Nutrition is the key to a healthy body and the best prevention for most diseases. Common Sense Nutrition provides nutritional counseling and education for adults, children, and families. We offer guidance for a variety of conditions, concerns, goals, and stages of life. In your journey towards health, we may also recommend supportive therapies like acupuncture (for pain relief and stress management) and high-quality supplements.
How or when you eat, how much sleep and exercise you get, and how being part of a community all impact how well you feel. Working together you'll gain the education, support, and inspiration needed for your journey back to optimum health. When we design your nutritional program we consider all aspects of life influencing your health.
How or when you eat, how much sleep and exercise you get, and how being part of a community all impact how well you feel. Working together you'll gain the education, support, and inspiration needed for your journey back to optimum health. When we design your nutritional program we consider all aspects of life influencing your health.
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Common Sense Nutrition is a nutrition and acupuncture practice founded by Iulia Vlad, a certified Nutritional Therapist Practitioner and Licensed Acupuncturist with a traditional western medical education. Iulia received her M.D. from Bucharest University of Medicine - Carol Davila. Carol Davila University is an advanced research and education university created as part of the University of Bucharest in 1857.
My son met the ADD stereotype and was put on medication. I watched him struggle to focus, complete simple tasks, handle multiple directions and keep his body calm at home and school. Most days included severe nausea, congestion, and headaches followed by incessant crying as he begged for help. Through tears, I would force the pills hoping that today would be a better day.
Nutritional Therapy is an evidence-based approach to improving your health through customized nutritional advice and lifestyle changes. NTP practitioners employ the benefits of wholesome, unprocessed foods for your well being and the therapeutic effects of particular foods for specific health conditions.
Nutrition Response Testing is a non-invasive system of analyzing the body to determine the underlying cause of illness. it is probably different from other diagnostic appointments you've experienced. Through an analysis of your body's organs/areas, we help you to determine the exact nutrients you need to supplement your diet, in order to bring about balance and better health.
The Standard Process Purification Program helps your body purify and rebuild itself from the inside out. The program gives you a structured plan for purifying, nourishing and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. You'll learn how to transition to a new, healthful way of eating that will continue your journey toward a clearer, brighter, lighter way of life now and in the years ahead.
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Jacob K.
Sep 04, 2021
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I've been a patient of Iulia and Common Sense Nutrition for 3-4 years now for nutrition, acupuncture, and supplements. Iulia's knowledge and skill in these arenas are so valuable, and the prices she charges are more than fair for her services. I am so thankful for Iulia's help, I wish I could convince more of my family and friends to go see her! Her "common sense" approach coupled with her motherly style are such a good fit in this industry. You will be blown away by the results if you truly listen to and apply Iulia's plan. Thank you for helping me get my life back, Iulia!
Cristina Marinovici
Jun 04, 2021
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I’ve started seeing Oana Iulia Vlad 3 years ago for nutritional advice. She takes an individualized approach to your nutrition with focus on your whole lifestyle (sleep, mood, mental health, and stress level). The fact that she has an MD degree from Romania reflects in all her involvement in your health journey, recommendations, and suggestions. She is a great teacher that shares her knowledge and educates others on how to improve their health and wellness habits. Thanks to her, now, I am more aware of how my body responds to the foods I eat, how to reduce inflammation and increase energy levels
Ben Rieger
May 23, 2021
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I came to Common Sense Nutrition because I had really bad night sweats, high stress levels, and difficulty sleeping. Iulia was an amazing help. She was very thorough with her examinations and without even bringing my problems to her attention she was able to pinpoint where I needed assistance. She educated me on the correct nutrition changes along with offering supplements that fixed all of my problems! I had no idea nutrition could make such a difference! Definitely worth the time and money. If you’re on the fence about such a service, definitely take the chance and visit her.
Jennifer & Bryan B.
