ABOUT US
THE NHIC DIFFERENCE
Meet the Practitioners
Rated as one of the most trusted natural health clinics in the Treasure Valley, our functional nutrition consultants only use the best food based supplements and herbs to deliver holistic healing to our patients. We are known for taking on tough cases, and we’re exceptional at restoring our patients’ health.
Your well-being is our passion. We are excited to bring this mission to you. Find out why over 5,000 patients already trust us, and finally find relief in your own health challenges.
CHOOSE YOUR PRACTITIONER
Dr. Boyd Ricks, BS, MOT, DPT
Dr. Boyd Ricks, BS, MOT, DPT, began his journey in health sciences with a Bachelor’s of Behavioral Science and Health degree from the University of Utah. He continued his education at the University of Saint Augustine for Health Sciences, where he became one of the first dual-degree students, earning both a Master’s in Occupational Therapy and a Doctorate in Physical Therapy. With over 12 years of experience in practicing occupational and physical therapy, Dr. Ricks has always been driven by a passion for helping people. He now focuses on the nutritional aspect of health and wellness. Having a personal connection to autoimmune diseases, with his father being a type 1 diabetic, and two children with type 1 diabetes and a daughter with Lupus, Dr. Ricks has made it his lifelong goal to help his family and local community. He is determined to help others achieve better health naturally.
Zoe Woltjer, BS, MSNEP
Zoe Woltjer, BS, MSNEP, is a dedicated nutrition professional with a Bachelor’s degree in Food Science and Nutrition from Central Washington University. She further advanced her expertise with a Master’s in Nutrition, Dietetics, and Exercise Physiology from Washington State University where she completed a 1,200-hour dietetic internship. Zoe chose functional nutrition for the opportunity to work more comprehensively with patients, aiming for substantial, lasting health improvements rather than quick fixes. She strongly believes in the powerful healing capabilities of whole foods as well as our bodies natural ability to heal on its own. In a world where nutrition is incredibly confusing, Zoe is here to guide you back to the basics, give you the tools to know how to nourish your own body, and support you on your healing journey.
Jacob Steele, BSK
Jacob Steele, BSK completed his undergraduate degree in Kinesiology from Boise State University. He is a licensed life/health insurance agent. He worked in a major rehabilitation hospital, assisting with Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy and realized quickly that they failed to address the root causes to neurological disabilities. He also realized the health insurance companies are for profit entities that don’t always focus on prevention of disease. This realization sparked a fire, leading to him becoming a present day Functional Nutrition Consultant, where his true passion lies in healing the community by way of identifying the root cause of systemic health problems.
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IMAGINE YOUR HEALTH PROBLEMS THAT YOU’VE HAD FOR YEARS… GONE.
When the doctors can’t seem to find a solution and the drugs don’t actually get you better. It’s time to seek a real and natural solution. Functional Nutrition is the most powerful healer. Time to take control of your health once and for all.
