The Huddle: Introduction to Athlete Nutrition and Gut Health

Welcome to The Huddle: Introduction to Athlete Nutrition and Gut Health! Join us on December 1, 2025 at 12:00 PM for an informative session. Learn about the importance of nutrition and gut health for athletes. Whether you're a professional or just starting out, this event is perfect for you. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your performance and well-being. See you there!

Event Date: December 1, 2025 at 12:00 PM (Central Time)

Special Guest

Dahlia Gordon, MS, RD, LDN
Registered Dietitian, Former Division I Athlete, and Owner of Private Nutrition Practice

Contact Info: dahlia.the.dietitian@gmail.com
Instagram: @dahlia_the_dietitian

Current Role: Registered Dietitian in private practice and Pediatric Dietitian for the Sickle Cell Program at Levine Children’s Hospital

Background: Dahlia Gordon is a registered dietitian and former Division I athlete with experience working across all levels of performance—from youth and amateur competitors to elite and professional athletes. Her integrative approach to sports nutrition goes beyond calories and macros, focusing on the full picture of health: gut integrity, inflammation, recovery, and long-term wellness.

Experience: Dahlia combines personal experience as a collegiate athlete with her clinical expertise to help clients fuel effectively, perform optimally, and build sustainable habits. In addition to her private practice, she leads food-as-medicine initiatives at Levine Children’s Hospital, addressing food insecurity and advancing holistic care for pediatric patients.

Courtney Colbert, RD, LDN
Registered Dietitian, Sports Nutrition Coach, Gut Health Specialist

Contact Info: rayppycourtney@gmail.com | fuelandflourishsportsnutrition@gmail.com
Current Role: Registered Dietitian at an outpatient clinic in Southern Oregon; Founder of Fuel & Flourish Sports Nutrition

Background: Courtney’s journey began as a competitive athlete frustrated by digestive issues, restrictive diets, and yo-yo eating patterns. These personal health challenges inspired her to pursue dietetics, blending sports nutrition and functional gut health to help others overcome similar struggles.

Experience: Over 5 years of experience as a Registered Dietitian specializing in gut health, sports nutrition, and metabolic function. She uses a functional, science-backed approach, integrating diagnostic testing like GI mapping and genetic analysis to uncover root-causes of digestive disorders and optimize performance.