Welcome to Wellspring Nutritional Therapy
Deep Nutrition for Vibrant Health
About
Restoring the Microbiome
The Microbiome and Leaky Gut have become household terms lately and we now know that vibrant health is dependent upon a healthy gut.You will learn about nutrient dense whole food nutrition and how to get the most out of your food with proper digestion. Taking it to the next level, a GI-MAP stool test is used to identify imbalances and pathology in the gastrointestinal tract and the Mediator Release Test reveals food sensitivities. The information gleaned from these two tests is used to create a diet and supplement protocol to address your specific issues and ultimately heal and seal your gut.
Restoring Endocrine Balance
I am a firm believer in natural approaches to overcoming adrenal fatigue, thyroid Issues and male/female hormone imbalances including PMS, PCOS, infertility, menopause and andropause (male menopause). Saliva and blood testing are used to identify specific imbalances and to monitor progress throughout the healing process.
Detoxifying
Let's face it-- even with the best diet and the healthiest lifestyle, we are bombarded with toxins everyday. You will learn where toxins are showing up in the environment and how to avoid them. In addition, I will guide you through a 21-Day Purification Program to cleanse the liver and optimize your pathways of detoxification.
Meal Planning
For some of us, figuring out what to cook can be a daunting proposition especially in the face of multiple food sensitivities. When we work together, you will be provided with customized weekly meal plans complete with recipes, pictures, nutritional information, preparation guides and a shopping list.
Bio
Michele Riggio, PT, FNTP, RWS
I have been a Physical Therapist since 1991 and in 2015 was certified by the Nutritional Therapy Association as a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner. Since then I have done advanced coursework in the digestive, immune and endocrine systems integrating lab testing into my practice and earning the designation of Restorative Wellne
I have been a Physical Therapist since 1991 and in 2015 was certified by the Nutritional Therapy Association as a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner. Since then I have done advanced coursework in the digestive, immune and endocrine systems integrating lab testing into my practice and earning the designation of Restorative Wellness Specialist. Additionally, I am trained in the functional interpretation of blood panels in order to identify imbalances before they cause disease.
The desire to develop proficiency in holistic nutrition and natural health, stemmed from a lifelong struggle with digestive issues and standing by helplessly as my mother was dying of ovarian cancer. During this process, I discovered that I had gluten sensitivity, adrenal fatigue and Hashimoto's Thyroiditis, a very common and under diagnosed autoimmune thyroid condition. With dietary changes and supplements, I have been successfully managing these conditions without the use of pharmaceuticals.
I am very passionate about this work and excited to share it with you.
Partners and Affiliations
Resouces
Online Dispensary
You will be able to order your prescriptions directly from www.fullscript.com based on recommendations that I make for you.
Pasteured Meats
If you don't have a local source of pastured beef, lamb, pork and turkey, www.cornerpostmeats.com in Colorado Springs, Colorado will ship to your home. They raise meat very conscientiously and sustainably on land owned by Audubon Rockies.
Autoimmune Protocol Resources
AIP Soup
www.CaptainSoup.com is a great option for people with busy lives who are trying to do the Autoimmune Protocol. This is a family owned company that uses lamb bone broth, local grass-fed meats and organic vegetables to create truly delicious soups delivered frozen to your doorstep.
Shop AIP
This is a one stop shop for all things free of gluten, grains, dairy, eggs, refined sugar or oils, nuts, seeds, soy and nightshades. Let www.ShopAIP.com help ease the feeling of deprivation caused by being on an elimination diet and get you on the path to healing.
EMF Protection
We live in a world that is becoming more and more polluted with EMFs (electromagnetic fields) that are affecting our health invisibly at a cellular level. To protect yourself from the harmful effects of EMFs I recommend www.DefenderShield.com. They have a wide range of protective equipment from cellphone and laptop shields to blankets and protective eyewear.
Skin and Beauty
For the highest quality handcrafted skin care products, I recommend Elemente'. Herbalist Lindsey Lund has created a whole line of clean products for skin, health and household cleaning. Visit the website at www.vitallivingherbs.com.
General Information on Healthy Living
The Environmental Working Group is an excellent source of information on anything imaginable health related from product reviews to pesticides. Check it out at www.ewg.org.
Testimonials
JW Salida, Colorado
I began seeing Michele i n September of 2016. My chief complaint was a longterm diarrhea condition. My weight was 210 lbs. and now 178.
We began with testing saliva, blood and stool. I had zero friendly bacteria in my gut. I was sensitive to corn and a host of other things. We eliminated these from my diet and I started eating more Paleo. It is a joy to no longer have diarrhea after 20 years.
I also had an endocrine imbalance which left me feeling tired and old. Through testing and nutritional supplements, we have turned this around and I now feel energetic and well.
Detoxifying...ah, yes. We eliminated sugars and, through a long process, I have eliminated alcohol as well, which has certainly added to my well being.
Once started on my wellness path, I appreciate Michele for her knowledge and guidance.
Thanks Wellspring and Michele for turning my life balance around. I enjoy a new found sense of energy and well being.
Ed, D. Pittsburg, PA
I am well into my new protocol and I trust it has contributed to my state of mind and body. I am feeling very well and am experiencing enthusiasm in my daily work and exercise routines.
Work is at a very slow demand and I have been able to choose what I feel I can handle. I have also rekindled my home wood shop activities (pun intended).I am also looking forward to reactivating the watercolors and oil canvas. Of course, income, as always is a concern as things slow down, but I trust there will be opportunities ahead.