Health Professionals in Minnesota
People come to our office when they feel stuck, frustrated, and tired of temporary fixes. Many struggle with digestive problems, fatigue, hormone imbalances, headaches, inflammation, brain fog, weight resistance, or feeling “off” despite being told their labs are normal. Our team focuses on identifying underlying stressors and imbalances through a personalized, root-cause approach using holistic nutrition, lifestyle support, and advanced wellness testing. We help patients better understand what their body needs so they can move toward lasting health and improved quality of life.
People come to our office when they feel stuck, frustrated, and tired of temporary fixes. Many struggle with digestive problems, fatigue, hormone imbalances, headaches, inflammation, brain fog, weight resistance, or feeling “off” despite being told their labs are normal. Our team focuses on identifying underlying stressors and imbalances through a personalized, root-cause approach using holistic nutrition, lifestyle support, and advanced wellness testing. We help patients better understand what their body needs so they can move toward lasting health and improved quality of life.
My goal is to help people of all ages develop and maintain a peaceful relationship with food. Eating is meant to be enjoyed. However, eating can often become complex, confusing and stressful. I use a non-diet, "all foods fit" approach to help individuals build trust in themselves and their bodies. Let's optimize your nutrition while honoring hunger cues and cravings.
My goal is to help people of all ages develop and maintain a peaceful relationship with food. Eating is meant to be enjoyed. However, eating can often become complex, confusing and stressful. I use a non-diet, "all foods fit" approach to help individuals build trust in themselves and their bodies. Let's optimize your nutrition while honoring hunger cues and cravings.
Common problems I can help: neck and back pains, headaches, carpal tunnel, sciatica, arthritis, digestive problems, infections, high cholesterol, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia and others. I offer highly skilled adjustments of the spine, arms and leg joints to relieve pain and discomfort. I also focus on the muscles, tendons, ligaments and fascial imbalances that tend to recreate the pain cycle. By utilizing muscle testing methods I am able to pin point the area of imbalance and correct it with the necessary procedure.
Common problems I can help: neck and back pains, headaches, carpal tunnel, sciatica, arthritis, digestive problems, infections, high cholesterol, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia and others. I offer highly skilled adjustments of the spine, arms and leg joints to relieve pain and discomfort. I also focus on the muscles, tendons, ligaments and fascial imbalances that tend to recreate the pain cycle. By utilizing muscle testing methods I am able to pin point the area of imbalance and correct it with the necessary procedure.
Katie Whitson is a dedicated HAEs-aligned Registered Dietitian with a deep passion for fostering healthy, sustainable relationships with food and movement. She embraces a non-diet approach, focusing on the connection between nutrition and mental health. Katie employs evidence-based strategies to meet patients where they are in their care, empowering them through active involvement and personalized support. Her mission is to inspire lifelong, transformative changes by blending consistency, structure and creativity in every aspect of her practice.
Katie Whitson is a dedicated HAEs-aligned Registered Dietitian with a deep passion for fostering healthy, sustainable relationships with food and movement. She embraces a non-diet approach, focusing on the connection between nutrition and mental health. Katie employs evidence-based strategies to meet patients where they are in their care, empowering them through active involvement and personalized support. Her mission is to inspire lifelong, transformative changes by blending consistency, structure and creativity in every aspect of her practice.
Dr. Liz Orchard is a Naturopathic Medical Doctor and founder of Be Well Natural Medicine Clinic. After graduating magna cum laude with a B.A. in pre-medical studies from the University of St. Thomas (2001), Dr. Orchard earned her Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine (2008), with honors, from the oldest fully accredited naturopathic medical school, National University of Natural Medicine, in Portland, Oregon.
Dr. Liz Orchard is a Naturopathic Medical Doctor and founder of Be Well Natural Medicine Clinic. After graduating magna cum laude with a B.A. in pre-medical studies from the University of St. Thomas (2001), Dr. Orchard earned her Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine (2008), with honors, from the oldest fully accredited naturopathic medical school, National University of Natural Medicine, in Portland, Oregon.
