Hello, I’m Ali and I am certified holistic Health Coach!  I received my training to practice at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, which is the only nutrition school integrating all the different dietary theories—combining the knowledge of traditional philosophies with modern concepts like the USDA food pyramid, the glycemic index, the Zone and raw foods. My certification is board certified by the AADP.

I have been practicing yoga since 2005 and intend on receiving my yoga teacher training as well and becoming a certified personal trainer. I also love being outdoors and enjoy many activities such as hiking, swimming, kayaking, running, paddle boarding, snowboarding and ice-skating.

Ali’s Holistic Approach
I practice a holistic approach to nutrition, which means that I look at how all areas of your life are connected. Does stress at your job or in your relationship cause you to overeat? Does lack of sleep or low energy prevent you from exercising? Are your food choices affecting your love life? As we work together, we look at how all parts of your life affect the whole.

No one diet works for everyone
The concept of bio-individuality is that each person has their own nutritional needs. So, when the experts say, “dairy is good for you” or “fat is unhealthy,” it’s too much of a generalization. One person’s food is another person’s poison, and that’s why fad diets don’t work in the long run. I look at your age, health, activity level, blood type, metabolic rate and personal preferences to determine your dietary needs.

Everything is Food
Healthy relationships, a fulfilling career, regular physical activity and a spiritual practice are essential forms of nourishment. When these “primary foods” are balanced, what you eat becomes secondary.

Ali’s Healthy Eating Plate
My plate depicts a balanced approach to nutrition: more high-quality, organic vegetables, fruits, complex carbohydrates, protein and water; less meat, milk, sugar and artificial food. The plate contains primary foods; the parts of life that satisfy our hunger for living and create a balanced life.
Read more about it here.

Ali’s Mission
My mission is to play a crucial role in improving health, happiness and relationships of individuals and their partners, and through that process, create an effect that transforms the world around them.