Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Gut Health and Hormone Balance Solutions
Mary Phelps Nutrition is a functional medicine nutrition practice specializing in gut health and female hormone optimization. Founded by Mary Phelps, a certified nutrition specialist with over a decade of experience, we help women address root causes of chronic health issues through personalized diet, lifestyle changes, and natural healing protocols. Our approach combines scientific expertise with compassionate support, focusing on long-term wellness rather than temporary symptom relief.Clients benefit from evidence-based strategies tailored to their unique needs, including functional lab testing, customized meal planning, and one-on-one coaching. With a strong track record of success in Washington DC and beyond, we empower women to achieve sustainable health improvements through holistic nutrition.
Services
Gut Health Consultations
Hormone Balance Programs
Functional Lab Testing
Personalized Meal Planning
Nutrition Coaching
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- 10 years of experience in functional medicine nutrition
- Personalized approach addressing root causes of health issues
- Combines scientific expertise with compassionate support
- Proven success with hundreds of women's health cases
- Offers comprehensive functional lab testing and analysis
Associations and certifications
- Board of Certified Nutrition Specialists
- District of Columbia Licensing Board for Nutrition and Dietetics
What people say
Helped me feel better
Personalized approach
Practical solutions
Lasting health improvements
Compassionate support
Services
Gut Health Consultations
Functional medicine consultations addressing gut health imbalances through root-cause analysis. Combines dietary modifications, lifestyle changes, and targeted supplementation to improve digestion, nutrient absorption, and immune function. Designed for women experiencing chronic digestive issues seeking long-term solutions.
Hormone Balance Programs
Personalized programs targeting hormonal imbalances including PCOS, irregular periods, and menopausal symptoms. Utilizes functional lab testing to identify root causes and develop customized nutrition plans. Focuses on natural hormone regulation through diet and lifestyle interventions.
Functional Lab Testing
Comprehensive lab evaluations identifying gut health markers, hormone levels, and metabolic indicators. Includes detailed review of previous medical records and test results. Provides actionable insights for developing targeted treatment protocols tailored to individual biochemistry.
Personalized Meal Planning
Tailored meal plans addressing specific health goals and dietary restrictions. Focuses on practical, sustainable eating patterns that support gut healing and hormone balance. Includes grocery shopping guidance and meal preparation strategies for busy lifestyles.
Nutrition Coaching
Ongoing support through bi-weekly coaching sessions addressing implementation challenges and progress tracking. Combines behavioral change strategies with nutritional education to build lasting healthy habits. Designed for long-term health transformation rather than quick fixes.
People
Mary Phelps
Functional Medicine Nutritionist
Certified nutrition specialist with 10+ years of experience in functional medicine. Holds a Master's degree in Nutrition and Integrative Health from Maryland University. Specializes in women's health, gut-hormone connections, and chronic disease reversal through diet and lifestyle changes.
Questions
What is functional medicine nutrition?
Functional medicine nutrition identifies root causes of health issues through comprehensive analysis of diet, lifestyle, and biological factors. We create personalized plans addressing gut health, hormone balance, and chronic conditions through natural interventions.
How do you address women's health specifically?
We specialize in female hormone balance, addressing PCOS, menstrual irregularities, and menopausal symptoms through targeted nutrition protocols. Our approach considers the unique interplay between gut health and hormonal systems in women.
What services do you offer?
We provide gut health consultations, hormone balance programs, functional lab testing, personalized meal planning, and ongoing nutrition coaching through one-on-one sessions and structured 3-month programs.
Do you work with clients outside Washington DC?
While based in Washington DC, we serve clients nationwide through virtual consultations. Our services include remote functional lab testing and digital coaching materials accessible from any location.
What makes your approach different?
We combine functional medicine principles with practical lifestyle modifications, focusing on sustainable changes rather than temporary fixes. Our programs emphasize root-cause analysis and personalized solutions over generic dietary advice.
