Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) Nutritionists and Dietitians in Stouffville, ON
As a Registered Dietitian I help my clients achieve a healthier lifestyle. My ideal client wants increased energy, weight loss without deprivation, less medication, improved blood cholesterol, balanced blood sugars, reduced stress levels, increased physical activity and feelings of well-being. She may have been on numerous diets and struggling with work/life balance. She has discovered that restrictive diets simply don't work. She is ready to embark on a healthy lifestyle approach. Best results with a 3 mo, 6 mo and 12 month health coaching plan.
As a Registered Dietitian I help my clients achieve a healthier lifestyle. My ideal client wants increased energy, weight loss without deprivation, less medication, improved blood cholesterol, balanced blood sugars, reduced stress levels, increased physical activity and feelings of well-being. She may have been on numerous diets and struggling with work/life balance. She has discovered that restrictive diets simply don't work. She is ready to embark on a healthy lifestyle approach. Best results with a 3 mo, 6 mo and 12 month health coaching plan.
ALERT: Wait list CLOSED until August. N.B.: I do NOT offer weight loss counselling. I have worked over 25 years caring for Surgery, ICU, Gastroenterology, Paediatrics (newborn to teens), Eating Disorders (all ages), and Mental Health/Addictions/Trauma clients. I use my extensive clinical experience and current evidence-based research, combined with a compassionate and non-judgmental approach, to help motivated clients improve their physical and emotional health, while mending their relationship with food. I am also a Registered Nurse, which enhances my ability to provide comprehensive care.
ALERT: Wait list CLOSED until August. N.B.: I do NOT offer weight loss counselling. I have worked over 25 years caring for Surgery, ICU, Gastroenterology, Paediatrics (newborn to teens), Eating Disorders (all ages), and Mental Health/Addictions/Trauma clients. I use my extensive clinical experience and current evidence-based research, combined with a compassionate and non-judgmental approach, to help motivated clients improve their physical and emotional health, while mending their relationship with food. I am also a Registered Nurse, which enhances my ability to provide comprehensive care.
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Accepting NEW patients-immediate openings! Are you tired of yo-yo dieting and constantly thinking about food? Do you want to ditch dieting for good and gain food freedom? Are you confused about what to eat? Do you want to break the cycle of overeating? We can work together to achieve your best weight and health using science based treatment and tools. I provide nutrition counselling in obesity management, diabetes management, digestive health, and chronic disease prevention and management. I have years of experience with helping individuals with making sustainable lifestyle changes.
Accepting NEW patients-immediate openings! Are you tired of yo-yo dieting and constantly thinking about food? Do you want to ditch dieting for good and gain food freedom? Are you confused about what to eat? Do you want to break the cycle of overeating? We can work together to achieve your best weight and health using science based treatment and tools. I provide nutrition counselling in obesity management, diabetes management, digestive health, and chronic disease prevention and management. I have years of experience with helping individuals with making sustainable lifestyle changes.
I have been in private practice since 2008, and my services fall into three categories: Routine, Digestive Health, and Therapeutic Diets (3:1 and 2:1 ketogenic diets). I hold a Master's degree in Human Nutrition, and my published research was in mental health nutrition. In addition to years of delivering services from my Coquitlam (BC) office, I’ve provided virtual services for over a decade via a click-and-connect secure telehealth portal to clients across BC, Ontario, and Alberta, where I am also licensed.
NOTE: Due to the busyness of my practice, I do not offer discovery calls, but do offer an Initial Consultation.
I have been in private practice since 2008, and my services fall into three categories: Routine, Digestive Health, and Therapeutic Diets (3:1 and 2:1 ketogenic diets). I hold a Master's degree in Human Nutrition, and my published research was in mental health nutrition. In addition to years of delivering services from my Coquitlam (BC) office, I’ve provided virtual services for over a decade via a click-and-connect secure telehealth portal to clients across BC, Ontario, and Alberta, where I am also licensed.
NOTE: Due to the busyness of my practice, I do not offer discovery calls, but do offer an Initial Consultation.
Hi, I’m Beth! A virtual Registered Dietitian specializing in PCOS, menopause, gut health, and relationship with food. I work with women who are tired of diets that never stick, navigating emotional eating, ADHD, or just feeling out of control around food. You don’t need another diet plan, you need strategies that actually work with your brain and your lifestyle.
Hi, I’m Beth! A virtual Registered Dietitian specializing in PCOS, menopause, gut health, and relationship with food. I work with women who are tired of diets that never stick, navigating emotional eating, ADHD, or just feeling out of control around food. You don’t need another diet plan, you need strategies that actually work with your brain and your lifestyle.
A wide range an issues can cause children to lack proper nutrition: selective eating, food aversions, medical issues impacting digestion, ability to swallow, reflux, food intolerances and allergies, eating disorders, ASD and limited food repertoire.
I have worked with parents and children for over 25 years. As a feeding and nutrition expert, I have helped literally hundred of families resolve those nutrition issues . So many parents have said: " I just no longer have to worry about his/her eating anymore!" With an indebt nutrition assessment and a clear plan to follow , families can see change occur.
A wide range an issues can cause children to lack proper nutrition: selective eating, food aversions, medical issues impacting digestion, ability to swallow, reflux, food intolerances and allergies, eating disorders, ASD and limited food repertoire.
