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Jacquelyn Ehmer MS, RD, CDN

Digestive Health Dietitian

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Specialties

GERD

Acid Reflux

IBS

Digestive Health

LPR

Bowel Irregularity

SIBO

Gallbladder Dysfunction

Weight Management

Jacquelyn’s Story

When looking back on my journey with digestive issues, I remember the years spent waking up with severe bloating, abdominal pain, constant fatigue, and a sense of overwhelming frustration with how to get back to truly living my life.

My journey led me to numerous gastroenterologists, where I was diagnosed with small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO). My curiosity about my condition grew, and I delved into understanding how it could be managed through nutrition and lifestyle changes. However, during countless doctor's appointments and emergency room visits, I was often met with advice that felt restrictive and insufficient—lifelong elimination diets and vague suggestions to "stress less" without much practical guidance. Meanwhile, working with multiple health coaches left me overwhelmed by supplements and even more dietary restrictions. I realized that individualized nutrition care tailored to each person's unique symptoms and lifestyle was crucial for effective symptom management.

These experiences inspired me to become a registered dietitian dedicated to helping others navigate their digestive health journey with empathy and evidence-based guidance. My mission is to provide unwavering, evidence-based support and create a space for your healing journey, allowing you to live your fullest life possible. I blend my professional expertise as a registered dietitian with the kind of support and understanding I wished I had during my own journey.

Today, I am grateful to say that my digestive symptoms are well-managed, and I am confident that there is a path to healing for everyone. Remember, healing from gastrointestinal issues is possible, and your journey begins with one clear, effective, and sustainable step at a time.

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What Jacquelyn’s Clients Say

During my sessions with Jackie, I am so pleased with her help in my reflux journey. She is very reassuring, offers positive feedback and gives tips to reduce my symptoms. After eight weeks, I am having less episodes of burping, gas and queasy stomach during the night. I would recommend Jackie and the FLORA app for anyone who needs guidance in their journey to maintain a healthy gut. I couldn’t have achieved this without my 1:1 sessions with Jackie and the FLORA community!

P.C.
I felt so heard from Jacquelyn when I was expressing to her the anxiety & isolating feelings I have towards food due to reflux and IBS. I have a clear schedule now on food ideas I can eat throughout the week. I like how she doubles checks on how I think about everything before setting it into a plan. She is the sweetest. FLORA nutrition has helped me tremendously throughout my healing journey. From using the app to meeting with Jacquelyn. I 100% recommend!

-Melissa Beltran
"I was feeling super lost and hopeless not knowing how to manage my LPR symptoms — until I had a session with Jacquelyn. She was so kind and understanding about my situation and gave me direction. It was a very thorough conversation: she listened to my health history and concerns and went through nutrition, lifestyle, and supplementation with me. I feel a lot better about healing and am excited to start this journey with Jacquelyn's guidance."

-L.M.
"Jacquelyn was amazing, she was very empathetic with my situation and made me feel very comfortable talking about all my issues without making me feel judge at all. Feel so blessed to know that they are still people out there that do this because they are passionate on helping others. With no doubt I will for sure recommend Flora to anybody that wants overall learn how to eat healthy , and better themselves and improve in health and eating habits."

-R.H.
"Jackie is so positive and knowledgable for my gut health journey. She listens to my concerns and makes suggestions. I receive a detailed protocol after each session to guide my day to day experience. She has encouraged me to try new ways to handle stress and I am now a believer in meditation. I highly recommend a 1:1 session with Jackie for an amazing experience!"
"Jacquelyn really listened to my concerns. I like the holistic approach to Flora nutrition. There are so many components to acid reflux. I don’t feel rushed at Flora. Every step is explained. My fears of eating are disappearing. Jacquelyn was great at explaining how I could arrive at a plan for safe eating, to get out of that flight or fight response mode, so I would feel more secure eating."

-Patricia
Jackie was extremely patient with me and listened to me explain all of my symptoms and how I think I got to where I am now. I felt heard and seen for the first time in a very long time. I feel like I have actionable steps to take and have a better understanding of what to take in order to begin my healing journey."

-Susan E.
Jackie was wonderful! She listened with compassion and empathy regarding the history of my reflux. She took the time to explain food alternatives and recommended supplements and asked if I had any questions before moving onto the next subject. Jackie was personal and professional as she explained my suggested care plan, she took the time to explain the protocol and never seemed rushed. I look forward to my follow up visit with Jackie!"

-R.T.
"I thinks it's absolutely amazing and beneficial to work with a dietician that specializes in these symptoms as they can cause massive amounts of anxiety. Its crucial to be held accountable and have a support system like Flora to help work toward your goals in order to put your mental and physical symptoms at ease!"

-Laryssa W.
Jacquelyn took the time to hear me out for my frustrations with my LPR. I wouldn't know what to do if I didn't have her help."

-M.W.
I am thrilled to begin my plan with specific details which include healing foods, supplements, and a schedule that works for me as consistency is key. I would recommend Flora and also sessions with a Dietician. Jackie is wonderful!"

-Pam
I felt Jackie was looking at the issue from a holistic perspective, aiding recovery though food and nutrition as well as supplements. She was not trying to address symptoms alone, but heal the root cause and also suggested remedies for symptom relief. Her approach cares for calming the mind, healing the gut, feeding the body and feeling good overall."

-Abigail