As a scleroderma patient, Maricarmen Bandin empathizes deeply with the fears and frustrations associated with this challenging condition. Since 2017, Ms. Bandin has been dedicated to helping individuals make subtle yet impactful changes to their nutrition, enhancing their overall well-being. She is a certified specialist in plant-based nutrition through Cornell University, which has further empowered her approach to wellness, developing the Wellness with Mari program, an effective method that utilizes food as medicine. This program has not only supported weight loss but has also alleviated symptoms and, in some cases, reversed ailments related to common medical conditions, including providing relief for those diagnosed with scleroderma.