Functional Medicine Nutritionist Nutritionists and Dietitians in California

Do you struggle with feeling fat, bloated, achy and tired? I will help you get to the root cause of your annoying symptoms so you can FINALLY lose weight, have more energy and less pain & digestive issues. I provide a customized, cutting edge approach for each client, by combining principles of Holistic Nutrition and Functional Medicine. You will experience truly customized nutrition for YOUR unique body so you can finally STOP feeling fat, bloated, achy and tired. You CAN achieve effortless fat loss, increased energy/moods, better sleep, less pain and resolved digestive issues!

I'm Denise Canellos, a Board Certified Nutritionist, author of Calm Your Inflammation, and university professor, specializing in effective nutrition therapy for cancer and chronic disease treatment. My husband George was diagnosed with colon cancer at 38. It was devastating for our family when George died from his cancer. I felt a pull to help others navigate the confusing world of healthcare and nutrition. After earning my MS in Human Nutrition, I passed my American College of Nutrition Board exam and started using science to help people like you get back their health and their hope.

I use a functional and integrative model to get to create evidence based and completely personalized nutrition programs. The functional approach allows us to get to the root cause of disease and address the source(s), not just put a bandaid over the symptoms. If you need help with fertility, balancing hormones, blood sugar, fighting fatigue or brain fog, or healing your gut, I can help get you there. Together we will work to make realistic and sustainable changes that optimize your health and cater to your unique biology.

I am a Registered Dietitian with experience treating hormone imbalances, inflammation and gut/digestive issues that manifest in conditions such as PCOS, pre diabetes, insulin resistance, weight gain, bloating and IBS. Clients often come to me seeking not only the treatment for their symptoms, but to identify the root causes as to why they have those symptoms in the first place. I help my patients regain a sense of confidence in their body and eating patterns. I work with patients with goals to lose weight, improve their fertility/hormone balance, restore digestive health & regain a sense of energy as well as brain function & memory.

I help clients achieve their nutrition related health goals by coupling evidenced based practices with function nutrition therapies. I find the root cause of my clients health concerns then develop a personalized nutrition plan that is easy to follow so goals can be achieved.

What we eat, drink and even the air we breathe can have profound effects on our well being. By making food our medicine, Functional Clinical Nutrition transforms the daily rituals of eating into health sustaining practices. In recognizing that medicine can be food, these practices bring the mystery of attaining and maintaining within our reach. (Due to so many solicitations I must state I am not now, nor will I ever be, interested in being a part of a multi-level marketing company. Please DO NOT contact me about Mila, Isagenix, JuicePlus, or any other "opportunity". Thank you.)

When was the last time you talked with someone about your nutrition and received the personal attention you deserve? Everybody is different. Let's work together to identify what YOU need to thrive. Imagine if you could finally be relieved of your digestive symptoms, say goodbye to energy crashes & brain fog, learn how to manage stress & eat mindfully, let go of dieting & restriction, and find a healthy balance in your life. Let's work together to achieve your goals!

I specialize in a whole system approach for the mind and body wellness to meet individual goals, including; overcoming negative body image, conquer disordered eating, eliminating binge eating, overcoming food choice obsessions, stemming late-night cravings, approaching picky eaters, enhancing performance for athletes, managing autoimmune disorders, preventing and managing diabetes and pre-diabetes, weight loss or weight gain, treat and prevent constipation and other GI complaints. Learn how to find a balance between enthusiasm and success. Learn the tools to turn from emotional to intentional eating.

Functional medicine nutrition is a nutritional approach that emphasizes the unique biochemistry of each individual and the interplay between genetics, environment, and lifestyle factors in determining health outcomes. I focus on identifying and addressing the root causes of health imbalances, while using food and nutrients to support optimal health and prevent chronic diseases.

Welcome to Nutrition For Autism Recovery! I am so glad you found me! My passion as a dietitian is to lead parents with a child on the autism spectrum on the road to heal or "recover" their child through a functional nutrition approach. Many parents see recovery as a goal. I share this goal; however, this is not always seen, no matter the efforts put forth. Parents generally realize this. What we do see, however, is that the approach I take will produce significant improvements in all areas of your child’s autistic behaviors and symptoms! Please, give me a call or email. I’m here for you!

