Health Professionals in Cottage Grove, MN
People come to our office when they feel stuck, frustrated, and tired of temporary fixes. Many struggle with digestive problems, fatigue, hormone imbalances, headaches, inflammation, brain fog, weight resistance, or feeling “off” despite being told their labs are normal. Our team focuses on identifying underlying stressors and imbalances through a personalized, root-cause approach using holistic nutrition, lifestyle support, and advanced wellness testing. We help patients better understand what their body needs so they can move toward lasting health and improved quality of life.
People come to our office when they feel stuck, frustrated, and tired of temporary fixes. Many struggle with digestive problems, fatigue, hormone imbalances, headaches, inflammation, brain fog, weight resistance, or feeling “off” despite being told their labs are normal. Our team focuses on identifying underlying stressors and imbalances through a personalized, root-cause approach using holistic nutrition, lifestyle support, and advanced wellness testing. We help patients better understand what their body needs so they can move toward lasting health and improved quality of life.
For nearly 10 years, my body rebelled against my conventional low-fat, convenience food diet with IBS, intense anxiety, constant cravings, and chronic knee pain (all before the age of 25!). It wasn't until I learned about the healing power of a real food, anti-inflammatory diet and discovered some food sensitivities that I saw a dramatic relief in my digestive and joint symptoms, plus an improvement in how my brain functioned. Now, I am passionate about helping others find their own relief, breakthroughs, and successes in their journey of healing using simple, nutritious foods!
For nearly 10 years, my body rebelled against my conventional low-fat, convenience food diet with IBS, intense anxiety, constant cravings, and chronic knee pain (all before the age of 25!). It wasn't until I learned about the healing power of a real food, anti-inflammatory diet and discovered some food sensitivities that I saw a dramatic relief in my digestive and joint symptoms, plus an improvement in how my brain functioned. Now, I am passionate about helping others find their own relief, breakthroughs, and successes in their journey of healing using simple, nutritious foods!
Healing often requires exploring beyond conventional methods, which is where functional and integrative nutrition comes in. Due to my own health challenges, I was compelled to seek a new approach to healing. What I’ve learned through nutrition has made me passionate about helping others who face struggles like disordered eating, inflammation, and gut dysfunction. I’m dedicated to sharing my knowledge and experiences, and I continue to learn so that others may heal and rediscover balance in their lives.
Healing often requires exploring beyond conventional methods, which is where functional and integrative nutrition comes in. Due to my own health challenges, I was compelled to seek a new approach to healing. What I’ve learned through nutrition has made me passionate about helping others who face struggles like disordered eating, inflammation, and gut dysfunction. I’m dedicated to sharing my knowledge and experiences, and I continue to learn so that others may heal and rediscover balance in their lives.
I work with individuals and families who have experienced loss of health and wellness due to a misalignment of the upper vertebra in the neck, called the atlas. This can occur from an accident or injury, or just develop over time. When the atlas is misaligned, numerous symptoms may be signaling a problem such as migraines, low back pain, fibromyalgia, digestive issues, high blood pressure, tinnitus, TMJ, vertigo, insomnia, depression, infertility, neck and shoulder pain, hip pain and short leg. I am a practicing member of the National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association (NUCCA).
I work with individuals and families who have experienced loss of health and wellness due to a misalignment of the upper vertebra in the neck, called the atlas. This can occur from an accident or injury, or just develop over time. When the atlas is misaligned, numerous symptoms may be signaling a problem such as migraines, low back pain, fibromyalgia, digestive issues, high blood pressure, tinnitus, TMJ, vertigo, insomnia, depression, infertility, neck and shoulder pain, hip pain and short leg. I am a practicing member of the National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association (NUCCA).
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My ideal client feels overwhelmed or stuck when it comes to food, even if they “know” what they should be doing. They may be navigating disordered eating patterns, emotional eating, medical nutrition needs, or simply struggling with consistency due to a busy life, stress, ADHD, anxiety, or depression. They want to feel more confident in their choices, improve their relationship with food, and build sustainable habits that support both their physical and mental health.
