“Hello, I’m Alane Wincek, the owner of Nutritionally Yours. With over 30 years of experience as a holistic nutritionist Atlanta, functional medicine, naturopathy, and metabolic health, I am here to offer guidance and support on your journey to better health.”
“A holistic nutritionist looks at more than food alone. I consider your symptoms, health history, nutrition, lifestyle, previous testing and individual goals to better understand the whole picture and create a personalized nutrition and wellness plan.”
“Holistic nutrition considers how nutrition, lifestyle and different aspects of your health work together. Functional nutrition also looks for patterns and connections that may help explain why you’re experiencing certain symptoms. My approach combines both, with recommendations personalized to you rather than using a one-size-fits-all plan.”
“Absolutely. Many people come to me because they know something doesn’t feel right but don’t yet have a clear explanation. Others already have a diagnosis and want additional nutrition, testing and wellness support. You don’t need to have everything figured out before your first appointment.”
“Functional lab testing is a broad term used for testing that examines different aspects of health and body function. Depending on what we’re investigating, this can include traditional bloodwork as well as specialized testing involving hormones, nutrients, digestion, food reactions and other areas.”
“Regular bloodwork and specialized functional testing aren’t necessarily competing approaches. I use both when appropriate. Traditional bloodwork through Labcorp or Quest may provide exactly the information we need, while certain questions may call for specialized testing.”
“Some traditional testing through Labcorp or Quest may be eligible for insurance coverage depending on the test and your individual insurance plan. Coverage varies, so it should always be verified for your specific situation.”
“Specialized testing is generally self-pay. We’ll discuss pricing before you decide whether to proceed. HSA or FSA funds may also be an option depending on your plan.”
“The right specialist depends on your symptoms and what has already been evaluated. New, severe, or concerning symptoms should always be evaluated by an appropriate medical professional.”
“Yes. A normal test result tells us that the particular markers tested were not identified as abnormal according to that test’s reference criteria. It does not evaluate every possible explanation for every symptom.”
“Yes. POTS, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome—particularly hypermobile EDS or related hypermobility disorders—and MCAS or mast-cell-related symptoms can occur in the same person.”
“Many people come to me precisely because they’re still trying to understand what may be contributing to their symptoms. Others already have one or more diagnoses and want help with nutrition, testing, or the functional pieces of their care.”
“Yes, and in many complex cases, I prefer a collaborative approach.”
“Bring whatever you have.”
“Dysautonomia is an umbrella term for conditions involving dysfunction of the autonomic nervous system, which helps regulate functions such as heart rate, blood pressure, digestion, circulation, sweating and body temperature.”
“Symptoms can vary widely and may include dizziness or lightheadedness when standing, racing heart, fainting or near-fainting, fatigue, brain fog, exercise intolerance, digestive problems, temperature intolerance, sweating changes and sleep difficulties.”
“Yes, digestive symptoms can occur with POTS and other forms of dysautonomia because the autonomic nervous system is involved in regulating digestion.”
“Some people with POTS or dysautonomia also have Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) or Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS). These are separate conditions, but symptoms and health concerns can overlap.”
“No. In fact, you may be coming to me because you’re still trying to get answers.”
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