Medical Nutrition Therapy Approach

Food is powerful—and when used intentionally, it becomes part of your healing.


At Holistika, Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) is more than a meal plan. It’s a personalized, evidence-based approach that uses nutrition and lifestyle changes to help manage chronic conditions, support your body’s natural functions, and improve your overall quality of life. Whether you’re navigating diabetes, hormonal imbalances, or digestive issues, we’re here to guide you with care that’s rooted in science and centered on you.

What Is Medical Nutrition Therapy?

Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) is a clinical, evidence-based approach to using food and lifestyle changes to manage and improve chronic health conditions. It's more than just giving advice—it’s a personalized care plan developed by licensed nutrition professionals to help your body heal and function better.

At Holistika, MNT is at the heart of what we do. Our licensed nutritionists and dietitians work one-on-one with you to understand your symptoms, review labs, and create a plan that supports your goals—while taking into account your medical history, preferences, and lifestyle.

How Can Medical Nutrition Therapy Help?

MNT can support both prevention and treatment of many chronic health conditions, and it’s often covered by insurance. Whether you're newly diagnosed or have been managing a condition for years, nutrition plays a powerful role in your well-being.

We support clients with:

  • Type 2 Diabetes and prediabetes

  • High cholesterol, high blood pressure, and heart disease

  • Fatty liver and metabolic syndrome

  • PCOS and hormone imbalances

  • Gastrointestinal conditions (IBS, reflux, constipation, etc.)

  • Kidney disease (early stages, with Medicare coverage)

With MNT, you’ll learn how to use food, movement, and habits as part of your care plan—while feeling supported every step of the way.

Why Does It Matter?

MNT gives you more control over your health. Many people are given medications without understanding how much food and lifestyle choices can impact their symptoms and labs.

Here’s why it matters:

  • It empowers you to make sustainable, informed choices

  • It complements your medical care, not replaces it

  • It helps you understand your body—not just your diagnosis

You deserve care that’s personal, compassionate, and rooted in science.

What to Expect from Your Appointment

Your initial visit is a deep dive into your health story. You’ll meet with our licensed and functional nutritionists who will listen to your concerns and help connect the dots between your symptoms and root causes.

What your appointment includes:

  • A full health, nutrition, and lifestyle assessment

  • Review of your current labs and medications

  • A custom nutrition and wellness plan based on your needs

  • Support in setting small, realistic goals

  • Guidance with meal ideas, supplements (if needed), and insurance-covered follow-ups

We meet you where you are—and guide you to where you want to be.