Nutritionists and Dietitians near Howell, MI

I help women lose weight without diets and the restrictions they bring by teaching them how to eat for their body, goals, and lifestyle. You're confused about where to start and knowing what is actually right because you are in diet information overload. You need a step by step plan to follow and guidance that makes nutrition simple, fun, enjoyable, and sustainable long term. You're busy and time is limited, but that doesn't mean you have to sacrifice your health. Little changes can go a long way, and eating healthy doesn't require hours in the kitchen.

It is not normal not to feel well. If you are tired of living with symptoms like fatigue, headaches, allergies, constipation, bloating, diarrhea, anxiety, or other pain, let me help you get control over your body so you can get on with enjoying your life! Do you have a medical condition or risk factor that you are ready to support through nutrition and lifestyle? Do you have a difficult relationship with food? Have you tried every diet only to end up frustrated and not comfortable in your own body? Start over with me by learning intuitive eating to enjoy food again while nourishing and appreciating your body.

Do you struggle with chronic dieting, an eating disorder or disordered eating? Are you feeling stuck with how to nourish yourself or reach your health goals? Do you feel guilt, shame, or anxiety with eating? As registered dietitians, we help you heal your relationship with food, movement, and your body, and our approach looks at the whole person as we work together to explore behaviors, thoughts, and attitudes that support your health and well-being.

Are you sick of trying every diet and never achieving or maintaining your goals? Feel confused and overwhelmed by all the different nutrition information being thrown at you every day? Feel completely ashamed and defeated because you just have no self-control to “get it together”? We will throw out those miserable diets to simplify your nutrition goals and create a life-long solution you love. Whether you’re at home in your kitchen, out to dinner with friends, or on vacation with family, I’ll help you feel confident about your food choices and in control of what you choose to eat.

Dealing with constant digestive issues, brain fog, fatigue, aches and pains, skin issues, and just not feeling like yourself? You have tried many diets, supplements, even the latest trends in an attempt to feel better and it has just left you confused and disappointed. You want to feel well and you are willing to put in the work, but something just seems to be missing.

I am passionate about blending the latest and best science with the power of food, nutrients and lifestyle as medicine to help clients reclaim vibrant health. I have invested hundreds of hours in advanced training in adverse food reactions, weight management, polycystic ovary syndrome, longevity and the aging process and Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative processes. I completed a rigorous, multi-discipline certification in Functional Medicine, Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner (IFMCP) on 5/18/2018. I also love teaching and am an engaging and entertaining speaker to a wide variety of audiences.

I'm a Registered Dietitian and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor in Grand Rapids, MI. I offer personalized nutrition counseling, where I specialize in preventive health, recovery from chronic dieting & disordered eating. Together, we'll work to develop strategies, meal plans, and appropriate behavioral changes using evidence-based nutrition research & proven behavior modifications. I'm aligned with Health At Every Size (HAES) and strive to provide compassionate care in a judgment-free space. My goal for you: achieve body respect, freedom from food rules, and an understanding of how nutrition can help you achieve balanced health.

Are you frustrated with your weight? Have you tried diet after diet, had some success, then regained what you lost and then some? Are you confused about what healthy eating really means? If you answered yes to these questions, good news... you're in the right place! Let's get started with real, practical strategies and solutions to living a healthy life all while reaching your wellness and weight goals! As an Active Nutrition client, you will receive an individualized meal plan focused on macronutrients and portion sizes, personalized fitness coaching, goal setting, and use of my app, so we can keep in touch as much as needed.

As a dietitian, Israa helps counsel individuals to set SMART goals that fit into their lifestyle. Israa strongly believes that dietary habits should not conflict with an individual’s lifestyle but rather help to enhance it. Israa has been working as a registered dietitian for four years. She has a Bachelor of Science in dietetics and a Master’s in Business Administration, focusing on healthcare. She gained substantial experience in inpatient, outpatient, and long-term care. As a result, Israa has a strong clinical background in nutrition-related diseases like diabetes, kidney disease, and oncology to name a few.

