Optimal Health Institute

At Optimal Health Institute (OHI) in McMurray, we believe healing doesn’t stop at the spine. What you eat, how your body absorbs nutrients, and the quality of your supplementation all play a critical role in how you feel, move, and perform every day.

That’s why we offer individualized nutritional counseling as a core part of our patient care. Whether you’re an athlete looking to optimize performance, someone navigating chronic inflammation, or simply trying to make better choices for long-term wellness, our nutritional support is here to help.

Why Nutritional Counseling Matters

Food is fuel—but it’s also information. The nutrients you consume can either reduce inflammation, promote healing, and restore balance… or they can work against your progress. At OHI, we work with you to understand how nutrition connects with your musculoskeletal health, energy levels, pain, recovery, and more.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), proper nutrition is one of the most effective tools for preventing chronic disease and improving quality of life.

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Supplement Counseling: Backed by Lab Work, Tailored to You

Supplements can be powerful tools for healing—but only when used with purpose. At OHI, we don’t recommend products just because they’re trendy. We offer targeted supplement counseling based on your lab work, symptoms, and individual needs. Whether you’re low in magnesium, lacking energy, or struggling with inflammation, we’ll recommend research-backed nutrients to support your recovery and long-term health.

We help patients understand:

• Which supplements are effective—and which aren’t
• Proper dosages, timing, and interactions
• The difference between low-quality and pharmaceutical-grade options
• When to adjust or pause based on progress or testing

This science-driven approach to supplementation ensures that every recommendation is intentional—and always aligned with your bigger health goals.

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How Nutritional Counseling Works at OHI

Our nutritional services aren’t one-size-fits-all. We combine evidence-based guidance with a functional medicine approach, helping you understand your body’s specific needs. That means we don’t just talk about calories—we look at how your body responds to food, stress, supplements, and more.

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Your Personalized Nutrition Plan

We start with a deep dive into your current lifestyle, eating habits, symptoms, and goals. If necessary, we review lab work to identify any underlying issues like blood sugar imbalances, gut dysfunction, or nutrient absorption problems. Based on your results, we build a plan that may include:

Your Plan Might Include:

• Customized meal guidance (no fad diets)
• Supplementation recommendations
• Lab interpretation and tracking
• Anti-inflammatory food swaps
• Tips for hydration, timing, and food quality
• Ongoing support and education

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The Link Between Chiropractic and Nutrition

Many people are surprised to learn how deeply nutrition affects musculoskeletal health. Poor eating habits can contribute to inflammation, delayed recovery, reduced mobility, and chronic pain.

For example, certain foods are known to worsen inflammation—while others (like omega-3 fatty acids, magnesium, and antioxidants) can reduce pain and improve tissue repair.

At OHI, our integrative care model helps you connect the dots between your physical symptoms and internal health.

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Common Conditions We Support with Nutritional Counseling

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Your Next Step Toward Better Health

Whether you’re an athlete trying to hit peak performance or someone just looking to feel like yourself again, our nutritional counseling in McMurray is designed to support your body from the inside out.

Let’s build your plan together.