Prevention & Healing

Food is more than fuel; it’s also a way of communicating with your body. Learn to improve your health through the foods you choose.

Comprehensive Nutrition Evaluation

Get a complete picture of your nutritional status and a customized plan for optimal nutrition going forward.

Part I – Complete assessment questionnaire prior to Part II. 25 minutes.

Part II – Your nutritional status is assessed using a variety of tools, including biometric measurements, examination for signs and symptoms of nutrient deficiencies, complete nutritional and family history and questionnaire, and measurement of hydration and cellular health status. 25 minutes.
 
Part III – You’ll receive a personal report, based upon your collated data, from your nutritionist recommending specific foods, patterns of eating and supplements. You’ll have a chance to discuss the findings and develop a plan for the future. 50 minutes.
 
  • $300 for Parts I II and III
Digestive Wellness

How you digest, absorb and assimilate nutrients, and eliminate waste products is essential to your health and vitality. Conditions often significantly improved by optimal eating patterns include:

  • Colitis
  • Constipation
  • Crohn’s Disease
  • Diverticulosis
  • Food Allergies & Sensitivities
  • GERD/Heartburn
  • Gluten Intolerance/Celiac Disease
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (two sessions required)

A Canyon Ranch nutritionist will asses your diet and other factors that may be contributing to your digestive problems, and will advise you about guidelines for improving digestive function, including customized recommendations about healing foods, supplements and laboratory testing. Your nutritionist may recommend Food Sensitivity/Allergy Testing at an additional fee.

Note: A second session may be recommended depending on your individual needs.

  • $150 for 50 minutes
Healing Foods

Good nutrition is vital to overall health – the food you eat sends powerful messages to your body. Certain vitamins, minerals and other nutrients can positively affect prevention and management of chronic and other conditions, including:

  • Arthritis
  • Cancer Prevention
  • Chronic Fatigue & Fibromyalgia
  • High Blood Pressure
  • High Cholesterol & Heart Disease
  • Inflammation
  • Managing Menopause
  • Maternal Health
  • Osteoporosis
  • Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
  • Premenstrual Syndrome
  • Type 1 Diabetes (2 sessions required)

Meet with a nutritionist who will assess your needs and preferences, and provide therapeutic recommendations for your health concerns.

Note: A second session may be recommended depending on your individual needs.

  • $150 for 50 minutes
Insulin Resistance/Type 2 Diabetes

Are you concerned about your risk of developing insulin resistance or diabetes? Fortunately, insulin resistance, which can be a precursor to Type 2 diabetes, can be controlled with healthy lifestyle changes, including good nutrition. Many of the same lifestyle changes can help manage those diagnosed with diabetes.

Part I – A nutritionist provides education about insulin resistance syndrome and diabetes and assesses your current dietary patterns. 50 minutes.

Part II – You receive personalized nutritional recommendations to help you manage your blood sugar and reduce your health risks. 50 minutes.

  • $300 for Parts I and II
Neuronutrition: Food for Thought

It’s no surprise that the mind-body connection exists. Caring for the body includes caring for the mind. This session will teach you to eat for optimal cognitive health to optimize your potential for maintaining intellectual acuity.

  • $150 for 50 minutes
Vitamin & Mineral Evaluation

Finally – objective, expert advice about supplements based on your age, health risks, history and dietary patterns. A nutritionist answers your questions about using vitamins and minerals, including optimal dosages and the best forms of supplements, and provides customized recommendations. If you are currently taking supplements, please bring the original containers. Your nutritionist may recommend lab evaluations of your nutritional status at an additional fee.  

Note: For herbal recommendations, schedule a consultation with our Traditional Chinese Medicine or Naturopathic practitioners.

  • $150 for 50 minutes