My ideal client feels overwhelmed or stuck when it comes to food, even if they “know” what they should be doing. They may be navigating disordered eating patterns, emotional eating, medical nutrition needs, or simply struggling with consistency due to a busy life, stress, ADHD, anxiety, or depression. They want to feel more confident in their choices, improve their relationship with food, and build sustainable habits that support both their physical and mental health.
What we put into our bodies ultimately affects how we feel and how healthy our body is... I often compare our bodies to an engine of a vehicle. When working well...all is good...when not working well, it can be a crisis! We can drive around in our vehicle when its making funny sounds or random lights are on telling us something isn't quite right, but... if we do this too long, our vehicles stop running and then we have a crisis! Our health and bodies are no different......
What we put into our bodies ultimately affects how we feel and how healthy our body is... I often compare our bodies to an engine of a vehicle. When working well...all is good...when not working well, it can be a crisis! We can drive around in our vehicle when its making funny sounds or random lights are on telling us something isn't quite right, but... if we do this too long, our vehicles stop running and then we have a crisis! Our health and bodies are no different......
Are you feeling overwhelmed by all the different messages in the media around nutrition and exercise? Does it feel like all the information you’re exposed to just leaves you feeling confused, defeated, or frustrated? Are you finding your thoughts around food and your body are taking up more space in your mind than you would like? Are you looking for guidance on how to nourish your body with nutrition and movement in a way that works individually for you, while taking into account all the factors that make you unique? If you relate to any of the above, I am happy you are here :)
Are you feeling overwhelmed by all the different messages in the media around nutrition and exercise? Does it feel like all the information you’re exposed to just leaves you feeling confused, defeated, or frustrated? Are you finding your thoughts around food and your body are taking up more space in your mind than you would like? Are you looking for guidance on how to nourish your body with nutrition and movement in a way that works individually for you, while taking into account all the factors that make you unique? If you relate to any of the above, I am happy you are here :)
Casey is a compassionate Registered Dietitian (RD) dedicated to helping individuals achieve optimal health and well-being. Her ideal client is someone who is curious about improving their relationship with food and their body through sustainable nutrition practices.
Casey is a compassionate Registered Dietitian (RD) dedicated to helping individuals achieve optimal health and well-being. Her ideal client is someone who is curious about improving their relationship with food and their body through sustainable nutrition practices.
We serve adolescents and adults seeking support with: healthy lifestyle meal planning, weight management, medication side effects, chronic medical conditions, diabetes and cardiac conditions, food allergies, sensitivities, and intolerances, eating disorders and disordered eating, and relationship with food concerns.
We serve adolescents and adults seeking support with: healthy lifestyle meal planning, weight management, medication side effects, chronic medical conditions, diabetes and cardiac conditions, food allergies, sensitivities, and intolerances, eating disorders and disordered eating, and relationship with food concerns.
My clients are people who are looking for a cutting edge approach to nutrition and health. Whether your issue is wanting to lose weight, have more energy, sleep better or you are dealing with a more difficult health challenge, I am dedicated to assisting my clients with a proven track record of success.
My clients are people who are looking for a cutting edge approach to nutrition and health. Whether your issue is wanting to lose weight, have more energy, sleep better or you are dealing with a more difficult health challenge, I am dedicated to assisting my clients with a proven track record of success.
Winner of 2025 Global Recognition Award, Megan Pennington is an Integrative Health Practitioner, Food Sensitivity Specialist and Naturotherapist with a BSc in Dietetics and Human Nutrition. With 20 years of experience, Megan and her team have helped hundreds of clients recover from chronic health conditions like leaky gut, auto-immune diseases, inflammation/pain, migraines, skin issues, weight/hormone imbalances, anxiety/depression and so much more. We integrate state of the art lab testing and mind/body medicine to accurately identify root cause(s) and enable fast recovery.
