Factors Influencing
Health Today
Factors Influencing
Health Today
Factors Influencing
Health Today
Your DNA Is Your Ancestry. Not Your Destiny.
-— Kimberly B. Whittle
Your DNA Is Your Ancestry. Not Your Destiny.
-— Kimberly B. Whittle
Your DNA Is Your Ancestry. Not Your Destiny.
-— Kimberly B. Whittle
Factors Influencing health
Discover how environment, lifestyle, and community influence your genes and well-being —90% of chronic disease risk is driven by modifiable factors — not genetics.
Discover how environment, lifestyle, and community influence your genes and well-being —90% of chronic disease risk is driven by modifiable factors — not genetics.
Discover how environment, lifestyle, and community influence your genes and well-being —90% of chronic disease risk is driven by modifiable factors — not genetics.
Your DNA is Not Your Destiny
Your DNA is Not Your Destiny
Your DNA is Not Your Destiny
Today’s chronic disease crisis is undeniable — but so is our power to change it.
Groundbreaking research shows that 90% of chronic disease risks are linked not to our genes, but to lifestyle, environment, and social factors.
Our DNA provides a blueprint — yet it’s our daily choices, exposures, and beliefs that determine whether those genes are expressed toward health or disease.
Today’s chronic disease crisis is undeniable — but so is our power to change it.
Groundbreaking research shows that 90% of chronic disease risks are linked not to our genes, but to lifestyle, environment, and social factors.
Our DNA provides a blueprint — yet it’s our daily choices, exposures, and beliefs that determine whether those genes are expressed toward health or disease.
KnoWEwell was founded by Kimberly Whittle, a mom to five sons with over 15 years of experience helping her family, friends and community navigate life’s health challenges. Her mission is grounded in the belief that we all have a unique journey and purpose — and that no one should walk their path alone.
Kimberly started KnoWEwell to pay it forward, make the journey easier for others and to pay it back to the practitioners and organizations that helped her and her family heal. The Regenerative Whole Health Hub is a welcoming, non-judgmental space where people, providers and organizations can engage, learn, and connect to achieve WELLthier Living - Happy. Healthy. Abundant. Purpose-Filled.
“We are not victims of our genes — we are architects of our health.”
“We are not victims of our genes — we are architects of our health.”
“We are not victims of our genes — we are architects of our health.”
— Dr. Jeffrey Bland
— Dr. Jeffrey Bland
— Dr. Jeffrey Bland
Factors Influencing Health
Factors Influencing Health
Factors Influencing Health
DNA & Epigenetics
DNA & Epigenetics
DNA & Epigenetics
Since the Human Genome Project, science has revealed that gene expression changes in response to how we live, think, and nourish ourselves.
Since the Human Genome Project, science has revealed that gene expression changes in response to how we live, think, and nourish ourselves.
Since the Human Genome Project, science has revealed that gene expression changes in response to how we live, think, and nourish ourselves.
“If we change our environment and our lifestyle behaviors — we can change the way our genes get fueled and how they respond.”
— Dr. Jeffrey Bland, The Disease Delusion
“If we change our environment and our lifestyle behaviors — we can change the way our genes get fueled and how they respond.”
— Dr. Jeffrey Bland, The Disease Delusion
“If we change our environment and our lifestyle behaviors — we can change the way our genes get fueled and how they respond.”
— Dr. Jeffrey Bland, The Disease Delusion
🌿 Environmental Influences
🌿 Environmental Influences
🌿 Environmental Influences
The environment is medicine — or a toxin — depending on the quality of what surrounds us. From the air we breathe to the soil that grows our food, every input shapes cellular health and longevity.
Key Environmental Factors:
Air quality and pollution
Water purity and access
Soil health and food nutrient density
Toxins in consumer and cleaning products
Pharmaceuticals and injectables
Electromagnetic fields (EMF) exposure
Creating clean environments is foundational to healing ourselves — and our planet.
The environment is medicine — or a toxin — depending on the quality of what surrounds us. From the air we breathe to the soil that grows our food, every input shapes cellular health and longevity.
Key Environmental Factors:
Air quality and pollution
Water purity and access
Soil health and food nutrient density
Toxins in consumer and cleaning products
Pharmaceuticals and injectables
Electromagnetic fields (EMF) exposure
Creating clean environments is foundational to healing ourselves — and our planet.
The environment is medicine — or a toxin — depending on the quality of what surrounds us. From the air we breathe to the soil that grows our food, every input shapes cellular health and longevity.
