Supporting women through hormonal changes and beyond.
Imagine what your life would look like if you could address the root cause of your symptoms and use food and nutrition to help heal. I’m a functional medicine clinical nutritionist in Clifton, VA devoted to helping you find optimal health using a foods-first approach.
My Journey into Functional Medicine Nutrition
My son’s autoimmune disease diagnosis is what prompted me to dive deeper into the world of nutrition. It was the driving force behind my decision to pursue a Master’s degree in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine. I decided to go back to school, even with 3 children 6 and under and a husband who travels very frequently because I wanted more answers. I couldn’t change his diagnosis, but I could do everything in my power to ensure his body was well fed with proper nutrients, minimal toxin exposure, and extra vitamin and mineral support. I wanted to better understand the science behind the disease and be more proactive about the foods I was feeding him to help try to improve his symptoms or possibly to help put him in remission.
I am a firm believer in both traditional and functional medicine. Without traditional medicine, I’m not sure my son would be able to see perfectly, run around and play with friends without feeling winded, or have a normal childhood today.
The biggest thing I learned throughout this experience though, was the power that food has to heal.
We encounter food, multiple times per day, for survival. Food can make you sick, or it can help heal. The problem is that there is so much conflicting information available in the media regarding nutrition that it can feel confusing and paralyzing. This is where I can help.
Like so many people in America who are struggling to navigate health and wellness, I too, felt like I received a diagnosis with no clear instruction on how to improve our day-to-day routines - especially with regards to food. Instead of defeat, I decided to become more educated on the body, its systems, and understanding the root cause of health problems. It has been my greatest joy to share what I have learned through providing preventative healthcare tips and strategies in the corporate setting through workshops and cooking demos, leading several accountability groups for nutrition and fitness, teaching group exercise classes, and giving nutrition counseling in a boutique weight loss clinic. These vastly different experiences have shaped me into the provider I am today. I am confident that you will feel heard, supported, and empowered when you work with me. I look forward to partnering with you on your health journey to healing.
Credentials
Certified Nutrition Specialist® professional
M.S. in Human Nutrition & Functional Medicine from the University of Western States
B.S. in Nutrition & Dietetics from Syracuse University
ISSA Master Trainer
Certified Personal Trainer, Les Mills Bodypump Instructor, TRX Instructor
Former NCAA D1 field hockey scholarship athlete
Military spouse for 15+ years
Mom of 3 boys
My Approach
When we meet, I want you to feel like you are chatting with an old friend. I work to create a warm, welcoming environment, where you can freely talk about your relationship with food, how you view your body, current complaints, unwanted symptoms, and what your ideal world would look like with regards to food.
We will shift your mindset around food. No more “good” foods or “bad” foods. Instead, we will learn what your body prefers to feel nourished. No more exercising for a specific amount of time or to burn an exact number of calories in order to eat certain foods. We will work together to make food personal.
I may choose to order additional functional medicine labs if it is necessary (stool testing, micronutrient testing, food sensitivity testing, GI mapping, hormone testing, etc.). This additional info will help me to identify any core imbalances associated with specific body systems. Using this data, I will create a personalized nutrition and supplement protocol to share with you when we meet next.
One of the best parts about personalized nutrition is that we can make adjustments as needed in real time. We will monitor and evaluate the plan until you feel your absolute best!
Imagine if you could…
EAT WITHOUT GUILT
KNOW WHAT FOODS MAKE YOU FEEL SICK
KNOW WHAT FOODS MAKE YOU FEEL GREAT
EAT WITHOUT WORRYING ABOUT THE NUMBER ON THE SCALE
LEARN HOW TO EAT FOR PHYSICAL RATHER THAN EMOTIONAL REASONS
Are you ready to feel vibrant, lighter, and energetic?
Landis Nutrition and Functional Medicine is the place for individuals seeking support and personalized solutions for digestive and hormonal symptoms. We will teach you to be an advocate for your health, find the answers you are searching for, and heal your body using a food-first approach.