ABOUT
why we built alza
OUR STORY
how we got here
We met at a dog park in Austin, TX and quickly realized we had more in common than our dogs. Between us, we had spent years dealing with bloating, food sensitivities, acne, fatigue, brain fog, anxiety, poor sleep, hair loss, and unexplained changes in weight and energy. We had each seen multiple specialists, received conflicting advice, and been told our labs looked “normal” while still feeling like something wasn’t right.
What changed things for us was working with practitioners who took the time to understand the full picture. They looked at our histories, used testing thoughtfully, and uncovered the underlying factors contributing to how we were feeling. Once we understood what was actually going on, we finally had a clear direction for moving forward.
We named our practice Alza, from the Italian alzare, meaning “to rise.” The practitioners who helped us showed us what comprehensive testing, clear explanations, and personalized protocols could do. We built Alza to provide that same experience to other people looking for answers.
how we woRk
our approach
comprehensive health analysis
Symptoms rarely exist in isolation. We look at your health history, symptoms, lifestyle, and testing together to understand the patterns that may be contributing to how you feel. That information helps us build your recommendations around you rather than applying the same protocol to everyone.
purposeful testing
We use functional testing when it can help us better understand what may be contributing to your symptoms or inform your recommendations. We select testing based on your individual health history and symptoms rather than running the same panels for everyone. The results add context to the broader picture and help clarify where to focus.
ongoing 1:1 care
Your recommendations change as we learn more about how you respond to them. We meet regularly throughout the six months to review your progress, answer questions, and make adjustments based on what we’re seeing. This allows us to keep your plan relevant as your needs change over time.
We don’t diagnose medical conditions, prescribe medications, or replace medical care. We work alongside physicians and refer clients back to their medical team whenever something falls outside our scope of practice.
THE TEAM
meet the practitioners
Sydney Green
CERTIFIED NUTRITION PRACTITIONER
Sydney spent more than a decade working in analytics and product before transitioning to functional nutrition. Her background influences how she approaches client care, looking for patterns across symptoms, history, and testing rather than viewing them in isolation. She’s particularly interested in hormones, exercise science, and the relationship between metabolism, stress, and long-term health.
Outside of work, Sydney is an avid baker, a devoted Seattle sports fan, and spends most of her free time with her family, friends, and dog Walter.
Megan McMahon
CERTIFIED NUTRITION PRACTITIONER
Before transitioning to functional nutrition, Megan worked in technology sales. Her background influences how she approaches client care, helping clients understand the connections between their symptoms, environment, and lifestyle in a way that feels practical and actionable. She’s particularly interested in gut health, environmental exposures, and the relationship between the microbiome, hormones, and overall health.
Outside of work, Megan enjoys skiing, hiking, Pilates, and spending time with her family, friends, and dog Moose.
“Sydney and Megan listened to me when everyone had told me it was just anxiety. I finally have answers and feel like I’m healing."
EMMA K.
ready to work with us?
If you’re looking for comprehensive 1:1 functional nutrition support, the first step is to apply. We’ll review your application within two business days and invite you to schedule a complimentary consultation if it looks like a fit.