About Us
Introduction
Thrive is a locally-grown nutrition consulting company, owned and operated by Cicely Shankle, licensed nutritionist, and Certified Nutrition Specialist. Thrive aims to widen access to nutrition services and provide comprehensive high-quality nutrition education resources to the humble community of Fairbanks Alaska.
Appointments cover a wide range of topics to develop a fully customized nutrition plan suited to meet and support your medical needs. We will assess your medical history, diet history, determine nutrition needs, establish personal goals, develop a personalized nutrition plan, develop a customized exercise plan, and provide support and resources.
The main force behind Thrive is a deep desire to help people achieve their long-term diet and nutrition goals to improve their overall quality of life. Whether you’re seeking help with weight loss, disease prevention, or just improving your health habits, I make sure you are individually evaluated and provided with a comprehensive custom-made plan that you can follow for the rest of your life
Background & Credentials
Education
University of Alaska Fairbanks
Bachelor of Science: Biochemistry, Minor: music.
Graduated magna cum laude
Eastern Michigan University
Master of Science: Human Nutrition.
Graduated magna cum laude
Credentials
Awarded the CNS credential after completing 1000+ internship hours and passing the rigorous CNS exam administered by the Board for Certification of Nutrition Specialists, part of the American Nutrition Association.
My Specialties
My specialties include working with those that have asthma and allergy symptoms and finding and treating the source of body-wide inflammation.
Personally, I have experienced allergic asthma and even been hospitalized (twice) for it, narrowly escaping death one of those times. Knowing that I did not want to live a life dependent on medications and doctor visits, I took initiative over my health and improved my own conditions through research, diet, and exercise over a 3 year period. While I’m not “cured” of my asthma, my symptoms have improved over 90% and I no longer require the use of an inhaler.
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