Plant-Focused Functional Nutrition for Women’s Gut, Hormone & Metabolic Health

Julie Pace, RDN is a nationally recognized Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with over 25 years of clinical experience specializing in functional and integrative nutrition for complex digestive, hormonal, and metabolic health conditions in women.

She provides evidence-based Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) and structured nutrition care for women experiencing:

• Digestive disorders and microbiome imbalances (IBS, SIBO, reflux, constipation, bloating)

• PCOS and insulin resistance

• Perimenopause and menopause-related metabolic and hormonal shifts

• Blood sugar dysregulation and prediabetes

• Chronic inflammation and metabolic dysfunction

Julie’s expertise has been featured in major national publications, including  Healthline, Everyday Health, Real Simple, EatingWell, Shape, Yahoo, AOL, Parade, and Health.com, where she shares expert insights on nutrition for digestive health, hormone balance, and metabolic wellness.

Virtual nutrition counseling is available for women throughout Mississippi, Alabama, Arkansas, and Florida.

Clinical Expertise in Women’s Gut, Hormone & Metabolic Nutrition

Julie Pace, RDN specializes in Medical Nutrition Therapy for digestive disorders, hormone imbalances, and metabolic health conditions affecting women.

Digestive Disorders in Women

Conditions addressed:

• IBS
• SIBO
• Bloating
• Reflux
• Constipation
• Diarrhea
• Microbiome imbalance

Hormone Imbalances

Conditions addressed:

• PCOS
• Perimenopause
• Menopause
• PMS
• Thyroid dysfunction
• Cycle irregularities

Metabolic Conditions

Conditions addressed:

• Insulin resistance
• Prediabetes
• Type 2 diabetes
• MASLD
• Metabolic Syndrome

Women’s Preventive Metabolic Health

Conditions addressed:

• Blood sugar stabilization
• Anti-inflammatory nutrition strategies
• Sustainable weight management for long-term metabolic resilience.

Specialized Areas of Nutrition Therapy

Your gut, hormones, and metabolism are deeply interconnected.
Addressing root causes requires a structured, integrative approach to nutrition care.

Gut Health & Digestive Support

Restore digestive function and reduce inflammation at the source.

• Persistent bloating

• Abdominal discomfort

• Irregular bowel movements

• Digestive flare-ups

• Food sensitivities

• Acne

Nutrition therapy supports gut integrity, reduces symptom flare-ups, and improves digestive health using functional and evidence-based strategies.

Hormone Balance & Women’s Health

Personalized hormone balance nutrition therapy for women

• Irregular menstrual cycles or missed periods

• Heavy, painful, or unpredictable periods

• PCOS-related weight gain and acne

• PMS symptoms like mood swings, bloating, and fatigue

• Perimenopause or menopause symptoms: hot flashes, night sweats, low energy

• Thyroid-related fatigue, hair loss, or weight challenges

Functional nutrition therapy targets blood sugar stability, inflammation reduction, and metabolic support to improve hormone signaling and symptom control.

Metabolic Health & Blood Sugar Support

Improve insulin sensitivity and metabolic resilience.

• Difficulty losing weight despite diet and exercise

• Blood sugar spikes, sugar cravings, or fatigue after meals

• Prediabetes or type 2 diabetes management

• Insulin resistance or PCOS-related metabolic issues

• Fatty liver (MASLD) or abnormal lab results

• GLP-1 medication nutrition optimization and support

Medical Nutrition Therapy focuses on blood sugar stabilization, sustainable weight strategies, and long-term metabolic health.

How Nutrition Therapy Works

Structured, Results-Focused Care

1. Comprehensive Assessment

Detailed review of symptoms, nutrition history, labs, lifestyle factors, and medical background.

2. Personalized Functional Nutrition Plan

Targeted dietary and lifestyle strategies designed to address underlying drivers of symptoms.

3. Ongoing Monitoring & Adjustments

Nutrition recommendations are refined based on progress, biomarkers, and response.

4. Long-Term Health Strategy

Sustainable nutrition and lifestyle strategies designed to improve resilience, prevent disease progression, and support healthy aging.

Virtual Women’s Health Dietitian Serving the Southeast and beyond

Julie Pace, RDN provides virtual nutrition counseling for women across the Southeast and more including:

• Mississippi
• Alabama
• Arkansas
• Florida
• Virginia
• Colorado
• California
• Texas
• Arizona

Women seeking expert support for digestive health, hormone balance, and metabolic nutrition therapy can access personalized care from the comfort of home.

Insurance and Payment Options

Most major insurance plans cover Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT), including:
Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna

Coverage varies by plan. Verify your benefits to see if your visits are covered. Flexible self-pay options are also available.

Expert Nutrition Resources

Stay informed with science-backed articles and recipes designed to support gut health, hormone balance, and metabolic wellness.

Easy Plant-Based Recipes

Easy, nutrient-dense recipes made with real food to support digestion, energy, and long-term wellness.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)

If you’re curious about how nutrition counseling works, or whether insurance covers your visits, here are answers to the questions we hear most often.