Anna Korenius CHHC, AADP, Certified Holistic Nutritionist

Definition for Holistic Nutritionist

A holistic nutritionist works with the whole body for the best health and wellness possible using diet, food, and supplements. A great value is placed not only on the diet of the individual, but also on their emotional needs, environment, values, and physical symptoms. Holistic nutrition believes that the body requires a certain amount of vitamins, minerals, proteins, and other nutrients for maximum energy, physical health, and emotional health.Each individual will need different amounts of these levels as each person is different. The holistic nutritionist will work to treat the person as an individual and not as the every other person.

Natural Foods

Natural foods should be a part of your diet. A natural foods diet will consist of fresh organic vegetables, fresh fish, whole grains, as well as fresh organic juices, herbal teas, and plenty of water. Freshly cooked foods or raw foods are better for the body than reheated foods, or prepackaged foods, which often contain preservatives to allow them to keep for longer and are not good for you. Organic foods are grown using organic methods that do not require the use of pesticides, herbicides, insecticides or other harsh chemicals. Organic foods can be grown locally or shipped in to your area from nearby.Holistic nutrition will deal a lot with the issue of digestion. Keeping your digestion healthy is a big focus with holistic nutrition. There are certain foods that help this process and certain foods that hinder it. A holistic nutritionist will work with you to determine which foods you will be able to digest the easiest. This helps keep your system functioning, it will also help to keep you intestinal tract healthy and working properly.

Many holistic nutritionists believe that a lot of our health is dependent on how our guts are functioning, having a healthy intentional tract, digestive tract and ‘gut’ will help with overall health and wellbeing. A big part of a healthy gut function is getting enough probiotics in your diet. Depending on your other dietary needs your holistic nutritionist might recommend some specific probiotics for you to take or eat for best functioning.

Diet

Eating a properly balanced diet will make it easier for you to avoid having to take additional vitamins and supplements, but if there are certain foods that you cannot eat taking supplements or vitamins might be necessary. Your holistic nutritionist will be able to help you with this process. Keep in mind that a diet that is working for another person might not work for you as each person’s body and system work differently.No matter what your main diet regimen turns out to be it is important to avoid foods that are high in fat and sugar. Processed foods are typically high in sugar and other toxins that are not good for your overall health and should also be avoided as much as possible.

Making changes to your diet can be difficult and challenging, working with a holistic nutritionist can help make the process smoother and easier.Make sure to not be too hard on yourself when you are making changes. Remember that the goal is a healthier body, and that usually does not come about overnight or without sacrifice.