San Diego, California — The wellness world is in mourning following the passing of Christa Orecchio, a respected holistic nutritionist, educator, and founder of The Whole Journey, whose philosophy on “food as medicine” transformed lives across the globe. Orecchio’s death was announced by close friends in heartfelt social media tributes that spoke not only of her professional impact but also of her profound humanity. For more than 18 years, she guided tens of thousands toward better health and self-awareness through her programs, teachings, and deeply personal approach to healing. “To have known Christa was an extraordinary gift,” one post read.…