Key Environmental Factors:
Air quality and pollution
Water purity and access
Soil health and food nutrient density
Toxins in consumer and cleaning products
Pharmaceuticals and injectables
Electromagnetic fields (EMF) exposure
Creating clean environments is foundational to healing ourselves — and our planet.
💚 Lifestyle & Psycho-Social-Spiritual Factors
💚 Lifestyle & Psycho-Social-Spiritual Factors
💚 Lifestyle & Psycho-Social-Spiritual Factors
The mind-body connection is undeniable.
Our thoughts, emotions, relationships, and sense of purpose influence every system of the body.
Lifestyle Influences Include:
Mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being
Stress, trauma, and resilience
Relationships and community
Sleep and relaxation
Nutrition and hydration
Movement and physical activity
Healing begins when we nurture all aspects of ourselves — body, mind, and spirit.
The mind-body connection is undeniable.
Our thoughts, emotions, relationships, and sense of purpose influence every system of the body.
Lifestyle Influences Include:
Mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being
Stress, trauma, and resilience
Relationships and community
Sleep and relaxation
Nutrition and hydration
Movement and physical activity
Healing begins when we nurture all aspects of ourselves — body, mind, and spirit.
The mind-body connection is undeniable.
Our thoughts, emotions, relationships, and sense of purpose influence every system of the body.
Lifestyle Influences Include:
Mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being
Stress, trauma, and resilience
Relationships and community
Sleep and relaxation
Nutrition and hydration
Movement and physical activity
Healing begins when we nurture all aspects of ourselves — body, mind, and spirit.
ONI - REPLACE THIS SECTION WITH THE LIFESTYLE AND ENVIORNMENTAL INFLUENCES DIAGRAM
ONI - REPLACE THIS SECTION WITH THE LIFESTYLE AND ENVIORNMENTAL INFLUENCES DIAGRAM
ONI - REPLACE THIS SECTION WITH THE LIFESTYLE AND ENVIORNMENTAL INFLUENCES DIAGRAM
Healing begins when we nurture all aspects of ourselves — body, mind, and spirit.
Healing begins when we nurture all aspects of ourselves — body, mind, and spirit.
Healing begins when we nurture all aspects of ourselves — body, mind, and spirit.
⚖️ Core Functional Imbalances
⚖️ Core Functional Imbalances
⚖️ Core Functional Imbalances
According to the Institute for Functional Medicine, chronic disease stems from disruptions in interconnected systems that maintain balance and repair. Addressing these systems holistically restores the body’s innate capacity to heal. Functional areas and common imbalances include:
According to the Institute for Functional Medicine, chronic disease stems from disruptions in interconnected systems that maintain balance and repair. Addressing these systems holistically restores the body’s innate capacity to heal. Functional areas and common imbalances include:
According to the Institute for Functional Medicine, chronic disease stems from disruptions in interconnected systems that maintain balance and repair. Addressing these systems holistically restores the body’s innate capacity to heal. Functional areas and common imbalances include:
Assimilation
Digestion, absorption, gut microbiome, respiration
Digestion, absorption, gut microbiome, respiration
Defense & Repair
Immune regulation, inflammation, infection
Immune regulation, inflammation, infection
Energy
Mitochondrial health, energy production
Mitochondrial health, energy production
Detoxification
Biotransformation, toxicity overload
Biotransformation, toxicity overload
Communication
Hormones, neurotransmitters, cognition
Hormones, neurotransmitters, cognition
Psychological
Mental, emotional and spiritual well-being
Mental, emotional and spiritual well-being
🌎 Social & Environmental Determinants of Health
🌎 Social & Environmental Determinants of Health
🌎 Social & Environmental Determinants of Health
Where we live, learn, work, and play profoundly influences our well-being.
Health depends on:
Safe housing and neighborhoods
Education and economic opportunity
Clean air, water, and nutritious food
Social connection and belonging
Fair and accessible healthcare
Communities facing inequality experience higher chronic disease rates. As the U.S. Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion notes, “Socioeconomic deprivation is directly linked to poorer health outcomes.”
At KnoWEwell®, we’re creating a regenerative ecosystem where everyone has access to knowledge, opportunity, and community support for healing and thriving.
Where we live, learn, work, and play profoundly influences our well-being.
Health depends on:
Safe housing and neighborhoods
Education and economic opportunity
Clean air, water, and nutritious food
Social connection and belonging
Fair and accessible healthcare
Communities facing inequality experience higher chronic disease rates. As the U.S. Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion notes, “Socioeconomic deprivation is directly linked to poorer health outcomes.”
At KnoWEwell®, we’re creating a regenerative ecosystem where everyone has access to knowledge, opportunity, and community support for healing and thriving.
Where we live, learn, work, and play profoundly influences our well-being.
