The main force behind Fueled and Fed Nutrition is a deep desire to help you fuel your long-term performance, nutrition, and lifestyle goals. We believe in client-driven care and will partner with you to determine a comprehensive plan based on your goals, lifestyle, and health status. You probably already have an idea of where you want to start, and we are excited to help you take that first step. We try to keep things simple and positive, breaking down each goal into realistic steps you can implement right away. Whether you’re looking for nutritious recipes or you need professional guidance in order to address a specific health issue, our Alexandria nutritionist are ready to help you reach your dietary goals.
Philosophy
At Fueled & Fed Nutrition we believe in supporting all bodies, regardless of size, gender, sexual orientation, or athletic performance. We follow the principles of Health at Every Size® (HAES) and promote a weight-neutral approach to nutrition counseling. We work with all ways of eating including plant-based, kosher, halal, gluten-free, and allergen-free and will tailor our recommendations to your needs and goals. We believe all foods can fit into a healthy diet. By combining the most current evidence and research on nutrition with tools and tricks to help you incorporate a healthy diet into your lifestyle, we will provide you with actionable steps towards a healthy diet that fit into your life. No jargon, no complex meal plans and no diet dogma.
Meet the Team
Alisha Temples, MPH, CNS, LDN, is the founder and head nutritionist of Fueled & Fed Nutrition. She is a licensed nutritionist based in Alexandria, VA. Alisha works with a wide variety of athletes and clients, from Crossfit athletes, rowers, ultramarathon runners and triathletes, to hockey moms, soccer dads and first-time 5K finishers. She especially enjoys working with weekend warriors who are running their first marathon. As a former college athlete, Alisha knows how hard it is to stay in shape once you start an office job. She dabbled with many sports and workouts after college before trying, hating, and eventually falling in love with distance running. Alisha is adept at simplifying meal planning and finding the right fuel that works for every sensitive stomach.
Alisha has a Bachelor of Science in chemistry from Virginia Tech, Master of Science in nutrition from Notre Dame of Maryland University (formerly Maryland University of Integrative Health) and Master of Public Health from Georgia Southern University. She completed a clinical nutrition internship in Chicago, IL focused on sports nutrition and mental health and has additional training in intuitive eating, functional medicine, and sports nutrition. Alisha works with clients ages 12 and up in Virginia, Maryland and DC. Alisha is an in-network provider with Aetna, BCBS, Carefirst BCBS, and Cigna. She is out-of-network with all other insurers.
Saadat Aimaq, RDN, LDN, is a team associate and dietitian at Fueled & Fed Nutrition. She is a registered and licensed dietitian/nutritionist. She has many years of experience working both at hospital systems and outpatient settings, which allows her to have a deep understanding of nutritional deficiencies and find solutions using the latest evidenced based nutrition approaches. Saadat believes that preventative nutrition therapy is also key for quality health because many of the diseases, such as diabetes, heart disease, and blood pressure issues have their roots in nutrition. Saadat is known for breaking down complex topics like food labels and creating easy-to-remember aids and acronyms for her clients.
Saadat has degrees in Nutrition from the University of Northern Colorado, in Biology from the University of California, San Diego and a dietetic internship along with a graduate certificate in Food and Nutrition from Bowling Green State University. She also has a certificate of training in obesity for adults and pediatrics from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. She works with clients ages 2 and up in Virginia, Maryland and DC. Saadat is an in-network provider with Aetna, BCBS, Carefirst BCBS, Cigna, and United Healthcare. She is out-of-network for all other insurers.
Let’s fuel your body and unlock your potential!