Therapeutic Nutrition & Health Coaching

Let food be your medicine and medicine be your food". Hippocrates 460

Food As Medicine

My approach to nutrition is science based and designed to address both chronic disease states as well as acute issues.Included is a careful assessment of your current nutritional status and your health history. My approach to nutritional care is tailored to meet your specific needs. Whether you come in for a one time consultation or for several sessions, I am here to help!

The Food as Medicine approach is appropriate for the following conditions:

Heart disease,including high cholesterol and hypertension
Diabetes and metabolic syndrome
Osteoporosis
Cancer prevention and care, including nutrition during chemo
Digestive issues and food allergies
Neurological challenges such as Parkinson's, depression, and anxiety.

"After diagnoses, of central concern to a cancer patient is: What can I do to arrest tumor growth? Between doctor appointments there are plenty of ways to participate in improving the chances of survival: Positive Mental Attitude, Exercise, and most important, Nutrition. Books and workshops abound, but I recommend personal assistance from a professional. A good place to start is with Saskia Kleinert, whose clear and concise workshop was of great help to me in reinforcing the basics of nutrition in maintaining my quality of life. I take into each new day her advice and guidance." Jerry C. Prostate Cancer Survivor

All programs include nutritional education such as understanding food labels, calorie needs, and what to look for in choosing a food product. You will learn which foods and food ingredients lead to food cravings and weight gain by stimulating certain brain chemicals and which foods lead to inflammation in the body. You will be introduced to foods that contribute to long-term optimal health and keep degenerative diseases at bay. All sessions are designed with the individual's needs, food preferences and lifestyle in mind. The sessions include lots of great handouts, food-tasting, shopping lists, etc. The program is very hands-on, empowering and most of all FUN! Through counseling and teaching, even of cooking skills, we work with you to help you reach your maximum health potential in all areas - body, mind, and spirit.