Artemis Nutrition PNW was founded by Dana McCallister, RD in 2018. Dana’s past experience in clinical nutrition lead her to feel strongly that there was not enough local support from dietitians in her community. People were suffering from complications related to diabetes and cardiac disease; things that may have been preventable if only people had nutrition education and guidance.

SHe utilizes client-CENTERED practice TECHNIQUES and medical nutrition therapy to guide clients in achieving their goals. Artemis NUTRITION Pnw strives to be a weight NEUTRAL and weight inclusive resource for supporting change. a weight-neutral practitioner supports the pursuit of health without focusing on weight. intuitive eating is another practice technique utilized by Dana. Together these practice modalities encourage healing of the whole person, normalizing relationships with food and promotion of body positivity/acceptance.

 

Dana believes food is the spice of life. She loves cooking, trying new recipes and foods, exploring cuisine and culture, gardening, reading and going out to eat. Dana grew up in southern California. She and her husband now reside in the Willamette Valley of Oregon with their two pups. Dana someday hopes to start a community garden in her city.

What is it like working with Dana, RD?

Here’s what people are saying about working with Dana:

I found Dana while looking for a HAES-friendly nutritionist to help me with GI issues and to help me navigate trying a low-FODMAP eating plan. She's been hugely helpful and is very knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with. She's helped me so much, I would definitely recommend her!”- W.D.

“Anyone who needs a nutritionist has come to the right place. I have an upcoming surgery and was told to only drink liquids. At first I was very nervous about not getting enough nutrition to keep my strength up before the surgery was done. Dana helped me through many wonderful ideas of what I could eat for such a diet and still be healthy. Thank you so much for relieving all my anxiety and keeping me healthy. 5 stars here!” - A.J.

“I am extremely happy with the advice and help I have received. Changing my diet was something I was dreading, and Dana made it much easier. She helped me come up with a diet that allows me to eat lots of things that I like, and not feel like I am giving up on good food. She was understanding of my situation and came up with a plan and goals to make it happen.” - A.S.