Personalized Nutrition

Herbalism

Functional Medicine

Whether you’re looking to address chronic health challenges or just stay on top of your health…

It is my privilege to be a partner and guide on your health journey

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About me

I am an herbalist, nutritionist, and functional medicine healer. Working within the time-tested wisdom of herbal medicine and the cutting edge of research-based practice, I help my clients integrate their layered stories and discover their personal paths to vibrant health.

I came to this work through my own chronic health challenges, when oversimplified diagnoses and cookie-cutter solutions fell flat. By weaving together my scattered health story, I found a path that took me from fearing food to embracing life.

I am a licensed nutritionist in Minnesota and New York, and hold an M.S. in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine from University of Western States. On the side, I write evidence-based courses and articles with microbiome researcher Lucy Mailing PhD. In addition to the healing arts, I am a certified Deep Listening instructor and a lifelong musician and dancer.

My approach

I begin by listening. Nobody knows you better than you, and if we listen together we might learn even more. I work across knowledge systems––biochemistry, microbiome science, herbalism, energetics––and body systems to inform personalized approaches for promoting our natural ability to heal. This typically involves combinations of herbs, foods, diet, nutrients, and/or lifestyle interventions, unique for you.

I practice in the domain of Functional Medicine, a contemporary name for a timeless philosophy: support the whole person, honor the interconnectedness of the body (and all things), seek balance, and pursue health as a positive vitality.

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Some conditions I work with:

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Gas/bloating/chronic gut pain
SIBO & microbiome imbalances
Parasites & fungal overgrowth
Acid reflux (GERD)
Fatty liver/NASH/NAFLD
Food sensitivities
Diabetes & blood sugar imbalances

Immune imbalances & chronic infections
Chronic fatigue
Parkinson’s & neurodegeneration
Hypothyroidism
Autoimmunity
Detoxification & chemical sensitivities
Hormone imbalances
Insomnia & sleep problems

Testimonials

Words by some of the people you might have heard about me from:

“For the last 15+ years I have dealt with GI issues that have made it difficult to live my day to day life. I have been to countless ER visits and specialists and none have been able to give me a solid answer or help me long term. Jonah has been nothing short of a miracle. Through his protocols and in depth analysis he has been able to help me with my anxiety caused by GI problems and heal my gut of parasites. He answered all my questions and is someone that genuinely wanted to help. I haven’t felt this good since before I was a teenager and can now enjoy things I wasn’t able to before and live a normal life.”

Jesus M
"Jonah is all the things anyone could want in a healthcare provider—empathetic, a kind and thoughtful listener, and focused on how you actually feel, not what some lab numbers say. He is also everything someone new to holistic medicine could want. As a woman who survived the damaging diet culture of the 90s-00s, I have serious skepticism about snake oil, but Jonah’s approach is rooted in science and he can explain exactly how and why a compound will affect your body. He also has the deeper knowledge to recommend specific tests beyond routine labs, and identified issues that dozens of doctors have never considered in 20 years. I recommend Jonah to anyone, particularly anyone like me who has been roadblocked by healthcare and is searching for a way to just. feel. better."

Morgan M
“Working with Jonah has been transformative for my health, well-being, and outlook on life. He provided valuable insights into improving my natural chemical balance through simple yet effective strategies like sun exposure, regular exercise, and proper nutrition. His explanations of medical concepts are clear, making it easy to understand the science behind his recommendations. He went above and beyond to equip me with information on quality supplements and nutrition, empowering me to make informed choices and take charge of my well-being. My mood has improved, my energy levels are soaring, and I feel better in every aspect of life. I wholeheartedly recommend Jonah to anyone seeking a nutritionist who truly cares and understands the bigger picture.”

Mike K
“I love that Jonah’s holistic approach takes into account more than just what I’m putting into my body and doesn’t first rely on medications or expensive medical tests. From our work with structured elimination diets & reintroductions, general lab work (he seriously knows his science and how to read between the lines to tell a full story!), supplements, and other natural testing, I’ve learned so much about total gut health and nutrition that I can use for a sustainable lifestyle. Thanks to Jonah’s guidance, I have made more progress in the past year than in a decade of working with any other GI doctor, nutritionist, or personal experimentation.”

