Hello. I am Dr. Allison Britt Kimmins, MD., MPH., FAAD, a Board -Certified Dermatologist, who has been practicing for almost 30 years. Dermatology has been a rewarding endeavor that has given me the opportunity to meet people from all walks of life in this country and abroad. About 15 years ago, I observed that many of my patients had similar chronic diseases; namely diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease and obesity. I began to see an increase in autoimmune diseases and cancer (other than skin cancer) as well. After speaking with an increasing number of patients with chronic diseases, I realized that many of them did not see their condition as a problem. To my surprise, I discovered that many patients saw their chronic disease as a normal progression of aging that could be controlled or eradicated with medication. Motivated to help people increase their knowledge about the diagnosis, progression and treatment of chronic conditions, I began to explore how nutrition and lifestyle could help people improve their health and quality of life.
Today, I still practice Dermatology as I continue to study the link between disease, nutrition and health. In November of , I completed my certification to become a Food for Life Instructor through The Physician’s Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM). My relationship with PCRM has helped me to reach more people and through evidence-based science and cooking demonstrations of healthy plant-based recipes.
Fist Full of Health (FFH) was created to help educate people about the importance of eating a WFPBD (whole food plant-based diet) and adopting a healthy lifestyle. I hope to reach underserved populations, especially those without easy access to healthy plant-based foods. FFH also seeks to dispel some of the myths about WFPBD being deficient in certain nutrients. People often ask the question, what is a serving size? After hearing myself answer that question many times with my hand balled into a fist saying “it’s about the size of a fist”, I knew that Fist Full of Health had to be my logo.
Services
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Our healthy eating classes educate individuals on the benefits of a whole food, plant-based diet through evidence-based nutrition, practical cooking demonstrations, and strategies for sustainable lifestyle changes.
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Our diabetes initiative empowers individuals with education on preventing and managing diabetes through a whole food, plant-based diet, lifestyle strategies, and evidence-based nutrition guidance.
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Our Kickstart Your Health program introduces participants to the benefits of a whole food, plant-based diet through guided education, practical meal planning, and supportive lifestyle strategies for lasting health improvements.
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Basic health means understanding and implementing key principles of nutrition, physical activity, and lifestyle habits that support overall well-being, prevent disease, and promote a vibrant, balanced life.
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Nutrition essentials are the fundamental nutrients and dietary principles needed to support optimal health, including whole, plant-based foods rich in vitamins, minerals, fiber, and essential macronutrients.
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African- American holistic food history
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Our cancer project focuses on educating individuals about the role of a whole food, plant-based diet in cancer prevention and support, using evidence-based nutrition, lifestyle strategies, and practical guidance for overall well-being.
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Our kids' health program teaches children and families the importance of nutritious eating and healthy lifestyle habits, promoting growth, development, and long-term well-being through a whole food, plant-based approach.
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Our Employee Wellness Program provides businesses with practical nutrition education, lifestyle strategies, and plant-based meal guidance to support a healthier, more energized, and productive workforce.
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Our Your Body in Balance program explores the powerful connection between nutrition and hormonal health, using a whole food, plant-based approach to help balance the body, prevent disease, and promote overall well-being.
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Our Let’s Beat Breast Cancer program empowers individuals with evidence-based nutrition and lifestyle strategies, focusing on a whole food, plant-based diet to support breast cancer prevention and overall health. Our Let’s Beat Breast Cancer program empowers individuals with evidence-based nutrition and lifestyle strategies, focusing on a whole food, plant-based diet to support breast cancer prevention and overall health.
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Our Universal Meals program provides inclusive, nutritious, and delicious whole food, plant-based meal options designed to accommodate diverse dietary needs while promoting health and well-being for all.
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Our Food for a Healthy Heart program educates individuals on the power of a whole food, plant-based diet to support heart health, lower cholesterol, and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease through evidence-based nutrition and lifestyle strategies.
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Our Power Foods for the Brain program explores the impact of nutrition on cognitive health, focusing on whole food, plant-based foods that support memory, focus, and long-term brain function.
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Our Foods for Fitness program teaches individuals how to fuel their bodies with whole food, plant-based nutrition to enhance performance, improve recovery, and support overall fitness and energy levels.
Founder, Dr. Allison Britt
Dr. Allison Britt Kimmins, MD., MPH completed her undergraduate training from Rosemont College where she received a degree in Biology. From there she studied at Yale University, where she earned a master’s in Public Health and Infectious Disease. After gaining a better knowledge of clinical research, she went on to complete her medical
degree at Thomas Jefferson Medical College where also completed her residency training in Dermatology.
Her passion for nutrition developed about 15 years into the practice of dermatology. The journey to find her niche in the Nutrition and Lifestyle Medicine (LSM) has taken many twists and turns. She continues to study nutrition and LSM. She has earned a Whole Food Plant-Based Diet certificate (WFPBD) from the T. Collin Campbell Center at Cornell University and is working towards completing a Post Master’s Certificate from MUIH/Notre Dame University. She been a member of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine since 2017 and
recently graduated from their program to become a Food for Life Instructor (FFL). Presently, Dr. Britt teaches on-line and in person classes about the benefits of eating a WFPBD.
