About Me
My name is Zeljka Angelica Mikulek, and I am an expert in functional health and wellness.
As a certified functional nutrition counselor and board-certified functional health coach, I support my clients in managing a multitude of health issues. This can range from poor nutrition, hormone imbalances, and lack of fitness to weight loss or complex chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. I combine ancient healing wisdom, whole fresh foods, essential oils, and herbs with functional medicine assessments that are available through my collaboration with functional medicine and naturopathic doctors. My areas of expertise are gut health, food sensitivities, and autoimmunity. Whilst I specialize in the Mediterranean diet, I also assist my clients in therapeutic diets like Paleo, Keto, SCD, GAPS, Low Salicylate, Low Oxalates, Low Histamines, AIP, Low FODMAPS, Feingold, Failsafe, and Elimination Diets.
I focus on the whole and unique individual.
The body is a vast and interconnected system, and as such, no problem exists in isolation. When working with a client, I consider genetics, diet, exercise, sleep, mood, and stress to help tackle an issue from all sides and, more importantly, attain lasting, sustainable results. In my work, I advocate for complementary therapies and natural remedies before considering more invasive options, such as surgery or medication. This principle has guided me since 2007 and inspired me to found Health Simplyfied, LLC, and to create Angelica’s Method with specific movement techniques that improve posture and restore the body’s fascia system. The method involves working on soft tissues, flexibility, and strengthening the whole body while dealing with the pain in a more holistic way.
Through my own back pain, scoliosis, and health struggles with gut, eczema, autoimmunity, hormone imbalance, and endometriosis, I have spent many years looking for answers and dealing with chronic pain.
My lowest health point occurred when I had four biopsies in five years and a cancer scare twice. Visiting a functional medicine doctor in 2006, 2007, and 2008 gave me hope and probably saved my life in the long run. Everything from there led me to fight and reclaim the majority of my health. Eventually, I ended up studying functional nutrition and functional health coaching in the hopes of inspiring my clients to work on prevention and finding the root cause instead of dealing with the symptoms alone.
In addition, as a pilates and yoga teacher, I specialize in back pain and pelvic floor dysfunctions. My mission is to educate women on pelvic floor dysfunction, shine some light on sensitive health topics, and bring these conversations to women’s health and wellness. I also hold additional certifications in medicinal plants, essential oils, and Ayurveda. In my daily routine, I use BEMER – a pulsed-electromagnetic field medical device – and offer Bemer therapy to my clients in person, as well as distribute the device to my online clients worldwide.
I base my practice on the latest health and wellness research and innovations.
This can range from tracking medical tools and devices to new technologies and products by biotech companies that you do not typically see at your doctor’s office.
As a lifelong learner, I always look forward to attending conferences or taking courses to deepen my knowledge, expand my professional networks, and share experiences with other professionals in the industry.
I am a member of the American Association of Drugless Practitioners and a member of the Pilates Method Alliance. My latest focus in health and longevity is on nutrigenomics, microbiome, stem cells, and redox molecules.
My Education:
- Agriculture Engineer, Major: Crop and Soil Science
- BA in Economics, Major: Business Administration and Management
- School of Hospitality and Tourism Management (4-year long education)
- Certified SHAPE ReClaimed Practitioner – Shape program supervised anti-inflammatory and detoxing nutrition protocol. There are over 500 certified SHAPE ReClaimed Practitioners in USA and Canada
- Certified Essential Oil Coach with The Essential Oil Institute and The Life University
- Certification in Medicinal Plants with Iwilla Remedy
- Certified Functional Nutrition Counselor with the Functional Nutrition Alliance. Full Body Systems: Digestive, urinary, immune, cardio, endocrine, nervous, and reproductive system
- Certified Bioindividual Nutrition Practitioner with the Bioindividual Nutrition Institute – Pediatric Nutrition to support ADHD, OCD, Autism, and Anxiety
- Board-certified health coach with the American Association of Drugless Practitioners
- Certified Functional Health Coach with the Kresser Institute
- Certified Ayurveda Specialist with the Yoga and Ayurveda Center
- Certified Restorative, Chair and Yin Yoga with the Yoga and Ayurveda Center
- Certified Yoga Teacher with the Online Yoga School, RYT 200
- Hata,Vinyasa, and Nidra
- Meditation, Breath, and Mindfulness
- Certified Bemer Distributor (Bemer Group North America), FDA classified as a Class II medical device.
- Certified Pilates Teacher with Club Pilates
- Nutrigenomics
CPT500 for the following equipment:
Reformer, Cadillac, Exo Chair, Barre, TRX, Spine Corrector, Ladder Barrel, Springboard, Mat, Magic Circle, Foot Corrector, Foam Roller, and Trigger Points
About Health Simplyfied
Welcome! Health Simplyfied is here to support you in developing a deeper understanding and awareness of your wellbeing, as well as strengthening the dynamic relationship between mind and body.
I offer natural, non-invasive options to support your health and prioritize drugless pain solutions whenever possible. If you are looking for a second opinion, would like to transition to a holistic approach, or would like to try alternative therapies, this is the best place for you to start. If you would like to save time by managing your wellness appointments (i.e special diets, supplements, functional labs, exercise, etc.) from one spot, this is also the place for you
Health Simplyfied is ideal for those curious about embracing a functional medicine and functional nutrition approach that emphasizes a whole-food diet and focuses on lifestyle factors such as stress management, sleep, and improved relationships. It will empower you to integrate conventional and holistic approaches to your health, as well as provide you with the trusted information you can use to achieve better health, wellness, and longevity.
I aim to provide efficient and simple ways for clients to manage their diet, lifestyle, and chronic conditions.
There are many different doctors’ protocols and wellness programs online, making it challenging to identify credible sources of health information and choose what is the best for your current situation. My approach is patient-centered, prioritizes a strong client-practitioner partnership, and emphasizes client education and self-care. I support clients throughout their whole journey, from identifying the issue, to creating a specific and individualized recommendation plan that utilizes resources and behavioral science tailored to each client’s situation and needs.
Health and wellness research show that clients who have ongoing support, invest appropriate time, and work with a like-minded practitioner are happier, achieve better results, and can reach their long-term goals faster.