates my accomplishments. Last but not least my former business partner and dear friend Frank who has helped me not only to establish my business from the beginning – he was and is my biggest cheerleader, and always encouraged me to follow my dreams.

Website: https://shalindominique.com/

Instagram: @shalin.dominique

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shalindominique/