Functional Nutrition for Women’s Health, Digestion, and Metabolic Wellness
Low energy, digestive issues, stubborn weight changes, and symptoms that never fully resolve often don't always have one single explanation. Your hormones, metabolism, gut health, stress, and daily habits all play a role in how you feel and function.
What is functional nutrition?
Functional = Understanding the physical, emotional, and lifestyle factors that influence your physiology
Nutrition = Using food as information + raw materials for your cells
Functional nutrition helps connect the dots between your symptoms, physiology, nutrition, and lifestyle to create a personalized approach that supports lasting health.
Why What You've Tried Hasn't Worked
You've tracked your macros.
Taken the supplements.
Tried the meal plans.
Maybe even ordered a lab test or two.
And you're still tired by 3pm. Still bloated after meals. Still craving sugar even on your "good" days.
Most nutrition programs hand you a protocol and send you on your way. I build a plan around your actual life, your schedule, your capacity, your body- so it's something you can actually sustain.
You don't need more information. You need someone to help you turn it into something you can follow through on.
The R.O.O.T. Method™ is a different way to approach your health.
I’m redefining what real support feels like- personal, practical, and built around you.
✔️ I do the work of connecting your symptoms, history, and patterns, so you don't have to piece it together alone.
✔️ You get a plan built for your actual week, not an idealized one.
✔️ I help you build the systems that make it stick, not just the knowledge to know what to do.
✔️ No more guessing. No more overwhelm. No more starting over every Monday.
MY UNIQUE PROCESS
The R.O.O.T. Method™
Recognize. Rest(o)re. Organize. Thrive.
A personalized, data-driven process that combines clinical insight, nutrition education, and behavior-change coaching to help you take ownership of your health.
01 RECOGNIZE
Understand What's Really Going On
Before we meet, we begin building the full picture.
You'll complete a comprehensive health intake covering your symptoms, medical history, previous lab work, nutrition, lifestyle, and health goals.
Your First Session: A 75-minute Comprehensive Intake
During our 75-minute initial consultation, we'll explore your health history, symptoms, laboratory findings, food behaviors, movement, sleep, stress, menstrual health, and relationship with food.
We'll look at how these factors may be influencing one another, discuss what you've already tried, and identify where additional information or testing may be helpful.
I'll take the time to understand your everyday life, the barriers you've encountered, and what you want to achieve. Your experience matters just as much as the information we gather.
Together, we'll establish your priorities and begin developing a clear, personalized direction for your care.
This is where we connect the dots, identify what deserves attention, and create a starting point grounded in your individual needs.
02 REST(O)RE
Nourish Your Body. Rebuild Your Foundations.
With a clearer understanding of your health, we can create a personalized plan for moving forward.
Your plan will be informed by the data we've gathered and shaped by your individual needs, preferences, goals, and capacity for change.
Together, we'll focus on the foundations that matter most for you. This may include adequate nourishment, blood sugar regulation, digestive health, movement, stress management, and recovery. When appropriate, we'll incorporate targeted supplementation or coordinate additional care with your healthcare team.
Education is a central part of this process.
I'll help you understand why I’m making specific recommendations, how they relate to your health, and what to pay attention to as we move forward.
We'll begin with manageable changes, building on what you're already doing well and adjusting your plan as we learn how your body responds.
A personalized plan. Informed decisions. Sustainable progress.
The goal is to give you a clear direction, the knowledge to understand your choices, and a foundation you can continue building on.
03 ORGANIZE
Build Systems That Make Consistency Easier.
A personalized plan is only as useful as your ability to put it into practice.
Now that we've identified your priorities and established a clear direction, we'll focus on making your plan work in your everyday life.
We'll look at the barriers that have made consistency difficult in the past, whether that's a demanding schedule, decision fatigue around food, perfectionism, or the tendency to fall into all-or-nothing thinking.
Together, we'll create practical systems around meal planning, grocery shopping, movement, stress management, and recovery that support your goals while respecting your current capacity.
This is where knowledge becomes action.
Through ongoing coaching, we'll work on making small, intentional changes, building on what's already working, and adjusting your approach when challenges arise.
We'll also explore how your mindset and beliefs about yourself influence your choices. Each time you follow through on a realistic commitment, you have an opportunity to strengthen your confidence and self-trust.
Ongoing Support & Accountability
You'll have regular one-on-one coaching sessions throughout the program to help you:
Identify and work through barriers as they arise.
Develop realistic routines that reduce overwhelm.
Review your progress and adjust your plan based on your experience.
Navigate stressful weeks without abandoning your goals.
Build confidence through small, consistent actions.
Your plan will evolve as you do.
We'll continue refining your strategies based on your progress, feedback, and changing needs, so you can develop a way of caring for yourself that works through different seasons of life.
