Approach & Philosophy

In a world where we have unlimited access to overwhelming and confusing information about health, it can be challenging to know where to start. The foods we enjoy, our relationships with them, and how our bodies respond are so individualized that our approach has to be too. Together, we will learn and take into account your specific variables.

I aim to create a safe and welcoming space; to meet you where you’re at and support you to be your happiest and healthiest through sustainable changes in your daily life!

About Me

Hi, I’m Nava, a Registered Dietitian and owner of Gathering Nutrition. I’m currently based in Los Angeles, but am able to work with people from all over. I love being outdoors, crafting, dancing, cooking and eating tasty food. I care deeply about community building and creating connections. I’m excited to get to know about you as a person, which can include but is not limited to seeing your pets on telehealth.

  • Nava is passionate about integrative nutrition, chronic disease prevention and management, gut health, and reducing inflammation. She’s here to assist clients in looking at their various symptoms and getting to the source of their health concerns.

  • Nava graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Foods and Nutrition from San Diego State University. She completed her supervised hours in a variety of hospital, clinic and community settings for credentialling through Bastyr University in the greater Seattle area. Since she has worked for two years in an outpatient practice, open to clients presenting with any and all health conditions. Then she started her private practice in 2024. In addition to her work with community health centers and outpatient clinics, she has also taught nutrition education and cooking classes to children and adults. Additionally, she has recently completed 135 hours of herbalism training through Herb Pharm.

Conditions Supported Cont.

  • Hormonal Health

    • Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)

    • Peri/menopause

    • Abnormal hormonal levels (men and women)

    • PMS

  • Gut Issues

    • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

    • Irritable Bowel Disease (IBD— Crohn’s, Ulcerative Colitis)

    • Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO)

    • Leaky gut

    • Candida (gut and/or systemic)

  • Heart-Related Conditions

    • Cardiovascular disease (CVD)

    • High blood pressure

    • High cholesterol

    • Coronary artery disease

    • Heart failure

    • Stroke

    Feel free to inquire if there’s something you’re seeking help for that’s not listed.

  • Inflammatory/Immune Conditions

    • Histamine intolerance

    • Mast-Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS)

    • Autoimmune diseases

    • Oxalate intolerance

  • Blood Sugar Management

    • Type 1 diabetes

    • Prediabetes

    • Type 2 diabetes

    • Gestational diabetes

  • Bone Health

    • Osteopenia

    • Osteoporosis

  • Other Conditions

    • Kidney disease

    • Liver disease

    • POTS

    • Cancer

    • Fatigue

    • Women’s health

    • Preventative care for long-term health

    • Disordered eating, improving relationship to food and body