Naturopathic and Functional Medicine Doctor in Pleasant Hill, CA

About

CEO

Dr. Jenny V. Root, ND

Salus Natural Medicine takes inspiration from Salus, the Roman Goddess of safety, well-being, and personal health. She symbolizes the practice’s mission to support health through a holistic approach. By addressing the root causes of health concerns and treating the whole person, Salus Natural Medicine aims to restore vitality and promote optimal well-being. With a blend of telehealth and in-person services, care is designed to be accessible and tailored to each patient’s unique needs.

Dr. Jenny V. Root, ND, is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor in California and the founder of Salus Natural Medicine. She specializes in Environmental, Endocrine, and Autoimmune medicine, treating conditions such as  CIRS, Mold Toxicity, fatigue, brain fog, weight gain, diabetes, PCOS, perimenopause, menopause, thyroid disorders, MS, MCAS, and POTS. Dr. Root’s integrative approach combines natural therapies with evidence-based medical interventions to address underlying imbalances and promote holistic healing.

With personal experience and professional expertise in chronic and complex health conditions, Dr. Root approaches her patients with empathy and care. She evaluates the whole person, considering factors such as stress, lifestyle, genetic predispositions, infections, and medical history. Her treatment plans emphasize sustainable lifestyle changes, nutritional support, herbal remedies, homeopathics, IV therapy, and targeted medical solutions to support long-term healing.

Dr. Root earned her Naturopathic Doctorate from Bastyr University in Seattle, WA, and holds advanced certifications in Mold Toxicity, Functional Medicine and Nutrition, and Advanced GI training. Dr. Root has a strong background in nutrition and fitness, which allows her to combine medicine with wellness and provide her patients guidance for the many facets of health and wellness maintenance. Her expertise in naturopathic medicine and emotional IQ guides her patients to achieve their health goals effectively.  In 2024, she partnered with Lucas Root to write their first book:  Beyond Sleep: Mastering Rest and Rejuvenation for Optimal Health. And in 2025, she was named Top Doctor in Naturopathic Medicine in the East Bay. 

Dr. Jenny Root is currently on the Board of the California Naturopathic Doctors Association (CNDA). She’s also an active member in the following professional organizations: the National Association of Environmental Medicine (NAEM), the Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM), the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP), the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine (AIHM), and the Pleasant Hill Chamber of Commerce. Salus Natural Medicine has also been recognized by the Better Business Bureau as a trusted business. 

Outside of her practice, Dr. Root enjoys traveling, reading, hiking, running, and exploring the outdoors.