Nutritional Counseling
Nourish Your Body, Support Your Healing
Therapy offers space for emotional healing, but what you put on your plate also influences that process. Led by a licensed dietitian, our nutritional counseling program explores how food and supplements can be effective tools in supporting your long-term wellness, helping to reduce inflammation and stress. We’ll guide you through simple, practical steps to feel better each day.
Food Affects More Than You Think
Food isn’t just fuel. It influences mood, pain levels, and how your body manages stress. Trauma survivors often experience disruptions in appetite, blood sugar fluctuations, or gut imbalances. People with chronic pain also tend to have higher inflammation levels. These issues can increase anxiety or make pain feel more intense. Clinical studies show that proper nutrition can be crucial for healing, with findings that highlight the strong link between diet and mental health:
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Stress and eating habits: Adults who eat more junk food face a greater risk of developing depression and psychological stress.1
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Trauma and digestion: Harvard researchers emphasize the powerful gut-brain connection, noting that changes in gut health directly influence mood and stress responses.2
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Chronic pain and diet: Anti-inflammatory foods have been shown to decrease pain and enhance emotional well-being in people with chronic pain.3
Nutrition for Both Body and Mind
Nutritional counseling provides an opportunity to understand how food, supplements, and natural supports impact your physical and mental health. At Innova, you’ll discover what your body needs and explore healthy strategies that fit your lifestyle. Instead of focusing on diets or strict rules, our team will guide you in making sustainable nutritional choices that give your body a more stable foundation for healing.
Anti-Inflammatory Foods
Learn how chronic inflammation relates to pain and understand the basics of an anti-inflammatory diet, which includes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, fish, and healthy oils like olive oil.
Targeted Supplements
Certain vitamins and minerals can significantly help reduce pain and support nervous system health. Explore the potential benefits of omega-3s, vitamin D, magnesium, and other relevant nutrients, and see how they may aid your healing process.
Genetic Influences
Research has shown that genetics can affect how individuals perceive pain and respond to treatments. Learn about genetic variations related to chronic pain and what genetic testing might entail for you and your recovery plan.
Nutrition Planning
Discover practical ways to plan meals, shop, and organize your home environment to make healthy choices easier. Create a personal action plan that addresses obstacles like stress, limited time, or energy.
Innova Peace: Chronic Pain PHP
At Innova, we understand that chronic pain is rarely just physical. It often involves stress, fear, and emotional struggles that perpetuate the cycle. That’s why we created Innova Peace, a specialized Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) focused on chronic pain. This distinctive program utilizes a structured approach that treats the mind, body, and spirit through an intensive combination of traditional therapies and holistic practices.
You’ll learn tools to manage and work through the emotional and psychological burdens that often accompany years of pain. Innova Peace offers a safe environment led by expert therapists, where your pain is taken seriously, your story is honored, and your recovery is supported every step of the way.
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Give Your Body What It Needs to Heal
You don’t have to overhaul your life to support your body. You just need the right tools and guidance. Whether you’re looking for help with healthier eating habits or finding supplements that work, we’re here to walk with you every step of the way. Discover how nutrition can ease pain and boost recovery at Innova today.