Episode Description
In this episode of the Nutritional Therapy and Wellness Podcast, host Jamie Belz, FNTP, MHC sits
down with Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and NTA educator Hallie Loy-Roby for a
practical, honest conversation about building real, sustainable meal-planning habits that support
foundational health for overall wellbeing.
Hallie Loy-Roby is a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, course developer, and Assistant
Instructor with the Nutritional Therapy Association. Through her practice, Holistically Hallie, she
helps clients understand digestion, blood sugar regulation, and liver and gallbladder function with a
clear, evidence-informed approach rooted in real food and bio-individuality. She’s known for blending
science, practicality, and grounded encouragement in a way that helps people take meaningful
action without perfectionism or overwhelm.
Together, Jamie and Hallie unpack what meal planning looks like in real life—without the pressure,
elaborate systems, or unrealistic expectations that so often derail people. They explore the power of
consistency, how to build nutrient-dense meals from simple ingredients, and how intentional
planning reduces stress, supports digestion, stabilizes blood sugar, and frees up mental energy.
Topics Covered:
● Beginning meal planning when you feel disorganized or stretched thin
● Creating balanced meals using protein, whole-food carbohydrates, fiber, and healthy fats
● Increasing color and diversity on the plate for improved digestion and nutrient density
● Using leftovers, ingredient prep, and theme nights to simplify the week
● Supporting picky eaters or adults who were never exposed to real vegetables growing up
● Identifying early signs of blood sugar issues or digestive stress
● Using tools—from sticky notes to AI—to make real food easier
● Building a kitchen rhythm that aligns with the Foundations of Nutritional Therapy
The conversation is steady, grounded, and refreshingly doable. Jamie and Hallie bring clarity to a
topic that often feels overcomplicated, reminding listeners that small steps—done consistently—are
what shift energy, digestion, mood, and long-term health.
Resources Mentioned:
● Nutritional Therapy Association (NTA)
● Episode 66: SIBO Symptoms and Solutions
● Episode 6: The Dr. Francis M Pottenger Episode
● Episode 69: The Dr. Weston A Price Episode
● Episode 60: Super Foods, Super Kids
● Episode 4: Bio-Individuality
● Episode 11: Digestive Hell (Learn DIGESTION from the NTA’s founder, Gray Graham)
● Episode 10: Optimal Wellness Starts Here (How DIGESTION is supposed to work!)
● BOOK: Nourishing Traditions by Sally Fallon
● FOUNDATIONS OF HEALING COURSE FROM THE NTA
Explore more from Hallie at:
https://www.nourishtherootcause.com
https://www.instagram.com/holistically.hallie/
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In this podcast, we’ll explore science-based wellness, challenge common misconceptions, and share clinical pearls to help you achieve optimal health. Whether you’re curious about how to become a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner or Professional Health and Wellness Coach, or looking to grow and level up your existing practice, this show is designed for you.
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