Welcome!

I'm Whitney Gingerich, a Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist specialized in women’s health.  Too often, we are prescribed yet another pill or strict diet as a temporary solution for chronic underlying conditions.  By adjusting diet, lifestyle, and mindset I help my clients dig a little deeper to find the root of their health concerns so they can treat it themselves.

My mission is to provide personalized, compassionate, and complementary nutrition coaching.  Making any kind of change is challenging, let alone something as personal as your food choices.  I want to be there with you, providing support and offering guidance so you can realize your strength and live the life you deserve!

Whitney Gingerich, Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist
 

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Eating and living well through pregnancy and postpartum.

Thriving through Pregnancy

Tune in for my recent interview with the Two Dope Doulas, where I share my favorite tips for eating and living well through pregnancy and postpartum!

 

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5 Simple Ways to Balance Your Hormones NOW!

 

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Jumping on the bandwagon this week for #mondaymotivation because I love a well-placed curse word 👌🏻 . . This is going to be a f**king awesome week and if you were here I would give you a fist bump 👊🏻right now 😊 . . 📷 @littlewomangoods #hormonebalance #hormonenutrition #hormonedietitian #whitneywellness #fertilitynutrition #pcosnutrition #womenshealth #hormonedietitian #rdentrepeneur #girlboss #womenshealthdietitian #dietitiansofinstagram #dietitianapproved
A little cuteness for your feed today. just chillin with the 🎃 . . Happy Sunday friends! 😊 . . #ainsleyjune #littlesister #fallfun #pumpkinpatch #whitneywellness
When I heard about seed cycling I thought it was another one of those side ads you see on google- you know, like the ones where they reveal that bananas are making us all fat (they aren’t by the way 😑). . . If you’re like me and want to see the research first, head on over to my blog where I share what I found and if it’s something you should do! 👆🏻 link in bio! . . . #whitneywellness #hormonedietitian #hormonebalance #seedcycling #foodasmedicine #fertilitynutrition #PCOSnutrition #pregnancynutrition #womenhealth
Loving all the pumpkin spice but feeling a little melancholy with winter sneaking in?! Seasonal Affective Disorder is a serious issue and can jack up your hormones for an entire season! Trust me, I feel you, I would spend my winters napping on a beach if I could! . Here are the 5 simple things I'll be doing this winter to help keep the blues at bay ❄️ . 1. Actually take your vitamin D supplements. Here in Northern Indiana, sun is weak for about 6 months. Adding 2000-4000 IU vitamin D3 daily can help prevent a deficiency. Make sure you choose the D3 form and always take it with a meal for best absorption. . 2. Include omega-3 fatty acids daily. Salmon, tuna, nuts, seeds, and olive oil are just a few of the options you can throw in there. Omega-3s may improve depressive symptoms and, as a bonus, can help keep your skin moisturized during dry winter months! . 3. Get plenty of sleep! Our bodies function best when we follow circadian rhythm so if you feel sleepy at 8:30, maybe it's time to turn in! 😴 . 4. Watch the sugar! I know, I know...'tis the season for cookies and candies but snacking on carbs all day skyrockets your insulin and leads to an energy crash later on. . 5. Get outside! Go buy yourself some wool socks and a parka and get out there! Studies show that being outside (even for a short time) can naturally improve mood and energy levels. . . #winterblues #hormonedietitian #happywinters #feedingthesoul #foodasmedicine #womenshealth #fertilitynutrition #pcosnutrition #whitneywellness #dietitian
Ahhh!! I LOVE MY JOB!! _Getting the chance to serve not only new mamas but also teensy tiny little babes is AMAZING!! . Navigating the choppy waters of new motherhood is a challenge like none other! Hormone shifts make you feel like you are soaring one minute and drowning the next. I remember one time I started crying because my husband offered to let me nap and take the baby to the store. Then I cried when they left because I missed them, WTF?! . Asking for help does not mean you are a failure! I repeat, YOU ARE NOT A FAILURE! Taking care of yourself and a new baby is uncharted territory for most and having a great support system is so important! . Did you all cry about anything ridiculous during your postpartum phase?! Please tell me I'm not alone! . . #hormonedietitian #whitneywellness #lovemyjob #newmamasaremyjam #noursingbabies #nourishingmamas #pregnancynutrition #4thtrimesterbodiesproject #fourthtrimester #selfcare #postpartum #postpartumnutrition #womenshealth
Want to know a secret!? Shhh...don’t tell you doctor! . Your weight does NOT matter. . I've worked with thousands of clients over the years who tell me they need to lose weight to get healthy. Typically, this comes after a not-so-fun conversation with their doctor about how a high BMI contributes to many problems including diabetes, heart disease, cancer, etc, etc... but if the “lose weight- get healthy” model worked, why aren't we all skinny?! I'm pretty sure no one is looking forward to developing diabetes so why isn't this motivation enough? . It's because we are missing the bigger picture! Weight is just a small piece of your overall health and the number on that damn scale doesn't matter if you aren't living a lifestyle you love and feeling great! . When we focus on taking care of your body and nourishing it as opposed to punishing it; weight will naturally stabilize. Imagine how it would feel to be at peace with food and never have to step on the scale again!! . . Interested in learning more about how you can get off the scale and get into a lifestyle you love? Head on over to my website and download my FREE tips to start balancing your hormones right now! You can also email me or send in a contact form and we can chat about your concerns and see if nutrition counseling is the piece that you've been missing to make lasting change! . . #hormonebalance #healthfirst #eatingforhealth #hormonedietitian #whitneywellness #pcosnutrition #fertilitynutrition #womenshealth #foodismedicine #functionalnutrition #womenshealthdietitian #ihatethescale #screwthescale #virtualdietitian
This week I felt like I was winning and failing all at the same time. Im going to blame the 40 degree temperature swing we had this week 😑 . . Looking forward to a quiet weekend of family, food and most definitely wine 😊🍷. . What’s on your calendar this weekend?! . . 📷 @michianamicroblading #rdentrepreneur #girlbosslife #friyeah #whitneywellness #hormonedietitian #winedown