I want you to get the care you deserve.
Get to know me
Amy Luna Knox, MS, CNS, LDN
Hello! I’m Amy Knox, a weight-inclusive, integrative nutritionist specializing in supporting women with metabolic concerns. Based in southern Illinois, I take a Health at Every Size® (HAES) approach, helping clients improve their health without purely focusing on weight loss. My passion lies in guiding women to reconnect with their bodies, address metabolic challenges, and cultivate a positive, balanced relationship with food.
I earned my undergraduate degree from the University of Tennessee-Knoxville and a master’s degree in Nutrition and Integrative Health from Maryland University of Integrative Health. My professional journey began in Washington, DC, where I worked in both a seed-to-table program for public schools and an integrative healthcare practice in Maryland, blending my love of sustainable food systems with a holistic approach to health.
After relocating to the Midwest, I completed an organic farm apprenticeship, which deepened my commitment to sustainable food practices. Today, I incorporate this perspective into my work, fostering a connection between nourishing food and overall well-being. I also manage the community garden at Empowered Spaces in St. Louis, collaborating with programs like Jamaa Birth Village to enhance access to fresh, organic food.
When I’m not working, I enjoy life just outside St. Louis with my husband and 5-year-old daughter. The Midwest has become my home, and I am grateful for the opportunity to serve this community. Let’s work together to support your metabolic health and well-being—on your terms.
Get to know my approach
I believe each client deserves a tailored approach that speaks to their unique needs.
Being well-nourished and emotionally satisfied by the food we eat can be really challenging amidst the myriad of opinions on what and how we should eat. As an integrative nutritionist, I focus on root cause approaches, delving deeper into the underlying factors that contribute to disease rather than merely managing or preventing it. By uncovering these root causes, I help you discover the eating style that aligns best with your body, enabling you to feel your best.
By weaving integrative nutrition with principles from Intuitive Eating and Health at Every Size®, I guide clients in tuning into their internal appetite cues and achieving health from the inside out.
Philosophy
I believe that eating is a ritual of care.
Food is not just about fueling our bodies with energy and nutrients; it’s a vital way we connect with others. From family meals to dinners with friends, and sharing homemade favorites with those facing hard times, food brings us together. It allows us to celebrate and honor our backgrounds and those of others. As humans, we are naturally drawn to find joy in eating. That's why I believe good nutrition cannot be reduced to a list of dos and don’ts.