Starkel Nutrition Peri+Menopause Program - Starkel Nutrition Programs

Empower Your Health with the Starkel Nutrition Peri+Menopause Program

Understanding Your Body, Relieving Symptoms, Thriving Through Life’s Changes

8-Week Live Online Program, Starting September 24th, 2024, Tuesdays, 6-7 pm PST

What is the Peri+Menopause Program?

This live, 8-week online program is designed to help women navigate the changes of perimenopause and menopause with confidence and clarity. Led by the experienced team of Julie Starkel, MS, MBA, RDN, and Dr. Lea McKinstry, ND, this program offers a holistic approach to care, ensuring that each participant receives the personalized support they need to thrive.

Why This Program is Essential

Navigating perimenopause and menopause can be overwhelming. Many women experience a range of symptoms that can significantly impact their daily lives, yet traditional healthcare often falls short in addressing these issues.

Common Symptoms:

The Peri+Menopause Program is designed to provide tailored support, addressing the root causes of these symptoms rather than just masking them.

A Functional Medicine Approach to Menopausal Wellness

At Starkel Nutrition, we believe in treating the whole person. Our functional medicine approach integrates hormone therapy, nutrition, mental wellness, movement, and supplements to create a comprehensive care plan tailored to each individual.

We focus on understanding your unique needs, ensuring that your journey through menopause is not just bearable but empowering.

Guided by Leading Experts

Meet the experts who will guide you through this transformative program:

Julie Starkel, MS, MBA, RDN
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Certified Dietitian (RDN/CD) Integrative and Functional Medicine Nutritionist

Lea McKinstry, ND
Licensed Naturopathic Doctor

With decades of combined experience, Julie and Dr. McKinstry bring a wealth of knowledge and a compassionate approach to women’s health, ensuring you receive the best care possible.

Relief from Common Symptoms

Our program is designed to help you find relief from the most common perimenopausal and menopausal symptoms. Here’s how we can help:

Alleviating depression and anxiety
Improving sleep and reducing insomnia
Managing hot flashes and night sweats
Supporting healthy weight management
Enhancing mental clarity and reducing brain fog
Revitalizing energy levels and overall vitality

I particularly enjoyed the sense of community in the group setting and the connections with other resources and healthcare options. Connection with the group leaders and the ability to have more complete hormone testing than what I had via my GP were very helpful. And I valued the very thorough discussion on nutrition and gut health, the impact it has on metabolism, and overall peri menopause symptoms, along with the information on bio identical HRT. I enjoyed the course immensely and look forward to continuing to follow along with these topics. Thank you!

Robyn M.

In-Depth Knowledge and Personalized Care

Understanding what’s happening in your body is crucial. Our program includes:

Organic Acid Test: Identifies vitamin and mineral needs, detoxification support, and how your body metabolizes nutrients.
Environmental Pollutant Panel (EPP): Detects endocrine disruptors that may be affecting your hormonal balance.

Participants will have a 1:1 consultation with one of our experts to review test results and personalize their care plan.

Foundation for Hormone Balance

We offer a specially curated supplement bundle to support your body through this journey:

Foundations Formula: A combination of multivitamin/mineral, omega-3, vitamins D & K2, and probiotics.
Multi-mineral Complex with Vitamin D3: Provides essential nutrients often depleted during menopause.
Omega-3 and Borage Oil: Supports hormone balance and reduces symptoms like hot flashes.

A Community of Support

We believe in the power of community. Sharing your experiences and knowing that you are not alone can make all the difference. In our group setting, you will connect with other women who understand what you’re going through, fostering resilience and self-compassion.

Ready to Thrive?

Join us for the next session of the Peri+Menopause Program starting September 24th, 2024. Spaces are limited, so early registration is encouraged. Insurance typically covers the core program in Washington state, and flexible payment options are available.

