Nutritional Counseling

How does nutritional counseling influence wellness?

In the same way naturopathic medicine aims to work with your body to address illnesses, nutritional counseling at Zen Attitude Acupuncture is rooted in the belief that your body’s abilities to balance and heal are remarkable.

In addition to being fuel, food is an integral part of wellness and disease prevention. Nutritional counseling can be particularly useful for those with:

• Celiac disease
• Inflammatory bowel diseases, such as Crohn’s
• Autoimmune diseases
• Chronic inflammation

The Zen Attitude Acupuncture team includes naturopathic doctors who specialize in digestive health. They can also ensure you’re getting sufficient nutrients while following strict or specialized diets, such as veganism.

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What can I expect from nutritional counseling?

The Zen Attitude Acupuncture team wants to provide you with all the tools and information you need, so nutrition package visits start at 90 minutes. Your provider conducts an initial interview where you can discuss questions or concerns.

Using your lifestyle, food preferences, and goals as a guide, they build a manageable nutrition plan that is simple to stick to. You’ll have follow-up visits to give feedback, allowing the team to further individualize your plan.

Depending on your needs and treatment plan, you may be able to conduct your new patient visit and some subsequent follow-ups via telemedicine.

The Zen Attitude Acupuncture team may also do lab testing for the following:

• Allergies and sensitivities
• Gastrointestinal health
• Nutritional and metabolic function
• Mold and toxins check
• Genetics
• Hormone levels

This information can give the team valuable insight into your overall health and any symptoms to tailor your nutritional counseling and overall wellness care.

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How can I supplement my nutritional counseling?

To help you combat deficiencies or maintain energy, the team may recommend vitamin injections, such as:

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B12 Booster

B12 is an essential vitamin that you need to build proteins and convert carbs and lipids to energy, so if you struggle with muscle weakness, fatigue, or nausea, this injection may be the ideal solution.

Rejuvenate

This therapeutic injection may reduce sugar cravings, lower cholesterol, and provide antioxidant support. Rejuvenate may also help regulate your mood and balance energy levels.

Serenity Now

Food and mood are linked in complex ways. If you need to address anxiety, insomnia, depression, or irritability, this soothing injection may help you refocus on accomplishing your goals.

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To learn more about nutritional counseling, call the Zen Attitude Acupuncture office or book your appointment online today.