ABOUT US
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About Us
ABOUT US
We are Melinda and Brian Lopp and we welcome you to Strong Life Diets, an extension of our main company, A Strong Life. A Strong Life is where health and wellness are not just buzzwords, but the very core of our existence. We are passionate advocates of a vibrant and fulfilling life, and we firmly believe that it all starts with nutrition.
Why We Value Health and Wellness
Health is the most precious asset we possess, and it’s the cornerstone of a life well-lived. We value health and wellness because we know that they are the gateways to a life filled with vitality, purpose, and happiness. We have seen firsthand how taking care of your body can unlock your full potential, allowing you to enjoy every moment to the fullest.
We also understand that the path to a healthier life can be challenging, filled with obstacles and temptations. That’s why we are here to guide and support you every step of the way. We are driven by a desire to make good nutrition accessible to ALL, regardless of age, background, or lifestyle.
The Foundation of a Strong, Healthy Life: Nutrition
Nutrition is at the heart of everything we do here at A Strong Life. We firmly believe that what you put into your body has a profound impact on your physical and mental well-being. A balanced diet not only fuels your body but also nourishes your mind, enabling you to face life’s challenges with resilience and clarity.
We provide a wealth of knowledge and resources to help you make informed choices about your nutrition. Our team of nutrition experts is dedicated to offering sound meal plans to create a diet that works for you, your unique needs, and your goals.
At A Strong Life, we aim to inspire and empower you to lead a life that’s not just longer, but better. Our passion for health and wellness, and our belief in the transformative power of proper nutrition, drive us to deliver the tools and motivation you need to succeed on your path to wellness.
Join us in this exciting journey towards a stronger, healthier life. Let’s embark on this adventure together, and together, we’ll savor the rewards of a life filled with well-being, purpose, and boundless energy!
Our Health Advisory Board are some of the forefront innovators in the health and nutrition field. These organizers have created techniques that will help you lose weight and feel confident in your body. Losing weight isn’t just about cutting out foods that are delicious — it’s about finding the right strategy for your body that will help you feel healthier and better. Weight loss can be one of the most frustrating experiences, which is why we’ve created one of the best nutrition apps and programs for you to utilize. From looking at your lifestyle to what you’re putting into your body, this nutrition system and app will help you feel great about your body again or even for the first time. Each person on the health advisory board are all contributors to making this essential nutrition system and app that will change the way you think about losing weight.
Meet the Health Advisory Board And Contributors:
BRIAN LOPP
Brian Lopp is a former NASM Certified Personal Trainer, former ACE Clinical Exercise Specialist and former owner of FitnessRx in Danbury CT. Presently, Brian is a Certified Nutritional Consultant through the American Association of Nutritional Consultants and Certified Personal Life Coach through Fowler International Academy.
Because of Brian’s vast knowledge of biomechanics and post-rehabilitative work, he was highly recommended by various physical therapy departments in the area for phase 2 & 3 outpatient rehabilitation. His extensive background proved beneficial for his own needs, when in 2007, Brian had a motorcycle accident which left him in the SICU for over a month. Suffering a traumatic brain injury and extensive damage to major organs and bones, Brian had a long road to recovery ahead, and utilized his knowledge of post-rehab work, along with sound nutrition, to heal his body.
A non-believer in pain medication, Brian recovered using natural alternatives. This had a profound impact on his desire to help others achieve their goals, no matter what their circumstances – hence the desire to become a Life Coach. Brian uses his knowledgeable background and credentials to bring a holistic approach to help others heal themselves. Contact us for more information.
MELINDA LOPP
Having worked for over 20 years in corporate America, Melinda faced a road to recovery of her own. In 2008, six months after Brian’s motorcycle accident, Melinda suffered a panic attack. Turning into a full-fledged panic disorder, with several attacks a day, as well as suffering from severe anxiety, depression, with a diagnosis of PTSD, doctors turned to pharmaceuticals to treat her.
With Brian’s urging, and a mutual dislike for pharmaceuticals, Melinda explored treatment with whole foods, sound supplementation, and regular exercise. Seeing such rapid improvement, Melinda was able to stop taking most medications and continued with a more holistic approach, adding guided meditation, EFT work, and neurofeedback. She now utilizes a variety of natural alternatives and is off all medications.
Melinda left the corporate world behind in 2012 to focus on their 3 children and growing wellness center, where she shares her passion of natural alternatives to those in need. Currently she is pursuing her Holistic Health Practitioner Board Certification through the American Association of Drugless Practitioners, focusing on Dietary Wellness, Healing with Whole Foods, Natural Therapies, Herbal Therapies and Subtle Energy Therapies. Contact us for more information.
Our Dietitians
Kimberly A. Tessmer, RDN, LD
Kim is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Licensed Dietitian in the State of Ohio as well as a published author. Kim is the founder and owner of Nutrition Focus, which offers nutritional services for small and large organizations/businesses. Kim has over 20 years of experience in the field of nutrition and has authored nine books to date. Kim graduated from Bowling Green State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Technology/Dietetics. She worked in hospitals, nursing homes, and as a corporate dietitian for three national weight loss companies. Kim is a member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics as well as a member of the ADA Practice Group, Nutrition Entrepreneurs.
Stacy Cappadona, MS, RD, LDN, CSCS
Stacy is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. She received her Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science, and her Master of Science in Exercise Physiology and Sports Nutrition from Florida State University. Since then, she has had the honor of working with active-duty military members, their families, and the special operations teams of the United States Air Force, along with rural communities in Southern Oregon. Her most recent project is as an entrepreneur bringing her business online.
Daniel J. Muppidi, MD
Dr. Muppidi is a graduate of Osmania Medical College, India. He trained in Internal Medicine at the New York Downtown Hospital – Cornell Medical Center, New York, and in the field of Allergy and Immunology at the SUNY Health Sciences Center at Brooklyn, NY. Later, he trained in Clinical and Laboratory Immunology at the Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA. He is board-certified in Internal Medicine, Allergy – Clinical Immunology, and Clinical / Laboratory Immunology. Dr. Muppidi has been in full-time private practice since 1996. Previously, he was a Senior Clinical Instructor in Medicine, Tufts University, Boston, and Instructor in Medicine, Harvard Medical School, Boston.
Nell Stephenson, BS
Nell Stephenson has been featured on the Dr Oz show along with her mentor, Dr. Loren Cordain. Nell offers custom Paleo nutritional counseling worldwide, a nationwide Paleo Fresh Food Delivery Service and has written books including her third book, Pocket Paleo.
Dr Zacharia Reda, MD
Dr. Zacharia Reda is board-certified in pediatric medicine, pediatric critical care. He has been in practice for over 22 years, treating thousands of children in primary pediatric care, newborn, adolescent, pulmonary, critical and intensive care. Dr. Reda served his pediatric internship and residency at Albert Einstein School of Medicine in New York, and at LAC/USC Medical Center in Los Angeles, respectively. Additionally, he completed a pediatric critical care fellowship at UCLA.