Business Details
Danielle VenHuizen, Registered Dietitian
At Food Sense Nutrition, we specialize in helping individuals develop healthier eating habits through personalized guidance and support. Our approach focuses on understanding how food impacts overall health, with expertise in managing digestive health, food sensitivities, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and general disease prevention. We utilize an integrative and functional medicine perspective, treating each client as a whole person rather than focusing solely on diagnoses. Our services include functional lab testing when appropriate to better understand individual health needs. With years of experience as a registered dietitian, I provide evidence-based recommendations tailored to each client's unique circumstances.Our practice offers both in-person appointments at our Burien clinic and telehealth consultations to accommodate diverse needs. We emphasize sustainable lifestyle changes rather than temporary fixes, helping clients build long-term healthy habits. Our team stays current with the latest nutritional science to provide accurate, practical guidance. We maintain strong ethical standards and prioritize client education to empower informed decision-making. Our goal is to create a supportive environment where clients feel comfortable discussing their health concerns and progress.
Services
Nutrition Counseling
Digestive Health
Food Sensitivities
Cardiovascular Disease
Diabetes Management
Functional Lab Testing
Telehealth Consultations
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized nutrition plans based on individual health profiles
- Our integrative approach considers all factors affecting your health
- We provide both in-person and telehealth appointment options
- Our dietitian has specialized training in functional medicine
- We focus on sustainable lifestyle changes rather than quick fixes
Associations and certifications
- Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)
Services
Nutrition Counseling
Personalized nutrition counseling helps clients develop healthier eating habits tailored to their specific health needs. Our registered dietitian works one-on-one with clients to create sustainable dietary plans addressing various health conditions. This service combines medical history analysis with practical meal planning to achieve measurable health improvements.
Digestive Health
Specialized digestive health services address conditions like IBS, IBD, and food intolerances through targeted dietary interventions. We use elimination diets and functional testing to identify triggers while maintaining proper nutrition. Our approach focuses on long-term gut health improvement rather than temporary symptom relief.
Food Sensitivities
Comprehensive food sensitivity assessment combines symptom tracking with elimination/reintroduction protocols. We help clients identify problematic foods while maintaining balanced nutrition. Our service includes developing alternative meal plans that accommodate dietary restrictions without compromising nutritional needs.
Cardiovascular Disease
Cardiovascular disease management focuses on dietary interventions to improve cholesterol levels and blood pressure. We create heart-healthy meal plans that emphasize whole foods and appropriate portion sizes. Our service includes ongoing support for maintaining healthy lipid profiles and reducing overall cardiovascular risk.
Diabetes Management
Individualized diabetes management plans help clients maintain stable blood sugar levels through proper nutrition. We teach carbohydrate counting techniques and develop meal schedules that work with medication regimens. Our service emphasizes balanced eating patterns that support overall metabolic health.
People
Danielle VenHuizen
Registered Dietitian
Danielle VenHuizen is a registered dietitian specializing in integrative and functional nutrition. With advanced training in medical nutrition therapy, she helps clients address chronic health conditions through personalized dietary approaches. Her practice combines evidence-based science with holistic wellness principles.
Questions
What conditions do you specialize in treating?
We specialize in digestive health issues, food sensitivities, cardiovascular disease, diabetes management, and general health optimization through personalized nutrition plans.
Do you offer telehealth appointments?
Yes, we provide telehealth consultations for clients who prefer virtual visits, offering the same quality care and personalized nutrition guidance as in-person sessions.
What should I expect during my first visit?
Your initial consultation will include a comprehensive health history review, dietary assessment, and discussion of your specific health goals to create a tailored nutrition plan.
Are your services covered by insurance?
Coverage varies by insurance provider - we recommend checking with your insurer about medical nutrition therapy benefits and out-of-network reimbursement options.
How do you approach food sensitivity testing?
We use elimination diet protocols combined with symptom tracking rather than commercial food sensitivity tests, focusing on practical dietary modifications that improve symptoms.
Can you help with weight management?
While we focus on overall health improvement rather than weight loss specifically, many clients experience healthy weight changes as part of their improved nutritional status.
