Nutrition Counseling Services
Our dietitians specialize in treating patients with Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and other chronic GI conditions. We'll help you sustainably reduce your symptoms and expand your diet you so can eat confidently again.
How We Can Help
We can help you
- Identify your trigger foods and better tolerated alternatives
- Find and swap out inflammatory foods from your diet
- Reduce your symptoms such as diarrhea, constipation, gas, bloating, and urgency
- Boost your energy levels by addressing sources of fatigue
- Decrease your risk for flares and active disease
- Gain confidence in food selection at home, at restaurants, and while traveling
- Develop a personalized and sustainable diet that you'll enjoy and will last a lifetime
- Improve your relationship with food and your body
- Learn to advocate for your health
Our Specialties
Crohn's disease
Ulcerative colitis
Microscopic colitis
Primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC)
Diarrhea or constipation
J-pouch and ostomy nutrition
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
Intuitive eating
Eating disorders
Disordered eating
GI disease and pregnancy
Fatty liver disease / MAFLD / MASH
Gastritis
Celiac disease
SIBO
Pediatric GI disease
Nutrition before and after surgery
Diverticulosis
What to Expect
Initial Session
(60 minutes)
Your first step towards feeling better.
- We'll get to know you by comprehensively reviewing your medical history, diet preferences, likes/dislikes, allergies, labs, supplements, and assessment results
- We'll make some initial diet recommendations to correct any nutrient deficiencies and swap out any supplements that may be worsening your symptoms
- If you're experiencing diarrhea, constipation, or fatigue, we'll make some initial recommendations that may help reduce those symptoms quickly
- If you're enrolled in our 12 or 24 session program, we'll grant you access to the IBDÂ Vault where you can access over 50 videos &Â resources on how to manage IBD
- Together, we'll also develop goals for the end of the program and goals for the next week
Session 2
(45 minutes)
Deep dive into diet and IBD.
- We'll review the diet guidelines for IBD and figure out how to adapt them to your unique situation and preferences
- You'll learn about inflammatory foods and ingredients that increase your risk for active disease and how to swap them out for anti-inflammatory alternatives
- We'll review and identify the likely trigger foods in your diet and help you find better tolerated alternatives you'll actually enjoy
- We'll help you adapt the meals and recipes you eat regularly so they're better tolerated and won't trigger symptoms
Session 3+
(45 minutes)
Expand your diet and optimize your lifestyle.
- Throughout the program, we'll continue to identify your trigger foods so you know exactly what foods, textures, and portion sizes trigger your symptoms
- We'll help you expand your diet by safely reintroducing as many enjoyable foods into your diet as we can
- Together, we'll come up with personalized meal and snack ideas that fit with your preferences and lifestyle
- If you dine out, we'll review local restaurant menus so you know exactly what to eat and what substitutions to ask for so you can enjoy dining out again
- We'll help you plan for travel and dining at work
- We'll implement evidence-based lifestyle changes to help you manage stress, anxiety, and fatigue so you'll be less likely to trigger flares in the future
- We'll keep you accountable and make sure you're progressing towards your end-of-program goals each week
- With unlimited messaging, we'll always be there to answer any and every question you have throughout the program
Last Session
(45 minutes)
Reflect and plan for the future.
- We'll answer any questions you still have about life with IBD moving forward
- We'll make sure you're prepared for any obstacles you may face in the years ahead, like a stressful life event or big trip abroad
- We'll reflect on the progress you've made since you started the program and set goals for the future so you can continue to make progress
- We'll check in on you from time to time and will always be there for you if any questions pop up in the future
Hear what our clients have to say
"I would wholeheartedly recommend Romanwell to anyone, at any stage of their IBD journey. My dietician was extremely knowledgeable, empathetic and encouraging and I don’t know if I would be at the level of health I am now, without her help."
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Denise B
"I am most grateful for Haleigh’s knowledge in helping to reduce symptoms in my digestive track and to help determine what to watch as triggers. I appreciate her scientific backed advice to help me feel confident going forward with my diet and health choices."
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Charlotte B
"Making the decision to work with Romanwell and make an investment in my long-term health and well-being is the best decision I have made and one I will cherish. My dietitian was not only friendly and relatable, but professional and supports her advice with scientific research."
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Isabel M
"I went from running to the bathroom 12-15 times a day, losing blood, and skipping meals from fatigue or fear of losing control of symptoms, and now I'm feeling confident in my ability to plan meals for myself, eat more, stress less, and have 1-3 solid BMs/day"
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Tina L
"While working with my nutritionist, in conjunction with medication, I have been able to achieve remission, and then was able to become pregnant! I am so thankful to her for helping guide me on this path towards a healthier lifestyle and allowing me to achieve my goals!​ "
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Deborah D
"If you're on the fence or not sure about taking the leap, absolutely do it. In my 8 years of being diagnosed with ulcerative colitis, working with Romanwell was the best care decision that I've made...now, I'm confident, I feel good, and I have energy."
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Amanda W
Frequently asked questions
Will my insurance company reimburse me for the program?
While we don't accept insurance, we will absolutely help you submit claims to your insurance company for reimbursement. If you choose to do so, we'll provide you with all of the documentation you'll need (often called a "superbill") to submit your claims. Each insurance plan is different, so be sure to verify your individual coverage and eligibility.
Can IÂ pay my bill over time?
Yes, we offer a number of payment plan options so that you can pay for your program over time, on a schedule that works for you. We currently offer 3 and 6 month payment plans. If you have additional questions, please request a call for more information or email us at info@romanwell.com.
Can I pay with my HSA/FSA card?
Yes, most HSA/FSA providers allow you to spend your pre-tax dollars on our services. Occasionally your HSA/FSA provider may require a letter of medical necessity signed by your doctor to approve your payment. We’ll work with you and your doctor to make sure you have the documentation you need.
Will you put me on a restrictive diet?
We’ll never put you on a restrictive, one-size-fits-all diet. In fact we take the opposite approach—we’re focused on expanding your diet to include as many foods as possible. We’ll work with you to identify your trigger foods and help you incorporate alternatives into your diet.
