Health Professionals near Penrose, NC

Each patient that comes in to see me has a story to tell. I listen and address the root causes that guides each person towards a path to health and well-being. We will create an individualized program that includes meal planning and recipes, along with a functional approach to feeling better and getting the results you want. If needed, we can test for food sensitivities using LEAP/MRT, hormones, micronutrient deficiencies, cardiometabolic, and stool testing for gut health. This holistic approach assesses someone's body as a whole to bring balance back into one's life.

Do you struggle knowing what foods are good for your kidney health? Do you see conflicting information online and feel confused about what is best for you? Did you only get a one page handout from your nephrologist with foods to avoid and foods to eat? If you answered YES to any of these questions, you are not alone and you are in the right place! Feeling overwhelmed about what to eat to improve and protect your kidney function is all too common. As a Renal Dietitian with over 10 year of experience, I help adults with CKD protect their kidneys and improve energy levels by increasing confidence with food.

Emily practices out of Health Loft and specializes in working with Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Plant Based Diets, Digestive Issues, Body Image Concerns and other conditions. She strongly believes that all foods fit and strives to help clients in their food freedom journey. Using a weight neutral and non-judgemental approach, Emily believes that health is multifactorial and will work to see you as a person, rather than a diagnosis. Emily has spent the majority of her career in higher levels of care for eating disorder treatment (RES, PHP, IOP) treating various eating disorders diagnoses.

I offer weight-inclusive care to neurodivergent and neurotypical individuals struggling with eating disorders, disordered eating habits, and chronic dieting. My goal is to provide a safe and supportive space for individuals to explore their relationship with food and body, and to empower them to make decisions that align with their own unique needs and values.

Nutritious Thoughts is a team of compassion-centered dietitians empowering individuals to change their lives though nourishment & healing. We practice under the philosophy that humans of all body sizes, shapes, & abilities are worthy of care. Through a weight inclusive approach, we help you create sustainable goals by focusing on gentle, maintainable change. During our work together, we will prioritize getting to know you as a whole person while recognizing our similarities & honoring our differences. We strive to create an authentic human experience through connection & creating positive relationships with food, body, and movement

I help patients whose lives are gripped by anxiety and stress. I know first hand what it feels like to have life ruled by anxiety and stress, as this was my experience for the first couple of decades of my life. I also know the freedom that comes with learning to navigate these experiences in ways that release the hold they have. I frequently write about this in my blog: https://dremilycolwell.com/blog/.

My hope is to accompany you on your journey of re-discovering the sacred connection to your body while healing your relationship with food. Everyone is born with intuitive wisdom to nourish and care for themselves, no matter how dormant it may feel. I use a non-diet approach to nutrition based on intuitive eating principles, health at every size, and flexible thinking. I specialize in nutrition therapy for eating disorders, disordered eating, and chronic dieting. I am licensed in North Carolina & South Carolina.

I've seen the strengths and weaknesses of modern medicine firsthand as a Medic and Critical Care Nurse over 23 years. There is no easy way to convey the power I've s seen through Eastern Medicine techniques, many of which are now being brought to the mainstream. Whether it's dietary threapy, herbal medicine, needling, cuppin, they have their roots in Eastern Medicine. The modern takes on these tools often lack the unifying vision for how and when to use them, when not to, when to be gentle and when to be more aggressive. These are the kinds of neiuances only a comprehensively trained practitioner can offer to you.

Since Osteopathic medical school, I have always been interested in the body’s innate ability to heal itself using holistic and natural principles. At Knox Wellness, we believe in combining traditional therapies with a cutting edge approach to wellness. We use a combination of functional and integrative medicine providing a complete wellness concept by addressing the whole person rather than just symptoms of disease. We integrate all of these concepts together providing true personalized care. We also use advanced, adjunctive therapies such as IV vitamin infusions, ozone therapy, and more.

I work with adults looking to take a food-first approach to balance hormones, optimize fertility, improve gut issues, support autoimmunity, increase energy, and reduce cravings, aches, and pains. While trained in functional nutrition, I focus on treating the whole person with not only nutrition, but other evidence-based health practices such as movement, stress management, and sleep hygiene to address root causes. My goal is to leave you with less confusion and cravings, and more energy to live your life day-to-day, confidence in your ability to maintain your health, and excitement around food!

Dr. Krystal focuses on acupuncture for depression, back pain, neck pain, hormonal balance, cancer, stress management, and anxiety. She also loves supporting women who are trying to conceive. She specializes in acupuncture for fertility and pregnancy.

My goal is to meet people where they are, and aid them in building a sustainable relationship with food and movement. I educate on how improving their nutrition can improve their mental and emotional health along with their physical well-being. I focus on "Improvement, not perfection!" As a certified group fitness instructor for over 22 years, I am able to help clients design a movement plan that works for them. While using a H.A.E.S, and intuitive eating approach, they are able to enjoy the journey of improvibg their relationship with food and movement.

My ideal client is eager to transform their well-being through mindful eating and nutrition practices. They are seeking a solution that doesn't just address symptoms but nourishes their body from within. They are ready to make changes but need guidance and to be provided the tools to do so.

Is this you? You were diagnosed with PCOS and told to “just lose weight and come back when you want to get pregnant” but you have symptoms that you want addressed now... like elevated blood sugar, fatigue, and irregular periods. You've tried so many diets but dieting only leads you to binge because you have constant hunger and sugar cravings. You love the idea of intuitive eating and letting go of dieting but you're not sure what that looks like when you're trying to manage PCOS.

Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor. Are you feeling frustrated with dieting, following rigid eating plans, or overwhelmed with so much nutrition information out there? Are you looking for a positive and sustainable relationship with food and your body or hoping to better manage a health condition such as diabetes, heart disease, or PCOS? I focus on a non-diet health first approach and together we create a personalized nutrition plan that helps you meet your individual nutrition goals. I enjoy working with adults, teens, and families with young children. My services are covered by most BCBS health insurance policies.

Kate holds a doctorate in clinical nutrition and has earned in a master's degree in human nutrition and functional medicine. Kate helps women live their best lives by optimizing their nutrition and lifestyles. Women have unique life stages and conditions and their nutrition needs reflect this. From infertility to perinatal to perimenopause, Kate guides her clients through a functional nutrition lens.

If you are struggling to develop a peaceful relationship with food, know that you are not alone. Confusing messages telling us how to eat, what to eat, and when to eat can make us wonder why eating has gotten so complicated. The short answer: it doesn't have to be. Whether you have been diagnosed with an eating disorder, suffer from disordered eating, or just want to know how to nourish your body without going on another diet, I can help.

Issues we can tackle together: eating disorders, gut health (IBS, SIBO, UC), yo-yo dieting, weight management, prenatal nutrition, postpartum nutrition, childhood nutrition, and/or preventative nutrition. I want every client to feel better, reach their health goals, and gain a healthy relationship with ALL foods. I do not take a one size fits all approach and I work with you based on where you are now.

Leslie Meyers, ND is a licensed and board certified Naturopathic Doctor, after receiving a doctorate degree from Bastyr University in Seattle. Her focuses include women's health, fertility, and gastrointestinal issues. She worked as a general medicine practitioner for 6 years in Seattle prior to moving to Asheville in 2014. Dr. Meyers is dedicated to treating patients using herbal medicine, homeopathy, nutrient therapy, nutrition and lifestyle counseling in private practice at Waterleaf Naturopathic Medicine in Asheville and also virtually. Note: Dr. Meyers does not do ozone therapy.