“I am passionate about helping women rethink their response to aging and avoid falling prey to the confusion of diet culture. My approach recognizes that health extends far beyond the number on the scale and empowers women to make informed decisions with confidence and compassion.”
Val is a registered dietitian, nationally recognized speaker, and educator dedicated to advancing women's health through evidence-based nutrition and menopause education.
She completed both her Master of Science degree in nutrition and her dietetic internship at the University of Minnesota and is Board Certified as a Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD). She became a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP) in 2015, reflecting her longstanding commitment to advancing menopause care. She is a Fellow of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (FAND) and received the Excellence in Women's Health Award from the Academy's Women's Health Dietetic Practice Group in recognition of her contributions to the field.
Drawing on experience in women's health, sports nutrition, eating disorders, and multidisciplinary musculoskeletal care, Val brings a uniquely integrative perspective to menopause that is rarely found within a single practice.
A Different Approach to Midlife Health
Val’s approach to health and wellness is grounded in science while honoring each woman's unique physiology, health goals, and lived experiences.
Rather than the one-size-fits-all programs that promote extreme dieting and harmful restrictions, disregard individual circumstances, and overpromise the effects of supplements, Val’s approach is focused on empowering women with practical, evidence-based strategies that support the whole person.
What I Believe
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Health is about more than body weight -
Nutrition = nourishment + enjoyment
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Movement supports health across the lifespan
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Supplements complement, not replace, good nutrition
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Every woman deserves individualized, compassionate care
What You'll Find Here
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Reliable, evidence-based information
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Practical guidance for everyday life
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A non-diet, weight-inclusive perspective
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Conversations that challenge myths and misinformation
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Respect for your goals, values, and lived experiences
Explore My Midlife Health & Nutrition Services
Strategies for Managing Midlife and Menopause with Nutrition and Healthy Living
Speaking
Val is an engaging and experienced speaker and consultant who loves working with groups. With a passion for health, nutrition, and wellness, she motivates and inspires audiences to take action towards a healthier lifestyle. Whether leading a small group, providing a lunch-n-learn, teaching a cooking class, or speaking to a large audience, Val’s vibrant personality and expertise make her presentations unique and engaging.
PAST AUDIENCES INCLUDE:
