For Brazos Minshew, wellness starts with a simple human truth: We all have physical, emotional and spiritual needs that must be met if we are to be healthy. But that’s just the beginning. We must also have a sense of purpose. “In order to have a reason for wellness, we must claim our purpose—and work to fulfill it.”
As Chief Science Officer, Brazos shines a spotlight on the natural remedies that can make us physically, emotionally and spiritually whole, so that we have the energy to seize our destiny—and live a life of meaning and purpose. He uses his medical science education and extensive naturopathy experience to analyze society’s most pressing health problems and to seek out solutions in nature. “Everything we need for physical wellness is found in the plants that nourish us,” he says.
One of Brazos’ greatest accomplishments has been working with TriVita to find a natural solution to North America’s inflammation epidemic. “There are native people living among us who do not experience the diseases associated with inflammation,” says Brazos. “My responsibility and great pleasure has been to find out what they eat that reduces inflammation and how it improves their quality of life.” With the discovery of the health benefits of Nopal cactus and the development of Nopalea, Brazos has fulfilled at least one of his personal destinies. He’s helping people everywhere to live healthier lives—and to thrive.