What is functional nutrition?

Functional Nutrition is evidence-based, personalized nutrition that focuses on building health by restoring the proper physiological function of the body. Read more about functional nutrition here.

Do you do virtual consults?

Yes, I have a virtual practice. We can communicate through FaceTime, Zoom, or phone calls.

What can I expect from my first consult?

I will conduct an in-depth past medical history and review your primary concerns, diet, and lifestyle to determine how to restore balance in your body. At the end of the visit, I will review nutritional supplementation, dietary suggestions, lifestyle recommendations, and any laboratory testing I recommend to get you well.

Can I interpret your blood work?

Yes. I am trained to interpret blood work and identify imbalances, deficiencies, and toxicities. If you require updated blood work, I can set you up for testing.

Do you work with all diet types?

Yes, I accommodate all dietary preferences - omnivore, vegan, vegetarian, etc.

What is the difference between a Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS) and a Registered Dietician (RD)?

I wrote a blog post on this topic: learn more.

The Certified Nutrition Specialist credential is the Gold Standard for Advanced Nutrition Professionals. A CNS is a highly qualified nutritional professional with an advanced degree (graduate or doctorate) from a fully accredited university in nutrition plus 1,000 hours of a supervised internship and must pass the rigorous exam administered by the Board for Certification of Nutrition Specialists.

An RD is a food and dietary professional, usually with a 4-year bachelor's degree and 900-1200 hours in a dietetic internship through an accredited program and passing a dietetics registration exam. Dietitians focus on calories (energy), quality of food regarding freshness, sanitation and freedom from spoilage and contamination, meal planning, evaluation of standard measurements of foods, specific diets for certain conditions, and eating patterns based primarily on food groups, such as the food pyramid, and other guidelines based on daily food intake strictly outlined by health organizations.

Source: www.americannutritionassociation.org

How do I order professional-grade supplements?

You can order professional-grade supplements through FullScript. Anyone is welcome to set up a FullScript account. Browse the FullScript site, order supplements right to your door and receive 15% off all orders. Visit Fullscript.

Do you take insurance?

Abigail King Functional Nutrition, LLC does not accept insurance or Medicare to cover consultation costs. Upon request, a detailed service receipt can be submitted directly to your insurance company for possible reimbursement. You can also use an FSA and HSA to pay for services.