Sleep Nutritionists and Dietitians in Seattle, WA
We help you by looking for the root cause and use a weight neutral, and shame-fee approach to support you so you can eat healthier, manage cravings, improve sleep, and increase your energy so that you can experience more memories with your family.
Schedule a discovery call to learn more about the process of working together and to see how we can assist you on your health journey. Specializing in helping busy moms regain their best version of themselves by providing simple steps.
We help you by looking for the root cause and use a weight neutral, and shame-fee approach to support you so you can eat healthier, manage cravings, improve sleep, and increase your energy so that you can experience more memories with your family.
Schedule a discovery call to learn more about the process of working together and to see how we can assist you on your health journey. Specializing in helping busy moms regain their best version of themselves by providing simple steps.
We'll also focus on other aspects of your health, including the quantity & quality of your sleep habits, your stress management practice, appropriate hydration, exercise or joyful movement, and the internal motivation that lies beneath it all.
Improve your athletic performance, energy, and health with personalized nutrition to help you reach your sport and fitness goals. Restore your relationship with food and your body using intuitive eating, health at every size, and mindfulness approaches. Make sense of all the confusing nutrition information to prevent and control high blood pressure, cholesterol, and more. I specialize in exercise/sports nutrition, disordered eating, and wellness. My passion is helping you to break free of the guilt you may carry around food, and joining you on the journey towards building a healthy relationship with food to complement your lifestyle.
We'll also focus on other aspects of your health, including the quantity & quality of your sleep habits, your stress management practice, appropriate hydration, exercise or joyful movement, and the internal motivation that lies beneath it all.
Improve your athletic performance, energy, and health with personalized nutrition to help you reach your sport and fitness goals. Restore your relationship with food and your body using intuitive eating, health at every size, and mindfulness approaches. Make sense of all the confusing nutrition information to prevent and control high blood pressure, cholesterol, and more. I specialize in exercise/sports nutrition, disordered eating, and wellness. My passion is helping you to break free of the guilt you may carry around food, and joining you on the journey towards building a healthy relationship with food to complement your lifestyle.
It also is about stress, sleep, and movement (or lack thereof).
My goal is to provide you with support and tools to help along your nutrition journey. Are you trying to manage blood glucose, cholesterol, blood pressure, or dealing with grief? Did you know that gut health is really important and can affect every other system in your body from depression, inflammation, autoimmune disease, and metabolic syndrome among others? I want to work with you!
It also is about stress, sleep, and movement (or lack thereof).
My goal is to provide you with support and tools to help along your nutrition journey. Are you trying to manage blood glucose, cholesterol, blood pressure, or dealing with grief? Did you know that gut health is really important and can affect every other system in your body from depression, inflammation, autoimmune disease, and metabolic syndrome among others? I want to work with you!
I offer a integrative approach to care, considering the interconnected relationships between food patterns and habits, physical activity and movement, stress management and resilience, sleep quality and restoration as well as other lifestyle factors.
I am dedicated to providing individualized integrative nutrition therapy with a holistic lens. Through my experience, I have fine-tuned my focus areas towards gastrointestinal disorders, autoimmune conditions, sports nutrition, intuitive eating and disease prevention. At times navigating these issues can be incredibly overwhelming, I take the time to work through identifying the puzzle pieces to help you get back on track and feeling like yourself again.
I offer a integrative approach to care, considering the interconnected relationships between food patterns and habits, physical activity and movement, stress management and resilience, sleep quality and restoration as well as other lifestyle factors.
I am dedicated to providing individualized integrative nutrition therapy with a holistic lens. Through my experience, I have fine-tuned my focus areas towards gastrointestinal disorders, autoimmune conditions, sports nutrition, intuitive eating and disease prevention. At times navigating these issues can be incredibly overwhelming, I take the time to work through identifying the puzzle pieces to help you get back on track and feeling like yourself again.
Our bodies are our first homes. And yet, the struggle to belong in our skin and bones is widespread. From an early age, we are taught to mistrust our bodies; tune out its sensations and longings. We exile the parts of us that society deems unsavory to the point where the pain, grief, and loneliness of not belonging feel like our only option. You are here because you know you deserve to belong in your body. I am here to witness your journey toward building a loving and embodied relationship with yourself and the world around you.
