Kristen Zetterberg—

Registered Dietitian, Licensed Dietitian-Nutritionist

 About Kristen—

Nutrition and exercise are Kristen’s passions and she has had an interest since she was a young child.She attended West Chester University where she earned a Bachelors of Science Degree in Nutrition & Dietetics, a minor in Health Sciences, and a strong concentration in Kinesiology.She completed her graduate dietetic internship at the University of Delaware.Upon completion of this year-long internship she became board certified as a Registered Dietitian (RD).She then worked with an Endocrinologist as an RD for Abington Corporate Health.Some of the responsibilities she had included specializing in diabetes and weight management.She conducted group educational and behavioral classes in addition to working one-on-one with individual patients, which she found most rewarding.Recently, Kristen has worked for a large weight loss company as a specialized consultant for various counselors around the United States.

Kristen emphasizes sound nutrition and exercise principles, grounded in the latest research, that address all aspects of health and wellness. At LC Wellness & Spa, she utilizes cutting edge health and athletic assessment tools in order to design, implement and optimize individual nutrition and exercise programs for each patient based on their personal goals.

She believes that health and well-being extend beyond traditional medical treatment and typical gym or weight loss programs. The nutrition programs incorporate pharmaceutical grade supplements that further fine tune all health, weight loss and athletic training programs based on individual need. She believes this attention to detail aids in the achievement and success of her patient’s.

Kristen whole-heartedly believes in the power of nutrition as preventative medicine.Let her help guide you to becoming a stronger, healthier and more balanced person…for life.

She is a member of many professional associations, including:

• American Dietetic Association
• Pennsylvania Dietetic Association
• Philadelphia Dietetic Association
• Weight Management (ADA Practice Group)
• Nutrition Entrepreneurs (ADA Practice Group)

Menu of Nutritional Services

One-on-one Nutritional Counseling

for the Following Areas:

• Overweight and Obesity
• Diabetes
• Metabolic Syndrome
• Heart Disease
• High Cholesterol
• High Triglycerides
• High Blood Pressure
• Osteoporosis
• Gastrointestinal Disorders—such as IBS and Diverticulitis
• Celiac Disease—and other food allergies and intolerances 

Individual Testing Offered

Metabolic Analysis--Utilizing the REEVUE™

Your Metabolic Fingerprint is a measurement of your body’s unique metabolism.Just like your fingerprint, you metabolism is unique to you.It is a test that determines Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR) by measuring oxygen consumed while at rest.

Knowing your Metabolic Fingerprint is the missing piece to the weight management puzzle.With a complete Metabolic Analysis, you now have the ability to precisely know how many calories you need to meet your goals and personalize a program tailored to your body’s needs.

Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA)

The Bioimpedance Analysis (BIA) is a method of assessing your “body composition”—the measurement of body fat in relation to lean body mass.Research has shown that body composition is directly related to health and the BIA is an integral part of a health and nutrition assessment.Over 100 independent studies, conducted by researchers over the past 20 years, have demonstrated that the BIA can provide an accurate and clinically useful assessment of body composition.

CardioChek™—Immediate, On-The-Spot Heart Health Testing

Accurate individual testing for Total Cholesterol, HDL Cholesterol, LDL Cholesterol (direct), Triglycerides, Glucose, Ketones, and Creatinine.With the hand-held CardioChek, in about two minutes, we can obtain results from a quick and easy fingerstick.

During counseling sessions, patients will receive education on various nutritional and wellness topics, different levels of accountability depending on the needs and goals of the individual, and a personalized program. You will learn how to improve energy levels, improve athletic performance, be at peace with ALL food, create a more positive and loving relationship with your body, and establish a healthy and pleasurable relationship with food.

Other Specialized Services Include:

• Detoxification Program:Every day people are exposed to multiple toxins that exceed the body’s ability to detoxify, causing a buildup of toxins. A detoxification program may be a simple first approach of those suffering from symptoms and conditions associated with metabolic toxicity or inflammation.
• Family and Group Nutritional/Lifestyle Counseling: A comprehensive 12-week Program that includes an initial consultation and a 12-week educational program.
• Supermarket Tours:Learn how to navigate your way through the grocery store with health and nutrition being your number one priority.Become food label savvy, learn which foods are highest in heart healthy Omega-3’s, and learn tips for to avoid supermarket sabotage.Monthly visits will include trips to stores such as Trader Joes, Whole Foods, and Giant Supermarket.
• Recipe Modifications:Bring in your favorite family recipes and find out how to increase their nutritional values to meet your health goals.

If interested in any of the above services, find out more information from the front desk or contact me: Kristen Zetterberg, RD, LDN at inspirenutrition@yahoo.com