Winner of 2025 Global Recognition Award, Megan Pennington is an Integrative Health Practitioner, Food Sensitivity Specialist and Naturotherapist with a BSc in Dietetics and Human Nutrition. With 20 years of experience, Megan and her team have helped hundreds of clients recover from chronic health conditions like leaky gut, auto-immune diseases, inflammation/pain, migraines, skin issues, weight/hormone imbalances, anxiety/depression and so much more. We integrate state of the art lab testing and mind/body medicine to accurately identify root cause(s) and enable fast recovery.
I LOVE helping people live healthier. My style is highly comprehensive - looking at the many pieces that make up our nutritional health. I am skillful at helping people reach a healthier weight (especially those who have attempted other ways unsuccessfully). I am also passionate about topics like brain health, good mood foods, preteen/teen nutrition, ADHD/ADD, confidence and self- esteem, nutrient deficiencies, eating best for your DNA, food sensitivity and anti-inflammation recommendations (Leap MRT testing). I also have a significant clinical background so eating for healthy aging and disease prevention is also in my wheelhouse.
I LOVE helping people live healthier. My style is highly comprehensive - looking at the many pieces that make up our nutritional health. I am skillful at helping people reach a healthier weight (especially those who have attempted other ways unsuccessfully). I am also passionate about topics like brain health, good mood foods, preteen/teen nutrition, ADHD/ADD, confidence and self- esteem, nutrient deficiencies, eating best for your DNA, food sensitivity and anti-inflammation recommendations (Leap MRT testing). I also have a significant clinical background so eating for healthy aging and disease prevention is also in my wheelhouse.
Eating is complex and personal. Eating can be joyful and nourishing or filled with conflict and pain from past experiences, sometimes passed down through generations. Aside from our individual and family history, our culture and often the world of health care can be harsh and stigmatizing about matters of size and shape and lead people to be in a constant battle with their bodies. Further, the world of nutrition and healthy eating advice can be full of contradiction, misinformation, and rigidity. Finally, any sort of physical issue or illness affected by eating behavior and food choices make it hard to know how to eat to be well.
Eating is complex and personal. Eating can be joyful and nourishing or filled with conflict and pain from past experiences, sometimes passed down through generations. Aside from our individual and family history, our culture and often the world of health care can be harsh and stigmatizing about matters of size and shape and lead people to be in a constant battle with their bodies. Further, the world of nutrition and healthy eating advice can be full of contradiction, misinformation, and rigidity. Finally, any sort of physical issue or illness affected by eating behavior and food choices make it hard to know how to eat to be well.
My nutrition philosophy is unique in that I focus on providing evidence-based, individualized nutrition recommendations focusing on moderation, variety, and how to fit patients' favorite foods into a healthy eating lifestyle. This can improve quality of life for many individuals who feel they must restrict certain foods to be healthy or lose weight. In addition, I have a special passion for working with individuals with eating disorders, athletes/dancers, weight management, and GI conditions/food allergies. I look forward to supporting you in your nutrition and health journey.
My nutrition philosophy is unique in that I focus on providing evidence-based, individualized nutrition recommendations focusing on moderation, variety, and how to fit patients' favorite foods into a healthy eating lifestyle. This can improve quality of life for many individuals who feel they must restrict certain foods to be healthy or lose weight. In addition, I have a special passion for working with individuals with eating disorders, athletes/dancers, weight management, and GI conditions/food allergies. I look forward to supporting you in your nutrition and health journey.
We believe you have the resources to start your day with more energy and vitality, and end it with less stress and tension. We can help you heal yourself, prevent illness, and feel connected to the energy in your body and environment.
We believe you have the resources to start your day with more energy and vitality, and end it with less stress and tension. We can help you heal yourself, prevent illness, and feel connected to the energy in your body and environment.
Dr. Nita Champion is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor. She received her Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine from the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine (SCNM) in Tempe, Arizona, one of the finest leaders in educating Naturopathic Physicians in the United States. She graduated from the University of Minnesota, Morris where she obtained her Bachelors Degree in Biology and Chemistry. Dr. Champion treats patients of all ages with a variety of health concerns with areas of interest in Family Medicine, Women's Health, and Endocrine disorders. She focuses in use of Clinical Nutrition, Homeopathy as well as Botanical Medicine.
