Meet Ali Richman

Registered Dietitian, Master of Nutrition Science, Specialized in Digestive Health, IBS, Reflux/GERD/LPR

Reflecting back on my high school years, I constantly struggled with GI discomfort—persistent bloating, constipation, abdominal pain, and overwhelming fatigue that left me far from my best self.

Seeking answers, I consulted a Gastroenterologist who diagnosed me with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). A low-FODMAP diet was recommended, but beyond that, guidance was minimal. Navigating the low-FODMAP diet independently was a daunting task, leading to moments of feeling lost and overwhelmed.
Several months later, despite my efforts, my digestive distress persisted. It took some convincing, but eventually, the doctor agreed to perform an endoscopy and colonoscopy. The outcome was unexpected—mild ulcerative colitis.

At the age of 16, I was left with two diagnoses, and armed with only a diet handout and a new prescription, I knew I needed additional support….

Turning to Integrative physicians and compassionate dietitians proved transformative. They invested time to truly understand my symptoms, approaching treatment with a holistic lens—evaluating diet, lifestyle, environment, and stress levels. The journey encompassed a complete dietary revamp, personalized supplements, and a pivotal "reboot" of my nervous system through mindfulness practices.

Fast forward over 8 years, my Ulcerative Colitis is in remission, IBS is managed, and my energy levels have never been higher. This shift is more than physical health— it's really a rediscovery of self.

My mission is clear: to support others with similar journeys, those facing discouragement with current GI symptoms yet driven to reclaim optimal health.

My approach harmonizes 6 years of formal nutrition training with over 8 years of being a patient and practitioner in Integrative Medicine. This synergy allows me to deliver comprehensive care, factoring in your symptoms, test results, diet, lifestyle, environment, and stress levels.

The result is a personalized care plan that addresses the root cause and is actionable, sustainable, and effective.

Warm Regards,

Alison Richman

Evidence-based.

Effective.

Compassionate.

Ali’s Credentials

~ Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics

~ Master’s of Science in Clinical Nutrition

~ 1200+ hour Clinical Training at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) - A Harvard Medical Teaching Hospital

~ Certified Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)

~ Trained in the Low FODMAP Diet - Monash University

~ Highly specialized in Acid Reflux, GERD, IBS, Trained in the FLORA Acid Reflux Method

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What Ali’s Clients Say

"To say my health was a mess before working with FLORA Nutrition would be an understatement. I’ve struggled off and on with poor digestion and acid reflux for years, but at the beginning of this year, I reached a point where I was constantly nauseous and couldn’t even tolerate the thought of food, let alone eat anything significant. I still experienced reflux even without eating anything, and my digestion was extremely sluggish. I reached out to my doctor and she prescribed me a month-long course of a PPI, which I began taking right away. While it did help calm the intense nausea, it did very little to address the actual reflux, which was the main issue I was experiencing in the first place. I found FLORA Nutrition through TikTok and was inspired by the way both Molly and Ali each overcame their own respective digestive issues through nutrition and lifestyle changes. I knew they would understand my struggles and approach my issues from a place of empathy and personal experience, which makes all the difference in terms of healthcare. After my very first meeting with Ali, I immediately began implementing all of the suggestions she made regarding how to eat, what I should eat, and what I should do to calm my nervous system and manage my daily stress. Within two weeks I already began to notice a reduction in symptoms and an increase in energy. Fast forward two months since beginning my work with Ali, and I feel SO MUCH BETTER. My diet is so much more diverse than it was two months ago, and I feel much calmer about eating and drinking because I know nutrition is a healing modality. I now have energy to do the things I love to do again. Overall, I feel like Ali and FLORA have helped equip me for a life-long journey of wellness and healing -- the things I have learned these past two months are things I will continue to use for the rest of my life. I cannot recommend both Ali and FLORA Nutrition enough. Without them, I am sure I’d still be stuck eating nothing but white bread and plain baked potatoes -- and what a sad life that would be."

-Izzy P
"Working with Ali was truly a breath of fresh air, if you are someone struggling with bloating, acid reflux, IBS, low fodmap diet, or anything similar to this she is your girl! I was diagnosed with IBS in January of 2023, my doctor told me follow a FodMap diet, start fasting, and just watch anything I eat and then sent me on my way. Fast forward to November I went all year trying to figure out what this diet actually is what I am able to eat and I was struggling. I then had began showing signs of Acid Reflux I went to my GI doctor and she gave me a medicine to treat my symptoms…. I am not one to just take pills and hope it goes away and I was not getting any better from what I thought were the right answers and trying to just search on my own. Prior to all of this I had an eating disorder growing up, so I have never had a positive relationship with foods. Finally, I told myself it was time for a change… I began researching the ins and outs with Flora and finally sent an email to Molly to see what the best steps of action for me to do, this is where I was partnered up with Ali as she has history of this in her own past along with specializing in my exact issues. This is exactly what I needed, I needed someone to help and tell me that I can overcome this and I can find a way to eat, feel the free freedom and not be scared of food. After our initial session I knew setting up monthly calls with her was the best course of action so I began doing so and to say that this has changed my life within the first weekly session was an understatement. She was able to share with me on areas I was lacking that no one else has ever been able to. Acid reflux, not having bowel movements (who would have known there was a certain type of stool you should have that’s actually healthy for your body to process), and my toxic traits of not eating healthy have finally gone away. She never forced me to try something it was truly suggestions of what she thought I could handle with no eating veggies and texture issues that I have I just am cautious of all the things. I am currently 3 months with working with Ali and I can happily and honestly say that my life has done a 360. I am a mom of 2 kids I put myself on the backburner to raise these kiddos and didn’t realize I just needed to talk with someone and that someone was Ali, I should have made this decision a long time ago because I have been living the last 2 years with this pain and not sure how to treat. Ali, I appreciate you more than words can say and I have finally built a foundation for me to move forward in my life to be less scared of food and to know how to actually eat in a healthier and better way. "

