Our Story
Built on science.
Driven by purpose.
We believe nutrition is the most powerful tool for improving health — and that it should be personalized, evidence-based, and accessible to everyone.
to You
Our Mission
Empowering you to make informed decisions about your health.
Our mission is to provide personalized functional nutrition plans that address the root causes of health issues and empower our clients to achieve optimal health and well-being.
We take a holistic approach that considers each individual's unique needs, preferences, and goals. We are committed to supporting our clients every step of the way — not just handing them a plan and walking away.
Our Approach
Functional nutrition explained
Where traditional healthcare focuses on each symptom separately, we look for a single root cause — and address it through cellular health.
Cellular Health First
When your cells are properly nourished, your body functions as it should. We optimize nutrition at the cellular level — where real health begins.
Root Cause Focus
We don't chase symptoms. We identify the underlying nutritional deficiencies, imbalances, and patterns that are creating them.
Individualized Plans
Your genetics, lifestyle, and health history are unique. Generalized diets fail because they ignore this. Your plan is built entirely around you.
What We Stand For
Our values guide every session
Science-Based
Every recommendation we make is grounded in peer-reviewed research and current nutritional science. No fads, no gimmicks.
Personalized
We reject one-size-fits-all approaches. Your plan reflects your unique biochemistry, goals, lifestyle, and food preferences.
Accessible
All sessions are conducted online. Geography is no barrier to accessing expert nutrition guidance — wherever you are.
Supportive
We are with you every step of the journey — not just at the first session. Accountability and ongoing support are built into every program.
Your Nutritionist
Meet Alec Poppenwimer
Alec Poppenwimer
Functional Nutritionist · Founder
Alec is a functional nutritionist and the founder of The Nutri Center. His expertise in functional nutrition — which focuses on cellular and metabolic health — has allowed him to work with a diverse range of clients and achieve impressive, lasting results.
As a nutrition professor at Ottawa University Arizona (OUAZ), Alec is committed to staying on the cutting edge of nutritional research and bringing that knowledge directly to his clients through personalized, science-backed plans.
He takes a thorough, individualized approach — understanding that each client's unique combination of genetics, lifestyle, and health history requires a truly personalized strategy, not a template.
Published Author
"Know Your Nutrients" — Alec's book on functional nutrition is now available on Amazon. A practical, science-based guide to understanding what your body needs and why.
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