Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
AYURNUTRITION
1. What is AyurNutrition?
AyurNutrition is an integrative and Holistic wellness practice that combines evidence-based nutrition with the principles of Ayurveda to provide personalized wellness plans that support long-term health and wellness goals. We help clients optimize their health through nutrition counseling, lifestyle guidance, and Ayurvedic wellness strategies tailored to their individual needs.
2. What conditions do you specialize in?
We provide nutrition and wellness support for:
- Weight management
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Prediabetes
- Gestational Diabetes
- Heart disease
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
- PCOS and hormonal balance
- Thyroid disorders
- Digestive health
- Autism & ADHD nutrition
- Women’s wellness
- Healthy aging
- General preventive nutrition care.
3. What is MNT (Medical Nutrition Therapy)?
Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) is an evidence-based nutrition counselling service provided by a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) to help prevent and manage medical conditions through personalized nutrition care.
MNT goes beyond general nutrition advice. It includes a comprehensive assessment of your medical history, eating habits, lifestyle, lab results, and health goals to develop an individualized nutrition care plan tailored to your needs.
Medical Nutrition Therapy is commonly recommended for conditions such as:
- Diabetes and prediabetes
- Heart disease and high cholesterol
- High blood pressure
- Chronic kidney disease
- Digestive disorders
- Food allergies and intolerances
- PCOS and other hormonal conditions
- Overweight and obesity
- Cancer and other chronic health conditions
During MNT session, our Registered Dietitian will work with you to create realistic, sustainable lifestyle changes, monitor your progress, and adjust your nutrition plan as your health needs evolve. Visit here to learn more.
4. Do you accept health insurance?
We accept many major insurance plans for MNT Nutrition Counselling only. These include:
- BCBS
- Cigna
- UnitedHealthcare
- Humana
- Tricare West
- Medicare
Nutrition councelling with a Regsitered Dietitian may be covered your health insurance. Coverage varies by plan, we encourage you to call your insurance to know your coverage for Nutrition sessions before your appointment.
5.What is Ayurveda?
Ayurveda is one of the oldest holistic health systems that originated in India more than 5000 years ago. Ayurveda comes from Sanskrit words “Ayur’ meaning Life and “Veda” meaning Knowledge, hence Ayurveda is known as the Knowledge of Life. Ayurveda focuses on maintaining balance between the body, foods, mind, and lifestyle to support overall health and well-being.
6. Is Ayurveda covered by Health Insurance ?
No. Ayurveda consult, Ayurvedic Therapies and Ayurveda programs are not covered by health insurance. We have self pay options for these.
7. What is my Prakriti (Ayurvedic Constitution) ?
Prakriti is an Ayurvedic constitution that is governed by the doshas. According to ayurveda Doshas describe how your body functions. During an Ayurveda consultation, we assess your unique Prakriti (Ayurvedic constitution) and provide personalized recommendations and Ayurveda wellness plan.
8. What are Ayurvedic Therapies?
Ayurvedic therapies are traditional Ayurvedic wellness practices that are designed to support the body’s natural balance and promote overall well-being. These therapies may include specialized body therapies such as Abhyanga (Oil massage), Shirodhara, Swedan (Herbal Steam), Udvartan (Dry herbal powder massage ) and many more. At AyurNutrition, Ayurvedic therapies are recommended based on your individual Prakriti , current health concerns, and wellness goals.
9. How do I set up an appointment?
Scheduling an appointment with AyurNutrition is simple. You can either:
- Book Discovery Call through our appointment scheduling page.
- Call our office to schedule a Nutrition appointment with our Registered Dietitian.
- For Ayurveda consults, Ayurvedic Therapies, Nutrition Package and Integrative Programs, these are prepaid services. Once you prepay for the service we will call you to get you scheduled for the session.
Not sure which service is right for you? Contact us, and we will help you determine the best appointment based on your health goals and needs.
10. Do you provide Corporate wellness, workplace wellness programs?
Yes we do. We offer:
- Wellness seminars
- Lunch-and-learn sessions
- Health challenges
- Healthy Cooking Demos
- Nutrition workshops
