MY STORY
I aim to empower others through health and knowledge
Making knowledge more accessible and easy for you is important to me. That’s why I created this website.
I have an extensive background in integrative nutrition from Huntington University of Health Sciences and plant-based nutrition from Cornell University. I believe evidence-based knowledge can help us make informed decisions about our health.

Sharing knowledge of nutrition is my passion
My name is Erik Anthony Leacock and I was born & raised in the Cayman Islands. When I was a teenage I moved to the United States and attended an academic boarding school in Minnesota. After high school, I joined the U.S. Air Force to become a Crew Chief on the A-10 Warthog and C-130 Hercules. During my six years in the Air Force, I was promoted to Staff Sergeant (E-5) and performed numerous temporary duty assignments worldwide, including two tours in Afghanistan. My experience of war during my time in the military created a significant shift in perspective on life and a change of my priorities in my life that led me to backpacking through Central and South America for three years. During that time, I began to follow my passion for teaching and healing others, which led to finding my purpose and resulted in my now new profession as a nutritionist.
On a mission to help others
I believe in empowering and helping individuals regain their health through nutritional eating and healthy lifestyle choices. I have given more than 50 presentations and workshops in eight countries covering a wide range of topics. I have worked and volunteered with several NGOs and local schools discussing a variety of topics, such as Caymanian Herbal Remedies, Moringa – The Miracle Tree, DIY Natural Body Products, and Healthy Eating for Kids. As a recent nutrition graduate, I have chosen to turn one of my longtime dreams into reality by creating Conscious Earth as a way people can connect, learn, and heal through information, resources, and public speaking events. I am passionate and excited to share my knowledge with others and help individuals heal themselves.

Bachelor of Science – Nutrition
Huntington University or Nutrition Sciences

Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate
T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies

Intensive Training Certificate
Yin Yoga

Aviation Maintenance Technology
Community College of
the Air Force
Most Recent
Speaking Events
Early Passion Project
Moringa Mission
Est. 2013
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My Central America
Tavel Blog: Follow my Journey
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