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Wendy Romig
Nutritionist
Dr. Wendy Romig, Doctor of Clinical Nutrition, is Founder and Clinical Director of Sage Integrative Health. Sage Integrative Health is a compassionate, results-driven functional nutrition and herbal medicine practice with the focus on uncovering the root cause of of health concerns. Dr. Romig specializes in offering nutritional interventions, herbal protocols and lifestyle modifications to help patients improve their overall quality of life while working to bring their bodies back into balance.
5 years
Experience
Wendy Romig
- Malvern, PA
- Maryland Univ of Integr Health
- Accepting new patients
Sedentary Lifestyle and Inflammation - Get Moving
Whether children, adults or senior citizens, physical activity and movement are critical for health and well-being. Despite the endless amounts of research and evidence showing...
Is Your Digestion Working Optimally?
Digestion is one of the most critical functions in the body when it comes to our overall health. From the moment food enters our mouth, until the time that it is either absorbed...
Can fruit smoothies help weight control?
Fruit smoothies are fine as long as you aren't using a lot of high glycemic fruits like pineapple, mangos, grapes, ripe bananas. Best to stick with berries, not very ripe bananas, READ MORE
Fruit smoothies are fine as long as you aren't using a lot of high glycemic fruits like pineapple, mangos, grapes, ripe bananas. Best to stick with berries, not very ripe bananas, apples and a green like spinach or kale. Feel free to schedule a 15-min free phone consult with one of our nutritionists to learn more. Click below: https://www.sageintegrativehealth.com/free-phone-consult/
How do I measure net carbs?
The best way to measure carb intake is by using a nutrition tracker like MyFitness Pal, MyNetDiary (Calorie tracker) or any other app. Many of them are free. If you have additional READ MORE
The best way to measure carb intake is by using a nutrition tracker like MyFitness Pal, MyNetDiary (Calorie tracker) or any other app. Many of them are free. If you have additional questions, please feel free to schedule a 15-min free phone call with our team. http://sageintegrativehealth.com<http://sageintegrativehealth.com/>
What is the best diet for inflammation?
The best diet for RA is definitely an anti-inflammatory diet which limits intake of processed foods, grains like white rice and breads, and also sugars. Eating lots of fruits and READ MORE
The best diet for RA is definitely an anti-inflammatory diet which limits intake of processed foods, grains like white rice and breads, and also sugars. Eating lots of fruits and veggies in addition to healthy fibers found in beans and whole grains like millet, buckwheat and brown/wild rice is optimal. We see a lot of RA patients in our clinic and invite you to schedule a 15-min free phone consultation to learn more about how we can support you through nutrition, functional medicine and lifestyle modifications. You can visit https://www.sageintegrativehealth.com/ to learn more. All the best.
How much protein should I have a day?
The general rule with protein is that you have 0.8g per 1 kilogram of body weight (your weight in pounds divided by 2.2). That gives you grams of protein daily if you are somewhat READ MORE
The general rule with protein is that you have 0.8g per 1 kilogram of body weight (your weight in pounds divided by 2.2). That gives you grams of protein daily if you are somewhat sedentary. You could go up to 1g/kg if you are more active. Protein is an essential nutrient that fuels the body's production of muscle tissue, enzymes, hormones, neurotransmitters and other things so it's important to get sufficient amounts of protein in the diet. Feel free to schedule a 15-min free phone consultation with our team to discuss your health goals further. https://www.sageintegrativehealth.com/
Is intermittent fasting safe and healthy?
Intermittent fasting is safe provided that you fast according to your health and age. I generally recommend no more than 14 hour overnight fasting, however I have seen mixed results READ MORE
Intermittent fasting is safe provided that you fast according to your health and age. I generally recommend no more than 14 hour overnight fasting, however I have seen mixed results for weight loss. It can be part of a weight loss plan, but it's not the entire picture. We offer a personalized weight loss program at our clinic and see patients all around the US via virtual visits. Please feel free to schedule a time to speak with our weight loss expert to learn more: https://www.sageintegrativehealth.com/weight-loss/
Can you suggest the proper diet for someone suffering from constipation?
The best diet for constipation is a moderate fiber diet (beans, whole grains and veggies) (too much fiber can actually increase constipation). You also want to make sure she's READ MORE
The best diet for constipation is a moderate fiber diet (beans, whole grains and veggies) (too much fiber can actually increase constipation). You also want to make sure she's well hydrated and not eating too much meat (red meat no more than 1x/week, chicken 4x/week and fish 2-3x/week). Lastly, exercise is essential for healthy BMs. Please feel free to schedule a 15-min free phone consultation with someone on our team to discuss further. https://www.sageintegrativehealth.com/
Are oats a healthy breakfast option?
Steel cut oats (not rolled oats) can offer a good solution for breakfast that is a great source of complex carbohydrates and offers a more sustained energy source. Rolled oats READ MORE
Steel cut oats (not rolled oats) can offer a good solution for breakfast that is a great source of complex carbohydrates and offers a more sustained energy source. Rolled oats function more as a simple carb and aren't as optimal. I hope this helps. If you have further questions, please feel free to schedule a 15-min free phone consultation with our team using the link below: https://www.sageintegrativehealth.com/ [https://www.sageintegrativehealth.com/s/misc/logo.png?t=1720471127]<https://www.sageintegrativehealth.com/> Sage Integrative Health Center - Functional Medicine, Nutrition, Clinical Herbalism<https://www.sageintegrativehealth.com/> Sage Integrative Health Center - Functional medicine, nutrition and herbal medicine - phone and video consultations available. Free 15-minute consultations with Dr. Wendy Romig. www.sageintegrativehealth.com
Is it safe to go off rice and wheat for a long period of time?
