Nutrition is an ever changing field making it both exciting as more research brings us valuable information and also challenging if you are receiving mixed messages about food. On top of this, understanding what to do is only half the battle if you are making big lifestyle changes. That’s where a nutritionist is invaluable. Dietitians and nutritionists read and interpret the research and then individualize it for you.
The Power of Three
As a group of three providers, Integrating Nutrition now has a broad range of specialties owing to years of training and experience. And that’s why we are here, together. We are Registered Dietitians, State Certified Nutritionist, Board Certified Specialists in Oncology Nutrition, Licensed Acupuncturist and Eastern Medicine provider, and a Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) Lifestyle Coach. We have a Certificate in Training for Obesity Management, as well as certifications/trainings in advanced ketogenic diets and mindful eating. We want to unravel the complicated and find the path forward in the journey for better health. We understand the fundamentals of how nutrients work in the body, how to strengthen digestion and how to build our immune health. But we also specialize in our own unique areas like cancer, PCOS, sports, and prediabetes. And at the heart of this is wellness. Whether your goal is to improve energy, feel more comfortable with food choices, or prevent a chronic disease, the goal is attaining optimal health.
Nutrition for Cancer
Good nutrition is foundational to getting through cancer treatment and thriving after treatement. Malnutrition is a common side effect of various treatments and can cause delays, lead to poor health outcomes and increase risk of mortality. After treatment, good nutrition can reduce risk of a cancer recurrence or other chronic disease, digestive issues, fatigue and addressing nutrient deficiencies. At every stage, nutrition is a powerful way to make an impact on your health.
Nutrition for PCOS
Polycystic ovarian syndrome or PCOS is a hormonal imbalance that impacts fertility, mood, and metabolic health. It is estimated that as many as 5 million women in the US may be impacted by PCOS. While the root cause is not known, one driving factor in the hormone imbalance is insulin resistance and is just one example of a way nutrition and lifestyle intervention can make a positive impact.
Why do we do this?
Easy, we love helping people take an active role managing their health. Our goal at Integrating Nutrition is threefold. One, know the research and deliver it in a clear, easy to understand format. Two, provide resources in the form of recipes, meal plans, tips for managing symptoms or side effects, or just reference guides. Finally, nutrition counseling and education, where we provide individualized plans based on your history and needs. We bring in our experience to meet you where you are at, when you are ready and bring joy back to eating.
Our goal in these articles is to build on your understanding of nutrition basics, new research and address trends in nutrition. Our first series will be on digestive health and we will explore our understanding of the microbiome.
Nutrition is a part of all of our lives, serving as our energy source and engaging our senses with nature through meals alone or with friends. Come along on our journey and learn with us.
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