Good nutrition plays a vital role in good health. Poor diet can lead to weight management issues and contribute to chronic health problems like diabetes, cancer and heart disease.
Through the Certified Culinary Medicine Specialist (CCMS) program, Moriah Riggins learned how to transform patients’ lives through nutrition counseling with practical diet suggestions tailored to their unique health needs. With a combination of nutritional knowledge and culinary skills, she helps patients incorporate healthy eating and lifestyle changes to address specific issues like obesity, ADHD, celiac disease and allergies, as well as help with healthy family meal planning.
Whether you have a picky eater or a voracious athlete, Moriah provides practical, effective guidance on nutrition, exercise and living your healthiest life.
Who can benefit from nutrition counseling?
Nutrition counseling is not limited to any specific group. It can potentially be a huge benefit to the overall health of:
What can I expect from nutrition counseling?
Moriah Riggins will assess your child’s eating habits, health concerns and illnesses, then discuss your child’s goals. She’ll take all of that information and create a personalized plan, then gauge the progress and make any needed adjustments during follow-up sessions.
Is nutrition counseling about strict food rules?
No, creating rigid rules around food isn’t very effective. Good nutrition counseling is about creating realistic plans and building supportive habits that fit the child’s needs and the family’s lifestyle.
Can nutrition counseling help eating habits during the school day?
Yes, Moriah can offer guidance around breakfast, lunches, snacks, hydration, and routines that fit a child’s school-day schedule.
Can nutrition counseling help my picky eater?
Nutrition counseling can help families better understand selective eating patterns and build a realistic plan for improving variety over time instead of repeating the same frustrating mealtime cycle.
