LifeWorks Nutrition

I practice a holistic approach to nutrition, which means that I look at how all areas of your life are connected.

About Tracy

I received my training to practice Health Counseling at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, which is the only nutrition school integrating all the different dietary theories—combining the knowledge of traditional philosophies with modern concepts like the USDA food pyramid, the glycemic index, the Zone and raw foods.

For more information about my education, please go to www.integrativenutrition.com.

In my own life, my passion for healthier living started to grow a few years ago when I was struggling with my own health. I had gained about 30 pounds, had no energy, my body ached all over among a list of other ailments. I was told nothing was wrong with me and my diet had no affect on my health. I was at wits end. How could that be?!? I turned to alternative means. I contacted a Naturopath. She saved my life. Through her, I discovered I was developing hypothyroidism and had a hormone imbalance. Even though I thought I was eating healthy, food WAS the culprit! She helped me change my diet and within 3 months I lost 18 pounds. My energy came back and some of my other health issues, started to go away.

After my life-changing experience, I knew it was time to give back and help others who are struggling with similar issues. Being in the fast-paced business environment myself, I am seeing more need for health counseling. In our society, our lives are busier and busier with less time for exercise, relationships, spirituality, health and nutrition. Advertising and the media confuses us even more on what is right and what is wrong with our food and health.

My Approach

A holistic approach

I practice a holistic approach to nutrition, which means that I look at how all areas of your life are connected. Does stress at your job or in your relationship cause you to overeat? Does lack of sleep or low energy prevent you from exercising? As we work together, we look at how all parts of your life affect the whole.

No one diet works for everyone

The concept of bio-individuality is that each person has their own nutritional needs. So, when the experts say, “dairy is good for you” or “fat is unhealthy,” it’s too much of a generalization. One person’s food is another person’s poison, and that’s why fad diets don’t work in the long run. I look at your age, health, activity level, blood type, metabolic rate and personal preferences to determine your dietary needs.

Everything is food

Healthy relationships, a fulfilling career, regular physical activity and a spiritual practice are essential forms of nourishment. When these “primary foods” are balanced, what you eat becomes secondary.

Integrative Nutrition Pyramid

The Integrative Nutrition pyramid depicts a balanced approach to nutrition: more high-quality, organic vegetables, fruits, complex carbohydrates, protein and water; less meat, milk, sugar and artificial food. The pyramid is surrounded with the primary food circle, the parts of life that satisfy our hunger for living and create a balanced life.

Mission

My mission is to play a crucial role in improving health and happiness, and through that process, create a ripple effect that transforms the world.

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