Functional Nutrition Therapy to Help You and Your Family Thrive

Welcome to Rebel Roots Nutrition!

Carla Abate, certified functional nutrition therapist, and mom of two boys, is dedicated to providing other moms with the tools to move from depleted to revitalized, so they can feel their best in order to give their best. She is a firm believer that we must put our oxygen masks on first so that we can be the beacon of wellness for our families.

Rebel Roots Nutrition serves clients in Denver, Lakewood, other areas in Colorado, and beyond.

Get to the root of your health concerns and become
your best self with a holistic nutrition coach.

Hey, let’s focus on YOU for a moment. You’re busy giving to others in your life, with the all-encompassing tasks of womanhood. Up until now, you may have been balancing it all just fine, but lately you’ve felt … off. 

As a wife and mother, I know first-hand how health challenges can develop if we continue to give when we’re depleted. As a functional holistic nutrition professional, I also know this: we don’t have to suffer! Nutrition therapy is a potent tool for optimizing the well-being of the body, mind, and spirit.

With a committed focus on gut health during my own health journey, I was able to rediscover peak energy levels and reverse my acne, allowing me to live more confidently. With the use of functional lab testing I evaluate what’s at the root of your health issues for long-term healing solutions. The one-on-one nutrition counseling sessions provide you with the personalized guidance and tailored strategies designed to help you reach your goals.

Ready to reclaim your health? Learn more about my Wellness Packages.

Because when you nourish yourself, you thrive … and so does your family. 

Are any of the following health issues familiar to you?

  • You frequently feel bloated, gassy or tired after eating.

  • You’ve recently experienced brain fog or stubborn weight gain.

  • You are entering perimenopause or menopause and looking for support navigating this transitional period.

  • You suspect food intolerances and need dietary guidance.

  • You are dealing with hormonal imbalances (irregular cycles, PCOS, estrogen dominance, endometriosis).

  • You have chronic health issues, food sensitivities, or allergies that require a specific diet.

  • You have an autoimmune condition and need help navigating healing.

  • You’re experiencing postpartum-related issues (mood-related issues, thyroid concerns, fatigue, gut issues, and more).

  • You’d like help with meal planning and figuring out exactly what to feed your family.

  • You are struggling with acne, rosacea, eczema or other skin-related conditions.

Yes? Book a free 30-minute consultation, and we’ll figure out how I can help.

Let’s Get You Thriving

1:1 Nutritional Support

Explore the ways that nutrition
can heal and receive one-on-one guidance with a food plan, testing, supplements, and more.

Wellness
Packages

Our unique wellness packages
are designed to elevate the standard of care by combining
a range of services delivering superior results.

30-Minute Free
Phone Consult

I aim to help you reach your optimal health goals with the confidence and tools necessary to sustain long-term wellness.

Functional Lab
Testing

Discover the root cause of
your symptoms accurately
and quickly so you can get
to the healing part of your
health journey.

  • “I have struggled with digestive issues for over the years... then I met Carla! She is knowledgeable, easy to talk to, and she has helped me develop a personal plan that works for me and my lifestyle. I feel better than I ever thought possible and now I know that I have Carla as a trustworthy guide to help lead me through a healthier plan for my life.”

    — Tracy B.

  • Carla played a major role in helping me identify areas where I could improve my diet and lifestyle to support the work I was doing with my oncologist with a personalized nutrition plan. With continued support from Carla and her knowledge of nutrition she helped me maneuver this journey. Carla helped me take back control of a small piece of my life through nutrition and diet during a time which I had little control. I am at the tail end of my journey with a positive outcome and I owe this to Carla and Rebel Roots Nutrition. THANK YOU

    Devon R.

  • Rebel Roots Nutrition has blown my mind with the depth and extreme usefulness of information! I have been working with the owner of Rebel Roots Nutrition, Carla, for close to 3 years now and she has helped me in countless ways with not only kids and women's nutrition, but also with sports performance nutrition! I am an athletic trainer and the athletes I get to train in sports performance are directly impacted by her guidance she's given to me throughout the years! I always learn so much in every conversation, and can immediately apply it to my family, friends and clients. Thank you, Rebel Roots Nutrition!

    Jessica B.

  • My work with Carla was truly life changing. She helped me through a very difficult time and helped me find nutritional balance when I was severely anemic. She supported me through a surgery I needed to have, and when I was finished working with her my near constant belly aches became non-existent and my skin cleared up, which was one of my goals. The tools for crafting my diet, lifestyle and supplementation, which I learned from her, have stuck with me far beyond my time working with her, and I am so grateful! She has also worked with my teen daughter now, and her belly aches have disappeared and food intolerances have mostly been discovered. She’s learned valuable tools from Carla that I know she will carry with her throughout her life. I would highly recommend Carla and Rebel Roots Nutrition to anyone looking for a kind, caring, attentive and knowledgeable nutritionist!

    Sherry L.

Carla Abate, Functional Holistic Nutritionist in Lakewood, CO

My passion lies in helping women, especially busy, dedicated mamas, to live their healthiest and happiest lives using science-backed nutritional strategies. My credentials include:

  • Board Certified Holistic Nutritionist (BCHN) from the National Association of Nutrition Professionals (NANP)

  • Restorative Wellness Solutions Practitioner (RWP-2) from Restorative Wellness Solutions (RWS)

  • Certified Nutrition Therapist Master from the Nutrition Therapy Institute (NTI)

  • Postpartum Doula (CPD) certification from the Childbirth and Postpartum Professional Association (CAPPA)

  • Master's degree in Counseling

The Process

  • During this 30 minute call we will take some time to determine if we are a good match. My goal is to help you reach your optimal health goals with the confidence and tools necessary to sustain wellness long-term.

  • We’ll schedule an initial 90-minute session for a more in-depth exploration of your medical history, current health status, dietary and lifestyle. It's important for me to acquire as much information as possible so I can develop the best plan for you. You will leave this session with valuable tools and recommendations you can apply immediately. If you decide to move forward with a package, the cost of the intake is applied.

  • Next, we'll work together to identify your health goals and our strategy for achieving these. We'll work together to make sure these goals are attainable, sustainable, measurable, and will resonate with your lifestyle.

  • In order to meet these goals we'll conduct relevant comprehensive testing. This will help me assess deficiencies, imbalances, or food sensitivities that need to be addressed. You can read more about Functional Lab Testing here. Testing may not apply to all packages.

  • Once we have the test results, I'll interpret them and create a personalized nutritional protocol and relevant supplement recommendations just for you.

  • We’ll start off with a series of 7-9 thirty-minute coaching sessions depending on the package selected. Of course, if you need more support, we can schedule additional sessions.

  • Access support via email anytime during the duration of your package via the secure client portal through Practice Better. Here you'll find your all-in-one solution for food and mood logging, uploading and receiving documents, and scheduling sessions. You will also have access to the highest-quality supplements via Fullscript.

Listen to the Rebel Roots Nutrition Podcast

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