ABOUT THE STEWARD
Who I Am & Why This Work Exists
The Alternative Apothecary is stewarded by me—a registered nurse with a background in clinical care, education, and alternative health modalities. This work emerged from years of observing a growing gap between individuals seeking understanding about their bodies and systems that often prioritize speed, symptom management, or access limited by cost and privilege.
My perspective has been shaped both professionally and personally, including my experience caring for my grandmother. Despite extensive medical intervention, her quality of life did not meaningfully improve, and the underlying contributors to her condition were never clearly addressed. That experience revealed both the strengths of modern medicine—particularly in acute and emergency care—and its limitations in supporting long-term health through education, daily stewardship, and personal responsibility.
As my education has continued, I have come to value health frameworks that emphasize reducing burden, supporting the body’s innate capacity to repair, and addressing foundational contributors before layering intervention. This platform exists to create space for those conversations—especially for individuals and communities who may not have access to boutique wellness environments or extended resources.
My role within The Alternative Apothecary is not to diagnose, prescribe, or direct individual health decisions, but to curate and share educational resources responsibly. This work is guided by humility, discernment, and a belief that education—when shared carefully and truthfully—is a form of stewardship that strengthens individuals, families, and communities over time.
Angelina Berault de St. Maurice, RN, BSN
IACT and National Board Certified Colon Hydrotherapist (NBCHT)
Continuing education through the Global Healing Institute
WHAT’S TO COME
EVOLVING EDUCATIONAL & WELLNESS OFFERINGS
The Alternative Apothecary is intentionally growing as an educational platform focused on foundational wellness knowledge and community learning. Over time, this space will continue to expand to support individuals seeking thoughtful, accessible education around health and the body.
Future offerings may include written educational resources, recorded discussions, public seminars, community-based gatherings, and speaker-led events centered on topics such as digestive health and reducing internal and environmental burden.
As appropriate training, standards, and regulatory considerations are met, additional in-person wellness services may be introduced, including colon hydrotherapy and health coaching. Any future offerings will be developed carefully and within appropriate professional scope.
Growth at The Alternative Apothecary will remain measured and purposeful, prioritizing clarity, accessibility, and long-term value over urgency or trend-driven expansion.