Our Journey

Why alkaline herbs? Why now? Well, the better question is, why not? Sure, alkaline, or plant-based diets can help you lose weight, bring the body to balance, or even prevent some "dis-eases". Have you heard the quote, "Herbs are for the healing of the Nations"? I can give you all the facts on this lyfestyle, but the facts are what they are, and the science remains. What’s that old saying? The proof is in the pudding. I didn’t always believe in the hype of this way to optimal health either. I wasn’t fond of the thought of giving up some of my favorite foods. I was and always have been an avid junk food and meat eater my entire life, especially being born and raised in the land of BBQ.

It wasn’t until 2018, when I was introduced to plant-based living, and a variety of different medicinal herbs by one of my teammates. I’m a former Tight end for Texas A&M University, Pittsburgh Steelers, AAF San Antonio Commanders, and XFL Seattle Dragons. If you’re into sports, then you’ll know weighing about 285lbs is on the thicker side of the tight end position. It’s been quite the journey maintaining a competitive weight especially playing alongside guys who were 15-20 lbs lighter than I was. Well, that was before the lyfestyle change. When I first started the transition, I could feel my body instantly reacting. From detoxing/flushing, to experiencing natural energy boost, less sore joints, and clarity within my thoughts, I could just feel a complete shift in my being! Prior to implementing alkaline herbs and holistic healing, I had already attempted to alter my diet and methods in hopes of maintaining my weight as I continued to pursue a career being a professional athlete.

With this Lifestyle makeover combined with my regular training regimen, I was in the best shape of my life at the age of 27. Then it got Real! In the midst of it all our youngest son was born. But with intestinal irregularities calling for him to have an emergency surgery which would result in him being on specific medications and strict diets “for a lifetime”. Being on this path, there was no way I would let this fly. So I took it upon myself to dig and do the extensive researching and trialing to get to the root of it all…. Because of this, I was inspired to learn more about alternative healing, human body functions, medicinal grade herbs and become affiliated with direct vendors to help promote the best brand of Organic Herbal Blends in which CoreLyfe Naturals was derived.