meet our team
Karma G
(founder of microbiome black belt, meditation instructor for advanced tier members)
Karma G, a licensed acupuncturist since 2006 and dedicated martial artist since 1988, has pioneered the revolutionary "Microbiome Black Belt" system. This innovative framework transcends a singular focus on simple gut health, illuminating the profound cause-and-effect relationships between the microbiome and all bodily systems. By expertly cross-correlating the ancient wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) with contemporary biomedical science, Karma G reveals how the microbiome's influence extends far beyond digestion having a profound effect on emotional well-being, as well as encompassing the immune system, neurological function, metabolic processes, cardiovascular health, and even the musculoskeletal system.
Karma G's expertise is further distinguished by his extensive experience in both Western and Chinese medical settings. His background includes working alongside Western medical doctors, where he gained a comprehensive understanding of conventional diagnostic methods, treatment protocols, and the biomedical perspective on health and disease. This experience is complemented by years of private practice, in which he has applied Chinese medicine to address a wide range of complex health conditions. This dual experience enables Karma G to effectively integrate Eastern and Western medical approaches, informing his clinical decision-making and his Microbiome Black Belt mentorship program. A meditation mentor since 2010 and the creator of the "New Treasure Meditation" system, Karma G empowers individuals to understand the far-reaching consequences of their microbial ecosystem and to cultivate true mastery over their well-being through a comprehensive and interconnected lens.
Mona O
(microbiome brown belt, meditation instructor for intermediate & beginning tier members)
Mona is a meditation instructor with 10+ years of experience guiding individuals toward greater presence, balance, and inner peace. In 2012, she completed a year of immersive training at Upaya Zen Retreat Center, where she lived and worked, in order to deepen her meditation practice and learn high level microbiome-friendly cooking. Mona has since trained in trauma-sensitive mindfulness meditation and yoga. She spent much of her 20s working with clients suffering from PTSD. Her experience enables her to create a safe and inclusive space for practitioners of all backgrounds. Her holistic approach extends beyond the cushion—she has an ongoing passion for curating and creating microbiome-friendly recipes, and exploring the connections between meditation, gut health, and overall well-being.
Arman K
(microbiome green belt, meditation instructor for beginning tier members)
Arman has been an athlete his whole life, growing up on the soccer field, where he first learned the importance of discipline, nutrition, and physical activity. But it wasn't until he was battling cancer at 19 years old when he truly began to understand what health really means. That journey reshaped his perspective, pushing him to study the connection between mind, body, and what we choose to put into it. Through both scientific research and personal expeirence, he's been able to see how cause-and-effect and meditation can radically shift our lives. His goal is to empower others with tools for healing, clarity, and resilience — because health isn't just the absence of illness, it's the presence of purpose.