Nutritional Therapy
A holistic approach to your wellbeing
Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioners have a broad lens when it comes to health. The easiest way to explain Nutritional Therapy vs simply working with a nutritionist is that functional nutrition is holistic: we look at the whole person, your life circumstances, health history and intrinsic motivations to identify the best nutrition plan for you - for the long haul.
Whole body wellness isn't just about what goes in your mouth, but what happens before, during and after that paints the full, interconnected picture of health, food and nutrition.
Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioners:
Identify underlying symptoms in the body and correct imbalances with a whole food, nutrient dense diet and lifestyle changes
Investigate the many layers of overall health
Believe in a bio-individual approach when it comes to food
Help people reintegrate with the innate intelligence of the body
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"We are forever grateful for the impact Jillian has had on our lives!”
“For as long as I can remember I’ve had “a sweet tooth.” I have consistently had a great exercise routine (group fitness classes about 4 times per week), so I felt like I could treat myself to desserts and eating whatever my body wanted. While balancing life with 2 kids, a husband who is a firefighter, jobs in mental health and non-profit leadership, and volunteer work, I started to notice some acid reflux. I thought it was stress, but since knowing Jillian from the gym, I thought I would see if there was something nutritionally I could do to help rather than committing to taking medication the rest of my life. I had no idea the level of transformation which would result from our work together! I learned so much about my body, food as medicine and how to make life choices which align with my goal of holistic health and living a long life. My acid reflux went away almost immediately, my mood is more stable, I have more energy, and am able to push myself more at the gym. Even several months after finishing my work with Jillian, my husband and I regularly reflect on how much she has revolutionized our family’s health. We are forever grateful for the impact Jillian has had on our lives!”
-Katie Wilberding Cross
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"She helped my wife and me make sustainable changes to our eating habits."
Jillian is SO knowledgeable in nutrition, fitness, and all things Enneagram. She helped my wife and me make sustainable changes to our eating habits, which have significantly impacted our overall health and ability to increase our endurance/strength in mountain biking and overall fitness. Her ability to explain complex concepts about the body and overall well-being in a relatable way is truly impressive. Jillian is fantastic, and I highly recommend her services!
-Alana Golob
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"I had no idea how good I could feel until I worked with Jillian on my nutrition."
I have had chronic blood sugar and digestion issues for so long following many years of stress, strict dieting, and over exercising. I always thought I was eating "healthy" and exercising they way I should be. I had come to terms that my digestion and my way of life was normal. I had no idea how good I could feel until I worked with Jillian on my nutrition and my mindset around what healthy really meant. Within one week, I felt a major shift in energy, sleep, mood, hunger, and digestion. I loved working with Jillian. She created an individualized plan that was specific to my needs and goals. She was patient and encouraging with the perfect amount of push. She dove into all aspects of my nutrition which is what is required to make the difference. Jillian is always checking in, sending good food tips and recipes, and is available to answer my questions. To say that this experience has changed my life forever is an understatement. I have no intentions on making this a temporary fix which is another reason working with Jillian has been so great. This is not a traditional diet or "diet" at all. This is a way of life that will change your health for the long haul.
-Miranda Drew
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"For the first time in my wellness journey, I feel like I have found a sustainable way to manage choices that impact my body."
Jillian helped transform the way I think about food, and I am confident this will have a life changing impact on my health. Jillian takes a look at the whole person - beliefs, values, attitudes, habits, and routines - and uses these principles to help foster a lifestyle of healthy decision making. For the first time in my wellness journey, I feel like I have found a sustainable way to manage choices that impact my body. Jillian breaks down advanced concepts in nutrition into accessible and digestible chunks of information. This science has given me a foundational knowledge that helps me make decisions that I feel good about at the grocery store or even out to eat. Since working with Jillian my health has improved dramatically. My energy is more stable throughout the day, my athletic performance has increased, my appetite and mood are more regulated, and I mentally and physically feel that I can get all that I need in the meals I'm able to create. This has liberated me from old habits and has helped me see food and wellness in a completely different light. I couldn't speak more highly of this incredible program and how much of a concrete difference it started to make in my life in a matter of weeks.
-Ali Marie Geiman
Here’s how it works
During this nutritional therapy journey, we take a deep dive into your overall health by looking at a handful of key elements. Specifically energy and adrenal repair, a whole-food, nutrient-dense diet, sleep, stress, digestion, blood sugar balance and hydration. All of these factors contribute to our physicality, how we feel day to day, and so much more! You will learn about food, how to choose foods that best support your body, as well as finding a deeper understanding of body systems directly responsible for specific areas of your health.
We work together for a minimum duration of three months. Incorporating new practices around eating, food prep and cooking takes time and I want be there with you every step of the way in order for this to become a permanent and life-long practice.
Here is what each of the three months includes:
2 sessions/month
First consultation 60-75 minutes, the following 30-45 minutes, all complete with notes, follow up emails, and corresponding resources
Recipes + meal plan + grocery lists
You will have access to me via email/text throughout the three months and will receive tons of additional resources to support your individualized plan
Month 1
Review your initial interview and Nutritional Assessment Questionnaire. This helps me identify what systems in your body are needing the most attention
Go over your food + mood journals (captured for four days). This provides understanding around what your current nutrition routine looks like
Provide nutritional + lifestyle recommendations and personalized plan for the next 4-6 weeks
Provide additional resources to aid in first month, including 60+ recipes
Month 2
Dive deeper into specific individual conditions/severity report from NAQ
Discuss supplements (if needed)
Make macronutrient adjustments
Month 3
Unique to each client, I will advise in choosing from the following: glucose/specific carbohydrate testing, blood glucose monitoring via Levels (continuous glucose monitoring system), a kitchen/cabinet clean out, grocery store outing, a meal prep/recipe at-home session, or assistance with a movement/workout regimen
Conduct a re-evaluation/testing + possible modifications to the individualized plan
Additional add-on months available if needed
Online nutrition services & nutrition for athletes
Work with me from anywhere: my functional nutrition services are available in person in Denver, Colorado or remotely.
Let’s make eating well and feeling great work for your life and your schedule.
Curious what you’ll be eating? Here are some recipes!
Purchase a meal plan online
with Jillian’s Nourished program
Have you ever wished someone would just tell you what to eat? Someone else to plan your meals for the day, pick recipes you trust are balanced, and compose your grocery list?
If you desire to eat a nutrient dense, whole food diet but struggle to find the time to research and plan your meals, this is the perfect fit.