It´s hardly a coincidence that Garden of Life founder, Jordan Rubin, has a health story that ranks among the most dramatic cases of improvement on record. It was his discoveries, during his personal journey to recover from debilitating digestive problems, that were the foundations of his health philosophy.

Raised in a family that stressed healthy eating habits, it´s impossible to say what caused Jordan to have digestive issues. Even more difficult than finding the cause was the challenge to find a solution. Barraged with intravenous and oral antibiotic and anti-inflammatory drugs, Jordan´s body only deteriorated with treatment. After a few months, the previously fit 19-year-old was reduced to 104 pounds and fitted for a wheelchair, robbing him of any quality of life. When traditional medicine provided no answers, Jordan traveled to seven countries, desperately searching for the solution that renowned U.S. doctors couldn´t offer. He made many wrong turns, but his determination to live eventually led him back to the U.S. where he discovered a health program that would change his life.

After more than 500 treatments from 70 health professionals failed, Jordan discovered the obvious connection between health and nutrition. With this came the understanding that the human body is capable of accomplishing incredible feats and overcoming obstacles, provided that it receives proper nutrition. By following a health plan rich in whole foods, nutrients, enzymes and naturally occurring probiotics called soil based organisms, Jordan empowered his body to fight back against his health condition.

You can read Jordan's story Here.