About the Author, Loraine Holden
Loraine Holden’s extensive background in biology and medicine combines hands-on work with patients and researching the relationship between disease and biochemistry. For her master’s degree she studied cytochrome enzymes, proteins contained in the tiny furnaces called mitochondria in all animals, plants, insects, and most bacteria as the final link to oxygen.
She conducted research in biochemistry and physiology at the University of Rochester and Hahnemann University Hospital, performed library research and wrote annotated bibliographies and other technical materials for Smith Kline and French Laboratories (now GlaxoSmithKline), and attended medical school at the University of Colorado at Denver for more than three years. She has taught physiology at Grossmont College near San Diego and human anatomy at Mesa College and San Diego State University, both in San Diego.
An ardent advocate for exercise, Loraine believes that physical activity promotes self-confidence and reduces stress. She practices what she preaches: yoga, hiking, biking, swimming, and kayaking have helped her overcome arthritis and other ailments, and given her the strength and energy to work in causes that help others live more fully. Through her book she tries to help others gain a long and vigorous life as well.
Ask Loraine Holden to speak at your next meeting
Loraine will discuss her book and “getting healthy” at club meetings or other gatherings. Browse the topics listed to the right or suggest your own.
Enliven your meeting! On request she will lead simple standing exercises that relieve the stress of sitting too long at a computer.
Call 916-966-3453 or e-mail loraine@dontgetthin-gethealthy.com.