FAQ

Dietitian vs. Nutritionist

The title Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) has a legal definition and is reserved for nutrition professionals who minimally meet all of these criteria: hold a Bachelor's degree; complete a 1200 hour post-graduate internship, pass a National Registration Examination and maintain at least 31 hours of continuing education each year. There is no standard definition for the title "Nutritionist" and it is unregulated. Therefore, anyone can call themselves a Nutritionist even without formal education or training. Utilizing the nutrition, healthcare and foodservice expertise of an RD is a proven strategy for maximizing health outcomes, minimizing cost overruns and assuring regulatory compliance.

What is Integrative and functional nutrition?

The Integrative and Functional Nutrition is based on a medical nutrition model that combines the very best of modern science, clinical wisdom and integrative therapies. Increasing consumer demand, advancing technology and the changing healthcare landscape are driving the demand for clinicians trained in integrative and functional nutrition (IFN).  A central theme of training is learning to identify “root causes” of disease in a methodical and systematic fashion rather than the mundane prescription of medical nutrition protocols based on a diagnosis. This requires a deep understanding of function, not just pathology; networks of physiology, not just “silo” organ systems and an organized, integrated nutrition assessment.  

The IFNCP (Integrative and Functional Nutrition Care Practitioner)  is a trained clinician able to critically assess a patient using a “whole systems” approach and personalize a holistic nutrition care plan to restore function and improve outcome.

Cancellation Policy: No-Show and Late Cancellation Fee

Please notify Nourishing Life as soon as possible if you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment–either by phone or email. If you do not attend your appointment or have not given 24 hour notice, you will be charged the full session fee.

Exceptions include dangerous weather or medical emergency.

No show and late cancellation fees are expected before the next appointment.

Services

nutrition counseling

Proper nutrition is truly the key to living a fulfilling life. After all, feeling your best starts with what’s on your plate! 

nutrigenomix

Simple genetic test using saliva in order to create personalized nutrition recommendations based on your DNA.