Practical systems. Intentional action. Consistency that lasts.
The goal is to help you build the skills, routines, and self-trust to turn your health goals into sustainable everyday habits.
04 THRIVE
Build Self-Trust. Make Your Progress Your Own.
You've spent time understanding your body, building supportive habits, and learning what works for you. Now, we'll focus on carrying that progress forward.
Together, we'll reflect on how far you've come, revisit your original goals, and identify the changes that have made the greatest difference in how you feel.
We'll review your symptoms, nutrition and lifestyle patterns, and relevant health markers. When appropriate, we'll use follow-up testing to evaluate progress and inform your next steps.
You'll also have the opportunity to recognize something equally important: how your relationship with yourself has evolved.
The small commitments you've practiced, the challenges you've navigated, and the choices you've made along the way have helped you develop greater confidence in your ability to care for yourself.
This is where your progress becomes something you know how to sustain.
Your Personalized Plan for Long-Term Success
As we wrap up our work together, we'll create a plan that reflects what you've learned and prepares you for the seasons ahead.
You'll leave with:
A clearer understanding of your body: Recognize patterns in your energy, digestion, hunger, menstrual cycle, and other relevant symptoms, and know when to seek additional support.
A personalized maintenance plan: Identify the nutrition, movement, and lifestyle habits that have been most supportive of your health.
Tools for navigating change: Adapt your routines during busy weeks, stressful periods, travel, and shifting priorities.
Greater confidence in your choices: Use what you've learned to make informed decisions without constantly searching for the next diet, supplement, or quick fix.
A stronger sense of self-trust: Recognize the progress you've made and your growing ability to follow through on the commitments you make to yourself.
Your health will continue to evolve, and you'll have the knowledge and tools to evolve with it.
The goal is for you to leave feeling more confident in your ability to understand your body's needs, make intentional choices, and maintain the habits that support the life you want to live.
Understand your body. Trust your choices. Thrive on your own terms.
Ready to Get to the Root of Your Health?
Gain clarity about your body, develop a personalized plan, and build the knowledge, habits, and self-trust to support your health for years to come.
Client Praise
"This is the first time something has actually felt sustainable and made sense for my body. Instead of restriction, I've learned how to eat in a way that supports my metabolism, energy, and overall health."
Tia A.
"Stephanie is amazing at listening and coming up with a comprehensive plan using a holistic approach. She's an expert at getting to the root of an issue. Working with her has changed my life for the better and I’m looking forward to continuing on this journey to better health.”
Holly W.
"Since working together, I’ve gained a much deeper understanding of my patterns around food and the burnout that was driving them. You’ve helped me shift away from looking for quick fixes and instead focus on building sustainable habits by addressing foundational pieces like sleep, movement, and consistent meals.”
Holly F.
Different Health Concerns. One Personalized Approach.
Whether you're navigating digestive symptoms, hormonal changes, weight-management challenges, or the unique nutritional needs of GLP-1 medications, your health deserves an individualized approach.
The R.O.O.T. Method™ brings together clinical insight, data-informed nutrition, and behavior-change coaching to help us understand the factors influencing your health, identify your priorities, and create a plan that fits your life. Explore how my approach brings clarity to different health concerns.
GLP-1 Support
For those using or considering GLP-1 medications.
Support your body through your GLP-1 journey with personalized nutrition that prioritizes muscle preservation, digestive health, adequate nourishment, and a healthier relationship with food.
Weight Management & Metabolic Health
For those struggling with weight changes or metabolic concerns.
Understand the factors influencing your weight and metabolism while building sustainable nutrition, movement, and lifestyle habits that support your health and long-term goals.
Digestive & Gut Health
For those navigating persistent digestive symptoms.
Explore potential contributors to bloating, constipation, food sensitivities, and irregular digestion through an individualized approach that supports digestive function and helps you feel more comfortable in your body.
Women’s Health & Hormone Support
For those navigating hormonal changes and women's health concerns.
Explore the factors influencing your menstrual cycle, energy, mood, and metabolism through personalized nutrition and lifestyle strategies that support your health at every stage of life.
Meet Stephanie Hands, MS, CNS, NBC-HWC
Certified Nutrition Specialist | Functional Nutrition Expert | Health Advocate
My approach to health was shaped by my own experience navigating persistent fatigue, digestive issues, and hormonal changes while balancing a demanding healthcare career and an active mountain lifestyle. After struggling to find answers and feeling dismissed, I discovered the value of personalized care that considers the whole picture.
With a Master's in Applied Clinical Nutrition and training in health coaching, I combine clinical insight, data-informed nutrition, and behavior-change strategies to help women better understand their bodies and take ownership of their health.
