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Natalie has always been a food
enthusiast, and even in childhood was nicknamed the “food
police” by her family. She was always aware of what other people
were eating and would voice her concerns if she didn’t agree
with their portion sizes or food choices. Natalie’s innate sense
of balanced eating combined with family members that were
struggling with digestive issues made nutrition a deeply
interesting field of study. Natalie graduated with a Bachelor of
Science in Food, Nutrition and Dietetics in 2005 and during
school was a member of the Student Dietetic Association,
American Dietetic Association, Phi Upsilon Omicron Society and
the National Society of Collegiate Scholars.
During her junior year of college, Natalie began to experience
severe stomach issues such as bloating, alternating
constipation/diarrhea and intense cramping that affected her
every time she ate. Her symptoms were later diagnosed as
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) but conventional treatment
methods for IBS had done little to relieve her pain and had
sometimes escalated her discomfort. After graduation, Natalie
began working for Transformation Enzyme Corporation in Houston,
TX, a nutrition research and digestive enzyme company, in the
clinical and technical support division. Although skeptical at
first, it was at Transformation that she first began learning
the importance of supplements and how they can dramatically
improve health when diets and lifestyles are not balanced.
Natalie began a daily enzyme regimen specific for IBS and began
noticing improvements immediately in her digestive function.
Within 4 months, she had recovered from IBS and was able to
integrate all foods back into her diet. This personal experience
prompted Natalie to study, read and research information about
supplemental enzymes. She moved up quickly at Transformation to
clinic coordinator and also functioned as an educator to
doctors, health practitioners and patients regarding clinical
applications of supplemental enzymes.
Since then, Natalie has gained experience in the retail food
industry and health coaching services through working at Whole
Foods Market and other established wellness companies. Her
well-rounded, holistic view of nutrition and health has become
the foundation for her own practice which has allowed her to
consult individuals, families, groups and businesses on all
aspects of nutrition and health. In addition to working with
clients, Natalie writes nutrition articles for several research
companies, is featured on radio programs and has been asked to
co-author a cookbook entitled, “Recipes to Heal Your Ulcerative
Colitis.” Natalie will also continue her education by completing
her dietetic internship this year to become a registered
dietitian (RD).
Natalie is inspired by helping others achieve their goals and
knows that the primary way of doing this is by living what she
preaches, so it is her utmost priority to be healthy, active and
fit. Be sure to check out Natalie’s personal weekly meal plan
below to get some tips on how to stay slim and healthy.
Natalie currently resides in Austin, Texas with her husband,
Craig and dog, Chance.
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