Welcome to The Connective! We are a community of Holistic Health Practitioners who share the common goal of helping others live happier, healthier, and more meaningful lives! Our staff includes Holistic and Functional Nutritionists, Herbalists, Health Coaches, Life Coaches, and Licensed Psychotherapists.

Our office provides extensive evaluation of questionnaires, diet analysis, urine and blood analysis from state of the art labs, in-office and home testing, Kinesiology and Sclerology. This evaluation generates a detailed protocol which is discussed in a lengthy consultation with you. We also offer several modalities which may help with issues you would like to address. These include Biofeedback, Rife, Galvanic Spa and infra red laser technologies, as well as aromatherapy, infra red sauna, cellular detox foot bath, and alkalizing therapies.

Are you chronically exhausted? Feeling anxious or on-edge? Struggling with heavy or painful periods? Dealing with digestive issues? Just not feeling like yourself? Life can be pretty stressful and when you aren't feeling your best, the last thing you want to do is worry about how or what to eat. Food truly is medicine and is meant to nourish our bodies and not something that we have to "earn" or overcomplicate. Life is meant to be lived to the fullest, so why let your symptoms hold you back any longer?

After encountering several health issues that lead to weight gain, constant bloating, depression, and infertility, I worked with multiple healthcare professionals to help myself get back on track. After years of ups and downs, I finally decided to take my health in my own hands and entered into a MS program to learn more about nutrition and functional medicine. It allowed me not only solve my health issues that no one could, but also to get pregnant after multiple years of unsuccessful attempts. Your daily nutrition is either a poison or a medicine, and I am excited to help you find an optimal balance between health and food!

I work with clients who have been struggling with chronic digestive problems and the conventional health care model has been unable to help them. Many of the clients I work with have removed the majority (if not all) of their favorite foods from their diet due to these chronic digestive problems. I guide clients on how to expand their diet and improve tolerance to foods again to get their quality of life back! In addition to digestive problems, I work with clients who lack awareness on how to meet their nutritional needs on a plant-based diet and also offer personalized grocery shopping tours.

90% of health conditions and diseases can be prevented by proper nutrition and lifestyle modifications. Not only does management and prevention of chronic health conditions improve the quality and satisfaction of living, it also adds years and saves money later in life. The sooner you take the steps to a healthier life, the sooner you’ll feel better, happier, more energized, and more confident about your appearance. I’m here to help you set the foundation of a more fulfilling life you can enjoy with family and friends in years to come!

Are you confused about what to eat? Especially during this pandemic? Improve your immune system with easy to follow nutrition guidance. Take Out menus can be tempting and comfort food will always call out our names during trying times. It's time to "Move to Wellness!" . Are you diabetic or trying to prevent diabetes or other chronic diseases? Do you suffer from an eating disorder? Let's form a "team" to help improve your labs, lose or gain weight, and make lasting changes without feeling deprived. I currently work in doctors' offices and hospitals, keeping up-to-date on the latest research. I also accept Insurance and Medicare.

Are you a BUSY individual who wants to prioritize healthy aging and your gut health? Or looking to improve chronic health conditions such as gastritis, IBD, SIBO, fatty liver, or diabetes? You've come to the right place! I'm an experienced bilingual (spanish) registered dietitian that specializes in gut health. With me, we will build your uniwue healthblueprint based on functional testing. Contact me today for a FREE 20-minute discovery call!

Have you recently been diagnosed with pre-diabetes, diabetes, high blood pressure or high cholesterol? Or, are you chronically plagued with the pain or discomfort of IBS, Migraines or Fibromyalgia? Has eating, the one thing you always felt you could control, now begun to feel it is controlling you? Missy has helped hundreds of people overcome and reverse health conditions, establish healthy food relationships, get off the dieting roller coaster, and learn how to have an ENJOYABLE lifestyle full of energy.