Our bodies are our first homes. And yet, the struggle to belong in our skin and bones is widespread. From an early age, we are taught to mistrust our bodies; tune out its sensations and longings. We exile the parts of us that society deems unsavory to the point where the pain, grief, and loneliness of not belonging feel like our only option. You are here because you know you deserve to belong in your body. I am here to witness your journey toward building a loving and embodied relationship with yourself and the world around you.
Liz Wyosnick MS, RDN is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with a Masters in Nutrition Science. I offer a non-dogmatic approach to health where recommendations are rooted in sustainability and science. I am particularly passionate about empowering individuals to live their life most well, in which healthy choices become what they want to do, versus what they have to do. I enjoy collaborating with my clients so that they receive thoughtful education around food, the body, and systems, as well as helpful insight within behavior change research.
Liz Wyosnick MS, RDN is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with a Masters in Nutrition Science. I offer a non-dogmatic approach to health where recommendations are rooted in sustainability and science. I am particularly passionate about empowering individuals to live their life most well, in which healthy choices become what they want to do, versus what they have to do. I enjoy collaborating with my clients so that they receive thoughtful education around food, the body, and systems, as well as helpful insight within behavior change research.
Feeling like your body and emotions are out of sync? You might be dealing with mood swings, low energy, weight gain, or irregular cycles that disrupt your life and leave you feeling overwhelmed or disconnected. Symptoms like poor digestion, hot flashes, brain fog, and insomnia add to the frustration, making it hard to focus or feel at ease. You’re seeking relief from the fatigue, anxiety, and irritability that seem to come out of nowhere, and you want to reclaim the steady energy and peace of mind you remember. You’re ready to feel more balanced and connected to yourself again, with a renewed sense of vitality and well-being.
Feeling like your body and emotions are out of sync? You might be dealing with mood swings, low energy, weight gain, or irregular cycles that disrupt your life and leave you feeling overwhelmed or disconnected. Symptoms like poor digestion, hot flashes, brain fog, and insomnia add to the frustration, making it hard to focus or feel at ease. You’re seeking relief from the fatigue, anxiety, and irritability that seem to come out of nowhere, and you want to reclaim the steady energy and peace of mind you remember. You’re ready to feel more balanced and connected to yourself again, with a renewed sense of vitality and well-being.
Ready to develop a better relationship with food, even with ADHD? Want something freeing and stress-reducing… that works with, not against, your brain, lifestyle, schedule, and responsibilities? You've been working so hard. Imagine what life could be like with less guilt, negative self-talk, and unsatisfying food choices. What if you could feel nourished and confident around food, have energy for your day, and trust your body?
Ready to develop a better relationship with food, even with ADHD? Want something freeing and stress-reducing… that works with, not against, your brain, lifestyle, schedule, and responsibilities? You've been working so hard. Imagine what life could be like with less guilt, negative self-talk, and unsatisfying food choices. What if you could feel nourished and confident around food, have energy for your day, and trust your body?
Do you have digestive issues(bloating/gas, constipation, loose stool, reflux/GERD, SIBO) or an autoimmune condition (Crohn's, Ulcerative colitis, Hashimoto's) keeping you from feeling your best? We'll work together to develop a personalized action plan, taking your current diet and lifestyle habits, environment, gut health, genetics, family history (and much more) into account. We also use specialty testing as a cornerstone of care to eliminate a lot of the guesswork.
Do you have digestive issues(bloating/gas, constipation, loose stool, reflux/GERD, SIBO) or an autoimmune condition (Crohn's, Ulcerative colitis, Hashimoto's) keeping you from feeling your best? We'll work together to develop a personalized action plan, taking your current diet and lifestyle habits, environment, gut health, genetics, family history (and much more) into account. We also use specialty testing as a cornerstone of care to eliminate a lot of the guesswork.
If you're feeling like you're losing a longstanding battle with your body, you're not alone. Or perhaps your constant attempts to control food ends up feeling like food is controlling you and your life. Again, you are not alone. You do not have to live a life that is limited by food rules, even if they're in the name of health. You do not have to live in constant worry about what others will think of your body. You do not have to waste the majority of your precious mental and emotional capacity ruminating on food and your body. Because: you were born for great things.