Health depends on:
Safe housing and neighborhoods
Education and economic opportunity
Clean air, water, and nutritious food
Social connection and belonging
Fair and accessible healthcare
Communities facing inequality experience higher chronic disease rates. As the U.S. Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion notes, “Socioeconomic deprivation is directly linked to poorer health outcomes.”
At KnoWEwell®, we’re creating a regenerative ecosystem where everyone has access to knowledge, opportunity, and community support for healing and thriving.
“Create social, physical, and economic environments that promote attaining the full potential for health and well-being for all.”
—HHS Healthy People 2030
“Create social, physical, and economic environments that promote attaining the full potential for health and well-being for all.”
—HHS Healthy People 2030
“Create social, physical, and economic environments that promote attaining the full potential for health and well-being for all.”
—HHS Healthy People 2030
🌱 Whole Person Health
🌱 Whole Person Health
🌱 Whole Person Health
Whole Person Health is about seeing the whole human — not just organs or symptoms.
It integrates biological, behavioral, social, and environmental dimensions to prevent disease and restore vitality.
Instead of treating illness, this approach promotes resilience and lifelong well-being.
Why It Matters:
Health and disease exist on a continuum — every choice moves us closer to one or the other.
Through awareness, self-care, and community, we can reverse disease trends and reclaim our natural state of balance.
Whole Person Health is about seeing the whole human — not just organs or symptoms.
It integrates biological, behavioral, social, and environmental dimensions to prevent disease and restore vitality.
Instead of treating illness, this approach promotes resilience and lifelong well-being.
Why It Matters:
Health and disease exist on a continuum — every choice moves us closer to one or the other.
Through awareness, self-care, and community, we can reverse disease trends and reclaim our natural state of balance.
Whole Person Health is about seeing the whole human — not just organs or symptoms.
It integrates biological, behavioral, social, and environmental dimensions to prevent disease and restore vitality.
Instead of treating illness, this approach promotes resilience and lifelong well-being.
Why It Matters:
Health and disease exist on a continuum — every choice moves us closer to one or the other.
Through awareness, self-care, and community, we can reverse disease trends and reclaim our natural state of balance.
Resulting innovation:
The KnoWEwell Regenerative Whole Health® Hub was designed to unite this fragmented ecosystem — combining knowledge, connection, and collaboration in one trusted platform.
Resulting innovation:
The KnoWEwell Regenerative Whole Health® Hub was designed to unite this fragmented ecosystem — combining knowledge, connection, and collaboration in one trusted platform.
Resulting innovation:
The KnoWEwell Regenerative Whole Health® Hub was designed to unite this fragmented ecosystem — combining knowledge, connection, and collaboration in one trusted platform.
💪 Whole Person Health in Action
💪 Whole Person Health in Action
💪 Whole Person Health in Action
Leading models across the nation are already putting this into practice:
VA Whole Health System: Personalized, lifestyle-focused care for veterans.
DOD Total Force Fitness: A holistic approach to resilience for service members and families.
Whole Health Institute: Empowering individuals to define what matters most and create healing plans.
North Carolina DHHS Initiative: Integrating physical, behavioral, and social care for community equity.
Ornish Program for Reversing Heart Disease: Proven to reverse heart disease through lifestyle medicine.
These initiatives demonstrate what’s possible when we move from disease care to whole person health care.
Leading models across the nation are already putting this into practice:
VA Whole Health System: Personalized, lifestyle-focused care for veterans.
DOD Total Force Fitness: A holistic approach to resilience for service members and families.
Whole Health Institute: Empowering individuals to define what matters most and create healing plans.
North Carolina DHHS Initiative: Integrating physical, behavioral, and social care for community equity.
Ornish Program for Reversing Heart Disease: Proven to reverse heart disease through lifestyle medicine.
These initiatives demonstrate what’s possible when we move from disease care to whole person health care.
Leading models across the nation are already putting this into practice:
VA Whole Health System: Personalized, lifestyle-focused care for veterans.
DOD Total Force Fitness: A holistic approach to resilience for service members and families.
Whole Health Institute: Empowering individuals to define what matters most and create healing plans.
North Carolina DHHS Initiative: Integrating physical, behavioral, and social care for community equity.
Ornish Program for Reversing Heart Disease: Proven to reverse heart disease through lifestyle medicine.
These initiatives demonstrate what’s possible when we move from disease care to whole person health care.
🔬 The Evidence
🔬 The Evidence
🔬 The Evidence
Large, long-term studies like the Framingham Heart Study, Nurses’ Health Study, and Adventist Health Studies confirm:
Healthy behaviors and environments prevent and reverse disease.
