Meet our Nutritional Consultants


Margo Gladding, M.S. Herbal Medicine

Margo’s impressive knowledge base is the result of a unique blend of educational and professional experience. She holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology and a Master of Science degree in Herbal Medicine, providing her with a strong foundation in the history, science, and practice of herbal medicine. Margo is also certified as a Nutrition Specialist through the American College of Nutrition and is a licensed nutritionist. Since joining Village Green in 2005, Margo has been talking with customers in the store, providing private consultations, and writing and researching educational materials to help people learn more about herbs and nutrition. Margo counsels both children and adults with a wide range of health challenges. Her recommendations are always client specific and include the use of herbs, supplements, as well as dietary and lifestyle suggestions.
 

 
 
Paula Gallagher, B.A.Sc., Applied Human Nutrition

Paula is a highly qualified and experienced nutritionist on the staff at Village Green Apothecary. Paula graduated from the University of Guelph in Ontario, Canada and holds a degree in Applied Human Nutrition. She has since worked both in Canada and the United States as a nutritionist and wellness counselor in a variety of professional settings. Paula feels it is fundamentally important to provide nutritional education to people on how to maximize their health through diet, exercise, and supplementation. Paula has also conducted bone density screenings, body fat analysis, and cholesterol screenings, and provided lifestyle consultations based on the results. Paula has specialty knowledge on the subjects of cholesterol, weight loss, and osteoporosis.
 

 
 
Kevin Passero, N.D.

Dr. Kevin Passero completed four years of post-graduate medical education at the National College of Naturopathic Medicine in Portland, Oregon after receiving a Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Biology from the University of Colorado. Dr. Passero is a member of the Maryland Association of Naturopathic Physicians. He is also a member of the American Association of
Naturopathic Physicians and the Oncology Association of Naturopathic Physicians.

Dr. Passero has trained extensively with leading doctors in the field of natural medicine. He focuses on restoring harmony to both the body and mind using advanced protocols that incorporate botanicals, homeopathy, vitamins, and nutrition.
 

 
 
Naz Amini, C.N.C. Nutritional Counselor

Naz graduated from the University of Maryland with a bachelor’s degree in Public and Community Health. She is a certified Nutritional Counselor through the American Association of Nutritional Consultants (AANC). Most recently, she was trained in FirstLine Therapy, a clinically proven lifestyle change program that is recommended by leading health organizations. As a lifestyle educator, she helps clients discover the underlying causes of chronic disease by incorporating customized eating plans, exercise, nutritional supplementation and stress management techniques. Naz has been a familiar face at Village Green for the past 7 years and her extensive knowledge in natural medicine, hormonal balance and dietary supplements makes her a great candidate to offer preventative and therapeutic nutritional services.

 


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