Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Serving the Greater Carmel, Indiana area
I’m Valerie
Welcome to Blue Tree Nutrition
I help people with digestive distress overcome their symptoms, so they can regain control of their life.
My goal is to determine which nutrition path is best based on your diagnosis and symptoms. I see individuals with a variety of gastrointestinal and autoimmune issues. For many, the problem begins in the gut. The education will be very individualized, and based on the most up to date nutrition information.
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Hundreds of happy Patients
In-Person & Telehealth Options
Registered and Licensed
I Help Those With ↓
- Celiac Disease
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (Crohn’s/Colitis)
- Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO)
- Sucrase-Isomaltase Deficiency
- Gastroparesis
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE)
- Food Allergies
- Breast Implant Illness
- Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
- Lyme Disease
- Diabetes
- FODMAP elimination diet
- Food Intolerances
- Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS)
- Histamine Intolerance
In-network with select insurance providers.
Valerie Polley
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist – RDN, LDN
My name is Valerie Polley. I am an Indianapolis-based registered dietitian nutritionist and owner of Blue Tree Nutrition, LLC.
I work with clients both in-person and virtually, near and far. No matter the reason you come to me, my goal is always the same-to help you feel your best and regain control of your health and daily life. I know that not feeling well can affect everything, from the big moments to the everyday routines. That’s why I take time to carefully piece together your unique “health puzzle” and create a personalized plan. We start with simple, strategic changes to your diet and build from there. For some, improvements happen quickly; for others, the process takes a little longer-and that’s okay.
I specialize in the FODMAP elimination diet, along with other customized eating plans designed to fit your specific diagnosis, symptoms, and lifestyle.
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FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Have more questions? Feel free to reach out.
What is included in an initial consultation?
Before your initial consultation you will fill out a Nutrition Health Questionnaire. We will discuss the information on the questionnaire. We will go through an entire nutrition education based on your diagnosis or reason for seeing the dietitian. Handouts will be reviewed and brought home to refer to when needed.
What should I expect from a follow-up appointment?
Your follow-up appointment can be what you chose. We can meet and go over questions that have come up since the initial consultation, and evaluate how well you have been doing. You can also use the follow-up appointment to meet at the grocery store of your choice to take a tour with the dietitian.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, Blue Tree Nutrition is in-network with Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and Medicare. If you do not have any of the above as your insurance provider, Blue Tree Nutrition, LLC works as a fee-for-service provider. However, if your insurance company provides coverage/reimbursement for nutrition counseling by out-of-network dietitians, we will provide you with a Superbill with the necessary codes to submit to your insurance company as proof of service and payment. Your insurance company may then reimburse you directly for all or part of the services paid. Contact your insurance company for details on reimbursement.
I do not have an actual diagnosis from a doctor, but I am having gastrointestinal symptoms. can I still make an appointment?
In this situation, it is best if you talk with the dietitian prior to making an appointment. Many individuals have symptoms, especially gastrointestinal with no diagnosis.
I do not have gastrointestinal issues, but I would like to see the dietitian for another reason. Can I still make an appointment?
Yes, but it is best to contact the dietitian to discuss your situation.
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