What does a Nutrition Therapist do?

I look at the bigger picture - not just what you eat. We'll talk about your symptoms, eating habits, digestion, stress, sleep, movement, health history, and everyday routine to identify areas that may be contributing to how you feel. From there, I help you create realistic nutrition and lifestyle changes based on your needs, rather than handing you a generic plan.

What's the difference between Nutrition Therapy and Metabolic Balance®?

Nutrition Therapy is the more flexible option. We look at your current diet, symptoms, lifestyle, and priorities, then make changes at a pace that works for you. Metabolic Balance is more structured. It uses your bloodwork, health history, and measurements to create an individualized food plan. If you're unsure which approach fits you best, we'll talk through both options during your free strategy session.

Is this just another meal plan?

No. Food is a major part of what we'll work on, but it isn't the entire picture. Depending on what you need, we may also address digestion, blood-sugar balance, sleep, stress, movement, meal timing, and other everyday factors. My goal is for you to understand why we're making each change so you aren't left dependent on a meal plan forever.

Will I have to follow a really restrictive diet?

That depends on the program and what your body needs. Metabolic Balance is more structured and may feel stricter in the beginning, but that initial phase isn't meant to be your life forever - the program gradually becomes more flexible and adaptable to your regular life. The goal is for you to understand exactly what your body needs so you can maintain your results and use what you learn for life, not feel stuck following a short-term diet. Nutrition Therapy allows us to make more gradual and flexible changes from the beginning. Either way, we'll focus on what matters most and find realistic ways to make it work in your life.

Do I need bloodwork or testing?

Bloodwork is required for Metabolic Balance because it's used to create your individualized food plan. Nutrition Therapy does not automatically require new testing — we can often begin with your health history, symptoms, food journal, and any recent lab results you already have. Gut or microbiome testing may be discussed when it would provide useful information, but it isn't something everyone needs.

Do you work with clients virtually?

Yes. I work with clients virtually as well as in person in Littleton, Colorado. Virtual clients receive the same personalized guidance, appointments, and ongoing support. Certain services, such as grocery-store tours and InBody scans, are only available locally.

How do I get started?

The first step is a free 30-minute Root Cause Strategy Session. We'll talk about what you've been experiencing, what you've already tried, and what you want to change. I'll explain the different ways we can work together and help you decide which option makes the most sense — there's no pressure to choose a program during the call.

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