Embark on a delicious journey towards a healthier you with YMCA Nutrition Services!
Our team of Registered Dietitians will whip up personalized nutrition plans that make your goals a reality, while sprinkling in sustainable lifestyle changes that stick. RDs are licensed to tackle the toughest of challenges, from busting diabetes to conquering cholesterol, obesity, CHF, malnutrition, kidney disease, and even high blood pressure. Get ready to savor the flavors of success on your path to a vibrant, nutritious, and oh-so-yummy life!
Looking for a few quick nutrition sessions to get started, or more of an on-going schedule? No matter your needs, we have packages that are right for you!
Upcoming Events
Next Month's Calendar of Events:
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Tuesdays with Trish |
October 3, 1:45-2:45 pm | O'Fallon Family YMCA - MO | |
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Aquaponics 101 |
October 5, 11 am - 12 pm | Bayer YMCA | Register |
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Food Preservation - Freezing and Drying |
October 5, 6-7:30 pm | Emerson YMCA | Register |
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Aquaponics 101 |
October 6, 12:45-1:45 pm | O'Fallon Family YMCA - MO | Register |
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Tuesdays with Trish |
October 10, 12-1 pm | Emerson YMCA | |
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Aquaponics 101 |
October 12, 6-7 pm | Mid-County Family YMCA | |
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Food Preservation - Basics of Home Food Preservation |
October 19, 6-7:30 pm | Wildwood Family YMCA | |
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Food Preservation - Water Bath Canning |
October 19, 1:30-3:30 pm | RiverChase YMCA | |
Meet the Dietitian
Marie Gorski, MFN, RD, LD
Skills
As a Registered Dietitian, Marie is passionate about helping clients meet their wellness goals such as:
- Weight loss/gain
- Diabetes/pre-diabetes
- Heart disease/CHF
- Blood Pressure/hypertension
- Cancer
- Plant based diets (vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, flexitarian)
- Weight loss trends (keto, intermittent fasting, intuitive eating, etc.)
- Women’s health (fertility, PCOS, maternal healthy)
- Healthy aging (65 and up)
- General wellness
Education
Marie completed her Masters of Food and Nutrition Sciences and Dietetic Internship in 2012 from Bowling Green State University and Bachelors of Science - Dietetics in 2010 from Fontbonne University
Passions and Personal Statement
In her free time, Marie enjoys cooking, hiking, photography, traveling, spending time with her two human and one canine children and is currently training to become a certified yoga instructor.
“The journey and the goal are one in the same. We are forever evolving and trying to become the best versions of ourselves. How we nourish our bodies has a tremendous impact on our path to wellness”.
“As a clinician, I work with clients to provide the tools and strategies that empower them to reach their wellness goals so they can Be the Boss”.
Nutrition Services
Nutrition Counseling
Nutrition Counseling is an evidence-based approach to treating chronic conditions through nutrition. Nutrition Counseling treats a variety of chronic conditions through in-depth, individualized nutrition care. This journey includes an assessment of your eating habits and overall lifestyle and a personalized nutrition plan to help you live a healthier life!
Nutrition Workshops
Monthly dietitian-approved nutrition workshops are held by experienced and knowledgeable Y Health and Wellness staff Health. We offer a variety of rotating topics, including eating health on a budget, reading food labels, sports nutrition, diabetes management, and more!
Cooking Classes
Join our Health and Wellness team for monthly cooking classes where we explore a variety of health topics such as “Brain Food - Eating for Healthy Aging” and “Global Cuisine”. Cooking classes are led by a Registered Dietitian or Health Coach or occasional guest speakers!
Check out Our Healthy for Life Nutrition Series
Check out nutrition podcasts by YMCA Registered Dietitian, Marie Gorski! Her Nutrition Series: Healthy for Life will walk you through various topics designed to help you and your loved ones live a healthier and happier life!
Download a Copy of Our Recipe Book
We hope you enjoy these Dietitian created and approved recipes!
Check Out our Latest Nutrition Blogs
