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Meet ReneeRegistered Dietitian & Nutritionist

Meet Renee

Registered Dietitian & Nutritionist

Hi, I’m Renee. Thanks for stopping by. I’ve been a registered dietitian and nutritionist for over 14 years and love what I do. I originally went into dietetics because I wanted to help people feel good—and I believe that feeling good is both physical and mental, which is why my focus is not only on health and nutrition, but happiness too.

General nutrition counseling is what started it all, and I still love to practice in that area. After struggling with my own GI issues for years, I turned to functional nutrition to address the root cause of my symptoms. My own experience healing my gut inspired me to develop my expertise in gut health and the management of GI conditions so I could help others find relief just like I did. To date, I have helped hundreds of clients with everything from IBS to Crohn’s, and beyond.

Life is meant to be enjoyed, but that can be really difficult to do if you don’t feel well. And things like chronic stomach pain, bad headaches and trouble with weight management can all make feeling well fairly impossible. But the human body is incredible, and when given the chance to shine, can make reaching even the most daunting goals possible.

My philosophy is simple. I don’t believe in good foods or bad foods (just “better for you than others” foods). I think all foods have a place in a well-balanced diet—it’s the balance part that’s important. I don’t believe in deprivation. I believe in nourishment. And I don’t believe in diets. I believe in taking a root-cause approach to your health to create sustainable, long-term change. I believe in small but impactful changes that, over time, will improve your quality of life. Come work with me and see for yourself!

-Renee

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

Indiana University
B.S. in Applied Health Science, Concentration in Dietetics
Ball State University
Dietetics Internship
Professional Organizations
The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
The Nutrition Entrepreneurs Practice Group
A Few Fun Facts
A Few Fun Facts

•It took me nearly 30 years to recognize the importance of self care. Now, I start just about every day with meditation, movement and a nutritious breakfast. 

•My favorite thing to cook on the weekends is soup. I love one-pot meals (year-round) that can sit on the stove all day and be easily reheated.

•The only vegetable I don’t like is raw onions.

•But my favorite vegetable would have to be arugula. I love arugula! It goes with everything, from eggs to seafood to pizza.

•If I weren’t a dietitian, I would have become either a therapist or an anthropologist. I love working one-on-one with people. And I’m passionate about studying different cultures, past and present.

TESTIMONIALS

  • "I learned a ton and she walked me through the entire process... I lost weight but more importantly I learned how to eat (properly) for the rest of my life."

    M.K., Chicago

  • "Within 3 weeks of working with Renee, I felt so much better. She is a true partner in helping you understand what is causing your problems and helping you create a sustainable plan"

    Molly W.

  • "Renee was committed to designing a practical meal plan, highlighting both positive and negative health behaviors, and helping me formulate manageable goals for myself. But most importantly, she identified the things which motivated and discouraged me better than I could have even for myself... It changed the way I viewed my relationship with myself, with others, and ultimately, with food."

    Libby S., Chicago

  • "My biggest regret is that I didn't work with Renee sooner. I've had fantastic results in terms of managing my IBS symptoms and losing weight"

    Mike M.

  • "Renee is both incredibly knowledgeable about nutritional science and an empathetic listener who gives great, practical advice. She helped me to understand the root of my relationship with food, and worked with me to set goals that resulted in the creation of positive, lasting habits."

    T.K., Chicago

  • "Today, 5 months after staring the gut healing protocol with Renee, I feel like a totally different person. My bloating, stomach pain, and constipation have decreased significantly, if not totally. I can enjoy food again and eat without pain!"

    Liz N.

  • "Over the last month I've been working with Renee, I've seen more results than I had in three months on my own... I can honestly say that she's helped me figure out a way eat healthfully for the rest of my life. You rock, Renee!"

    Britt C., Chicago

  • "During my first meeting with Renee, my hopelessness about my IBS changed to hopefulness. My quality of life since meeting Renee has changed drastically for the better. I have normal bowel movements. I am not in pain or bloated after eating and I can enjoy my favorite foods again. I feel like a normal person. You can't go wrong with Renee!!"

    Una T.

  • Renee improved my digestive issues like no other healthcare professional has been able to before. I have struggled for years with symptoms of laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR): excess mucus on my vocal cords, throat clearing and coughing which really interfered with my singing and speaking voice. I also had IBS symptoms (which I won’t describe here). In just 3-4 months, Renee got my gut health in excellent shape! I also learned a lot about digestion and nutrition from her which will keep me on the right track going forward. Do yourself and your gut a favor and see Renee!

    Val
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