Hi! My name is Donna and I am a Functional Nutrition Coach and Lifestyle Practioner
My practice is based on epigenetics, precision medicine based on science and omics
My path to become a Functional Nutrition Coach began when my beautiful daughter became very ill and was not able to walk. She went from a vibrant, healthy, very active girl to suffering from constant pain, swelling in her ankles and toes, fingers and neck. She very quickly progressed from bad to worse. Her physician and our trusted family doctor who delivered my sweet girl could not help her and referred her to a Rheumatologist. We were told that she had Psoriatic Arthritis and she was treated with Prednisone to reduce inflammation. This news was scary enough but we quickly learned that the prescribed course of treatment would be a low dose Methotrexate designed to depress her immune system. I began to read and study about anything that I could find about how to use nutrition as medicine to help with her symptoms. I eventually found my way to Functional Nutrition and began my studies.
WHAT IS FUNCTIONAL NUTRITION? A Functional Nutritionist is specially trained to assess your health history and map areas that need support. The job of a Functional Nutrition Practitioner is to educate clients about their unique health situations focusing on seeking the root causes of why you became ill and identifying ways that healthy eating and lifestyle choices can support success in reaching health goals. This is by no means a "bandaid" approach, a diet protocol or supplementation that aims to mask symptoms without addressing the terrain in which the disease took hold.
My mission is to empower you to become the expert you're looking for. I'm here to give you everything you need to take a more effective, active roll in your own care. Slowly we peel back layers of burden and nourish the body with healthy food, mindset, inspiration and motivation. Simple shifts and doable steps help clients navigate from overwhelm and imbalance to support and success. I can work collaboratively with your doctor and other health care practitioners in addition to providing targeted care.
Specialities
- While I specialize in autoimmune, blood sugar imbalance and metabolic disorder and cardiac health, I am also honored to support people who want to eat healthier, learn how to avoid common health concerns like weight gain, headaches, insomnia and digestive concerns. 89%
- Patient Bio Individuality - my practice follows the science of how the body functions in health and dis-ease taking into consideration that each person is unique, that all things matter and while you may share signs and symptoms with others, you arrived at your current state of health with a different set of circumstances 95%
- I will customize nutrition and lifestyle plans to suit any age, accomodate any allergy and satisfy any palette. You should expect to enjoy your food. You can expect support and simple strategies that will help you reach your goals. 85%
What People Say
Working with Donna has changed my life. I have been living with Psoriatic Arthritis for 6 years and got to a point with my condition in the last year where I felt I could manage the daily pain I was in. I had surrendered to the inevitable, I thought, and just decided I would have to live with tight, sore joints and muscles and not be able to predict how I was going to feel from day to day. I was wrong. The simple life changes I have been making with the help of Donna's coaching has made me feel powerful again. I am in control of my condition, not the other way around. She helped me understand my body and its functions better than any other practitioner I have been to. She not only gives you an action plan, but helps you understand why you are doing it. I used to need monthly physio appointments, multiple pillows surrounding me at night for comfort, and was barely able to exercise. Now I sleep through the night unaided by pills and all those pillows, wake up feeling refreshed, have more mental capacity to plan and do things for others, and have a generally more positive outlook.
Hi my name is Lori. Due to recent family events, I was having anxiety attacks, depression, physical and emotional pain. I began sessions with Donna, who proved to be very supportive, caring and readily available. I was given tips on what and when to eat with each step explained. I put her tips into practice and noticed a drastic decrease in inflammation, anxiety attacks, improved sleep and increase in energy levels! I was amazed that eating certain foods together had such an impact. It's been 3 months and I still make sure each meal includes FFP! If you want to know what that means, get in touch with Donna!
I contacted Donna as I wanted to improve my health. Not only has Donna helped me to find ways to do that, but she has been so encouraging and supportive along the way. It's helped me to stay focused on my goals and motivated. I'm better educated on how to care for myself and am closer to reaching my goals. I highly recommend working with her!