I’m Debbie Romano, the founder of Fountain Hills Healthy Heartbeats. My health Journey Began one hot summer morning (July 3rd in 2012) when my husband, Al, and I were preparing for what we thought would be a peaceful holiday.

The day took a dramatic turn when Al experienced a near-fatal cardiac event. It was a wake-up call that shattered my conventional understanding of nutrition and wellness. The heart-healthy diets suggested seemed insufficient, riddled with what I felt were heart-harming elements. This moment of clarity ignited a spark within me, pushing me to delve deep into nutrition.

Armed with a fervor for change, I embarked on a quest for knowledge. I devoured countless books, research articles, and insights from top nutrition professionals.

I earned my Nutrition and Wellness Certification through the American Fitness Professionals & Associates and furthered my expertise with a Certification in Plant-Based Nutrition from the Campbell Center for Nutritional Studies at eCornell University.

I focus on personalized, behavior-based counseling. My aim is to guide clients towards healthier habits that they can seamlessly integrate into their daily lives.