Crohn's Nutritionists and Dietitians in Utah County, UT
Do you struggle with chronic dieting or an eating disorder? Do you want to heal your relationship with food and your body? 95% of diets fail, yet we blame ourselves rather than the diet for the failure. I will be on your team to help you challenge the thinking errors regarding food and body. A non-diet, intuitive eating approach will be used with all clientele. I also have expertise in helping those with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), celiac disease, diabetes, and digestive issues. I can provide dietary guidelines for these specific issues and help you adapt the guidelines to your current lifestyle.
Do you struggle with chronic dieting or an eating disorder? Do you want to heal your relationship with food and your body? 95% of diets fail, yet we blame ourselves rather than the diet for the failure. I will be on your team to help you challenge the thinking errors regarding food and body. A non-diet, intuitive eating approach will be used with all clientele. I also have expertise in helping those with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), celiac disease, diabetes, and digestive issues. I can provide dietary guidelines for these specific issues and help you adapt the guidelines to your current lifestyle.
Kelli Jo has worked as a dietitian helping those who suffer from eating disorders for the last 9 years at all levels of care. Kelli Jo has worked with extensive medical complications, including gastroparesis, bariatric surgeries, allergies, enteral feedings, autoimmune disorders, diabetes, EDS, SMA, POTS, Kelli Jo has also worked with individuals who struggle with co-occurring BPD, DID, OCD, substance abuse, and other addictions. She works with individuals with significant trauma and understands how this impacts one's relationship with food and body.
Kelli Jo has worked as a dietitian helping those who suffer from eating disorders for the last 9 years at all levels of care. Kelli Jo has worked with extensive medical complications, including gastroparesis, bariatric surgeries, allergies, enteral feedings, autoimmune disorders, diabetes, EDS, SMA, POTS, Kelli Jo has also worked with individuals who struggle with co-occurring BPD, DID, OCD, substance abuse, and other addictions. She works with individuals with significant trauma and understands how this impacts one's relationship with food and body.
Ashlyn has a background in Medical Nutrition Therapy. She is equipped to work with disordered eating and/or eating disorders, utilizing principles of Intuitive Eating, Health at Every Size and Radically Open Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. Ashlyn has provided care for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to gastrointestinal diseases such as pancreatitis, IBS, IBD, gastroparesis, liver diseases, GERD, dysphagia and food allergies/intolerances. She has successfully helped manage CKD, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, autoimmune diseases, malnutrition, enteral and parenteral nutrition support.
Ashlyn has a background in Medical Nutrition Therapy. She is equipped to work with disordered eating and/or eating disorders, utilizing principles of Intuitive Eating, Health at Every Size and Radically Open Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. Ashlyn has provided care for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to gastrointestinal diseases such as pancreatitis, IBS, IBD, gastroparesis, liver diseases, GERD, dysphagia and food allergies/intolerances. She has successfully helped manage CKD, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, autoimmune diseases, malnutrition, enteral and parenteral nutrition support.
I am a Functional Nutritionist with over 15 years of experience. I work with clients who are dealing with long-term unresolved health issues. These are often people who have seen 3 to 5 medical doctors and are unhappy with their medications and lack of results. I use food and food-based supplements to help clients rebuild their immune system, and other organ systems that are not functioning well. I make recommendations regarding foods that may be appropriate to eliminate from one's diet, and that may be responsible for inflammatory conditions. Healthy foods, and the nutrients in them, are the basic building blocks of a healthy body.
I am a Functional Nutritionist with over 15 years of experience. I work with clients who are dealing with long-term unresolved health issues. These are often people who have seen 3 to 5 medical doctors and are unhappy with their medications and lack of results. I use food and food-based supplements to help clients rebuild their immune system, and other organ systems that are not functioning well. I make recommendations regarding foods that may be appropriate to eliminate from one's diet, and that may be responsible for inflammatory conditions. Healthy foods, and the nutrients in them, are the basic building blocks of a healthy body.
