Our Story
It all began in 1997 on the island of Barbados, when Chantel opened the doors to Lightbody Wholistic Clinic, introducing a traditional alternative medicine tool, called Iridology. This give you a snapshot of your overall health, through a picture of the iris of your eyes. Just a few years later in 2000, seeing the growing need for access to natural health products, from her diagnoses, the sisters took a bold step and launched Organic Earth Health Store. Within two years, the Clinic and Health Food Store quickly flourished together, serving the heart of the community.
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Now, nearly 30 years later, Chantel has poured her heart into caring for over 20,000 people from Barbados, across the Caribbean and around the globe, including cruise ship visitors, returning nationals, and wellness seekers from the U.S., Canada, Europe, and beyond. She’s now joining forces with her sister Michelle to reignite this mission with fresh purpose, a deeper love, and a vision to reach even more lives.
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Together, they are offering a rich blend of soul-nourishing retreats, online educational courses, vibrant workshops, and giving back to the community the Food Security Fund Initiative in Canada. This isn’t just about food or programs, it’s about making healthier food choices, with Live Foods through education and empowerment.
The Selman Sisters, will bring their unique, tropical, holistic wellness experience to Barbados, Canada, and beyond. This is more than a business, it’s a family legacy in motion, through their purpose, guided by love and the deep desire to see a healthier global community thrive.
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Meet Chantel
Founder | Raw Food Chef | Botanical Coach
Chantel's expertise spans a multitude of disciplines, making her a true luminary in the field of wholistic wellness. As a Certified Raw food Chef and Botanical Health Coach, she guides individuals on their journey to better health, using plants and natural remedies to restore balance and vitality. Her skills as an Iridologist allow her to assess a person's health through their eyes, providing valuable insights into their overall well-being.
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Chantel training from Dominion Herbal College has provided her with a solid foundation in herbal medicine, while her mentorship under Master Chef Baba Aris Latham has deepened her understanding of Caribbean plant-based cuisine. This combination has her well-versed in the properties of various herbs and plants, understanding how they can be used to address a wide range of health issues, while create delicious tropical meals.
The Selman's Barbadian heritage is the cornerstone of her culinary philosophy, influencing every aspect of her creation. Drawing from generations of tradition, Chantel skillfully infuse classic tropical Caribbean flavors with modern nutritional insights, creating dishes using locally sourced, fresh ingredients, she not only honor her heritage but also support sustainable farming practices and reduce carbon footprint.
Chantel's impact transcends the kitchen, reaching audiences through her online courses, live workshops and presentations, a longstanding radio show, and a new podcast. Through these platforms, she actively educates the public on the significance of holistic health practices and the utilization of tropical Caribbean plant resources. Chantel's culinary creations not only reflect her botanical expertise but also promote a holistic and sustainable lifestyle. Her tropical, plant-based cuisines serve as a testament to her commitment to showcasing the benefits of a holistic approach to wellness.
Meet Michelle
Co-Founder | Retreat Host | Health Advocate
Michelle Selman began her professional career in the travel industry with American Airlines in Barbados, where she built a successful 15-year career. Driven by a desire to explore new opportunities and expand her horizons, she relocated to Toronto, Canada.
There, she transitioned into the Event Planning industry, working with the Secretariat for the Governor General’s Canadian Leadership Conference. During this chapter of her life, Michelle faced a traumatic childbirth complication during her first pregnancy, called Amniotic Fluid Embolism - a life-altering experience that sparked a powerful shift in her purpose.
Since then, she has dedicated herself to become a passionate health advocate and retreat planner, and has joined forces with her sister to help others embrace healing, wellness, and purposeful living.