is an integrative nutrition practitioner with over 14 years experience, helping and educating patients with her “Food as Medicine” philosophy to treat Inflammatory conditions in & outside the digestive tract.
Patients of Marissa come for health and healing, often dealing with chronic conditions and symptoms such as abdominal discomfort, women’s health issues, gas, bloating, migraines and headaches, skin problems, leaky gut, autoimmune conditions and digestive disorders. Being plant-based herself for 20+ years, Marissa supports and guides those interested in adapting a more natural and holistic lifestyle.
Marissa holds 2 degrees in nutrition, receiving her bachelor’s degree in nutritional sciences from University of Connecticut in 2004 and graduate degree from Rutger’s University in 2010 with her Master’s in Clinical Nutrition. She is certified in adult weight management, and is board certified in Integrative and Functional Nutrition and a certified LEAP Therapist.
Marissa has appeared in several media outlets as a nutrition expert, including Good Morning Maryland, Fox 29 Philadelphia news, WMBM “Medical Hour,” and several print and online magazines. She is an active member of the Integrative and Functional Nutrition Academy, Miami Dietetic Association, LEAP therapists group, and American College of Nutrition.
TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE!
Endometriosis is a condition where the endometrium tissue that’s typically found on the inside of your uterus grows on the outside of it. In the United States, the condition affects 1 in 10 women during their reproductive years. The symptoms of this condition tend to be worse around menstruation periods.
Signs and symptoms include:
– Pain before and after period.
– Pain during sex
– Infertility
– Fatigue
– Painful urination before periods
– Painful bowel movements
– Other gastrointestinal upsets such as diarrhea, constipation or nausea.
Diet changes that may aid in managing endometriosis: fibrous foods, such as fruits, vegetables, legumes, and whole grains. Iron-rich foods, such as dark leafy greens, broccoli, beans, fortified grains, nuts, and seed. Foods rich in essential fatty acids, such as salmon, sardines, herring, trout, walnuts, chia, and flax seeds. Antioxidant-rich foods found in colorful fruits and vegetables, such as oranges, berries, dark chocolate, spinach, and beets.Avoid Trans Fats, Processed Foods, Dairy, Caffeine and Alcohol, Red Meat.
1. What are some symptoms of endometriosis?
A. Infertility
B. Pain During Sex
C. Gastrointestinal Upsets
D. All of the above
2. What are some things you can do to relieve your symptoms?
A. Eat fast food daily
B. Crash diets
C. Diet change to fibrous, antioxidant-rich foods
D. Coffee and alcohol
3. Can endometriosis affect my fertility?
A. Yes
B. No
4. What foods help with the symptoms of endometriosis?
A. Antioxidant-rich foods
B. Dark leafy greens
C. Iron-rich foods
D. All of the above
5. Can herbs and abdominal massages help with endometriosis?
Scroll Down to See the Answers!
ANSWER KEY
- D
- C
- A
- D
- ABSOLUTELY!
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