Diet, lifestyle, and connection influence genetic expression.
Policies and community design profoundly shape public health outcomes.
Large, long-term studies like the Framingham Heart Study, Nurses’ Health Study, and Adventist Health Studies confirm:
Healthy behaviors and environments prevent and reverse disease.
Diet, lifestyle, and connection influence genetic expression.
Policies and community design profoundly shape public health outcomes.
Large, long-term studies like the Framingham Heart Study, Nurses’ Health Study, and Adventist Health Studies confirm:
Healthy behaviors and environments prevent and reverse disease.
Diet, lifestyle, and connection influence genetic expression.
Policies and community design profoundly shape public health outcomes.
🌍 The KnoWEwell Vision
🌍 The KnoWEwell Vision
🌍 The KnoWEwell Vision
At KnoWEwell®, we are reimagining health — weaving together ancient wisdom and modern science into one trusted, Regenerative Whole Health® ecosystem.
When we understand how DNA, environment, lifestyle, and community interact, we have the power to heal not only ourselves but also humanity and the planet.
At KnoWEwell®, we are reimagining health — weaving together ancient wisdom and modern science into one trusted, Regenerative Whole Health® ecosystem.
When we understand how DNA, environment, lifestyle, and community interact, we have the power to heal not only ourselves but also humanity and the planet.
At KnoWEwell®, we are reimagining health — weaving together ancient wisdom and modern science into one trusted, Regenerative Whole Health® ecosystem.
When we understand how DNA, environment, lifestyle, and community interact, we have the power to heal not only ourselves but also humanity and the planet.
Together WE inspire and empower WELLthier Living® -— Happy. Healthy. Abundant. Purposed-Filled.
Together WE inspire and empower WELLthier Living® -— Happy. Healthy. Abundant. Purposed-Filled.
Together WE inspire and empower WELLthier Living® -— Happy. Healthy. Abundant. Purposed-Filled.
Learn. Connect. Thrive.
Learn. Connect. Thrive.
Learn. Connect. Thrive.
Tap into a thriving ecosystem of like-minded professionals, eager customers, and wellness advocates. Engage with your target audience, connect on a deeper level, and thrive as part of the only growing Regenerative Whole Health ecosystem community.
Tap into a thriving ecosystem of like-minded professionals, eager customers, and wellness advocates. Engage with your target audience, connect on a deeper level, and thrive as part of the only growing Regenerative Whole Health ecosystem community.
Tap into a thriving ecosystem of like-minded professionals, eager customers, and wellness advocates. Engage with your target audience, connect on a deeper level, and thrive as part of the only growing Regenerative Whole Health ecosystem community.
"The Key to Your Health is in Your Hands.”
"The Key to Your Health is in Your Hands.”
"The Key to Your Health is in Your Hands.”
— Kimberly Whittle, Founder of KnoWEwell
— Kimberly Whittle, Founder of KnoWEwell
— Kimberly Whittle, Founder of KnoWEwell
Your questions.
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Not sure what to expect? These answers might help you feel more confident as you begin.
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What is the Regenerative Whole Health Hub?
A unique global Hub that connects individuals, providers, and organizations into one thriving ecosystem — making whole health more accessible, affordable, and community-driven.
What is the Regenerative Whole Health Hub?
A unique global Hub that connects individuals, providers, and organizations into one thriving ecosystem — making whole health more accessible, affordable, and community-driven.
How does KnoWEwell help people?
How does KnoWEwell help people?
By providing trusted resources, multimedia education, and valuable discounts on healing programs, services, and courses. Members can also find safe, trusted, vetted practitioners to guide their healing journey.
How are practitioners vetted?
How are practitioners vetted?
KnoWEwell conducts comprehensive reviews of practitioner submission forms, credentials, affiliations and referrals. In addition for Silver and Gold providers, the industry leading organization conducts OCI medicare/medicaid fraud checks, and criminal background checks, respectively.
What can practitioners and providers do on KnoWEwell?
What can practitioners and providers do on KnoWEwell?
Get vetted to start with a directory listing or build a branded storefront, be published, offer services and courses, host private membership communities, events or be invited to KnoWEwell's Council.
How do organizations benefit?
How do organizations benefit?
Organizations can amplify their mission, engage members, and preserve their legacy in a supportive global community.
Why KnoWEwell?
Why KnoWEwell?
Because together we inspire hope, empower change, fuel growth, and regenerate health for people and planet.
Your questions.
Answered.
Not sure what to expect? These answers might help you feel more confident as you begin.
What is the Regenerative Whole Health Hub?
A unique global Hub that connects individuals, providers, and organizations into one thriving ecosystem — making whole health more accessible, affordable, and community-driven.
