Nutrition Counseling at WomanCare
At WomanCare, we offer personalized nutrition counseling for all patients, family members, and even non-patients. Our Registered and Licensed Dietitian, Peggy Tsevis, provides individualized nutrition recommendations in a relaxed and private setting. Whether you’re looking for guidance during pregnancy, managing women’s health concerns, addressing high cholesterol, managing weight, dealing with digestive issues, or seeking general wellness and disease prevention advice, we’re here to help.
We also offer food intolerance testing, which involves a simple blood test to identify foods that may trigger chronic conditions like IBS, migraines, fibromyalgia, and other diseases related to inflammation.
Meet Peggy Tsevis, MPH, RD, LDN, CLT
Nutritionist Peggy Tsevis, MPH, RD, LD
Peggy Tsevis is a dedicated registered and licensed dietitian with extensive experience in the healthcare field. She graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree from Loyola University, majoring in both biology and psychology. Peggy earned her Master’s Degree in Public Health and Dietetics from the University of Illinois, graduating Magna Cum Laude.
Peggy has worked across a range of sectors, including healthcare marketing, fitness centers, and weight loss companies, and is passionate about counseling patients on a variety of nutrition issues. She specializes in women’s health, pregnancy, high cholesterol, weight management, and nutrition for overall wellness and disease prevention. Additionally, Peggy is certified in food sensitivity testing, which helps identify food-related causes of conditions like IBS, migraines, fibromyalgia, and other chronic inflammation-related diseases.
When she’s not working, Peggy keeps up with the latest nutrition research and enjoys spending time with her husband and two sons.
LEAP (Lifestyle, Eating, and Performance) Program at WomanCare
Millions of Americans struggle with food sensitivities, but identifying the triggers can be difficult, as reactions can be delayed by hours or even days. Traditional blood tests often fall short due to limited sensitivity or lack of testing for food chemicals. That’s where the LEAP (Lifestyle Eating and Performance) program comes in.
LEAP includes the MRT (Mediator Release Test), a patented blood test that can detect most food sensitivity reactions with over 90% accuracy. This comprehensive test is supported by independent studies and is the most reliable option available for identifying food and chemical sensitivities.
Common symptoms of food sensitivities include:
- IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
- Migraines
- Fibromyalgia
- Other chronic inflammation-related diseases
If you think you may have food intolerances, try our online symptom survey to get started.
How LEAP Works
The LEAP program is designed to provide relief for those suffering from chronic conditions like IBS, migraines, fibromyalgia, and other inflammation-related diseases, which are often triggered by diet. Properly managing your diet is key to achieving long-term relief. Accurate identification of food triggers is the first step in gaining rapid, effective symptom improvement.
The LEAP process includes:
- In-house blood draw: We collect your blood sample in our office, and you do not have to be fasting.
- Fast Lab Processing: Your sample is FedExed to the lab overnight for testing.
- Customized Diet Plan: After identifying food triggers, you’ll receive a personalized ImmunoCalm diet plan, divided into 5 phases, which outlines the foods to consume over the next four to six weeks.
- Rotation Diet: After completing the initial phases, we help you adopt a rotation diet to prevent new food sensitivities from developing.
- Comprehensive Support: You’ll receive a 66-page guide with recipes, shopping tips, restaurant and travel advice, and additional resources for managing food sensitivities.
- Ongoing Support: You’ll meet with our certified LEAP dietitian for 3 to 5 individualized follow-up visits to track your progress and adjust your diet as needed.
Expected Results
By removing reactive foods, your immune system has a chance to calm down, and many patients experience improvement in their symptoms within 10–14 days.
Ready to Get Started?
Don’t wait—start feeling better today. If you’re ready to find the right program for you, talk to our receptionist to schedule an appointment.
