Nutrition Counseling
OFFICE HOURS: Monday – Thursday: 8:00am to 5:00pm • Friday: 8:00am to 3:00pm
SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT: 303-615-9999
AFTER-HOURS CRISIS SUPPORT & VICTIM ASSISTANCE: 303-615-9911
Nutrition Counseling
The Health Center at Auraria offers nutrition consultations with Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs) at no charge. The RDNs can support you, provide recommendations and answer your questions whether you’re trying to manage a chronic condition, lose or gain weight, optimize athletic performance or develop a personalized healthy eating routine.
What to expect
The first appointment may be up to one hour in length, with follow-up visits being shorter. Before the first visit, you will be asked to complete a Nutrition Packet and if this is your first visit to the Health Center at Auraria, the New Patient Packet. During the visit you’ll meet with the RDN and, with your consent, a nutrition student intern. After the visit, you’ll be asked to complete an evaluation form.
During most appointments a student intern will be in the appointment and, if you are interested, will contact you for continued support. After your initial appointment, an action plan will be recommended including dietary information and recommendations for follow-up visits.
Meet Our Registered Dietitian
Natalie Nowak, MS, RD is an experienced registered dietitian at the Health Center at Auraria. She has extensive outpatient experience and a knack for providing personalized nutrition therapy specifically for you. Whether you are struggling with a disease, want to elevate your performance as an athlete, or learn more about the positive impacts of food, our services can help you. As a Certified Intuitive Eating counselor, Natalie understands that relationships with food can be complex. Together, we can break down myths and start strengthening your knowledge of nutrition and your body!
Nutrition Workshops
Lunch & Learn Series
Balancing Your Body’s Blood Sugar
Monday, February 10th | 12pm-1pm
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The Magnificent Gut Microbiome
Monday, March 17th | 12pm- 1pm
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Understanding the Impacts of Ultra-processed Foods
Monday, April 14th | 12pm-1pm
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Intuitive Eating Workshops
Ditch the Diet Mentality
Wednesday, February 19th | 11:30am-1pm
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Listen to Your Body’s Internal Cues
Wednesday, March 12 | 11:30am-1pm
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Respect Your Body through Food and Movement
Wednesday, April 9th | 11:30am-1pm
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Nutritional Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I breastfeed on campus? While three universities reside on our campus, all new parents that need to pump are encouraged to visit locations that are most convenient to them.
Explore lactation spaces on campus HERE.
What can I do about a clogged duct? Hand massaging of the breast can encourage mobilization of fluids towards the axillae (area under shoulder joint) to facilitate lymph circulation and alternating massage with hand expression can facilitate milk removal.
How can I manage symptoms with diet? Prioritize complex carbs (e.g. beans, brown rice, starchy vegetables) to maintain a healthy blood sugar, and support gut health.
Can supplements help manage symptoms? Ovasitol has been shown to improve insulin resistance, regulate your menstrual cycles & much more. We recommend the brand linked HERE.
Campus Resources
CCD Food Pantry
Free food items for CCD students.
CCD Office of Student Life | 303-556-2597
MSU Denver Roadrunner Food Pantry
Free food items for MSU Denver students.
MSU Denver Student Care Center | 303-615-0006
CU Denver Food Pantry
Free food items for CU Denver students.
Lola & Rob Salazar Student Wellness Center | 303-315-4010
Local Resources
Metro Caring Hunger Relief Center
Programming in healthy food access, nutrition education, and cooking classes.
National Resources
EatRight
A robust website on healthy and delicious eating
Schedule an appointment
Please note there is a failed appointment fee of up to $50.00 for missed appointments or short notice cancellations (less than 24 hours).
