Allie Petersen
Physician Associate (PA-C) · Plant-Based Health Coach · Recipe Creator
- Education
- MPAS · Carroll University, 2019
B.S. Neurobiology & Global Health Certificate · UW–Madison, 2016 - Clinical Practice
- 7+ Years as PA-C
ENT · 5 yrs | Urgent Care · currently practicing - Plant-Based
- 9+ Years Plant-Based Living
Recipe creator & plant-based health coach since 2022
- Evidence-based
- Clinically informed
- Not personal medical advice
I’m a practicing Physician Associate and plant-based health coach who believes that the most powerful medicine is what’s on your plate. After 7+ years in clinical practice — from ENT to urgent care — I’ve seen firsthand how lifestyle and nutrition shape long-term health outcomes. Everything I share here is grounded in real science, real clinical experience, and recipes I actually cook for my own family.
From Brats to Brussels Sprouts
A German kitchen, a love of cooking, and a lot of brats
I grew up in Wisconsin, where German food culture runs deep — bratwursts, butter burgers, cheese, and beer at every cookout. My mom is an incredible cook who made a home-cooked meal every single night, and I grew up right beside her making bread, soups, desserts, and traditional German dishes. She planted the seed for everything I do today.
One documentary changed everything
In college, I watched Forks Over Knives — and it genuinely shocked me. The research connecting diet to chronic disease was something I couldn’t unsee, especially because health was so important to me and was my future career. I then found Dr. Michael Greger’s How Not to Die, which deepened my understanding of just how powerfully food shapes our long-term health. I made the shift pretty much instantly (some call that cold-turkey — I’ll call it cold-tofurkey…lol). While that usually doesn’t work for others, that’s what worked for me at that time.
Burnt brownies, bland falafel, and figuring it out
Transitioning wasn’t totally seamless though…both culturally and culinarily. Learning to confidently tell family and friends I’d be skipping the brat at the cookout took a while. And in the kitchen, I was completely self-taught: plenty of failed experiments before the recipes started to be actually good. My husband Zach deserves a medal for trying every single one!! Both the good and the truly terrible (yes, I did actually burn many pans of vegan brownies).
Sharing it with the world
In early 2022, I decided to stop keeping it all to myself. I launched Naturallie Plant-Based — a name that’s a play on my own, pronounced Natur-Allie — first on Instagram, then as a full website. What started as a passion project has grown into a community I couldn’t imagine my life without. Today I blend my clinical background as a PA-C with my love of cooking to create recipes and resources that are delicious, evidence-based, and built for real life.
“My goal is to create an inclusive community you feel welcomed in — not chastised for consuming an egg or dairy product — and where you don’t have to feel the pressure to give up every animal product for the rest of your life. My approach to plant-based living is about making it an approachable, sustainable lifestyle — eating as many plants as possible while helping you understand the science-backed reasons why eating this way leads to a longer, healthier life.”
— Allie Petersen, PA-C
Plant-Based Health Coaching
Having the science is one thing. Having someone in your corner to help you apply it to your real life — that’s where things actually change. As a practicing PA-C and plant-based health coach, I bring clinical expertise and genuine lived experience to every coaching relationship.
Clinically informed guidance
Not generic advice — real science-backed nutrition support from a practicing PA-C who understands how your body actually works.
No pressure, no perfection
This is a judgment-free space. You don’t have to give up every animal product — we focus on adding more plants in a way that works for your life.
Sustainable, long-term change
We build habits that last — not quick fixes. Everything is tailored to your goals, your schedule, and the food you actually enjoy eating.
“Working with Allie was amazing! I was struggling to get enough protein in my plant based diet, and to reduce snacking in-between meals and sugar cravings. She provided a better understanding of how easy it can be to add plant based protein into my meals and provided delicious recipes that are now my go to on a daily basis. Adding more protein to my meals has kept my energy consistent and has made me feel fuller longer, so not needing to snack. Allie also looked at my calorie consumption and exercise routine and offered valuable suggestions for me to lose a few pounds.”
— Trudy
Plant-based health coaching client
“I’m loving all your recipes. I just have a lot of food cooked and a freezer full that I need to deplete. Been printing a lot of your recipes that I plan on making. Made buffalo chickpea wraps today and they were so, so delicious. I’m so excited to be on this new venture. I only have to eliminate the chicken from my diet — I was already eating plant-based burgers but I love plant-based cooking from scratch. Thank you!”
— Valerie
Naturallie Plant-Based community member
Plant-based coaching leads to lifelong health benefits
Small changes today. Lifelong results.
How plant-based coaching compounds over time
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You start
1:1 coaching begins
- Personalized plant-based plan built for you
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Weeks 2–4
Energy & digestion improve
- Blood sugar begins to stabilize
- More sustained energy
- Fewer afternoon crashes
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Months 1–3
Habits become second nature
- Protein goals consistently hit
- Plant-based proteins mastered
- Muscle mass preserved
- Mood & focus sharpen
- Sleep quality improves
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Year 1+
Lifestyle fully integrated
- Evidence-based eating is your norm
- Weight naturally finds its balance
- LDL cholesterol reduced
- Bone density supported
- Inflammation reduced
Brain health
26% lowerdementia risk with plant protein*
Heart health
Less heart disease, type 2 diabetes & cancer*
Bone strength
Lower osteoporosis risk with adequate protein*
*Harvard Health · Frontiers in Nutrition · American Journal of Clinical Nutrition
Let’s work together
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to deepen your plant-based journey, I’d love to support you. Learn more about 1:1 coaching and book a free discovery call.
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