Sunflower Nutrition, LLC
Canton, MI
Canton, MI
Specializing in adolescent nutrition. Sports, eating disorders, weight inclusive, Family-Based treatment.
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How important is a healthy diet to someone’s health and wellbeing?
No one diet is for everyone. Food and nutrition are much more than health. They are influenced by culture, traditions and enjoyment.
What do you love most about your job?
Empowering clients to reach their full potential.
What inspired you to start your own business?
Flexibility to raise my children and still use my talents.
Why should our clients choose you?
If my services match the client goals and needs great! Let’s see if we are can work together.
Can you provide your services online or remotely? If so, please add details.
Virtual counseling available using HIPPA compliant Doxy portal.
Nutrition Assessment
Individualized nutrition assessment, treatment planning, counseling and education. Coordination of care with treatment team and medical providers.
Nutrition Counseling
One on one individualized counseling based on your goals and treatment plan.
Parent Coaching for Eating Disorders: Food is Medicine
Are you on a waiting list to get expert education and support for your child who is showing worrisome signs of a possible eating disorder? Is your child currently hospitalized for malnutrition or a very low heart rate? Have you tried to find a registered dietitian who specializes in young preteens and adolescents? Have you heard about family-based treatment but do not know what to do? Are you just not sure if your child has a real problem but have noticed weight loss, and more tell-tale symptoms or complaints of being cold, crabby, or constipated?
Melanie will provide a 4-week series of topics that will educate and empower families and provide resources and empowerment. Topics include: What do the symptoms mean? EDGE tool red flags, growth charts tell a story, food is medicine best practices, phases of FBT, Nutrition toolbox for parents and teens, thoughts about co-morbidities. Calls will be held via Zoom. Limit 5 families per call. Sessions repeat monthly. If you miss one you may join next month.
Who should attend?
Parents or caregivers who are helping their child, adolescent, or college student who has an eating disorder. Early intervention is the ideal approach to prevent long-term side effects and chronicity. Recovery is possible! Parents play a vital role in nourishment and recovery.
