BIOGRAPHY (continued)...After being diagnosed as severely anemic, with Ferritin (a protein that stores Iron in the tissues) levels well below the normal, she began to suffer from debilitating performances at some of the top United States National swim meets.

After seeking medical attention, the problem did not change; in fact, it got worse. The anemia affected Stella physiologically and psychologically. After a year of prescriptions for artificial hormones and numerous doctors’ evaluations, Stella’s mother sought other options.

She was referred to a nutritionist who added vitamins and minerals specifically for her daughter's needs. Within one month of her visit to the nutritionist, Stella felt better.
Consequently, the decision to pursue a career in Sports Medicine or Nutrition was inevitable.

During her first year at Chapman University, Stella took courses in Physiology, Anatomy, Chemistry, Food Science, and Nutrition. Working as a personal trainer at the time, Stella realized that her true passion resided in the Nutritional Sciences.

Today, Stella is completing her M.S. in Nutrition and plans to earn her Ph.D. soon after. In addition, Stella is writing a book about her innovative Base concept that she has developed over the past four years while serving her clients.

In her fourth year of private practice in Laguna Beach, Calif., Stella also resides in Laguna Beach with her husband.