My definition of nutrition

Integrative and Functional Nutrition

My approach of care is deeply rooted in a Functional Medicine model, which means an individualized, patient-centered, and science-based approach. I will be addressing root causes of diseases rather than a symptoms-based care. When I see you, I genuinely care, listen, empathize and be present to your health needs. Together we will look at your whole health history and dive deep into everything about you. Your intuition will be a guide for me to learn about your story and to understand the “puzzle pieces” of your health.

Nutrition isn’t just about eating foods that are typically considered healthy.

It isn’t about restriction and leaving behind all the pleasure that you have with food. Nutrition is about learning to nourish our body in a healthy way. It’s about making small, progressive, and good choices that works for your unique body, lifestyle, and needs. Improvement on lifestyle and spiritual well-being are included in the process.

Beyond meal plans and weight loss

I’m all about investing in your sustainable and healthy change. We will develop the foundational skills that you need to become an expert for your own health journey. Low body weight may not always mean healthy. Therefore, we avoid hyperfocusing on the weight scale or clothes sizes. Those are all noises and distractions from reaching the true healthy you.

Nutrition for everybody

Nutrition is not just for specific groups of people with particular cultural backgrounds but for everybody—beyond the typical Eurocentric nutritional approach. We are unique individuals who can’t be fitted into a specific mold of dietary concept and expectations. It’s about celebrating our differences and uniqueness.

Cultural awareness in nutrition

Each treatment protocol is designed with considerations of your cultural background, lifestyle, and personal beliefs. Growing up in a Southeast Asian culture, I was richly exposed to different food ingredients, traditional health practices, and social expectations about health. I understand the struggles of staying healthy and choosing the right food ingredients while having a limited source of ingredients and food choices around me. Each culture also has its own health fears/myths and I’m here to provide you with science-based answers to those. We’re all about marrying your cultural influences and functional nutrition. Making your optimal version of a healthy lifestyle and diet.

Confused by all the nutrition myths and supplements advice out there?

I’ll help you navigate the noise and find what truly works for your health and lifestyle. What works for one person with the same health issue may not work for you. You should not be frustrated or feeling lost in finding the answers to your health issues.

“Ain’t nobody got time for that!”

I get it. The missing ingredient is TIME. Between work, family, and everything else, preparing healthy meals can feel impossible. That’s where I come in—to help you create meal plans and strategies that fit your busy schedule and budget, so you can still prioritize your health.