I studied and practiced both Western Medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) in China. I also received a Master degree in Nutrition Sciences from the University of Washington in Seattle. I have over 20 years of experience in health care, as an OB/GYN doctor in China, a clinical research specialist in the department of OB/GYN at the University of Washington Medical Center, and a certified nutritionist for the US Federal WIC program. With knowledge, experience, and passion, I started my private practice of TCM in 1996.
I studied and practiced both Western Medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) in China. I also received a Master degree in Nutrition Sciences from the University of Washington in Seattle. I have over 20 years of experience in health care, as an OB/GYN doctor in China, a clinical research specialist in the department of OB/GYN at the University of Washington Medical Center, and a certified nutritionist for the US Federal WIC program. With knowledge, experience, and passion, I started my private practice of TCM in 1996.
My nutrition philosophy is unique in that I focus on providing evidence-based, individualized nutrition recommendations focusing on moderation, variety, and how to fit patients' favorite foods into a healthy eating lifestyle. This can improve quality of life for many individuals who feel they must restrict certain foods to be healthy or lose weight. In addition, I have a special passion for working with individuals with eating disorders, athletes/dancers, weight management, and GI conditions/food allergies. I look forward to supporting you in your nutrition and health journey.
My nutrition philosophy is unique in that I focus on providing evidence-based, individualized nutrition recommendations focusing on moderation, variety, and how to fit patients' favorite foods into a healthy eating lifestyle. This can improve quality of life for many individuals who feel they must restrict certain foods to be healthy or lose weight. In addition, I have a special passion for working with individuals with eating disorders, athletes/dancers, weight management, and GI conditions/food allergies. I look forward to supporting you in your nutrition and health journey.
I LOVE helping people live healthier. My style is highly comprehensive - looking at the many pieces that make up our nutritional health. I am skillful at helping people reach a healthier weight (especially those who have attempted other ways unsuccessfully). I am also passionate about topics like brain health, good mood foods, preteen/teen nutrition, ADHD/ADD, confidence and self- esteem, nutrient deficiencies, eating best for your DNA, food sensitivity and anti-inflammation recommendations (Leap MRT testing). I also have a significant clinical background so eating for healthy aging and disease prevention is also in my wheelhouse.
I LOVE helping people live healthier. My style is highly comprehensive - looking at the many pieces that make up our nutritional health. I am skillful at helping people reach a healthier weight (especially those who have attempted other ways unsuccessfully). I am also passionate about topics like brain health, good mood foods, preteen/teen nutrition, ADHD/ADD, confidence and self- esteem, nutrient deficiencies, eating best for your DNA, food sensitivity and anti-inflammation recommendations (Leap MRT testing). I also have a significant clinical background so eating for healthy aging and disease prevention is also in my wheelhouse.
Eating is complex and personal. Eating can be joyful and nourishing or filled with conflict and pain from past experiences, sometimes passed down through generations. Aside from our individual and family history, our culture and often the world of health care can be harsh and stigmatizing about matters of size and shape and lead people to be in a constant battle with their bodies. Further, the world of nutrition and healthy eating advice can be full of contradiction, misinformation, and rigidity. Finally, any sort of physical issue or illness affected by eating behavior and food choices make it hard to know how to eat to be well.
Eating is complex and personal. Eating can be joyful and nourishing or filled with conflict and pain from past experiences, sometimes passed down through generations. Aside from our individual and family history, our culture and often the world of health care can be harsh and stigmatizing about matters of size and shape and lead people to be in a constant battle with their bodies. Further, the world of nutrition and healthy eating advice can be full of contradiction, misinformation, and rigidity. Finally, any sort of physical issue or illness affected by eating behavior and food choices make it hard to know how to eat to be well.
As a registered dietitian, my goal is to help my clients develop a healthy and peaceful relationship with food. Whether it’s how food was talked about in your family growing up, messages from social media or feedback and advice from well-intentioned friends, there is likely an overwhelming amount of nutrition information available to you. How do you know what’s right, factual or most appropriate for you? My goal is to help un-complicate this information with an anti-diet and individualized approach to help you address your nutrition related concerns and make eating easier.
As a registered dietitian, my goal is to help my clients develop a healthy and peaceful relationship with food. Whether it’s how food was talked about in your family growing up, messages from social media or feedback and advice from well-intentioned friends, there is likely an overwhelming amount of nutrition information available to you. How do you know what’s right, factual or most appropriate for you? My goal is to help un-complicate this information with an anti-diet and individualized approach to help you address your nutrition related concerns and make eating easier.