If you're feeling like you're losing a longstanding battle with your body, you're not alone. Or perhaps your constant attempts to control food ends up feeling like food is controlling you and your life. Again, you are not alone. You do not have to live a life that is limited by food rules, even if they're in the name of health. You do not have to live in constant worry about what others will think of your body. You do not have to waste the majority of your precious mental and emotional capacity ruminating on food and your body. Because: you were born for great things.
Sofia is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist specializing in working with adults and adolescents with Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Digestive issues (IBS, IBD, Low FODMAP), Hormonal Imbalances (PCOS, etc.), and interested in Sports Nutrition. Sofia is passionate about helping others build a positive relationship with food and their bodies. Nutrition is not one-size-fits all, and Sofia believes in the importance of having a client-centered approach and providing personalized nutrition care. Her past experiences have driven her desire to help others reach lifestyle changes in a sustainable and practical way.
Sofia is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist specializing in working with adults and adolescents with Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Digestive issues (IBS, IBD, Low FODMAP), Hormonal Imbalances (PCOS, etc.), and interested in Sports Nutrition. Sofia is passionate about helping others build a positive relationship with food and their bodies. Nutrition is not one-size-fits all, and Sofia believes in the importance of having a client-centered approach and providing personalized nutrition care. Her past experiences have driven her desire to help others reach lifestyle changes in a sustainable and practical way.
Sadie is a Seattle-based Registered Dietitian with 8 years of Integrative and Functional health experience. She completed her training in Nutrition and Dietetics at Bastyr University which emphasized a root-cause approach to healing. Sadie believes it’s within your control to be your happiest and most vibrant self and her goal is to empower you to achieve this. Sadie’s favorite part about working with others is partnering together and seeing people evolve into their healthiest selves yet. She believes in the body’s innate ability to heal when given the opportunity to do so.
Sadie is a Seattle-based Registered Dietitian with 8 years of Integrative and Functional health experience. She completed her training in Nutrition and Dietetics at Bastyr University which emphasized a root-cause approach to healing. Sadie believes it’s within your control to be your happiest and most vibrant self and her goal is to empower you to achieve this. Sadie’s favorite part about working with others is partnering together and seeing people evolve into their healthiest selves yet. She believes in the body’s innate ability to heal when given the opportunity to do so.
It is my passion and purpose to empower people to create and maintain a healthy lifestyle through nutrition, stress management, movement, and healthy relationships. I believe that everyone is unique in their approach to nutrition and I offer my clients the right tools, knowledge and strategies to help them overcome obstacles and regain their health. As as seasoned nutritionist I have worked with a wide range of people from executives and parents to athletes and performing artists, and anyone who loves to eat and wants to learn. My whole foods therapeutic approach and targeted supplemental use are the key to my practice.
It is my passion and purpose to empower people to create and maintain a healthy lifestyle through nutrition, stress management, movement, and healthy relationships. I believe that everyone is unique in their approach to nutrition and I offer my clients the right tools, knowledge and strategies to help them overcome obstacles and regain their health. As as seasoned nutritionist I have worked with a wide range of people from executives and parents to athletes and performing artists, and anyone who loves to eat and wants to learn. My whole foods therapeutic approach and targeted supplemental use are the key to my practice.
Emmilia’s passion for integrative medicine and whole foods nutrition has evolved throughout her life and career. Like many of her clients, she grew up learning from various outlets that wellness should look and behave a certain way. After learning the transformative impact of integrative functional nutrition through her education at Bastyr University, and witnessing the shame, confusion, and damage that can come from a narrow approach to health through her work with patients, it has become clear to her that one-size does not fit all.
Emmilia’s passion for integrative medicine and whole foods nutrition has evolved throughout her life and career. Like many of her clients, she grew up learning from various outlets that wellness should look and behave a certain way. After learning the transformative impact of integrative functional nutrition through her education at Bastyr University, and witnessing the shame, confusion, and damage that can come from a narrow approach to health through her work with patients, it has become clear to her that one-size does not fit all.
