Dr. Bender is a DACBN (Diplomate of the American Chiropractic Board of Nutrition) and a CCN (Certified Clinical Nutritionist). A Doctor who is a Diplomate in Nutrition must have undergone 300-hours of postgraduate course study in the areas of biochemistry and physiology of nutrition, diagnostic evaluation in clinical nutrition, nutrition in infancy, adolescence, pregnancy and lactation, and geriatrics. Other required portions of the syllabus include, but are not limited to, nutritional aspects of the body such as the oral cavity, GI tract, and musculoskeletal system. Still other course modules include stress management, diet, nutrient-to-nutrient and drug-to-nutrient interactions, herbs, botanicals, homeopathy, and longevity.

 

    Dr. Bender can do complete comprehensive nutritional exams and report of findings. Along with lab tests she can make recommendations for supplements, herbs, vitamins, minerals, hormones, and whole foods.