Online Dietitians and Nutritionists
Marysa Anderson-Cardwell MS, RDN, CD, CPT;
Andrea Walsh MS, RDN, CD;
Susan Perazzo RDN, CD;
Lucy Mower MS, RDN, CD
Our training in nutrition and behavioral health has taught us that there is no one size fit all plan to health and well-being and that your eating plan needs to match your lifestyle, food preferences, and health goals. Food touches every aspect of our lives, from our performance to how our bodies are feeling, to our behaviors with and around food. Our ideal client is one that is ready to heal and to do the work necessary to get there. We will be there every step of the way to support you towards your goals!
Marysa Anderson-Cardwell MS, RDN, CD, CPT;
Andrea Walsh MS, RDN, CD;
Susan Perazzo RDN, CD;
Lucy Mower MS, RDN, CD
Our training in nutrition and behavioral health has taught us that there is no one size fit all plan to health and well-being and that your eating plan needs to match your lifestyle, food preferences, and health goals. Food touches every aspect of our lives, from our performance to how our bodies are feeling, to our behaviors with and around food. Our ideal client is one that is ready to heal and to do the work necessary to get there. We will be there every step of the way to support you towards your goals!
You’ve tried everything—elimination diets, medications, and countless supplements—yet you’re still battling bloating, fatigue, or unpredictable digestion. You want real answers, not quick fixes. Your goal is to feel good in your body again, enjoy food without fear, and finally understand what’s causing your symptoms. You need a clear plan and a trusted expert to guide you.
You’ve tried everything—elimination diets, medications, and countless supplements—yet you’re still battling bloating, fatigue, or unpredictable digestion. You want real answers, not quick fixes. Your goal is to feel good in your body again, enjoy food without fear, and finally understand what’s causing your symptoms. You need a clear plan and a trusted expert to guide you.
Crohn's Nutritionists and Dietitians
What is Crohn's disease?
Crohn's disease is a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) characterized by inflammation in the intestines. It is considered an autoimmune condition, where the immune system becomes overactive in the lining of the digestive tract, causing symptoms such as abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, and the presence of blood or mucus in the stool. People with Crohn's disease can experience complications like infections and malnutrition and have an increased risk of colorectal cancer. Unfortunately, there are few definitive treatments for Crohn's disease. However, some patients are prescribed immunosuppressant drugs or steroids, which reduce the immune response and can help reduce symptoms of the disease.
Can Crohn's disease be cured with proper nutrition?
There is little evidence to suggest that Crohn's disease can be cured through nutrition. However, certain foods may worsen symptoms or trigger flare-ups. Common examples include dairy products, high-fat foods, processed meats, high-fiber foods, and beverages containing alcohol or sugar alcohol. People with Crohn's disease are generally advised to avoid foods that exacerbate their symptoms and to focus on consuming regular meals with adequate protein and nutrient density to prevent malnutrition.
What can you eat if you have Crohn's disease?
With the exception of avoiding foods that may exacerbate symptoms, individuals with Crohn's disease are often advised to consume a normal diet. Since Crohn's disease is an autoimmune condition and not caused by specific foods, it is generally recommended that individuals eat a regular and balanced diet as much as they can tolerate.
Should people with Crohn's disease see a dietitian?
People with Crohn's disease are at a greater risk of malnutrition and weight loss, as well as nutrient deficiencies, due to the poor absorption within the digestive track that can occur as a result of the disease. Therefore, dietitians can be highly beneficial to people with Crohn's disease to minimize the potential effects of malnutrition and ensure daily nutrient needs are being met. They may help people with Crohn's disease identify foods that contain sufficient calories and nutrients but minimize symptoms, such as suggesting iron-rich foods for clients with anemia. People with Crohn's disease also often experience flare-ups followed by periods of relief, so dietitians may be helpful in assisting clients in identifying food or nutrition-related factors that may contribute to or worsen their flare-ups.