Our Services
Nutritional Counseling
Evidence-based dietary guidance and supplement recommendations to support healing.
What Is Nutritional Counseling?
Nutrition plays a critical role in how quickly and completely your body heals. At Sycamore Chiropractic, Dr. Craig Petersen provides evidence-based nutritional counseling to complement your chiropractic care, helping you reduce systemic inflammation, support tissue repair, and build a foundation for long-term wellness. What you eat directly affects your muscles, joints, nerves, and immune system — and the right nutritional strategy can dramatically improve your treatment outcomes.
During your nutritional consultation, Dr. Petersen evaluates your current diet, identifies inflammatory triggers, and creates a practical, sustainable plan tailored to your health goals. This may include anti-inflammatory dietary recommendations, specific supplement protocols (such as omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, magnesium, or turmeric), hydration strategies, and guidance on reducing processed foods, sugar, and other dietary factors that contribute to chronic pain and inflammation.
Nutritional counseling is especially valuable for patients dealing with chronic pain, autoimmune conditions, weight management challenges, or slow-healing injuries. By addressing the nutritional component of your health alongside spinal alignment and rehabilitation, we provide truly whole-body care that treats you as a complete person — not just a collection of symptoms.
Why It Works
Benefits of Nutritional Counseling
Conditions We Treat
Who Can Benefit?
Nutritional Counseling at Sycamore Chiropractic is effective for a wide range of conditions, including:
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Petersen qualified to provide nutritional counseling?
Yes. Doctors of Chiropractic receive extensive training in nutrition as part of their doctoral curriculum. Dr. Petersen stays current with the latest research in clinical nutrition and applies evidence-based protocols to support his patients’ recovery and long-term health.
Will I need to buy expensive supplements?
No. Dr. Petersen only recommends supplements when there is a clear clinical reason to do so. Many patients see significant improvement through dietary changes alone. When supplements are recommended, he suggests high-quality, reasonably priced options and explains exactly why each one is beneficial.
Is nutritional counseling a separate appointment?
Nutritional counseling is typically integrated into your regular chiropractic visits. If a more in-depth consultation is needed, Dr. Petersen will schedule dedicated time. The service is included with your care plan at no additional cost.
Can nutrition really help with back pain?
Absolutely. Chronic inflammation is a major contributor to back pain, disc degeneration, and slow healing. An anti-inflammatory diet can significantly reduce pain levels and improve the body’s response to chiropractic treatment. Many patients notice a meaningful difference within just a few weeks of dietary changes.
Ready to Experience Nutritional Counseling?
Take advantage of our $49 New Patient Special — includes consultation, exam, X-rays if needed, and a custom treatment plan.