About

Meet Norma Flood, Functional Nutritionist & Dietitian in San Diego County

Norma’s Background:

Norma earned a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacology & Toxicology at the University of Wisconsin at Madison.  She then specialized in genetic research at Viagene Center for Gene Therapy.  Personal health issues then moved her to get a Master of Science degree in Nutritional Sciences at San Diego State University, as well as her license as a registered dietitian.  Her experience as a dietitian includes UCSD Medical Center, UCSD Cancer Center, Scripps Center for Integrative Medicine, SDSU Student Health Services and Athletics, and finally Private Practice treating eating disorders and addiction for 10 years. 

With her own history of ADHD that made her susceptible to later struggling with an eating disorder and addiction, Norma wanted to delve deeper to treat problems where they started.  Motivated by her son’s current symptoms of ADHD, she went on sabbatical to study the microbiome as it relates to nutrition, brain function, digestive health, and environmental factors. Her search led her to study and learn from many leaders in the Functional Nutrition field, and is now part of the Functional Nutrition Alliance as she continues to learn more and stay abreast of the latest clinical applications and research in this area.

Applying Functional Nutrition to Support Mental Health, Digestive Issues & Eating Disorders

Norma currently applies functional nutrition to effectively treat or support mental health issues, digestive issues and eating disorders for both adults and teens. She uses functional nutrition therapy, which includes dietary interventions, nutritional supplements, and laboratory analysis for gut, brain or genetic imbalances.  Lifestyle coaching is also central in her treatment plan.

Supporting Teens & Youth Groups in San Diego County

Norma also continues to follow her passion for supporting youth. She regularly speaks to youth groups about nutrition for mental health and performance, body image, academic pressure, balancing commitments and more. She started a school garden program at Painted Rock Elementary School, founded Poway Unplugged to get teens out to hike, and hosted a summer camp for teens to teach positive coping tools and balanced health.

For six years, she also served as a Philanthropy Liaison and Grade Level Advisor for The National Charity League (NCL) Mother-Daughter Organization alongside her daughter, Quinn. She also spent three years as a Grade Level Advisor for Teen Volunteers in Action (TVIA), a Parent-Son Organization, working with her son, Carson.

In addition to her philanthropic leadership, Norma has been actively involved in youth sports. She served as the team parent for Poway High School Boys Lacrosse and has led the Poway Lacrosse Foundation as President for the past three years. Her commitment to service and community engagement continues to make a meaningful impact.

Individual or Group Nutrition Counseling & Speaking Engagements

Norma is available by appointment for individual or group nutrition counseling for treating gut imbalances and gastrointestinal (GI) issues, as well as eating disorders, Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), ADHD, depression, and other mental health imbalances. Norma offers both virtual counseling and in-person counseling in North County San Diego.

Norma will also continue to speak on nutrition and lifestyle choices to health professionals, schools, organizations and families. Having recovered from her own personal health challenges and raising her own teens in today’s over-stimulating culture, Norma can relate to the daily struggles of striking a balance between busy schedules and making time for better health and rejuvenation. As an avid hiker, she loves to explore the outdoors during her free time and shares that joy with others. 

Norma's Experience