Personalized nutrition that focuses on your needs today, tomorrow and your future 

1:1 counseling and credible nutrition information to support and guide you in making informed decisions about your health today, tomorrow, and in the future.

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Welcome

Educating, Encouraging and Empowering you.

Welcome to Modern Nutrition NW, a nutrition counseling service that incorporates the science of medical nutrition therapy with your nutrition goals, medical history, lifestyle, and preferences to create personalized nutrition recommendations.

Educating, encouraging, and empowering you with information to make choices about your food and nutrition without needing to follow rigid food rules or fad diets.

Expertise

Get personalized nutrition plans tailored to your needs from a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN).

Partnership

Experience the power of collaboration as we create a nutrition plan that fits your lifestyle and goals.

Services

Personalized plans that cater to your needs

Nutrition plans that address your health concerns, including preventative nutrition, diabetes, heart health, sports nutrition, and eating disorders, are tailored to your unique health journey.

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Sports Nutrition

Optimizing nutrition for peak performance and injury prevention.

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Diabetes Management

Education, skill development, and resources to support blood sugar management.

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Intuitive Eating

Nutrition therapy interventions to improve long-term outcomes for disordered eating and eating disorders, heart health, and pediatric nutrition.

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MISSION

Empowering your unique health journey

Transform your health journey with tailored nutrition plans, expert advice, and credible nutrition information that addresses your health concerns and empowers you to reach your goals.

Educate

Learn about medical nutrition therapy and body diversity from a registered dietitian nutritionist.

Encourage

Develop and practice new skills and strategies to implement the new information.

Empower

Gain confidence and agency by taking purposeful action in pursuing your nutrition goals.

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When I say Krista is the absolute BEST member of my entire Endo-Team, I wholeheartedly mean it, she has added so much to my life, not just as a patient, but I consider her a friend. There have been so many, and I mean SO many times, in which she has advocated for me as a patient and has taught me so much about having grace with myself and understanding/accepting that diabetes is a struggle, but she really has made me feel like I am not alone.

Liz Cam

Working with Krista was truly transformative for me. Having navigated the challenges of PCOS and Gestational Diabetes during pregnancy, I found myself in need of expert guidance on what to eat during such a stressful period. Krista provided invaluable support and equipped me with practical tools for effective meal planning. Her expertise and personalized approach empowered me and restored my sense of well-being. I highly recommend working with Krista for a truly enriching and positive nutritional journey.

Victoria P

Krista is so amazing! Her knowledge and care went a long way with my difficult journey!

Jennifer M

Krista's nutritional advice helped lower my A1C two years ago, and I am back for a refresher this year! She's a pleasure to work with, highly professional, very knowledgeable, and always eager to help.

John T

Krista is so amazing! Her knowledge and care went a long way with my difficult journey!

Jennifer M

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Latest entries

Explore food, nutrition, and body diversity in these latest entries from the Modern Nutrition NW Journal

Non Perishable Food for Camping With Menu

For the past several summers at least one of our camping trips we have been without the convenience of a cooler due to the remote location of our camping adventures. Menu planning for several days with no refrigeration can be a little challenging, especially if you want to look forward to what you’ll be eating. I’m sharing my three day menu of non perishable food for camping that takes into consideration both nutrition and taste.
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Toppings for Smoothie Bowls to Boost Fiber and Protein

When putting together your smoothie bowl the options are endless. You can get really creative with it by considering different flavor combinations, texture, appearance and nutrition. Here are my top 4 toppings for smoothie bowls that always deliver on taste, texture, aesthetics and give me a boost of fiber and protein...
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What to Eat Before Running a 10k

If you are preparing to run a 10k and looking to optimize your performance we need to talk about pre-race nutrition. Distance running is an energy demanding sport and understanding your fueling needs, both in training and on race day, is critical to sustain long runs and prevent injury. Knowing what to eat before running a 10k allows you to go into the race feeling confident and prepared.
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