I strongly believe in a holistic approach that emphasizes a nutrient-dense, whole food diet aimed at reversing the damage caused by our current national eating disorder and stress-filled lives.
Nutrition Professional (CNC CCN CNS NC NTP etc.), Certified Health Coaches and other Nutrition Educators (CHC CNE etc.)
In Practice Since:2009
Personal Private Practice, Online available, Larger clinic setting
Born in Italy and raised on a traditional diet, I was exposed from a young age to biodynamic farming and culinary arts. After moving to the United States in 2006, I was distressed to find my health deteriorating rapidly upon abandoning my dietary roots for the Standard American Diet. Conventional medicine did nothing to alleviate my health concerns. I was introduced to the work of Dr Weston A. Price, DDS and began to study nutrition independently. My studies led me to the Nutritional Therapy Training Program. I graduated from the Nutritional Therapy Association in 2009 and opened a private practice in San Diego. In 2011 I studied under Dr Natasha Campbell-McBride and became a Certified GAPS Practitioner (CGP). In 2013 I became Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition®. I strongly believe in a holistic approach that emphasizes a nutrient-dense, whole food diet aimed at reversing the damage caused by our current national eating disorder and stress-filled lives.
Nutrition is both an ancient and an evolving science. I learn new things every day and I love this aspect of my work. I support my clients in taking charge of their life, and never taking for granted the impact, positive or negative, that food can have on their health. My goal is to teach and lead by example. I believe that nutrition is the foundation of our health, and too often a healthful diet is view as a boring one. I love helping my clients discover a world of pleasurable eating, fun cooking and experimenting. I provide them with knowledge, useful resources, yummy recipes, and the support needed for them to be successful.
Our aim is to connect individuals with nutrition practitioners, as well as other health professionals, researchers, coaches, chefs, and providers that practice BioIndividual Nutrition.
We hold that people are unique in their bio-individual nutrition needs; based on specific biochemistry and health history - and that customizing therapeutic diet and nutrition approach is vital. There is great need for people with advanced understanding of the most effective diet and nutritional strategies in healthcare today. This is why we provide this directory.
All individuals listed have become Members of our Institute by enrolling in one or more of our training courses, taught and created by Julie Matthews (with contributions from guest speakers and presenters).Members complete our online self-study course, required readings, optional live meetings, and pass a challenging final examination to become listed in this directory.
Members that also hold a professional credential, such as MD, ND, Dietitian, Nutrition Consultant, or Health Coach become Certified BioIndividual Nutrition Practitioner upon completing their training and examination.
Healthcare practitioners and other professionals from varied disciplines and levels of education and experience receive training through the BioIndividual Nutrition Institute. Though we share a common perspective regarding diet and nutrition, it is imperative for individuals/patients to thoroughly research and conduct their own due diligence regarding the health professionals and other individuals listed in this directory - before choosing a practitioner or resource. This directory is not an endorsement or recommendation of any specific healthcare practitioner, nor any specific practitioner's treatment protocol or recommendations.
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