-Corin G
"I was so relieved to find Molly's instagram account after having constant heart burn and back pain for months and then symptoms of a sore throat, something stuck in my throat, and trouble swallowing. I thought I was just going to have to live with it. PPIs weren't working anymore. I started listening to all Molly's videos and then eventually started to work with her colleague, Ali. I am so thankful I found these ladies. I really dialed in on meditation, nutrition, and meal time hygiene. It took a while, but my symptoms completely went away! So happy to have found them. I still struggle with consistency when it comes to nutrition but things are so much better than they were before."

-Jill F.
“I am in debt to Ali for guiding me through my rollercoaster of health issues. Years of chronic bloating, low self esteem, inflammation, acne and food intolerances. Every meal I ate caused severe bloating and left me feeling extremely uncomfortable, not to mention the inflammation I was left with at all times. She took the time to explore root causes of all these issues and one by one picked them apart by recommending protocols in conjunction with products that helped aid my healing process. The hardest part of this journey has been the mental tole that it took on me in my everyday life- Ali was extremely aware of this and made sure to incorporate the emotional, mental and physical healing to this as well. I am now able to enjoy my life the way I was meant to. I can finally eat out with friends and family without worrying about the tightness and uncomfortable pain I felt in my stomach.”

-Leah T
"Ali has been great with helping provide structure with my meals but most importantly educating me on what she is helping me create. With the structured meals, the best part is she taught me some easy meal prep ideas to make the structure more attainable! This was incredibly important for me as I’m a very busy person that needs quick yet nutrient packed meals. With that, she was able to teach me how to create balanced meals while also helping me prioritize certain nutrients based on my specific needs. Along with food, Ali was able to recommend high quality supplements to ensure my body is receiving everything it may need. For someone who doesn’t know much about supplements, Ali did a great job educating me on the purpose of what she was recommending. There’s a lot of supplements on the market and she was able to explain what’s necessary for my body vs what isn’t. Overall I had a wonderful experience with Ali because she is incredibly personable and highly educated in the services she provides. Ali has made a huge impact on my nutrition and well being!”

-Allison L.
"Ali helped me when I was in a gastrointestinal flare experiencing days of nausea, diarrhea and overall stomach upset. She worked with me to identify potential triggers for my flare. She also provided food recommendations to help soothe my GI tract and suggested some foods to limit. These recommendations were incredibly helpful and I was able to start feeling better as soon as I started following them”

-M.F
"Ali is a pleasure to work with and took the time to understand my presenting issues with care and expertise. I started seeing Ali to address hair loss concerns. By asking thoughtful questions about my medications, lifestyle, diet, and bloodwork history, she helped uncover the root of the presenting problem. Ali recommended specific tests to confirm the potential underlying causes and suggested personalized dietary and lifestyle changes – including making suggestions to my meal patterns and managing stress levels. Ali comes highly recommended for anyone seeking holistic evidenced-based solutions."

-Alexa G
"Ali has helped me find balance in healthy eating and lifestyle practices but also reminding me to indulge in the joys of life. She is a wealth of knowledge with training in both the conventional and functional model of nutrition and wellness, and her personal struggle with GI symptoms make her an even more well-rounded and empathetic practitioner.”

-MT
"I feel like the changes I am making are evidence-based and structured and I feel hopeful for the first time in ages. There wasn't a question too silly and that could not be answered! It was definitely the first time I felt heard and given other options. Ali went through lots of concerns with me and the plan I have now is really sustainable!"

-R.W.
"Within the last week, I haven't had much heartburn. Even on vacation, not eating perfectly, I didn't have much heartburn or throat pain at all. I was shocked. Relaxing on vacation and acid reflux and heart burn weren't even a worry on my mind."

-J.F.
"I don’t feel overwhelmed by the changes and I’m confident I can try them. Feeling hopeful for the first time in a while! This is the first time I felt like I was not only taken seriously but also given advice on how to navigate my issues. I would recommend FLORA to my friends and family!"

-Poshita
“I received proper guidance on reducing acid reflux triggers. Recommendations on what food to eat to prevent acid reflux were very helpful. In addition, recommended supplements were very effective and truly helped prevent triggers. I liked how Ali made me feel heard. I was so grateful and happy about the experience that I don't have anything else to add in terms of improvement. She made sure that my concerns were addressed and provided appropriate recommendations. Thank you!!!!“

-F.D.