You're tired of trying to sort through all the nutrition noise online. You've done diets or programs in the past, only leaving you with feelings of "what now?". You feel stuck in an all or nothing mindset that you want to dismantle but don't know how.
You know there's got to be a less overwhelming way to support your health. Whether you have PCOS or hypothyroidism and want to address the fatigue or weight gain; or you want to prepare your body for pregnancy, you want personal insights to what YOUR body needs.
You're tired of trying to sort through all the nutrition noise online. You've done diets or programs in the past, only leaving you with feelings of "what now?". You feel stuck in an all or nothing mindset that you want to dismantle but don't know how.
You know there's got to be a less overwhelming way to support your health. Whether you have PCOS or hypothyroidism and want to address the fatigue or weight gain; or you want to prepare your body for pregnancy, you want personal insights to what YOUR body needs.
Hi there! I'm Jess - exciting to find you here! I refer to the care I provide as "nutrition therapy" rather than "dietitian services" because that feels most authentic to me. I have specialty training in eating disorders and a background in mental health, so no matter what sort of support you're looking for this is a safe space to examine all of the factors impacting your eating behaviors. I practice from a "Health At Every Size"-informed lens and include topics of intuitive eating and social justice in the care I provide. My practice has included people of all ages, gender identities, racial backgrounds, and religious beliefs.
Hi there! I'm Jess - exciting to find you here! I refer to the care I provide as "nutrition therapy" rather than "dietitian services" because that feels most authentic to me. I have specialty training in eating disorders and a background in mental health, so no matter what sort of support you're looking for this is a safe space to examine all of the factors impacting your eating behaviors. I practice from a "Health At Every Size"-informed lens and include topics of intuitive eating and social justice in the care I provide. My practice has included people of all ages, gender identities, racial backgrounds, and religious beliefs.
Welcome! I’m Autumn, a dietitian with over 17+ years of experience in healthy weight loss, gut health, and hormone health for women. I offer self-pay and insurance nutrition coverage, and provide free connection calls to see if we're a good fit to work to work together. My approach isn’t about strict diets or cutting out all your favorite foods. Together we'll create simple, realistic habits that support your metabolism, balance your blood sugar, and improve how you feel day-to-day - so the results actually last. I also offer advanced functional testing including Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis, and MRT food sensitivity testing.
Welcome! I’m Autumn, a dietitian with over 17+ years of experience in healthy weight loss, gut health, and hormone health for women. I offer self-pay and insurance nutrition coverage, and provide free connection calls to see if we're a good fit to work to work together. My approach isn’t about strict diets or cutting out all your favorite foods. Together we'll create simple, realistic habits that support your metabolism, balance your blood sugar, and improve how you feel day-to-day - so the results actually last. I also offer advanced functional testing including Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis, and MRT food sensitivity testing.
We believe you have the resources to start your day with more energy and vitality, and end it with less stress and tension. We can help you heal yourself, prevent illness, and feel connected to the energy in your body and environment.
We believe you have the resources to start your day with more energy and vitality, and end it with less stress and tension. We can help you heal yourself, prevent illness, and feel connected to the energy in your body and environment.
Carra is a Registered Dietitian (RD) who recognizes that nutrition is both universal and deeply personal. Nutrition isn’t just about eating—culture, goals, preferences, and habits all shape how we fuel ourselves. Carra provides a nonjudgmental space where individuals can connect nutrition and wellness and feel empowered to make sustainable changes.
Carra is a Registered Dietitian (RD) who recognizes that nutrition is both universal and deeply personal. Nutrition isn’t just about eating—culture, goals, preferences, and habits all shape how we fuel ourselves. Carra provides a nonjudgmental space where individuals can connect nutrition and wellness and feel empowered to make sustainable changes.
For nearly 10 years, my body rebelled against my conventional low-fat, convenience food diet with IBS, intense anxiety, constant cravings, and chronic knee pain (all before the age of 25!). It wasn't until I learned about the healing power of a real food, anti-inflammatory diet and discovered some food sensitivities that I saw a dramatic relief in my digestive and joint symptoms, plus an improvement in how my brain functioned. Now, I am passionate about helping others find their own relief, breakthroughs, and successes in their journey of healing using simple, nutritious foods!