Program Start Date: September 24th, 2024
Time: Tuesdays, 6-7 pm PST

Peri+Menopause program
with WA insurance

Grab this early bird price
until September 20th, midnight

$549 or

3 Monthly
Payments of

$199

Peri+Menopause program
without WA insurance

Grab this early bird price
until September 20th, midnight

$899 or

4 Monthly
Payments of

$249

Frequently Asked Questions

Does my insurance cover the program?

For many, it covers a great portion of the program, but the supplement and labs bundle is extra. When registering, please enter you insurance info and we’ll check that out for you.

What if I can’t make one of the 8 sessions?

We highly recommend attending all eight sessions as we do not provide recordings of sessions. If, upon registration, you know that you cannot attend a session, please let our admin team know, and we will note this as a planned absence with no charge.

We encourage you to promptly notify us at care@starkelnutritionprograms.com of any issue keeping you from attending a group session so we can coordinate a solution for your missed session.

Due to the way insurance coverage works to cover the program sessions cost, missed sessions will incur a $75 fee unless a make-up session is scheduled with one of experts within 2 weeks.

Any unplanned absences or no-shows will result in a $75 fee.

All fees are charged to your payment card on file (required).

We want to help you get the most from this program, and we find that the regular weekly sessions are the greatest factor in your success. So just reach out and we’ll figure out a solution for any sessions you will be unable to attend.

For cash participants, if you miss a session and wish to meet with one of our experts to review the missed session content, the charge is a discounted rate $99 for one hour (normally $215).

Are the supplements and tests included in the program fee?

Yes, we are able to offer the supplements and tests at a great discount through our bundle. For those with accepted insurance, the sessions are covered through insurance, so the total cost is less expensive than those whose insurance does not cover.

How do I take the lab tests?

The two lab tests we run are e easy-to-take dried urine at-home kits. About a week before our program starts, you will receive a package with the supplements and our lab test kit. There are instructions in the kit, and please follow them carefully. We will also review the collection process in our first session. Please let us know at care@starkelnutritionprograms.com if you have any issues or questions.

What is your refund policy?

Insurance-based participants: We bill insurance for each session attended. The labs and supplement bundle is refundable if we receive it back in our office before the 4th session, minus 20% for the restocking fee if the lab has not been processed and the supplements have not been opened. The participant is responsible for shipping products back to Starkel Nutrition in order to process a refund.

Cash clients: If a refund request is made to our office before the third session, and unopened supplements and lab test kits are returned before the 4th session (participant responsible for shipping products back to Starkel Nutrition), we will refund $370. After the third session, there is no refund.

Can I join the program if I am not yet experiencing menopause symptoms?

YES! In fact, we encourage women in their 30s to learn as much as they can about perimenopause, because what they do then can influence their perimenopause symptoms in the future.

What is the format of each session?

Each session is approximately 1 hour long in a live video group. We use Google Meet, which makes it easy, because you do not have to download any app or special software. It can be accessed entirely through a web browser. We send the link to all participants once they register, and every session will use the same link. Don’t worry, we’ll also remind you weekly of our sessions, too.
The leaders will present material on different topics each week and will have a corresponding slide presentation that you can follow along. There will be time for questions at the end of each weekly session.
After each session, we will send you one or more handout(s) pertinent to the topic covered, as well as a questionnaire so that we can monitor your experience. These questionnaires help the leaders a lot, and they are mandatory for those who use insurance. It’s a simple online questionnaire.

Can I participate if I am outside of the United States?

You can participate outside the US, and just make sure the time works for you. (Our times are US Pacific Time). Unfortunately, we are unable, by law, to ship the corresponding supplements and to run the lab tests. Please contact our administrative team for more information.

Take Control of Your Health Today

Empower yourself with the knowledge and support you need to thrive during perimenopause and menopause. Take the first step towards a healthier, happier you.

Have more questions? We’re here to help! Contact us for more information or to discuss your specific needs:

Phone: 206-853-0534

Email: care@starkelnutritionprograms.com