Integrative Nutrition Coaching
Integrative nutrition is where nutrition, medicine, lifestyle, and wellness meet. It prioritizes eating nutrient dense whole foods and improving your relationship with food. While "on the plate" nutrition will be the primary focus of consultations, our PA will also encourage you to deeply examine how you show up for yourself every day. This integrative approach is vital because if you are undernourished "off the plate" then you likely won't reap the full benefits of a clean diet. Topics discussed may include phytonutrients, macronutrient distribution, gut/brain connection, gut microbiome, mindful eating, proper digestion, body shame, yo-yo dieting, body awareness, physical, emotional, and mental health, sleep, movement, spirituality, creativity, joy, relationships, home environment, and much, much more. We will help you create an individualized healthy, balanced lifestyle that will decrease your systemic inflammation, help you feel more comfortable around food, and help you break free from the restrict-binge-guilt-restrict cycle.
What We Will Cover:
• We will discuss your health history, eating habits, and diet history so we can appropriately meet you where you are
• We will discuss any concerning health symptoms you may have and discover whether an imbalanced gut or food sensitivities are a possible cause of your symptoms - We will create an open communication channel that is empowering and non-judgemental as you embark on this discovery journey
• We will work together to select an evidence based food plan based on your bio-individual needs
• We will discuss macronutrient distribution and serving sizes based on your bio-individual needs
• We will discuss phytonutrients and how to incorporate more into your diet (regardless of food plan)
• You will have access to online patient education tools that discuss your specific food plan
• We will explore limiting thoughts and beliefs around food and eating
• You will learn to listen to and honor your hunger and fullness cues
• You will build body awareness
• We will discuss the gut-brain connection and proper digestion
• We will challenge negative self-talk and prioritize self-compassion
• We will utilize the Circle of Life tool to ensure you are well nourished both on and off the plate
• We may discuss food sensitivity testing
• Much, much more!