What is the Regenerative Whole Health Hub?
A unique global Hub that connects individuals, providers, and organizations into one thriving ecosystem — making whole health more accessible, affordable, and community-driven.
How does KnoWEwell help people?
How does KnoWEwell help people?
By providing trusted resources, multimedia education, and valuable discounts on healing programs, services, and courses. Members can also find safe, trusted, vetted practitioners to guide their healing journey.
How are practitioners vetted?
How are practitioners vetted?
KnoWEwell conducts comprehensive reviews of practitioner submission forms, credentials, affiliations and referrals. In addition for Silver and Gold providers, the industry leading organization conducts OCI medicare/medicaid fraud checks, and criminal background checks, respectively.
What can practitioners and providers do on KnoWEwell?
What can practitioners and providers do on KnoWEwell?
Get vetted to start with a directory listing or build a branded storefront, be published, offer services and courses, host private membership communities, events or be invited to KnoWEwell's Council.
How do organizations benefit?
How do organizations benefit?
Organizations can amplify their mission, engage members, and preserve their legacy in a supportive global community.
Why KnoWEwell?
Why KnoWEwell?
Because together we inspire hope, empower change, fuel growth, and regenerate health for people and planet.
Didn’t find your answer? Send us a message — we’ll respond with care and clarity.
Your questions.
Answered.
Not sure what to expect? These answers might help you feel more confident as you begin.
Didn’t find your answer? Send us a message — we’ll respond with care and clarity.
What is the Regenerative Whole Health Hub?
A unique global Hub that connects individuals, providers, and organizations into one thriving ecosystem — making whole health more accessible, affordable, and community-driven.
What is the Regenerative Whole Health Hub?
A unique global Hub that connects individuals, providers, and organizations into one thriving ecosystem — making whole health more accessible, affordable, and community-driven.
How does KnoWEwell help people?
How does KnoWEwell help people?
By providing trusted resources, multimedia education, and valuable discounts on healing programs, services, and courses. Members can also find safe, trusted, vetted practitioners to guide their healing journey.
How are practitioners vetted?
How are practitioners vetted?
KnoWEwell conducts comprehensive reviews of practitioner submission forms, credentials, affiliations and referrals. In addition for Silver and Gold providers, the industry leading organization conducts OCI medicare/medicaid fraud checks, and criminal background checks, respectively.
What can practitioners and providers do on KnoWEwell?
What can practitioners and providers do on KnoWEwell?
Get vetted to start with a directory listing or build a branded storefront, be published, offer services and courses, host private membership communities, events or be invited to KnoWEwell's Council.
How do organizations benefit?
How do organizations benefit?
Organizations can amplify their mission, engage members, and preserve their legacy in a supportive global community.
Why KnoWEwell?
Why KnoWEwell?
Because together we inspire hope, empower change, fuel growth, and regenerate health for people and planet.
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Copyright © 2017 - 2026 KnoWEwell, P.B.C. All rights reserved
Be in the Know
Be in the know! Be the first to know what’s new with insights, events and specials from KnoWEwell and our Regenerative Whole Health ecosystem and Natural Awakenings magazine.
We’re on a mission to transform healthcare by inspiring and empowering WELLThier Living. - Happy. Healthy. Abundant. Purpose-Filled.
If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or dial 9-1-1 immediately. The content of this site is for informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical, health, wellness or healing advice, diagnosis, or treatment. KnoWEwell does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health providers with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this site. KnoWEwell assumes no liability for the use or misuse of the content on this site. KnoWEwell does not recommend or endorse any specific tests, therapies, practices, providers, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on this site. Reliance on any information furnished by KnoWEwell, KnoWEwell’s employees, others appearing on this site is solely at your own risk.
Copyright © 2017 - 2026 KnoWEwell, P.B.C. All rights reserved
Be in the Know
Be in the know! Be the first to know what’s new with insights, events and specials from KnoWEwell and our Regenerative Whole Health ecosystem and Natural Awakenings magazine.
We’re on a mission to transform healthcare by inspiring and empowering WELLThier Living. - Happy. Healthy. Abundant. Purpose-Filled.
If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or dial 9-1-1 immediately. The content of this site is for informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical, health, wellness or healing advice, diagnosis, or treatment. KnoWEwell does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health providers with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this site. KnoWEwell assumes no liability for the use or misuse of the content on this site. KnoWEwell does not recommend or endorse any specific tests, therapies, practices, providers, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on this site. Reliance on any information furnished by KnoWEwell, KnoWEwell’s employees, others appearing on this site is solely at your own risk.
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