Angela Garcia RDN, CSOWM, LD

Newly diagnosed, and not sure what to do?  Or wanting to have more control over your health?  After reviewing your medical history, current medications and eating pattern, I can help you develop a healthy meal plan.  There is no one particular diet for Diabetes, however the goal is to maintain blood sugars within an optimal range, and reduce your risk of developing related health concerns, such as heart disease, retinopathy, neuropathy, etc.

Has your weight plateaued and you can't lose that last 10-20lbs, no matter how hard you try?  Do you lose weight, only to pile it back on again, plus extra?  Are you finding it more difficult to lose weight now you are older or post menopause?  

Diet and exercise need to be balanced in order to achieve successful weight loss. You can exercise as much as you'd like but if you are not eating healthy, you will not receive the full benefit of weight loss, and vice versa. I can educate you on ways to incorporate healthy eating and exercise into your lifestyle and create an individualized plan to achieve your goals. 

Tailored regimens may incorporate intermittent fasting or a modified ketogenic diet.

The only known management of Celiac Disease is with a gluten free diet.  While this can seem daunting, it is vital that the individual follows a gluten free diet for life, even if they don't experience any symptoms.  I work with clients to successfully navigate the grocery store, prepare nutritionally balanced gluten free meals (for the whole family), provide guidance on dining out (including birthdays parties, travelling etc), and avoid cross contamination and hidden sources of gluten.

See Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America, Inc

Symptoms of Crohn's Disease can significantly impact a person's quality of life.  For those who have tried a drug-regimen without relief, or who prefer to try diet therapy to manage their symptoms, I offer an evidence-based elimination diet know as LOFFLEX (low fat/low fiber).   

LOFFLEX was specifically developed by a leading Gastroenterologist, Prof John Hunter (and a team of research Dietitians), for persons with Crohn's Disease.  Each client follows the basic LOFFLEX regimen for 2 weeks followed by a period of food reintroduction, to gauge individual symptoms. 

For those with active symptoms it may be necessary to start on a liquid elemental diet, for 1-2 weeks, until symptoms recede, prior to advancing to the basic LOFFLEX regimen.

Inflammatory Bowel Disease can compromise your body's ability to digest all the food you eat, so you may have higher requirements for vitamins and minerals.  Certain medications may also affect the absorption of nutrients.  

If you are experiencing a flare-up of symptoms, such as diarrhea and abdominal pain, it can be helpful to make modifications to your diet to reduce the irritation in your intestines and help relieve your symptoms.

See Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America, Inc

Faced with a diagnosis of food allergy or intolerance, can be overwhelming, especially when presented with a list of foods NOT to eat.  Your goal is to avoid accidental exposure to allergens, while ensuring optimal nutrition.  

I will help you modify your existing diet, learn to identify safe foods, understand food labels, overhaul your pantry, and successfully navigate restaurants, family gatherings and travel, etc.