May 14, 2021
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I have been working with Iulia for about a year and a half now at her Common Sense Nutrition practice in Bellevue. When I came to Iulia’s practice, I had a lot going on in my life, so much so I really didn’t even know where to start. Not only did she take in what I was able to share with her at that time, but she was able to see what I wasn’t able to share as well. She has helped my overall health (sleep, nutrition, stress level, awareness, etc.) and has helped our daughter as well (allergies, asthma). Acupuncture sessions are also amazing. In short, she is single handedly the person who
Michelle Barlow
Oct 28, 2020
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I meet Iulia at a stressful time of my life.
I have been dealing with depression/PTSD since childhood, but in the last 4 years my sugar cravings and overeating got out of control.
It’s hard to confess..
I truly believe that Iulia saved my life! and I am not exaggerating. Her approach made me feel much better, I don’t crave sugars/ junk food, I don’t feel bloated and constantly looking for food.
I highly recommend Iulia; she is very knowledgeable, caring and most important a humanitarian !
I have been dealing with depression/PTSD since childhood, but in the last 4 years my sugar cravings and overeating got out of control.
It’s hard to confess..
I truly believe that Iulia saved my life! and I am not exaggerating. Her approach made me feel much better, I don’t crave sugars/ junk food, I don’t feel bloated and constantly looking for food.
I highly recommend Iulia; she is very knowledgeable, caring and most important a humanitarian !
Christie Hammond
Sep 11, 2020
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I started seeing Julia because I just didn't feel good and didn't really know why. She was able to immediately identify some areas that I could work on. After 3 months of following Julia's advice and being consistent to the program I feel amazing. My energy is up and I feel good and have no concerns. I continue to work with Julia and love going to see her.
Anca Pop
Dec 08, 2019
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I am so glad that me and my mother decided to see and follow Iulia's nutrition advice. Iulia thought me how to eat better, helped me loose weight, and I have a lot more energy now. My mother had thyroid issues and all that is gone, she feels great! Could not say enough about how thankful we are to Iulia!
Amber
Jul 25, 2019
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I have suffered from almost constant bloating and full body inflammation and pain. It was becoming harder and harder to eat without negative side effects. Iulia helped me learn how to be aware of my eating habits, and gently guided me on to a path to eating better for my body as well as navigating the emotional baggage I had tied around eating. Her help has been invaluable! My inflammation went away and I was able to pin point which foods were triggering me. I highly recommend getting a consultation! There are things you may not even realize can be healed through food
Eleanor Siverts-Akerman
Jul 04, 2019
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Iulia is passionate about helping people feel better through proper nutrition. Last winter I struggled with a cold during my busiest work season and Iulia was able to see me right away. She provided a number of supplements (not your common OTC) with intake instructions. Within the week I was feeling much better with little lingering cough and had plenty of energy.
Rebecca Pixley
Dec 16, 2018
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I needed help with the physical effects that high levels of constant stress over 10+ years had on my body. I was suffering from GERD and chronic pain. Dr. Iulia is so knowledgeable and compassionate. I'm in the middle of a treatment plan that includes acupuncture, supplements and nutritional counseling. I trust her because she has both a traditional medical degree and certifications in non-traditional treatments so it's the best of both worlds. In the short time I've been working with her my pain is less, my digestion is improving and I feel more hopeful about recovery than I have before.
Laura R.
Aug 08, 2018
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Chris H.
Aug 31, 2014
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Dear Iulia,
I can't thank you enough for the impact you've had on my health, and the health of my family. By following the Program you've designed and tailored weekly for me, you've given me the ability to fix ailments that nothing and nobody else had been able to fix before. You've also armed me with enough understanding on nutrition and health such that I know how to help myself maintain my newfound health gains.
There were five key problems I noted during my initial screening 8 months ago. I'm simply astounded by the results I've achieved by following basic
I can't thank you enough for the impact you've had on my health, and the health of my family. By following the Program you've designed and tailored weekly for me, you've given me the ability to fix ailments that nothing and nobody else had been able to fix before. You've also armed me with enough understanding on nutrition and health such that I know how to help myself maintain my newfound health gains.
There were five key problems I noted during my initial screening 8 months ago. I'm simply astounded by the results I've achieved by following basic
