Integrative Nutrition

Integrative and functional nutrition goes beyond basic dietary guidelines by incorporating digestive health and root causes for imbalance, while looking at environmental impact, genetic predisposition, physiological, and psychological factors for disease. Internal and external factors are taken into consideration to assess an appropriate intervention, and recommendations are individualized for every person’s unique needs.

Our integrative dietitian combines her training in medical nutrition therapy with components of integrative and functional medicine, often blending multiple philosophies into one cohesive plan. Collaboration and communication between the dietitian, patient, and other healthcare providers involved in the patient’s care is critical. We work together as a team to find a whole-foods plan that may include supplementation and herbs, to best meet the unique needs of each patient.

You will receive a thorough nutrition assessment at your initial hour-long visit. Together, we will review your health history, food and supplement intake, digestive health, food allergies or intolerances, and health goals. By the end of your visit, you will have a clear understanding of the steps necessary to achieve your goals. We will then work together to determine a follow-up schedule to routinely assess your progress and make adjustments as needed.

Working with an integrative dietitian to improve your nutritional status and digestive health is an important component when addressing an array of chronic conditions and health goals. It is very helpful, but not required, to keep a food journal for one to three days prior to your first visit.

Please note: Visits with our integrative dietician are a part of the clinical care plan as prescribed by Osher Center clinicians. Access requires a referral from an Osher Center provider and is for clinical treatment only.