About Us

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Dr. Douglas Payne has provided a free public health education clinic in Cochise County, Arizona for the past 16 years. He has over 38 years experience utilizing the science of Biochemistry to correctly formulate the best scientific, nutritional eating habits.  He has educated  thousands of patients and doctors over the years. 

Through seminars and consultations Dr. Payne is now assisting  physicians, diabetologists, hospitalists, diabetes educators, physical trainers and scientists. The purpose is to provide education in the field of disease prevention using correct human nutrition. 

Roma Payne brings her creativity to your table! Inspired by the amazing health progress of many patients, she wanted to incorporate  all the scientific principles they were learning into well formulated, tasty recipes that could be utilized to support their health journey.

First step?  Learn the scientific basis of proper food choices. 

Secondly, develop recipes that are nutritionally sound. 

These recipes are the result of years of research, trial and experience. She hopes you will enjoy and benefit from her recipes, tweak them to your liking and create your own recipes for a healthy, happy, TASTY  future for yourself and your family.

PRESERVATION

CONSERVATION

EDUCATION

CATTLE

RAPTORS

Cochise Stronghold Ranch, rich in history, nature and                        a true sense of calm. 

   Favorite home of Apache Chief Cochise is located in the Dragoon Mountains in southeastern Arizona.  Abundant wildlife, including Coues and Mule Deer, Mountain Lion, Bobcat, Javelina, Foxes, Black Bear, Ringtail Cat among many others.  A birders paradise with over 100 species of birds seen regularly on the ranch.

   The ranch history spans 1000's of years, from  the ancient Hunter-Gatherer Culture, then the Mogollon (mug-ee-yon) People and on to the Chiricahua Apaches. Historically famous for the Apache Wars, Cowboy Life and Cattle Ranching. 

   We very much enjoy sharing the unique archaeology, birds and animal life that exists here and how the natural habitat of the ranch is being preserved and conserved. 

   Cochise Stronghold Ranch is the perfect habitat for all Raptors (Birds Of Prey)! We have partnered with The Arizona Raptor Center to rehabilitate injured Raptors and rescue abandoned juveniles. This process includes providing protective housing and feeding, medical and surgical care if needed and training juveniles to fly and hunt to eventually be released into the wild. Educational workshops for the public and ongoing research will also be conducted. All species of Raptors needing assistance will be included in this project, Eagles, Hawks, Falcons and Owls. 

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