Personalized Low-Carb Nutrition & GLP-1 Care
Eat real food. Support your metabolism.
Personalized nutrition and medical weight-loss care rooted in a low-carbohydrate, whole-food approach without rigid diet rules.
A practical, whole-food approach
Healthy eating does not need to be complicated or extreme. Dr. Joanne Gordon helps patients develop a realistic lower-carbohydrate eating plan centered on quality protein, non-starchy vegetables, nourishing fats, and minimally processed foods.
Your plan is personalized to your health history, metabolic needs, medications, preferences, and lifestyle. The goal is not perfection. The goal is for you to have better energy, improved metabolic health, and a lifestyle that you can maintain.
Thoughtful GLP-1 care, personalized to you
GLP-1 medications can be valuable tools for weight management and metabolic health when medically appropriate. Dr. Gordon provides you with individualized evaluation, prescribing, and ongoing medical management.
Personalized medical review
Reviewing your health history, medications, goals, and response to treatment. Medication and dosing are adjusted when appropriate.
Whole-food nutrition planning
Creating a low-carbohydrate, whole-food plan that prioritizes protein and essential nutrients while addressing nausea, constipation, and other digestive concerns.
Protecting strength and metabolic health
Supporting muscle and bone health during weight loss with adequate protein, strength-building activity, and ongoing metabolic monitoring.
Food and medication work together
GLP-1 medications can reduce appetite. Protein, hydration, essential nutrients, and a whole-food eating plan remain important for your health, strength, and long-term success.
Jennifer W
“I was getting monthly migraines. After consulting with Dr. Gordon, I made changes to my diet and started hormonal support which helped my body in a lot of ways. Since starting Dr. Gordon's program, I'm doing a lot of things differently now. I'm more consistent with my meals and have added fasting which seems to work really well for me. My weight has gone down significantly and my overall fitness is a lot better”
Norman K
“I have found that in my elderly years naturopahtic medicine has been a solution to problems that general medicine has not been able to address for me. Diet and an active life is paramount to being healthy. I had terrible neck pains and Dr. Gordon was able help my neck pain with her treatments. I feel much better now. considerably.”
Charlotte H
"Dr. Gordon's guidance transformed my health. Initially seeking relief for painful hips, she uncovered potential diabetes and inflammation. Following her advice, I embraced a low-carb diet, normalized blood sugar, lost 40 lbs, and regained mobility. Facing breast cancer, Dr. Gordon's recommendation of fasting offers hope—I just completed my first 72-hour fast. Grateful for her insights, I'm optimistic about overcoming this critical hurdle!"
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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If you suffer from cravings you may want to increase your intake of proteins and fat. Proteins and fats increase satiety therefore making you feel less hungry.
Sometimes a big glass of water, lemon water or hot tea / water will also help reduce cravings
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Proteins and fats will reduce your cravings. All proteins are good. Focus on meat, chicken, and seafood. Fattier meats are more satiating and will reduce your appetite later on
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You're not getting enough nutrient dense foods. Processed foods and carbohydrates do not give you enough nutrients to hold you over. Sugars and carbs
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You can break your fast at any time of day! Science shows that if you start your first meal of the day with 30 grams of protein you will be more overall satisfied during the day
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I generally recommend that people have meat based meals in order to get all the essential nutrients that are not available in plants. If however you feel strongly about being vegetarian, we can supplement your diet with what’s lacking.
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Some packaged low-carb products are still highly processed or marketed as healthier than they are. Focus on minimally processed whole foods and read ingredient labels carefully.
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Red meat is one of the most nutrient dense foods there is. So Yes, eat red meat!
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Fiber is another name for indigestible carbohydrate. Some researchers believe that we do not need fiber as it blocks absorption of many nutrients. Too much fiber will constipate you. fiber is not an essential nutrient. So do what feels best to you.