Through my signature R.O.O.T. Method™, I help women connect the dots between their symptoms, nutrition, lifestyle, and mindset while building practical systems that make healthy choices easier. My mission is to help women feel heard, develop lasting self-trust, and build the confidence and capacity to live full, active lives.
Ready to Feel Like Yourself Again?
Root to Restore™ is a four-month, one-on-one functional nutrition and health coaching experience that brings together personalized assessment, data-informed strategies, and practical behavior-change strategies.
You'll receive individualized guidance and ongoing support as we work to understand your health, address your priorities, and build habits that fit your life.
Your Program Includes:
An initial 75-minue in-depth review of your medical history, symptoms, previous lab work, nutrition, menstrual health, movement, sleep, stress, and lifestyle to identify patterns and establish your health priorities.
7 follow-up sessions over four months to review your progress, address challenges, and refine your plan.
Personalized Attention & Ongoing Accountability: Individualized guidance throughout the program to help you navigate barriers, implement recommendations, and make adjustments as your needs evolve.
Functional Lab Review & Targeted Testing Recommendations: A comprehensive review of relevant existing laboratory results, recommendations for additional testing when clinically appropriate, and education to help you understand how findings inform your care.
Customized Nutrition & Lifestyle Plan: A comprehensive written action plan with individualized nutrition, movement, stress management, recovery, and supplement recommendations when appropriate.
Behavior-Change & Mindset Coaching: Personalized strategies to address all-or-nothing thinking, build realistic routines, strengthen self-trust, and develop consistency with your health habits.
Educational Resources & Practical Tools: Access to nutrition handouts, worksheets, meal-planning resources, and habit-building exercises to help you understand your body and apply what you're learning.
Progress Reassessment & Long-Term Maintenance Plan: A review of your symptoms, goals, and relevant health markers, with repeat testing when appropriate, followed by a personalized plan for maintaining your progress.
An Investment in Your Health, Knowledge & Self-Trust
Over four months, we'll work together to understand your health, establish supportive foundations, and develop the skills and routines that fit your life.
You'll leave with a clearer understanding of your body, practical strategies you can continue using, and greater confidence in your ability to make informed decisions about your health.
Four months. Eight personalized sessions. One clear path forward
Got questions? I’ve got answers.
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Root to Restore™ is a four-month, one-on-one functional nutrition and health coaching program built around my signature R.O.O.T. Method™. Your investment includes a comprehensive health and nutrition assessment, one 90-minute initial consultation, nine 45-minute follow-up sessions, individualized nutrition and lifestyle recommendations, relevant lab review, behavior-change coaching, educational resources, and a personalized long-term maintenance plan.
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Yes. Root to Restore™ is designed as a four-month experience, giving us time to understand your starting point, implement personalized strategies, work through barriers, and develop a plan for maintaining your progress.
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Lab testing is individualized and recommended only when the results may meaningfully inform your care. We'll begin by reviewing any relevant testing you've already completed and discuss whether additional testing would be useful. Any additional labs are not included in the price and range anywhere from 50 - 500$. You'll have the opportunity to review any recommended testing and associated costs before proceeding.
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Not necessarily. I'll review your existing results alongside your symptoms, medical history, and health goals. If the results are recent and relevant, we may be able to use them to inform your plan. Additional or repeat testing will be considered based on your individual circumstances and whether it would provide useful information.
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It may be. If you've already completed testing or tried different nutrition and supplement approaches, we'll review what you've learned, what you've tried, and how you've responded. My approach also emphasizes nutrition education, practical systems, and behavior-change coaching, helping you translate recommendations into habits that fit your life. We can discuss your previous experiences and whether the program addresses the support you're looking for during an initial conversation.
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You don't need to have a diagnosis or know exactly what is contributing to your symptoms before reaching out. We'll begin with a comprehensive assessment of your health history, nutrition, symptoms, and lifestyle to identify priorities and explore possible contributing factors. If your symptoms suggest that medical evaluation or additional testing is needed, I'll encourage appropriate follow-up with your healthcare provider. We can also discuss whether Root to Restore is an appropriate fit for your needs.
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Once you submit your application, I'll review the information you've shared and follow up about the next step. We'll discuss your health concerns, goals, and what you're looking for in a nutrition and coaching program. You'll have an opportunity to ask questions and determine whether Root to Restore™ is the right fit before making a commitment.
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No, Wildflower Nutrition is a private-pay practice. This allows me to dedicate more time to each client, personalize recommendations and testing when appropriate, and provide comprehensive care tailored to your individual needs and goals.
Have a Question I Haven't Answered?
I'd love to hear from you. Apply to explore whether Root to Restore™ aligns with your health concerns, goals, and the support you're looking for.
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