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About Us

Health isn’t just a checklist. It’s a journey of learning, resilience, and growth. At The Nourish Center, we provide holistic solutions that transform your health and overall well-being. Our practice was founded by registered dietitian nutritionist Shanon Whittingham, MS,RDN, CDN, NBC-HWC with a mission to support your metabolic health by focusing on key areas such as blood sugar, blood pressure, cholesterol, weight, and gut health. At the same time, we believe that true health goes beyond managing symptoms. It’s about building a strong foundation that supports your whole life.

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That’s why we use a framework called PRIME, a model that reflects the connection between your mental, physical, and spiritual wellness. PRIME stands for Purpose, Rest, Intake, Mindset, and Exercise. We believe that when these parts are aligned, change doesn’t just happen, it takes root. Our PRIME framework begins with understanding your Purpose. Like a tree grounded in rich soil, your purpose anchors your health journey. It provides direction, steadiness, and a connection to your deeper “why”. From there, the framework expands to include the branches of Rest, Intake, Mindset, and Exercise. Each branch shapes how you live, move, think, eat, and recover. Through personalized medical nutrition therapy, health coaching,  and education, we help you stay rooted in purpose, weather life’s changes with flexibility and strength, and experience the fruit of a healthier you.

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Our Values

1. Individuality
We respect each person’s unique situation and goals, knowing there’s no one-size-fits-all solution.

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2. Education
We educate you on the “why” and “how” of your concerns, instead of just telling you what to do.

 

3. Stewardship
We encourage caring for yourself and others with intention and actions you can maintain long term.

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4. Growth
We embrace progress, recognizing that meaningful change happens step by step with patience, empathy, and support.

  • What is Shanon's educational background?
    Below is a summary of Shanon's background, including but not limited to the following: REGISTERED DIETITIAN NUTRITIONIST (RD/RDN) The Commission On Dietetic, 2021 CERTIFIED DIETITIAN NUTRITIONIST (CDN) New York State Education Department, 2021 NATIONAL BOARD-CERTIFIED HEALTH AND WELLNESS COACH (NBC-HWC) The National Board for Health & Wellness Coaching, 2024 CDC-CERTIFIED DIABETES PREVENTION COACH (Lifestyle Coach) Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Monitor My Health, 2022 MASTER OF SCIENCE Nutrition and Dietetics, Pace University, 2020 BACHELOR OF ARTS Psychology, City University of New York at Hunter College, 2016 BACHELOR OF ARTS Sociology, City University of New York at Hunter College, 2016 SERVSAFE MANAGER CERTIFIED, 2019 ServSafe
  • Why did Shanon become a dietitian and nutritionist?
    "As a registered dietitian, I am passionate about guiding individuals to make informed and personalized nutrition choices that empower them to take control of their health and well-being. I became a dietitian to teach people how to use food as medicine by taking a holistic approach to health. By doing this, I believe that clients will be able to reach their desired goals, prevent diseases from happening, and put certain conditions in remission, all while improving their overall well-being so that they can become the best version of themselves—body, mind, and spirit." - Shanon

Our Founder & CEO

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Shanon Whittingham, MS, RDN, CDN, NBC-HWC, is a passionate leader in nutrition and healthcare, dedicated to helping others achieve lasting health and vitality. As a board-certified Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN), Certified Dietitian and Nutritionist (CDN), National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC),   Shanon stays at the forefront of health research, combining the latest in scientific research to empower her clients. 

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Shanon’s philosophy is rooted in the understanding that true well-being nourishes the body, mind, and spirit. While many people come to her seeking help with specific health goals, like improve metabolic markers, Shanon’s mission goes beyond the numbers. She helps clients align their values, lifestyle, and habits through her PRIME framework (Purpose, Rest, Intake, Mindset, and Exercise). In addition to her private practice, Shanon is a proud member of Dietitians in Integrative and Functional Medicine (DIFM)..Her expertise has been featured in leading wellness publications, including Women's Health, Prevention, Business Insider, Huffington Post, WebMD, and Ingenovis Health.

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At the core of Shanon’s work is a deep faith that shapes her worldview and grounds her in hope and love. Through holistic solutions, she is committed to not just guiding clients towards better health, but also a better life. When she’s not expanding The Nourish Center, she enjoys attending church, exploring new restaurants in NYC, watching the latest competition series on Netflix, or spending quality time with friends and loved ones.

  • What is Shanon's educational background?
    Below is a summary of Shanon's background, including but not limited to the following: REGISTERED DIETITIAN NUTRITIONIST (RD/RDN) The Commission On Dietetic, 2021 CERTIFIED DIETITIAN NUTRITIONIST (CDN) New York State Education Department, 2021 NATIONAL BOARD-CERTIFIED HEALTH AND WELLNESS COACH (NBC-HWC) The National Board for Health & Wellness Coaching, 2024 CDC-CERTIFIED DIABETES PREVENTION COACH (Lifestyle Coach) Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Monitor My Health, 2022 MASTER OF SCIENCE Nutrition and Dietetics, Pace University, 2020 BACHELOR OF ARTS Psychology, City University of New York at Hunter College, 2016 BACHELOR OF ARTS Sociology, City University of New York at Hunter College, 2016 SERVSAFE MANAGER CERTIFIED, 2019 ServSafe
  • Why did Shanon become a dietitian and nutritionist?
    "As a registered dietitian, I am passionate about guiding individuals to make informed and personalized nutrition choices that empower them to take control of their health and well-being. I became a dietitian to teach people how to use food as medicine by taking a holistic approach to health. By doing this, I believe that clients will be able to reach their desired goals, prevent diseases from happening, and put certain conditions in remission, all while improving their overall well-being so that they can become the best version of themselves—body, mind, and spirit." - Shanon
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