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Living in the present while working on the future

In my past, I struggled with listening to my body's needs because they were in conflict with the ever changing  dieting advice in the world.  I learned as a young teen to count calories and food points, believed only tiny girls were beautiful and being athletic looking was less than ideal.  I tried for years to become tiny through restrictive dieting, exercising and wishful thinking.  The more I tried, the more I stayed the same or increased in size.  Over time with practice, patience and the scientific knowledge as a registered dietitian, I made peace with my internal struggle and began to really apply what I knew to be true about wellness.  I re-framed my perspective and I grew comfortable with my well nourished 5'9" muscular body. 

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Daily, I positively approach my relationship with eating and activity habits.   I continuously learn to listen, apply and reflect on changes as I age.  My comfort and understanding promotes obtainment of lifelong habits that I enjoy with energy, positivity, and fulfillment.  As a result, I am dedicated and passionate about helping others who seek a positive, nourishing, active non-dieting lifestyle.  I know how difficult it can be to navigate the constant, convoluted dieting world without support.  I am honored to be able and available to help others on this trek.

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When someone becomes my client, my goal is to focus and provide support in order to build a strong working relationship.  With this we can get where we wish to be in the quest for positive body image, increased energy level and nourishing habits together.  Mental and physical well-being is a priority, therefore a personalized wellness plan for the overall improvement of realistic, desired outcomes is essential. Plans that contain a wide range of wellness goals to attain while working together are key to our success together.  If the goal is comfort with your personal wellness, then can assist you on this path!

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Who is Alicia Cost and why Cost Effective RD?

CostEffective RD is a word play on my last name, Cost, paired with my passion to effectively work with individuals who desire nutrition education and support that can lead to change in their life.  My background is based on sound nutritional knowledge and over 30 years of experience as a registered dietitian.  I have fun working with all age groups and focus my practice with hands-on coaching and teaching. I have a proven ear that listens, a working mind that applies what I see and hear and a voice that is honest and friendly.

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I am a licensed registered dietitian on the Treasure Coast of Florida.  However, my tech-savvy husband has shown me the light on how to effectively video conference, so I literally can nutritionally coach anyone who has internet too, if you can't meet me in my Treasure Coast office(s)! 

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My Education:  I have dual loyalties to Michigan State University for my undergraduate degree in dietetics (1989) and Arizona State University for my Masters in Nutrition (2018).  I completed my internship in 1990 in Oakland County, Michigan and have been working ever since as a registered dietitian.

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My life purpose:  My husband has been my life partner since we met at Michigan State in 1985.   We have two wonderful adult children, who have flown the coop to live their own amazing lives!  We recently relocated to live full-time at the beach with our senior Yorkie dog, Cody!  My purpose is to live well with others while promoting a knowledgeable and nourishing lifestyle!

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Practice Specialties

 

  • ​Personalized assessment & nutrition action plan

 

  • Hands-on Healthy cooking /meal planning support

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  • Diabetes nutrition support

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  • Medical Nutrition Therapy (for chronic diseases)

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  • Non-Diet weight management

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  • Group & family counseling based on Ellyn Satter's Division of Responsibility

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  • Sports nutrition

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  • General nutrition and wellness

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