Bio
Christie is the founder and director of Happy & Healthy Wellness. Her private practice is located at Long Island Integrative Medical, which is home to a host of allopathic and alternative health practitioners.
Through her work, she helps people make better food and lifestyle choices. She specializes in digestive disorders and conducts gluten-free cooking classes, health food store tours and lectures. She also works closely with her local Celiac Support Group.
Additionally, Ms. Korth is the Corporate Nutritionist for Brain Balance Achievement Centers. She works with children with are afflicted with ADHD, Autism, Asperger's and Dyslexia. She designs and conducts trainings for Brain Balance owners across the country on various topics to better serve the children the company serves. Further, Christie is also author of Healing IBD with Whole Foods: A Survival Guide for Those with Crohn’s and Colitis. (TBR April 2012 Hunter House Publishers)
Christie received her training to practice Health Counseling at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. She is a Certified Health Counselor through Columbia University's Teacher's College. Christie is also certified as a Group Facilitator from Adelphi University.
Christie lives in NY with her family including her son Jayden Michael and her cat, Precious. She enjoys cooking, the beach, volleyball and spending time with family and friends.
Specialties:
- Nutrition & Dietetics
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Location:
- Ronkonkoma, NY
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Group Memberships
Credentials
- Education
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Holistic Nutrition, Clayton College of Natural Health, Birmingham, AL, 2006-2010Holistic Nutrition, Institute for Integrative Nutrition, New York, New York, 2005-2007Integrative Nutrition, Columbia University, New York, NY, 2006-2007Social Work, Suffolk County Community College, Selden, NY, 2001-2005Social Work- Group Facilitation, Adelphi University, Garden City, NY, 2004
- Residency
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Holistic Nutrition, Long Island Integrated Medical, Ronkonkoma, NY, 2009-Present
- Board Certifications
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Holistic Health Practitioner, 2007-PresentAmerican Holistic Health Association, 2007-PresentNational Association of Nutrition Professionals, 2007-PresentThree Village Inn Networking, 2009-PresentRonkonkoma Chamber of Commerce, 2009-Present
- Additional Certifications of Specialty Qualifications
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- Publications
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IBD and Food Intolerance-Why Innocent Foods Can Make you Sick: A Whole Foods Guide to Surviving Crohn's and Colitis Publish Date: 4/2012 Hunter House Publishers, Alameda, CAWhat's For Lunch: Healthy Brown Bag Alternatives- Long Island Parent Magazine August/September 2010Special Kids, Nutrition and Childhood Disorders- Long Island Parent Magazine March/April 2010Brain Balance Nutrition Manual Brain Balance Achievement Center Corporate Office April 2009Articles for Ehow.com and examiner.com
Activity
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Is eating 8 to 10 cups of nuts every night good for a person?
8 to 10 cups every night is quite a lot of nuts! Are you training for a serious athletic event or do you require copious amount of protein due to a medical condition? I would not adv...
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What should I eat if I have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)?
For those with IBS, according to my extensive research, my book and both personal and professional experience, it is best to stick with a whole foods diet. Foods like caffeine and sugar are known t...
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What are some healthy beverages?
If you water isn't floating your boat (LOL) you can try a couple of other options. These options will allow you to continue to reap the benefits of drinking water, while pleasing your tast...
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How should I clean fruits and vegetables before eating?
The best way to remove clean and remove wax and pesticides from produce is to: Fill your sink with water. Add 1/4 cup of vinegar. Allow to soak for 15 minutes.&nbs...
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How can I gain weight?
Eating a diet rich in protein and carbohydrates like brown rice and bananas can be helpful for weight gain. Be mindful of you caloric intake. Depending on how underweight you may be, you shou...
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How can food affect symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)?
In my experience, as well as clients who I have worked with, food can effect the digestive tract by causing inflammation. Such inflammatory responses are provoked by 2 immune system reactions...
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Is decaf coffee bad for your health?
Contrary to popular belief, decaf coffee is hardly better than regular coffee. True, decaf contains less caffeine. Yes, I said less; not zero caffeine. Due to various loopholes in labeling law...
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What type of yogurt can be substituted for mayonnaise in dips?
Organic greek yogurt works very well to substitute mayonaise mixed with a teaspoon of lemon juice and a teaspoon of vinegar.
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Should breast cancer survivors avoid foods containing phytoestrogens?
This question is a hot topic today and the source of heated debate for many nutrition professionals. Many believe that you should avoid phytoestrogens if you have had breast cancer.Here is my take ...
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Which foods can help get me going in the morning?
Consider keeping a food diary of your breakfasts for one week and conduct an experiment. Perhaps you are the type of person who requires more protein in the morning, like eggs, beans, fish, or...
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What is the goal of nutrition counseling?
The goals of nutrition counseling vary, depending on the type of practitioner that you work with. There are registered dieticians, conventional nutritionists, holistic nutritionists, health co...
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What is parenteral nutrition?
Parenteral nutrition (PN) is used when tradtional oral feeding methods are inappropriate or unachievable. PN is conducted by feeding a person intravenously, which allows the body to bypass fo...
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