Health Professionals in South Dakota

Hi, my name is Efrain and I am a Registered Dietitian in two countries: USA and Mexico! I speak Spanish and love Mexican food and music. I am passionate about science nutrition and new research related to food and nutrition. I am enjoy helping my clients to create a healthy relationship with food.

With over a decade as a dietitian and 7 of those years specializing in functional medicine, my experiences have shaped me into the dietitian I am today. My passion lies in helping people with chronic issues find relief with the power of nutrition and lifestyle changes. I enjoy working with individuals with GI issues, food sensitivities/intolerances, autoimmune disorders, hormone imbalance, thyroid issues, adrenal fatigue, and a variety of other health issues. I completed my training as an Integrative and Functional Nutrition Certified Practitioner through the Integrative and Functional Nutrition Academy in 2017.

I help you get to the root cause of your GI, skin, and energy issues by using functional nutrition and mindful eating exercises. My job is to help you restore your gut and immune health by helping you discover the best foods for your body and the right nutrients you need to thrive - all while repairing your relationship with food!

Every individual is biochemically unique with specific health needs. I combine 20 years of experience and education in Holistic Nutrition & Natural Medicine with the cutting-edge science of Functional Medicine to uncover the root cause of your health concern. I then use safe and effective therapies very specific for each client including functional foods, supplements, herbs, lifestyle & home environment modifications. I also teach relaxation techniques and emotional well-being tools for a Body-Mind-Spirit approach. This allows your body and its natural wisdom to heal itself on all levels. I simply support and enhance the process.

I am a registered dietitian from the Midwest with over 10 years of experience. Having held positions in a variety of settings within the industry, I've been lucky to work with people from all walks of life. I'm passionate about assisting others on their journey to improve their health. Whether you are looking to lose weight, manage symptoms, or battling a chronic disease, I can empower you to take control of your health using evidence-based information and personalized coaching. We will work together to develop new habits that become long-term changes.

Is your relationship with food complicated? Nourishing your body does not have to be but unfortunately we live in a society full of misinformation and misguided beliefs about food, nutrition, and health. Whether you've been struggling with disordered eating, chronic dieting, stomach issues, or a new medical diagnosis-I can help. I provide individualized, evidence-based nutritional guidance for adolescents and adults and operate from a non-diet lens. This means that we will focus on improving your relationship with food and nourishing your body rather than implementing restrictive diets.

Have you been trying for years to lose weight with no success? Have you been recently diagnosed with a condition but don’t know what to nutritionally do next? Then give me a call today! The word “diet” is not in my vocabulary, which is why I focus on intuitive eating and whole food nutrition.

Integrative Health Practitioner, Food Sensitivity Specialist and Naturotherapist with a BSc in Dietetics and Human Nutrition, Megan Pennington offers a variety of virtual health services. Our team specialises in digestive health, leaky gut, auto-immune diseases, inflammation/pain management, migraine relief, skin issues, weight/hormone imbalances, anxiety/depression and other chronic conditions. We combine state of the art lab testing and mind/body medicine to accurately identify root cause(s) and enable fast recovery.