Autoimmune Diseases Nutritionists and Dietitians in Canmore, AB
Specialty: Sports Nutrition, Digestive Health, Celiac Disease, Chronic Disease, Women’s Health, Weight Concerns, Emotional Eating, Disordered Eating, Meal Planning.
Erin is a Calgary-born and raised Registered Dietitian known for her approachable, practical style and her passion for helping people fuel their bodies with confidence. Whether working with competitive athletes or everyday clients, Erin focuses on realistic strategies that support performance, health, and enjoyment of eating.
Specialty: Sports Nutrition, Digestive Health, Celiac Disease, Chronic Disease, Women’s Health, Weight Concerns, Emotional Eating, Disordered Eating, Meal Planning.
Erin is a Calgary-born and raised Registered Dietitian known for her approachable, practical style and her passion for helping people fuel their bodies with confidence. Whether working with competitive athletes or everyday clients, Erin focuses on realistic strategies that support performance, health, and enjoyment of eating.
Online Dietitians and Nutritionists
Specialty: Meal Planning, Weight Concerns, Emotional Eating, Metabolic Disease, Diabetes, Chronic Disease, Recreational Sports Nutrition, & Women’s Health
Carlin is one of the experienced Registered Dietitians on the Health Stand team. She has a natural knack for connecting with people and making them feel at ease. Carlin is known for her bright smile, sincere care, and infectious enthusiasm when working with clients and her passion to support her clients in their health journey, goals, and making peace with food and their body. She believes strongly in empowering people to make lasting change that suits their needs and lifestyle.
Specialty: Meal Planning, Weight Concerns, Emotional Eating, Metabolic Disease, Diabetes, Chronic Disease, Recreational Sports Nutrition, & Women’s Health
Carlin is one of the experienced Registered Dietitians on the Health Stand team. She has a natural knack for connecting with people and making them feel at ease. Carlin is known for her bright smile, sincere care, and infectious enthusiasm when working with clients and her passion to support her clients in their health journey, goals, and making peace with food and their body. She believes strongly in empowering people to make lasting change that suits their needs and lifestyle.
Hi, I’m Rebecca! Navigating nutrition doesn’t have to feel so overwhelming. My goal is to make food choices simpler, more enjoyable, and, most importantly, sustainable. Whether you’re managing a chronic condition, working through disordered eating, or striving to improve your relationship with food, I’m here to help you develop practical, personalized strategies that fit your life.
My background as a trained chef and athlete gives me a unique perspective: food should be nourishing, fuelling, and enjoyable.
Hi, I’m Rebecca! Navigating nutrition doesn’t have to feel so overwhelming. My goal is to make food choices simpler, more enjoyable, and, most importantly, sustainable. Whether you’re managing a chronic condition, working through disordered eating, or striving to improve your relationship with food, I’m here to help you develop practical, personalized strategies that fit your life.
My background as a trained chef and athlete gives me a unique perspective: food should be nourishing, fuelling, and enjoyable.
Specialty: Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Emotional Eating, Mental Health, Sports Nutrition, ADHD, & Women’s Health.
Fitness enthusiast and lover of all things food, Jana is passionate about helping her clients improve their relationship with food and their body. She is a strong, motivational leader. Jana also offers the balance of a warm, supportive coaching style to nudge her clients from their comfort zone while feeling safe and supported. She is a Canadian Certified Counselor (CCC) and has a masters in Counseling Pyschology fulfilling her goal of being both a Dietitian and Therapist.
Specialty: Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Emotional Eating, Mental Health, Sports Nutrition, ADHD, & Women’s Health.
Fitness enthusiast and lover of all things food, Jana is passionate about helping her clients improve their relationship with food and their body. She is a strong, motivational leader. Jana also offers the balance of a warm, supportive coaching style to nudge her clients from their comfort zone while feeling safe and supported. She is a Canadian Certified Counselor (CCC) and has a masters in Counseling Pyschology fulfilling her goal of being both a Dietitian and Therapist.
Specialty: Weight Concerns, Emotional Eating, Type 1 / Type 2 Diabetes, Heart Health, Women’s Health, PCOS, Pre/post Natal, Family Meal Planning.
The first thing you will notice about Shauna is her contagious optimism, energetic personality and zest. Shauna loves teaching and has a heart full of compassion and empathy for helping clients work through health concerns. You can’t help to feel more confident and excited to take action to improve your health after spending time with her.
Specialty: Weight Concerns, Emotional Eating, Type 1 / Type 2 Diabetes, Heart Health, Women’s Health, PCOS, Pre/post Natal, Family Meal Planning.
The first thing you will notice about Shauna is her contagious optimism, energetic personality and zest. Shauna loves teaching and has a heart full of compassion and empathy for helping clients work through health concerns. You can’t help to feel more confident and excited to take action to improve your health after spending time with her.
Specialty: Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Mental Health, Emotional Eating, Intuitive Eating, Chronic Disease, Geriatrics/Seniors Health, IBS & Digestive Health, Dysphagia/Swallowing Issues, ADHD, & Women’s Health.