Are you tired of trying to figure it out for yourself? Feel like you’re going in circles? I’ve been there, too. It's so important to eat in a way that nourishes the body at all stages of one’s journey to motherhood, but it's not set-and-forget! In fact, your nutritional needs will change during fertility, from trimester to trimester, and into postpartum recovery. But, it takes a village. And that’s where I come in.

Do you want to prevent heart disease or prevent a heart attack? Do you need to lower your cholesterol, blood pressure or your triglycerides? Do you need to lower your A1c? Do you want to feel better and live a longer, healthier life? I would love to help you!

Current diet trends and popularized nutrition advice have left you confused about what is healthy and frustrated with unsustainable eating plans. My clients come to me because they are looking for well-rounded nutrition education and support for their personal health goals. Are you looking for guidance that is both realistic and outcome-oriented? You can feel satisfied with your weight management, properly fuel for physical activity and athletics, feel confident in your ability to prepare balanced meals, and form dietary habits that promote health across your lifespan.

I am an Integrative/holistic Registered dietitian Nutritionist with extensive training in Functional Medicine. If you are suffering from a chronic medical condition, and wish to find out WHY this is happening to YOU, and HOW we can ADDRESS the underlying issues in your unique physiology, and biochemistry, while taking into consideration your genetic profile and interactions with your environment (diet, allergies, pollution, toxins etc.), then functional medicine is the path that may provide you with most answers. Often enough, I implement functional lab profile, in order to obtain further insight into the underlying cause(s).

Many of my clients have been diagnosed with Cancer and other chronic conditions and are not sure how to use food to support their health as they go through treatment. It can be confusing unravelling all of the information out there. My mission is to help support people gain control of their health, leveraging food as medicine and in combination with the conventional therapies. I also work with people who are looking to prevent cancer with nutritional strategies for life long health and longevity.

Are you interested in changing your eating style to enhance your health and well-being? Do you have high blood pressure? Do you need support changing your diet? Are you feeling energized and vibrant? Is your digestive system working the way you want? Making lifestyle changes can increase your energy and feelings of vitality. Are you curious what supplements would benefit your body? Do you have a family member or employees that would benefit from learning about wellness and health promotion? I can provide impactful nutrition coaching, cooking demonstrations, seminars, eating experiences and share my years of experience to help you.

For over 30 years I’ve worked with clients and patients to help them reach their health and wellness goals. Combining years of Lifestyle Medicine expertise, with specialties in Integrative and Functional Medicine, Brain Health Coaching, Metabolic Nutrition and Medicine and Emotional Healing Techniques, we work together to create a Personalized Health and Wellness program specifically for you whether you just need a quick reset, or need a more extensive program for healing. In functional medicine we work on the individual body system imbalances to find the root cause and correct them to support optimal health.

Your diet and nutrition play a critical role from when you start trying to conceive and especially throughout pregnancy and postpartum. So why is there such little opportunity for nutrition counseling during this time? Working with a dietitian can help you nourish your body to support your fertility and manage PCOS, help manage gestational diabetes and pregnancy-related symptoms like nausea/vomiting and heartburn, and support postpartum healing and milk production. You deserve to feel your best and I'd love to help you work towards that.

Have you been struggling with chronic health issues and are tired of going from doctor to doctor trying to find help? Have you ever wondered if it was your food that could be making you sick? My goal is to help you get back to feeling better again! I offer individualized consultations as a Certified LEAP Therapist/Registered Dietitian to manage your chronic conditions related to inflammation such as digestive issues (IBS and IBD, bloating, constipation, diarrhea), migraine, acne, fibromyalgia, arthritis, food allergies and sensitivities, asthma, eczema, celiac, gluten sensitivity, diabetes, PCOS, auto-immune and weight issues.

If food feels difficult, confusing and/or causes you worry, let’s talk about it. I’m here to help make it a bit easier. I use a nonjudgmental, weight-neutral and gender inclusive approach, to help all people realize that food can and does mean so much more than just the nutrients on the plate, and empower them that having a normalized relationship with food is possible. I believe in utilizing an all foods fit mentality to neutralize from the notion of “good” or “bad” foods. I specialize in working with adults, but can provide referrals to other providers who work with children or adolescents, upon request.