Are you ready to make positive changes to your diet but dealing with the effects of a chronic illness or cancer treatment? Find your path to a diet that tastes delicious to you while serving and supporting your unique needs and palate. I support people who are in cancer treatment, cancer survivors, or have diabetes/pre-diabetes, osteoporosis, hyperlipidemia, digestive issues, autoimmune diseases, and other side effects of cancer treatment.
Are you ready to make positive changes to your diet but dealing with the effects of a chronic illness or cancer treatment? Find your path to a diet that tastes delicious to you while serving and supporting your unique needs and palate. I support people who are in cancer treatment, cancer survivors, or have diabetes/pre-diabetes, osteoporosis, hyperlipidemia, digestive issues, autoimmune diseases, and other side effects of cancer treatment.
Hello, I am Virginia (Gigi) a registered dietitian, psychotherapist, and yoga and mindfulness teacher. I specialize in supporting individuals struggling with eating disorders/disordered eating, are in a journey of healing their relationships with food and exercise and want reconnection with their bodies. I also provide individualized medical nutrition therapy for diverse health conditions from a weight inclusive approach. In addition, I specialize in mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, and trauma and support clients with nutrition and mental health counseling to improve symptoms and feel better.
Hello, I am Virginia (Gigi) a registered dietitian, psychotherapist, and yoga and mindfulness teacher. I specialize in supporting individuals struggling with eating disorders/disordered eating, are in a journey of healing their relationships with food and exercise and want reconnection with their bodies. I also provide individualized medical nutrition therapy for diverse health conditions from a weight inclusive approach. In addition, I specialize in mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, and trauma and support clients with nutrition and mental health counseling to improve symptoms and feel better.
My mission and vision is to prevent needless suffering caused by hurtful messaging and misinformation from our culture, family, or health care system that disrupts the connection and/or enjoyment of your body, food, and eating. Shame, guilt, and stigma have no place in healthcare. I am committed to providing trauma informed care and seek to help provide tools and skills to help learn to self regulate and improve tolerance connecting the body and eating. I provide practical, realistic strategies resulting in long-term success. Stop overthinking food, hating your body, emotional eating, or regrets. I'm here to help!
My mission and vision is to prevent needless suffering caused by hurtful messaging and misinformation from our culture, family, or health care system that disrupts the connection and/or enjoyment of your body, food, and eating. Shame, guilt, and stigma have no place in healthcare. I am committed to providing trauma informed care and seek to help provide tools and skills to help learn to self regulate and improve tolerance connecting the body and eating. I provide practical, realistic strategies resulting in long-term success. Stop overthinking food, hating your body, emotional eating, or regrets. I'm here to help!
Nearly a decade into my dietetic practice, I know the recipe for success. I’ve worked with clients perplexed with weight loss and weight gain alike. I’ve worked with infants and ninety year olds, ultra marathon athletes and those struggling to get off the couch. One thing I know for sure is that eating healthy doesn’t have to be hard. I’m here to teach you how to make it easy. I specialize in creating unique strategies and solutions for the busiest of people to meet their personal health goals.
Nearly a decade into my dietetic practice, I know the recipe for success. I’ve worked with clients perplexed with weight loss and weight gain alike. I’ve worked with infants and ninety year olds, ultra marathon athletes and those struggling to get off the couch. One thing I know for sure is that eating healthy doesn’t have to be hard. I’m here to teach you how to make it easy. I specialize in creating unique strategies and solutions for the busiest of people to meet their personal health goals.
Hi, I’m Roja Babaei, Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS), Certified Nutritionist (CN), Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), a founder of Roja Nutritionist LLC, a health enthusiast and a graduate with a Master of Nutrition and Integrative Health graduate from Maryland University of Integrative Health. I already have over three years of experience. I have completed my post graduate practice experience and earned my CNS credential. In my clinical practice, I engage with clients suffering from many different diseases and I helped them change their nutrition habits to achieve their optimal health.
