Dr. Shauna Shapiro
Clinical psychologist & expert in mindfulness and self-compassion
Press
Ali’s expertise in wellness and nutrition has been highlighted in renowned publications such as Marin Magazine, Better in Chicago, and SVPN in Sun Valley, Idaho. She has also contributed to numerous online platforms and had the honor of being a contributing writer for the acclaimed book, Project You. As an industry expert, Ali appeared on Marin TV’s Healing from the Ground Up, where she co-produced episodes and had the opportunity to interview notable thought leaders like Dr. Dean Ornish, Dr. Andrew Weil, and James Nester. These experiences have allowed her to further solidify her place in the wellness community and deepen Ali’s passion for guiding others on their journey to better health.
Finian Makepiece
Co-Founder & Chief Strategy Officer of Kiss the Ground
Marin Magazine Article – Six Healing Foods with Medicinal Superpowers
“My parents used to say “listen to your elders”as if they had some kind of knowledge only their generation understood. But maybe there’s something to that wisdom, especially when it comes to healing the body. After all, Hippocrates, the Greek physician and “father of Western medicine,” said, “Let medicine be thy food and let food be thy medicine.” Science has proven what our elders have known for thousands of years: that certain foods can naturally help prevent and treat disease. Here are six healing foods with medicinal superpowers.” – Ali Q
Marin Magazine Article – 5 Surprising Habits of People Who Age Well
“TEN DAYS BEFORE the birth of my first child, I woke up and realized half of my face was paralyzed. The combination of an autoimmune disease with the rigors of pregnancy changed my life completely. While part of how that experience transformed my life was described in an article called “Reinvention” in this magazine’s January issue, the bigger story now is that it intensified my commitment to healthy living. I ditched my tech job to pursue a lifelong passion for exploring science, nutrition and the process of aging. There is a science to aging gracefully, and I am obsessed with every whisper of a secret pill, sometimes chasing seemingly outlandish claims to find the root of a possible health benefit. I have traveled the globe interviewing the world’s top scientists, researchers and industry leaders, seeking to further understand the common denominators of longevity and health.” – Ali
Marin Magazine Article – Conversation with Physician Dean Ornish
“IN A COUNTY of just over 260,000 impressive people, Sausalito’s Dean Ornish, M.D., just might be a little more impressive than most. Singled out by Life magazine as one of the 50 most influential members of his generation and by Forbes as one of the world’s seven most powerful teachers, Ornish, a native of Dallas, Texas has been a personal physician to former President Bill Clinton since 1993 and is still going strong at 64. As the remodeling project for his Preventive Medicine Research Institute on Bridgeway is nearing completion, he and wife Anne are about to publish their book UnDo It!; it comes out next January. Ornish made health history in 1983 when he introduced a then-revolutionary nutrition based regimen for reversing cardiovascular disease without medicine or surgery.”
Idaho Mtn Express Interview
In this engaging interview with wellness coach Ali Q, founder of Ali Q Wellness, featured in the Idaho Mountain Express, she shares her deep passion for promoting holistic health and well-being. Ali emphasizes the importance of self-advocacy in health, especially in light of lessons learned from the pandemic. She highlights how the Wellness Festival provides transformative education on various health topics, drawing from her own work with Sprig & Glow. Ali’s experience as a health journalist and certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach brings a wealth of insight to the festival, furthering its mission. Her focus on integrative health practices, cognitive behavioral therapy, and regenerative agriculture underscores her commitment to a comprehensive approach to wellness that nourishes both the body and mind.Allison was a contributing expert writer who shared her insight into skin types and anti-aging routines as seen in Chapter fourteen.
SVPN Magazine Interview
Ali Q interviewed bestselling author James Nestor, who was a featured speaker at the 2021 Sun Valley Wellness Festival & Conference. In the interview, Nestor discussed his most recent book, Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art, which examines the power of breathing and its connection to our health and well-beingAllison was a contributing expert writer who shared her insight into skin types and anti-aging routines as seen in Chapter fourteen.
Dr. Andrew Weil Explains How Integrated Medicine Can Help You Take Back Control of Your Health.
Nothing is more important than our health, and with lifestyle-related diseases on the rise, perhaps it’s time to take back control of our wellbeing. Recently I attended a weekend program at 1440 Multiversity in Scotts Valley, CA. Dr. Andrew Weil, the founding father of Integrative Medicine, was the keynote speaker.
Project You
Allison was a contributing expert writer who shared her insight into skin types and anti-aging routines as seen in Chapter fourteen. Project You is not another book about the latest fad diet or juice “cleanse”. It is about living a clean and healthy life that will set you on the path to longevity.
Allison was a contributing expert writer who shared her insight into skin types and anti-aging routines as seen in Chapter fourteen.
THE FOUR PRINCIPALS OF THE BOOK:
ONE: The importance of superfoods & how to use them
TWO: The secrets to glowing skin & hair
THREE: Exercise tips & simple workout routines
FOUR: Daily practices for mental & spiritual wellness
Marin Magazine – Reinvention
Ten days before the birth of her first son, Ali Quistgard-Scherer woke to discover that half of her face was paralyzed. “I knew what it was, because my cousin had Bell’s palsy before I did,” she says. “It was really a difficult time. We never really realize how much we take our faces, or our looks, for granted.
Hayes Valley Medical – Interview with Facial Expert
Allison Quistgard, LE is our Marin location Lead Clinical Esthetician and GLOW Expert. As well as a clinical esthetician, she is a wellness editor, freelance writer and blogger (for sprig and grow and Marin Magazine) with a passion for beauty, wellness, skin care, and the science behind it all. Ali was a contributing expert writer who shared her insight into skin types and anti-aging routines as seen in Chapter fourteen.
Healthy Skin at Any Age – Television Interview
Everyone tells you to love the skin you’re in, but figuring out the right skincare routine can be a challenge. With so many products and treatments available, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. In this interview, medical aesthetician Ali Quistgard-Scherer shares her professional insights with host Kathleen Nemetz, offering practical advice on how to achieve and maintain healthy skin at every stage of life. Whether you’re dealing with common concerns like teen acne, pregnancy-related skin changes, or the natural signs of aging, Ali provides skincare tips that work for everyone.
Ali stresses the importance of a consistent skincare routine tailored to your skin type, but she also emphasizes that skincare goes beyond just products. In the interview, she discusses the vital role that overall wellness plays in maintaining healthy skin, highlighting how nutrition, exercise, and proper sun protection all contribute to that coveted inner and outer glow. According to Ali, a holistic approach that considers lifestyle factors is key to achieving radiant skin, no matter your age or skin type.
Healthy Skin at Any Age – Television Interview
Ali interviews “ lifestyle medicine’s” founding father; Dr. Dean Ornish and his wife Anne about their new book UnDo It! They explain that making simple lifestyle changes can reduce the most chronic disease. They lay out a road map of how to get there by following the four pillars as outlined in the book: eat well, move more, stress less and love more.
Health & Wellness Masters
Ali Quistgard; Executive producer discusses with Andrew Weil MD, the definition of functional and traditional medicine, what western medicine does and doesn’t do well, what one can do to take back their health, the future of “big food” and “big pharma,” childhood immunizations and more.
