Hi, I’m Maya
I’m Maya K. Lechowick, founder of WholesomeU Nutrition and a Board Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS®) with a Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition and Integrative Health. I’m also a Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist.
My work focuses on gut and microbiome health, along with women’s health, metabolic health, and the connections between nutrition and overall well-being.
What I’ve learned through my work is that nutrition is rarely simple. Research evolves, health information can be confusing, and what works for one person may not work for another. That perspective is central to WholesomeU: helping people make sense of nutrition science and translate it into clear, meaningful information they can use.
My work has expanded beyond individual nutrition counseling to include nutrition and microbiome education, science communication, content development, and collaboration with practitioners and organizations. I especially enjoy translating complex research into information people can understand, evaluate, and put into context.
My background also includes a Master of Public Administration (MPA) and experience in the nonprofit and public sectors, which has shaped my interest in education, communication, collaboration, and the broader ways health information reaches people and communities.
Beyond Nutrition
Outside of work, I enjoy gardening, spending time outdoors, exploring Bend and Central Oregon, and spending time with my family and dog, Emma. Curiosity and lifelong learning are important to me—both personally and professionally.
My Path to Nutrition Is Personal
My interest in nutrition is more than professional. I’ve experienced significant health challenges, rehabilitation, and periods when finding the right care and support felt difficult. Those experiences changed the way I thought about health—and ultimately changed the direction of my career.
As I learned more about nutrition and integrative health, I became interested in how food, lifestyle, and other factors can influence how we feel and function. That curiosity eventually led me to pursue graduate training in clinical nutrition and build a new career centered on helping others navigate their own health questions.
My experiences have also taught me that health is complex and deeply individual. Nutrition can be an important part of supporting health, but it is one piece of a much larger picture that can include medical care, mental and emotional well-being, lifestyle, environment, access to resources, and individual circumstances.
Having experienced the uncertainty of searching for answers myself continues to shape the way I work with others. I bring curiosity, compassion, and collaboration to my work while helping people better understand their options and make informed decisions that fit their lives.
Credentials & Education
Board Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS®)
Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN)
Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition and Integrative Health (MS)
Master of Public Administration (MPA)
Let’s Work Together
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