Thoughtful and empathetic are words often used to describe Courtney. She strives to create genuine connections with clients and works to create an inclusive space for all. She is passionate about working with individuals struggling with health issues, digestive issues, disordered eating and helping clients feel at peace with food and their bodies.
Specialty: Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Mental Health, Emotional Eating, Intuitive Eating, Chronic Disease, Geriatrics/Seniors Health, IBS & Digestive Health, Dysphagia/Swallowing Issues, ADHD, & Women’s Health.
Thoughtful and empathetic are words often used to describe Courtney. She strives to create genuine connections with clients and works to create an inclusive space for all. She is passionate about working with individuals struggling with health issues, digestive issues, disordered eating and helping clients feel at peace with food and their bodies.
Specialty: Women’s Health, Menopause, Weight Concerns, Emotional Eating, Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Heart Health, Diabetes, Chronic Disease, Family Meal Planning, Geriatrics/Seniors Health, Dysphagia/Swallowing Issues, Plant-based & Sustainable Eating
Maryke is a natural connector – you will feel her presence right when you meet her! She has a genuine interest in other people, their story and finds creative ways to weave healthy living into anyone’s life.
Specialty: Women’s Health, Menopause, Weight Concerns, Emotional Eating, Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Heart Health, Diabetes, Chronic Disease, Family Meal Planning, Geriatrics/Seniors Health, Dysphagia/Swallowing Issues, Plant-based & Sustainable Eating
Maryke is a natural connector – you will feel her presence right when you meet her! She has a genuine interest in other people, their story and finds creative ways to weave healthy living into anyone’s life.
Hi, I'm Jana! I offer an integrated and holistic approach to nutrition, focusing on long-lasting results. I believe in the profound influence nutrition has on mental, emotional, and physical health, and I help clients uncover the root causes of their nutritional challenges by offering tailored strategies that align with their personal goals. I create personalized, evidence-based strategies that address both the physical and emotional aspects of eating, helping clients build sustainable, healthy relationships with food that last a lifetime.
Hi, I'm Jana! I offer an integrated and holistic approach to nutrition, focusing on long-lasting results. I believe in the profound influence nutrition has on mental, emotional, and physical health, and I help clients uncover the root causes of their nutritional challenges by offering tailored strategies that align with their personal goals. I create personalized, evidence-based strategies that address both the physical and emotional aspects of eating, helping clients build sustainable, healthy relationships with food that last a lifetime.
Autoimmune Diseases Nutritionists and Dietitians
What are autoimmune diseases?
Autoimmune conditions are diseases characterized by the over-activation of the body's immune system. There are many types of autoimmune diseases, each varying in symptoms, severity, and affected areas. Widely known autoimmune diseases include rheumatoid arthritis (RA), psoriasis, multiple sclerosis, type 1 diabetes, Addison's disease, and scleroderma. While the causes of autoimmune diseases are often unknown, many people manage their symptoms with medications (such as anti-inflammatory or immunosuppressive drugs) and lifestyle changes, such as diet and exercise modifications.
How can nutrition help with autoimmune diseases?
While there is little evidence to suggest that autoimmune conditions can be cured through diet, many individuals with autoimmune conditions may benefit from nutrition changes to reduce autoimmune symptoms. Since autoimmune conditions are characterized by high levels of inflammation, including anti-inflammatory foods in one's diet may be particularly important for those with autoimmune conditions. Foods high in omega-3 fatty acids, commonly found in fish like salmon, have been shown to reduce inflammation, as have fruits and vegetables that contain anti-inflammatory nutrients as well as fiber that can support a healthy gut microbiome.
What diet is best for autoimmune diseases?
Due to the diverse types and symptoms of autoimmune diseases, there is no single best diet for all individuals with these conditions. However, evidence suggests that certain diets can benefit specific autoimmune diseases. For instance, individuals with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) often benefit from consuming foods with anti-inflammatory properties, such as omega-3-rich fish like salmon, various fruits, and leafy vegetables. Conversely, foods that promote inflammation—such as sodas, processed meats, white flour, sugary snacks, and deep-fried items—can exacerbate RA symptoms. Keeping a dietary journal to track food intake and symptoms can help individuals with any autoimmune condition identify which foods affect their autoimmune symptoms and make necessary changes.
Does nutrition counseling work for people with autoimmune diseases?
Nutrition counseling can be highly beneficial for individuals with autoimmune diseases, especially when other symptom management strategies have not been effective. A dietitian can help clients identify foods that exacerbate their autoimmune symptoms and develop a plan to reduce or eliminate these foods while maintaining their nutritional needs. Additionally, dietitians often have specific expertise in working with clients with certain autoimmune conditions closely linked to dietary intake, such as type 1 diabetes. In these cases, dietitians may be able to provide specialized guidance and create a tailored nutrition plan for the client based on their expertise.