Clinical Nutrition
Food as Medicine
What you eat has a profound impact on every system in your body. Dr. Kim Townsend, ND uses clinical nutrition to address the root causes of chronic illness, hormonal imbalance, digestive disorders, and more.
OVERVIEW
Clinical Nutrition at Townsend Naturopathic
An individual’s nutrition has an undeniable impact on their health. With so many preservatives, and packaged and processed foods commonly consumed, it has become increasingly difficult to obtain the necessary nutrients through natural sources. At the Townsend Naturopathic Clinic, we are able to examine the relationship between diet and health and prepare a unique course of action to improve any diet and promote overall wellbeing.
Clinical Nutrition
Insurance: Covered by most Benefit Plans
New Patients: Now welcoming
Virtual Care: Offered Province-wide
Location: Burlington, ON
Parking: Free on-site
WHO THIS IS FOR
Conditions We Treat
Clinical nutrition is a core part of Dr. Kim's approach to a wide range of health conditions, including...
✦ Weight Management ✦ Detoxification ✦ Digestive Disturbances ✦ Depression ✦ Decreasing Inflammation ✦ Pain Management ✦ Increasing Energy Levels ✦ ADHD ✦ Autism & Aspergers ✦ Hormonal Imbalances ✦ Food Sensitivities & Intolerances ✦ Blood Sugar Dysregulation ✦ Cardiovascular Health ✦ Skin Conditions ✦ Nutritional Deficiencies
TCONO Registered
OAND Member
CAND Member
25+ Years Experience
Licensed BHRT Prescriber
The Method
How Dr. Kim Uses Clinical Nutrition
A healthy, well balanced diet from a variety of natural sources is integral to good health. Specialized diets, allergy testing and nutritional supplements such as vitamins, minerals, enzymes and other nutraceuticals may be recommended to improve or supplement any diet. From this foundation, Dr. Kim develops an individualized nutritional protocol that may include targeted dietary modifications, therapeutic elimination and reintroduction protocols, meal planning guidance, and evidence-based supplementation. Her recommendations are practical, sustainable, and tailored to your lifestyle — because the best nutritional plan is one you can actually follow.
Supplementation
Targeted Supplementation & Nutritional Support
In many cases, diet alone is not sufficient to correct longstanding deficiencies or therapeutic imbalances, particularly for patients dealing with malabsorption issues, chronic illness, or significant nutritional depletion. Dr. Kim uses high-quality, professional-grade supplements as part of a broader nutritional strategy, always with a clear rationale and measurable goals.
Supplementation recommendations are revisited regularly as your health improves and your nutritional needs evolve. Dr. Kim's goal is always to use the minimum effective dose to achieve the desired outcome,supporting your body's natural function rather than creating long-term supplement dependency.