EP12: The Power of Nutrition : Using Food As Medicine with Dr. Stephanie Petrosky

Are you getting enough nutrition in your food and supplements? In integrative medicine, nutrition plays a crucial role in one's wellness and overall physical health. But our modern lifestyles and busy schedules have occupied our time that meal planning and cooking are no longer an option. In this episode, Haylie Pomroy engages in an insightful conversation with Dr. Stephanie Petrosky, Associate Professor and Nutrition Director at Nova Southeastern University. Their discussion delves into the concept of "food as medicine," exploring how nutrition is increasingly recognized in clinical settings and its impact on health and wellness. Dr. Petrosky highlights the importance of considering a patient's entire lifestyle, including stress and social support systems, in nutritional counseling. Moreover, educating them on how they can take care of themselves in the best and most nutritious way possible. She also reminds everyone to be aware of the information patients are getting from the internet, because nowadays too much information can actually lead to misinformation — talk to an expert to receive the proper treatment. Tune in to gain valuable insights into how food choices affect our health and well-being and learn practical tips for incorporating nutritious eating habits into your daily lives. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the profound connection between what we eat and our overall health. Stephanie Petrosky, D.C.N., M.H.A., RDN, LDN, FAND serves as the Nutrition Director at the Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine at Nova Southeastern University. She is an accomplished executive known for her expertise in operations, marketing, and financial management in the healthcare sector. Petrosky excels in strategic business planning, particularly in challenging and competitive environments. She has a strong track record in turning around underperforming units, enhancing customer and staff satisfaction, and creating new revenue-generating services. Her skills span across areas like accreditation systems, strategic planning, customer loyalty, new business development, and emergency management. Petrosky is recognized for her collaborative and motivational leadership style, significantly impacting organizational development and operational efficiency. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniepetrosky —------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Thank you for tuning in to the Hope and Help For Fatigue and Chronic Illness Podcast. Sign up today for our newsletter. 👉 https://nova.us4.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=419072c88a85f355f15ab1257&id=5e03a4de7d  Enjoy our show? Please leave us a 5-star review so we can bring hope and help to others.   This podcast is brought to you by the Institute for Neuro-Immune Medicine. Learn more about us here. Website: https://www.nova.edu/nim/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InstituteForNeuroImmuneMedicine  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/NSU_INIM/   Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/NSU_INIM   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nsu_inim   Your support goes a long way toward the advancement of clinical research. Donate here. 👉 https://www.nova.edu/nim/donations.html