Depression Nutritionists and Dietitians in New Castle County, DE
I help people who are struggling with disordered eating, body image, digestion issues, fatigue, depression and anxiety, hormonal imbalances or overall discomfort.
Are you ready to ditch dieting and build a healthy relationship with food?
I help people who are struggling with disordered eating, body image, digestion issues, fatigue, depression and anxiety, hormonal imbalances or overall discomfort.
Are you ready to ditch dieting and build a healthy relationship with food?
My name is Malaika Omowale. I am a Board Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS) and Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN) with an MS in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine. As a Functional Medicine and Integrative Health Nutritionist, I believe in a personalized, holistic approach to nutrition that is rooted in the principle that food is medicine. Our bodies are truly amazing and we all come equipped with what we need to live healthy lives. However, we live in a world replete with processed foods, environmental contaminants and STRESS, which makes it increasingly difficult to stay healthy.
My name is Malaika Omowale. I am a Board Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS) and Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN) with an MS in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine. As a Functional Medicine and Integrative Health Nutritionist, I believe in a personalized, holistic approach to nutrition that is rooted in the principle that food is medicine. Our bodies are truly amazing and we all come equipped with what we need to live healthy lives. However, we live in a world replete with processed foods, environmental contaminants and STRESS, which makes it increasingly difficult to stay healthy.
Because of my own personal health journey, I empathize with people who feel trapped and worried that their health challenges have become the new normal. I support my clients and make their voices heard in order to tackle the health challenge head-on.
Because of my own personal health journey, I empathize with people who feel trapped and worried that their health challenges have become the new normal. I support my clients and make their voices heard in order to tackle the health challenge head-on.
Free Yourself! Do you suffer with health problems that just will not go away? Are you tired of paying for treatments and medications that do not work? Consider this... Your food could be making you sick! For the past nine years, I have used the patented blood test Mediator Release Test (MRT) along with the Lifestyle Eating And Performance (LEAP) dietary protocol to identify reactive foods and develop a meal plan that has helped many people heal and get well.
Free Yourself! Do you suffer with health problems that just will not go away? Are you tired of paying for treatments and medications that do not work? Consider this... Your food could be making you sick! For the past nine years, I have used the patented blood test Mediator Release Test (MRT) along with the Lifestyle Eating And Performance (LEAP) dietary protocol to identify reactive foods and develop a meal plan that has helped many people heal and get well.
I've been there; exhausted and stressed out where food is my last priority. I help clients identify simple, easy ways to support their bodies.
I've been there; exhausted and stressed out where food is my last priority. I help clients identify simple, easy ways to support their bodies.
I am a master's level Registered Dietitian Nutritionist who is transgender, queer, neurodivergent, and in long term recovery from my own eating disorders. I believe every client is truly unique and sees the world through their own lens. I work from a weight inclusive and social justice stance in striving to respect humans living in different body shapes, sizes, ages, genders, abilities, nationalities, races, religions, and cultures. I believe in developing a strong therapeutic alliance with each client to work alongside them to find their own sustainable solutions for lasting recovery from disordered eating.
I am a master's level Registered Dietitian Nutritionist who is transgender, queer, neurodivergent, and in long term recovery from my own eating disorders. I believe every client is truly unique and sees the world through their own lens. I work from a weight inclusive and social justice stance in striving to respect humans living in different body shapes, sizes, ages, genders, abilities, nationalities, races, religions, and cultures. I believe in developing a strong therapeutic alliance with each client to work alongside them to find their own sustainable solutions for lasting recovery from disordered eating.
Online Dietitians and Nutritionists
I am classically trained as a Registered Dietitian & Clinical Nutritionist, but specialize in Integrative & Functional Medicine. I have extensive expertise in nutrient, herbal and pharmaceutical interventions as well as lifestyle and integrative wellness approaches. In practice for over 45 years, I support clients challenged with auto-immune & inflammatory diseases, GI disorders, cardiovascular, endocrine, neurological & neuromuscular conditions. My clients receive a completely personalized "roadmap to health" that is designed for their unique lifestyle, preferences, health challenges and goals.
I am classically trained as a Registered Dietitian & Clinical Nutritionist, but specialize in Integrative & Functional Medicine. I have extensive expertise in nutrient, herbal and pharmaceutical interventions as well as lifestyle and integrative wellness approaches. In practice for over 45 years, I support clients challenged with auto-immune & inflammatory diseases, GI disorders, cardiovascular, endocrine, neurological & neuromuscular conditions. My clients receive a completely personalized "roadmap to health" that is designed for their unique lifestyle, preferences, health challenges and goals.
Depression Nutritionists and Dietitians
How does nutrition affect depression?
Depression is a complex condition with multiple causes and contributing factors. However, nutrition can play a role in the condition in some instances. Specifically, research has shown that highly-processed and sugar-rich foods may contribute to depression and worsen overall mental health. Depression may also cause some individuals to consume more of such foods, or consume meals on an irregular basis—both of which can lead to unhealthy diet outcomes and potentially exacerbate symptoms of depression.
Can depression be cured with nutrition?
There is no evidence to suggest that depression can be cured solely with nutrition. However, increasing recent research on the link between the mind and body has underscored the impact that diet choices can have on psychiatric symptoms; maintaining a balanced diet with sufficient fruit, vegetable, whole grain, and lean fat intake has been associated with decreased depression risk. Additionally, practices such as meal planning and eating with others can offer structure and social interaction, both of which can be very helpful for individuals coping with depression. Therefore, while nutrition alone may not cure depression, adopting healthy eating habits can complement other treatments and contribute positively to managing depression symptoms.
Can nutrition counseling help people with depression?
Nutrition counseling can be highly beneficial for individuals with depression, particularly when other symptom management strategies have not been fully effective. Dietitians can assist clients in identifying foods that may improve mood and alleviate depression symptoms. They can also coordinate with other members of a patient's care team, such as psychiatrists or therapists, to support comprehensive lifestyle changes conducive to depression recovery. For instance, dietitians can help clients create a meal plan that ensures adequate intake of essential nutrients, such as omega-3 fatty acids, B vitamins, and magnesium, which are linked to improved mood. Additionally, they can help clients reduce their consumption of foods that may exacerbate depression symptoms, such as those high in refined sugars and trans fats.