Yes, it's perfectly safe to pause these foods long-term as long as you include other healthy whole grains in your diet like quinoa, millet, or buckwheat. This will likely improve READ MORE
Yes, it's perfectly safe to pause these foods long-term as long as you include other healthy whole grains in your diet like quinoa, millet, or buckwheat. This will likely improve your energy levels.
L theanine dosage
You can safely go up to 400mg/day but without knowing your health history, I can't advise much more on the applicability of this for your situation. Feel free to schedule a 15- READ MORE
You can safely go up to 400mg/day but without knowing your health history, I can't advise much more on the applicability of this for your situation. Feel free to schedule a 15- min free phone call at the website below. https://www.sageintegrativehealth.com/
Eating Habits
Sounds like you may have some gut imbalances. Try gluten free bread for a few weeks to see if this helps. I encourage you to contact our clinic for a 15-min free phone consultation READ MORE
Sounds like you may have some gut imbalances. Try gluten free bread for a few weeks to see if this helps. I encourage you to contact our clinic for a 15-min free phone consultation to see how we can help you. https://www.sageintegrativehealth.com/ [https://www.sageintegrativehealth.com/s/misc/logo.png?t=1720471127]<https://www.sageintegrativehealth.com/> Sage Integrative Health Center - Functional Medicine, Nutrition, Clinical Herbalism<https://www.sageintegrativehealth.com/> Sage Integrative Health Center - Functional medicine, nutrition and herbal medicine - phone and video consultations available. Free 15-minute consultations with Dr. Wendy Romig. www.sageintegrativehealth.com
Food intolerance?
Food intolerances are a sign of inflammation in the gut and aren't always true issues with the food. You should do your best to avoid the foods on the list for now, however, ultimately, READ MORE
Food intolerances are a sign of inflammation in the gut and aren't always true issues with the food. You should do your best to avoid the foods on the list for now, however, ultimately, you want to be working with someone who specializes in gut health. In the long run, you should be able to tolerate most of these foods fine with the right intervention. Feel free to schedule a 15-min free phone consultation with our team to discuss your needs. We specialize in this type of situation. Here's a link to our site: https://www.sageintegrativehealth.com/ [https://www.sageintegrativehealth.com/s/misc/logo.png?t=1716640786]<https://www.sageintegrativehealth.com/> Sage Integrative Health Center - Functional Medicine, Nutrition, Clinical Herbalism<https://www.sageintegrativehealth.com/> Sage Integrative Health Center - Functional medicine, nutrition and herbal medicine - phone and video consultations available. Free 15-minute consultations with Dr. Wendy Romig. www.sageintegrativehealth.com
How important is it for health to calculate the macronutrient ratio in diet for generally healthy people?
The Macronutrient ratio varies by individual based on their health goals. While macros are definitely important for balanced nutrition, micronutrients are what help to lower inflammation, READ MORE
The Macronutrient ratio varies by individual based on their health goals. While macros are definitely important for balanced nutrition, micronutrients are what help to lower inflammation, improve immune system function and reduce chance of disease. For someone your age, I would tend to stick with a macro ratio of 55% carbs/20%/25% fats.
How Can I Gain Weight and Keep it? Where do I start?
Gaining weight with a high metabolism can be challenging without throwing other systems out of balance. Best to work with a nutritionist to gain weight in a healthy way. Feel free READ MORE
Gaining weight with a high metabolism can be challenging without throwing other systems out of balance. Best to work with a nutritionist to gain weight in a healthy way. Feel free to contact our office at 800-242-3108.
Niacin flush after months of no reactions?
There are likely other systems that have been thrown out of balance since taking it daily without symptoms. Best to consult a doctor or nutritionist to uncover underlying imbalances. READ MORE
There are likely other systems that have been thrown out of balance since taking it daily without symptoms. Best to consult a doctor or nutritionist to uncover underlying imbalances. Feel free to contact our office at 800-242-3108.
I feel very sick while im water fasting
Water fasting can be very hard on the body as it releases stored toxins into the system and also can affect blood sugar levels. If this is a regular part of your religious rituals, READ MORE
Water fasting can be very hard on the body as it releases stored toxins into the system and also can affect blood sugar levels. If this is a regular part of your religious rituals, best to consult with a nutritionist to discuss safe options for your body. Feel free to contact our team at 800-242-3108.
Can you fix obesity with only diet changes?
Yes, nutrition is one of the key factors in obesity. But it's not just the foods but the timing and proportion of the foods eaten that matters. We have a 6-month weight loss program READ MORE
Yes, nutrition is one of the key factors in obesity. But it's not just the foods but the timing and proportion of the foods eaten that matters. We have a 6-month weight loss program through our clinic. Feel free to contact us at 800-242-3108.
keto acv gummies
ACV gummies can be an option for stimulating stomach acid but with all gummy forms of supplements, you are adding a lot of preservatives, artificial sweeteners and other fillers READ MORE
ACV gummies can be an option for stimulating stomach acid but with all gummy forms of supplements, you are adding a lot of preservatives, artificial sweeteners and other fillers into your body. You may also consider digestive bitters herbal compounds found at your health food store.
Did I overdo it on selenium?
Yes, you can definitely overdo selenium. Selenium is a trace mineral that your body only needs in very small quantities. If you have a thyroid condition, best to stick with food-grade READ MORE
Yes, you can definitely overdo selenium. Selenium is a trace mineral that your body only needs in very small quantities. If you have a thyroid condition, best to stick with food-grade interventions like brazil nuts and small amounts of iodized salt unless you are under the care of a practitioner.
Can I eat meat during the third trimester?
There are no contraindications to eating meat during pregnancy as long as your body tolerates meat. It can be a good source of iron and protein during those critical months.
