Nutritionists and Dietitians near Plantation, FL

Empowering women to ditch the shame, put themselves first, and heal from GI disease and disorders using a holistic, personalized approach. If you are looking for someone to listen to you and help with what to eat, normalize your bowel movements, increase energy, and beat the bloat, I can help you. I am a dietitian specializing in women's gastrointestinal health. Digestive issues reduce your quality of life and are isolating and embarrassing. I know this because I have had Crohn's disease for over 20 years. There is no one magic diet for GI issues. Each body is different, and each has its own story to tell.

I am a functional nutritionist who educates people on the benefits of eating certain foods. As a nutritionist, my main focus is helping women with thyroid problems and auto-immune conditions. I once desperately needed help and didn't know nutrition would be my last hope. Thyroid problems can drain you. Everything goes wrong when the thyroid is out of sync with the rest of the body. It's not only the hair that falls. It's the energy that leaves the body—the lack of sleep. The body weight either goes up or down. Even the body temperature becomes an issue. Nutritionists are trained to help people find the proper nutrients.

A constant chase after solutions to your ​health problems can leave you feeling like ​you're running a marathon with no finish ​line in sight. Believe me, I've been there! ​Several years ago, I went to doctor after ​doctor, researched for hours, and tried ​countless treatments that didn't seem to ​make a difference in my health. I was ​confused, frustrated and tired. That's why ​I took matters into my own hands to ​pursue a Master's of Science in Human ​Nutrition. Now, equipped with ​experience and knowledge, I’m here to ​guide you in overcoming those persistent ​health obstacles.

Do you want to focus on personal goals to achieve a healthy lifestyle for you and your family? We all know that it's not just BLACK OR WHITE! It takes time. I can help you, Age-appropriate Medical Nutrition Therapy counseling for health issues as diabetes, weight management,, mindful eating, hypertension, digestive disorders, eating disorders, food allergies, MTHFR Gene Mutation Diet, FODMAP diet and food sensitivity issues. I have a certificate of training in Childhood and Adolescent Weight Management by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

I grew up on Long Island and attended Oneonta State College and I received my Bachelors of Science in Nutrition/Dietetics. Then I attended Tufts University in Boston where I received my Masters of Science in Nutrition Issues and Food Policy. Then I went to Tulane and completed my internship to become a Registered Dietitian. I became a Certified Personal Trainer through the National Council on Strength and Fitness . My company May I Health You can offer you, your family or your business many options to improve your lifestyle through nutrition and fitness.

I am a Registered dietitian, licensed and certified in 10 states. I have been President of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics for New York State. I work with all age groups on various issues of weight control, diabetes, FODMAP, Gastrointestinal Disorders and Children's issues among other diagnoses.

As a nutrition expert, I am a firm believer in meeting people where they are at on their health journey. Every individual has a completely different set of needs when it comes to nutrition and I work with my clients to help them along their path. I believe in providing my clients with the tools that they need to live their healthiest life until they no longer need me and can continue to be autonomous in their diet and lifestyle choices.

I offer a three month wellness program called Deja La Dieta/Ditch the Diet that helps you do just that; ditch the yo-yo dieting and get in control of your health. I use mindfulness techniques and intuitive eating concepts to help you get in touch with what your body really needs and forget about the rules you've learned through diet culture. I also use functional approaches and focus on all aspects of health, like sleep, stress, and gut health. I practice from a weight-inclusive perspective, so weight is the last thing we'll discuss, if at all.

Insurance accepted! In person or online sessions available. Luanna's areas of expertise include functional nutrition, mindful eating, plant-based nutrition, general wellness, weight management and meal planning, bariatric surgery, chronic disease management, digestive disorders, oncology, geriatrics, pediatric nutrition, child feeding dynamics, prenatal and postpartum nutrition, women’s health, athletic performance and sports nutrition. Luanna is here to help you achieve your nutrition goals; send her a message to learn more about insurance coverage and self-pay prices for her services!