This document provides information from Paula M. Youmell, a holistic nurse and whole food health educator, about adopting a whole food lifestyle for health and healing. It defines holistic healing as taking responsibility for one's own health through natural means like changing diet and lifestyle habits. Various topics covered include what constitutes a whole food, why to choose organic and locally-grown seasonal produce, cleaning out one's kitchen, and creating a whole food lifestyle focused on natural and minimally processed foods. The overall message is that making lifestyle changes to eat whole foods can heal the body and support vibrant health.