Hi, I’m Roja Babaei, Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS), Certified Nutritionist (CN), Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), a founder of Roja Nutritionist LLC, a health enthusiast and a graduate with a Master of Nutrition and Integrative Health graduate from Maryland University of Integrative Health. I already have over three years of experience. I have completed my post graduate practice experience and earned my CNS credential. In my clinical practice, I engage with clients suffering from many different diseases and I helped them change their nutrition habits to achieve their optimal health.
I am your collaborative healthcare partner, guiding from where you are to where you want to be. My work is investigative in nature, I help you identify and address the root cause of your symptoms and illness. We explore digestive issues, metabolic health, inflammatory triggers, nutritional deficiencies, microbiome and immune health concerns and work to reverse chronic disease states and symptoms. I am a licensed clinical nutritionist, a functional medicine specialist, Board Certified Nutrition Specialist, and an educator. In my clinical practice, I work virtually and in-person in SW Portland.
I am your collaborative healthcare partner, guiding from where you are to where you want to be. My work is investigative in nature, I help you identify and address the root cause of your symptoms and illness. We explore digestive issues, metabolic health, inflammatory triggers, nutritional deficiencies, microbiome and immune health concerns and work to reverse chronic disease states and symptoms. I am a licensed clinical nutritionist, a functional medicine specialist, Board Certified Nutrition Specialist, and an educator. In my clinical practice, I work virtually and in-person in SW Portland.
Sleep Nutritionists and Dietitians
What is the relationship between diet and sleep?
Both the quality and quantity of one's diet can significantly impact sleep. Consuming large amounts of caffeine or sugar-rich foods before bedtime can hinder sleep quality. Caffeine can keep you awake, while sugar can spike blood sugar levels and reduce feelings of tiredness. Additionally, eating large meals immediately before sleeping can be detrimental to sleep hygiene, as the body expends significant energy digesting the food, which can interfere with sleep. In general, an irregular eating schedule can disrupt the circadian rhythm, so maintaining regular meal times, potentially eating smaller amounts but at more frequent intervals throughout the day, may be important for supporting a healthy sleep schedule. Lastly, a healthy diet and weight is also crucial for overall sleep quality, as conditions like obesity can increase the risk of some sleep disorders, such as obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).
What foods help you fall asleep?
Some foods contain specific nutrients that promote sleep and can facilitate healthy rest when consumed before bedtime. Melatonin, a molecule that promotes drowsiness, is found in foods such as nuts, cherries, dairy products, eggs, and fish. Tryptophan, another sleep-promoting molecule, increases melatonin production and is commonly found in poultry (turkey and chicken), dairy, and eggs. Additionally, certain nutrients like magnesium contribute to better sleep. Magnesium-rich foods include seeds, nuts, fruits like bananas, figs, avocados, and leafy greens.
How does caffeine impact sleep health?
Caffeine is a chemical compound that prevents feelings of tiredness by blocking adenosine receptors. Adenosine promotes sleepiness when it binds to its receptors, so caffeine's antagonism of these receptors functions as a stimulant, keeping you awake. Caffeine is naturally found in foods and drinks such as coffee, tea, and chocolate, and it is often added to processed foods like energy drinks and soda. While caffeine can be helpful when one needs to stay awake, it can be highly detrimental to sleep health. Sleep experts generally recommend avoiding caffeine within 6-8 hours prior to bedtime to prevent its negative effects on sleep. Even outside this window, caffeine can significantly influence the body's internal clock and disrupt natural sleep-wake cycles. Individuals who are particularly sensitive to caffeine may find that consuming it at any time of the day can disrupt their sleep.
Can sleeping issues be cured with nutrition?
Whether diet can cure an individual's sleep issues depends on various individual factors. However, sleep-friendly dietary strategies can help many people reduce their sleeping problems, if not entirely resolve them. For some, adjusting caffeine consumption patterns may be sufficient to resolve their sleep difficulties. In other cases, adopting a healthy diet can promote better sleep in the long term. For example, overweight individuals who are at a higher risk of developing obstructive sleep apnea or similar sleep disorders may make nutrition changes that promote weight loss and thus help reduce sleep apnea symptoms and improve sleeping issues. Additionally, many individuals find that simply eliminating high-sugar and high-fat foods, especially before bed, can improve sleep quality on a consistent basis over time.