For nearly 10 years, my body rebelled against my conventional low-fat, convenience food diet with IBS, intense anxiety, constant cravings, and chronic knee pain (all before the age of 25!). It wasn't until I learned about the healing power of a real food, anti-inflammatory diet and discovered some food sensitivities that I saw a dramatic relief in my digestive and joint symptoms, plus an improvement in how my brain functioned. Now, I am passionate about helping others find their own relief, breakthroughs, and successes in their journey of healing using simple, nutritious foods!
Welcome to Nourishing Waves Nutrition, I am glad you have landed here with hope that you are on your journey to healing your relationship with food and body. I provide telehealth services to clients residing in both Minnesota and Wisconsin, and in person services to clients in the Twin Cities.
Welcome to Nourishing Waves Nutrition, I am glad you have landed here with hope that you are on your journey to healing your relationship with food and body. I provide telehealth services to clients residing in both Minnesota and Wisconsin, and in person services to clients in the Twin Cities.
If you feel stuck in a cycle of food rules, body dissatisfaction, or dieting that leaves you drained and frustrated, you’re not alone. You may be recovering from disordered eating, managing health concerns like PCOS or digestive issues, or simply longing to enjoy food without guilt and feel at ease in your body.
If you feel stuck in a cycle of food rules, body dissatisfaction, or dieting that leaves you drained and frustrated, you’re not alone. You may be recovering from disordered eating, managing health concerns like PCOS or digestive issues, or simply longing to enjoy food without guilt and feel at ease in your body.
After more than 30 years in the field, my passion for nutrition continues. Seeing a client find relief from pain and exhaustion is a joy! Plus, I can relate to their desperation to get their life back. In 2005 I put my knowledge of nutrition to the test when, two weeks after invasive back surgery I was diagnosed with breast cancer. Shortly afterwards I discovered multiple food allergies. Once those were removed I stopped three prescription medications and feel better than I had in years. I absolutely love bringing that relief to clients!
After more than 30 years in the field, my passion for nutrition continues. Seeing a client find relief from pain and exhaustion is a joy! Plus, I can relate to their desperation to get their life back. In 2005 I put my knowledge of nutrition to the test when, two weeks after invasive back surgery I was diagnosed with breast cancer. Shortly afterwards I discovered multiple food allergies. Once those were removed I stopped three prescription medications and feel better than I had in years. I absolutely love bringing that relief to clients!
I am a registered dietitian with 15 years of experience specializing in helping clients struggling with IBS navigate the Low FODMAP diet and find symptom relief. I also support clients in their health journey manage celiac disease, food allergies and sensitivities, planning family meals and raising healthy eaters, weight loss or maintenance, diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and kidney disease. I am licensed in multiple states including Minnesota, Wisconsin, Nebraska, and Missouri.
I am a registered dietitian with 15 years of experience specializing in helping clients struggling with IBS navigate the Low FODMAP diet and find symptom relief. I also support clients in their health journey manage celiac disease, food allergies and sensitivities, planning family meals and raising healthy eaters, weight loss or maintenance, diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and kidney disease. I am licensed in multiple states including Minnesota, Wisconsin, Nebraska, and Missouri.
How to tell if Natural Health is right for me?
Minnesota Health Professionals have broad skills and are able to work with a wide range of symptoms.
Complementary and alternative health, natural health or holistic health is a non-medical path to well-being. It sees the physical, mental and spiritual aspects of life as closely interconnected and balanced. Advocates typically use a wide variety of alternative practices, the most common of which include: Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Homeopathy, Massage Therapy, Naturopathy, Nutrition, Osteopathy, and Physical Therapy.
Complementary and alternative health, natural health or holistic health is a non-medical path to well-being. It sees the physical, mental and spiritual aspects of life as closely interconnected and balanced. Advocates typically use a wide variety of alternative practices, the most common of which include: Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Homeopathy, Massage Therapy, Naturopathy, Nutrition, Osteopathy, and Physical Therapy.
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