Kristin S
“Jonah helped me work through persistent, frustrating health issues. He treated my concerns with deep inquiry, curiosity, compassion, and care. He is a patient and present listener, always following up our sessions with helpful instructions and resources. It is refreshing to work with someone who asks so many detailed questions and has a truly holistic view on the interconnected body systems. Jonah never hesitates to explain research to me when I ask, or follow up on an answer with more information. His thoroughness and dedication to individual care plans is amazing. So grateful to have worked with him!”

Angie F
"Working with Jonah is such a compassionate journey. He really considers what you have to say and brings a genuine interest to weaving together symptoms and history to unfold protocols that are deep while matching one's capacity. After years of medical confusion, it is incredible to be met with someone so subtle and sensitive that can find hidden patterns in the system. Jonah understands how to work with the body and its rhythms in a way that allows softening around struggles that are chronic and interrupting. Jonah's lived experience also really adds to the practice, giving sessions a level of sincerity and dedication that brings beauty and enthusiasm to the healing process. I am grateful to have Jonah's support as I tend and mend in this cycle of life."

Natalie J

Work with me

Ready to make an investment in your health? Schedule a free 15-minute call to explore what we can do together:

Book a Discovery Call

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All clients begin with an initial consultation, where we work to assemble your health story. This is the longest session, typically 75 minutes. I’ll ask you to share about your life history, health goals, eating patterns, and symptoms, and we'll discuss the body-mind-spirit narrative that emerges. I will provide you with my initial personalized recommendations—a combination of food, herbs, nutrients, and/or lifestyle strategies unique for you, as well as any additional inquiries that will help our work together (lab tests, food journals, etc). Everything will be outlined in detail in the protocol I send after the visit.

We will also make a plan for next steps. I offer tiered memberships to support a mutual investment in your health. Every therapeutic protocol is designed to evolve, to meet the conditions of your life and nurture your body through its every phase of healing. My ultimate goal is not just to help you find a more vibrant health, but to empower you with the tools you need to make it last. Deep healing takes time, and its fruits will endure far longer.

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Appointments are virtual-only for the time being

A note on insurance and cost:

Taking the step into natural healing is an investment, one I hope will pay dividends for life. Insurance companies do not typically cover in-depth, personalized nutrition care. However, I am happy to write a superbill in case your insurance company is able to reimburse you.

In my recommendations, budget-flexible options are always possible. Most lab tests I recommend can be covered by insurance. Many herbs and supplements I recommend, as well as any additional testing (always optional), can be purchased with HSA/FSA funds through my providers.

Writings

I strive to be a diligent student of science, as just one of humankind’s many rigorous knowledge systems for health. In the articles and other content below, I share the fruits of some research deep-dives to distill practical tips for the curious and dispel popular, misleading narratives about health. I hope you enjoy!

What's wrong with nutrition?

For decades, the prevailing nutritional advice has been “no.” Don’t eat this, avoid that. 50 years on, both our health and relationship to food are worse off. Here’s a brief speech I gave on where we can go from here, positively.

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Antioxidants: what they are, and aren't

Oxidative stress is a popular topic, and popularly misunderstood. In this article, written for NYC’s Dr. Bojana, I explore the nuances of what antioxidants are, how they really work, and what it means for health.

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Nutrition for Parkinson's

Parkinson’s Disease is one of the world’s fastest growing neurological disorders. Check out my two-page resource on some of the ways research shows personalized nutrition and lifestyle medicine can help people with Parkinson’s thrive.

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Nutrition for glutathione

Did you know that the most powerful antioxidants are actually created by our bodies? This is a clinical guide, based on over 100 studies, to foods that support our body’s important glutathione antioxidant system.

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Intestinal permeability and autoimmunity

“Leaky gut” has become a boogeyman for every chronic illness. But what does the science say? I wrote this article for Dr. Bojana, a functional medicine MD in New York, to unpack the effects of intestinal permeability.

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Preventing the toxicity of high-heat cooking

Dry, high-heat grilling and roasting can form damaging pro-oxidants in our food. In this blog for The Morrison Center, I discuss the effects of these toxins, and surprising ways you can prevent them without giving up the grill.

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Organic acid tests for gut health?

Organic acid testing is popular in functional medicine for detecting metabolic imbalances. The evidence for their use as gut health markers is less clear, however. In this comprehensive blog I wrote with Lucy Mailing, we unpack the research on what these tests can, and cannot tell you.

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