Dr. Nita Champion is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor. She received her Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine from the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine (SCNM) in Tempe, Arizona, one of the finest leaders in educating Naturopathic Physicians in the United States. She graduated from the University of Minnesota, Morris where she obtained her Bachelors Degree in Biology and Chemistry. Dr. Champion treats patients of all ages with a variety of health concerns with areas of interest in Family Medicine, Women's Health, and Endocrine disorders. She focuses in use of Clinical Nutrition, Homeopathy as well as Botanical Medicine.
Ava’s ideal client is someone who is curious about nutrition and ready to make real, lasting changes. They want to break free from diets, rebuild their relationship with food, and learn to trust their body’s cues. They’re interested in hormone balance, gut health, anti-inflammatory eating, and sustainable habits that support energy and well-being. They value guidance, education, and accountability as they move toward intuitive eating, joyful movement, and long-term health.
Ava’s ideal client is someone who is curious about nutrition and ready to make real, lasting changes. They want to break free from diets, rebuild their relationship with food, and learn to trust their body’s cues. They’re interested in hormone balance, gut health, anti-inflammatory eating, and sustainable habits that support energy and well-being. They value guidance, education, and accountability as they move toward intuitive eating, joyful movement, and long-term health.
I am passionate about your health and driven by results. My goal is to get you back doing the things you love as quickly as possible. I use a wide range of the safest, most effective natural treatments available to improve your condition in the shortest amount of time. Our goal is to exceed your expectations by delivering the safest, most effective, natural treatments available to help you achieve your greatest health.
I am passionate about your health and driven by results. My goal is to get you back doing the things you love as quickly as possible. I use a wide range of the safest, most effective natural treatments available to improve your condition in the shortest amount of time. Our goal is to exceed your expectations by delivering the safest, most effective, natural treatments available to help you achieve your greatest health.
At Shakti Clinics, we combine the best of Eastern healing, (Ayurvedic and Traditional Chinese medicine), using acupuncture, herbal pharmacopoeia, yoga therapy, breathing techniques and "Food As Medicine", providing a range in natural healing modalities.
At Shakti Clinics, we combine the best of Eastern healing, (Ayurvedic and Traditional Chinese medicine), using acupuncture, herbal pharmacopoeia, yoga therapy, breathing techniques and "Food As Medicine", providing a range in natural healing modalities.
Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? Are you wanting to make changes with your diet and lifestyle but don't know where to start? Navigating this complex food world can be daunting, it's my mission to provide a non-judgemental, caring space to help my clients get started. Through my work with hundreds of clients and through navigating my own health and healing journey, I have learned to embody a simple, approachable, non-diet, food-first philosophy.
Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? Are you wanting to make changes with your diet and lifestyle but don't know where to start? Navigating this complex food world can be daunting, it's my mission to provide a non-judgemental, caring space to help my clients get started. Through my work with hundreds of clients and through navigating my own health and healing journey, I have learned to embody a simple, approachable, non-diet, food-first philosophy.
How to tell if Natural Health is right for me?
Cottage Grove Health Professionals have broad skills and are able to work with a wide range of symptoms.
Complementary and alternative health, natural health or holistic health is a non-medical path to well-being. It sees the physical, mental and spiritual aspects of life as closely interconnected and balanced. Advocates typically use a wide variety of alternative practices, the most common of which include: Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Homeopathy, Massage Therapy, Naturopathy, Nutrition, Osteopathy, and Physical Therapy.
Complementary and alternative health, natural health or holistic health is a non-medical path to well-being. It sees the physical, mental and spiritual aspects of life as closely interconnected and balanced. Advocates typically use a wide variety of alternative practices, the most common of which include: Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Homeopathy, Massage Therapy, Naturopathy, Nutrition, Osteopathy, and Physical Therapy.
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