I have worked with parents and children for over 25 years. As a feeding and nutrition expert, I have helped literally hundred of families resolve those nutrition issues . So many parents have said: " I just no longer have to worry about his/her eating anymore!" With an indebt nutrition assessment and a clear plan to follow , families can see change occur.
I am your Dietitian (member of Dietitians of Canada) and Certified Diabetes Educator. Need help with weight management? Eat better to manage chronic conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol? Have digestive issues? BOOK YOUR VIRTUAL APPOINTMENT NOW!! Follow me on Instagram @zuviathedietitian and Face Book page: https://www.facebook.com/zuviathedietitian
I am your Dietitian (member of Dietitians of Canada) and Certified Diabetes Educator. Need help with weight management? Eat better to manage chronic conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol? Have digestive issues? BOOK YOUR VIRTUAL APPOINTMENT NOW!! Follow me on Instagram @zuviathedietitian and Face Book page: https://www.facebook.com/zuviathedietitian
Hi, I’m Michaela! I understand how overwhelming it can feel to manage the stress that often surrounds food choices, and I’m here to help you build a healthier, more balanced relationship with eating. Whether you’re struggling with digestive issues like IBS, managing disordered eating, or navigating weight concerns, my goal is to provide personalized, practical strategies that empower you to feel in control of your well-being.
Hi, I’m Michaela! I understand how overwhelming it can feel to manage the stress that often surrounds food choices, and I’m here to help you build a healthier, more balanced relationship with eating. Whether you’re struggling with digestive issues like IBS, managing disordered eating, or navigating weight concerns, my goal is to provide personalized, practical strategies that empower you to feel in control of your well-being.
My clients want to reduce pain and anxiety from chronic inflammation or digestive issues to improve their quality of life by controlling their symptoms naturally without the unwanted side effects of medications
My clients want to reduce pain and anxiety from chronic inflammation or digestive issues to improve their quality of life by controlling their symptoms naturally without the unwanted side effects of medications
I'm a plant-based dietitian/nutritionist offering Zoom consultations for anyone interested in vegan, plant-based, and vegetarian diets. I can provide services to residents from Ontario, Alberta, and BC, and I provide an insurance receipt at the end of each session. I have extensive expertise in family nutrition, balanced plant-based diets, weight loss, sports nutrition, and more. You can find additional information about my other services on the website's service page, which is accessible from the main menu. Book a free 20-minute intro session to see how I can assist you; we can schedule either a phone call or a Zoom session.
I'm a plant-based dietitian/nutritionist offering Zoom consultations for anyone interested in vegan, plant-based, and vegetarian diets. I can provide services to residents from Ontario, Alberta, and BC, and I provide an insurance receipt at the end of each session. I have extensive expertise in family nutrition, balanced plant-based diets, weight loss, sports nutrition, and more. You can find additional information about my other services on the website's service page, which is accessible from the main menu. Book a free 20-minute intro session to see how I can assist you; we can schedule either a phone call or a Zoom session.
I believe that successful nutrition therapy involves interaction between the mind and body.
If you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or restricted by food rules, I can help you improve your relationship with food. Working together will help you become more self-aware about food choices and help you build trust in your body and yourself. Ultimately, helping you have a positive, comfortable, and flexible eating experience.
I believe that successful nutrition therapy involves interaction between the mind and body.
If you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or restricted by food rules, I can help you improve your relationship with food. Working together will help you become more self-aware about food choices and help you build trust in your body and yourself. Ultimately, helping you have a positive, comfortable, and flexible eating experience.
With concerns about their current diet, lifestyle choices, or specific medical conditions, they are driven to provide the best start for their future child.
I rely on evidence-based strategies, working alongside your family doctor/fertility specialist. Nutrition-related blood work helps us ensure your levels are optimal for conception and healthy pregnancy. In our first session, we'll assess your needs and goals. Together, we'll create a personalized plan through nourishing foods and supplements if needed.
With concerns about their current diet, lifestyle choices, or specific medical conditions, they are driven to provide the best start for their future child.
I rely on evidence-based strategies, working alongside your family doctor/fertility specialist. Nutrition-related blood work helps us ensure your levels are optimal for conception and healthy pregnancy. In our first session, we'll assess your needs and goals. Together, we'll create a personalized plan through nourishing foods and supplements if needed.
Sana provides evidence-based nutrition counselling through an individualized coaching approach centered on a client’s unique needs and goals. She works closely with her clients to empower them to find a pattern of eating that will support their mental, emotional and physical wellbeing. Her core mission is to help people develop the fundamental skills for long-term behavior change. During your sessions with Sana, she will help you curate an eating plan that takes into account your goals, budget, lifestyle and food preferences. She is well versed in various cultural cuisines and will ensure that your cultural dietary needs/restriction
Sana provides evidence-based nutrition counselling through an individualized coaching approach centered on a client’s unique needs and goals. She works closely with her clients to empower them to find a pattern of eating that will support their mental, emotional and physical wellbeing. Her core mission is to help people develop the fundamental skills for long-term behavior change. During your sessions with Sana, she will help you curate an eating plan that takes into account your goals, budget, lifestyle and food preferences. She is well versed in various cultural cuisines and will ensure that your cultural dietary needs/restriction
As a Registered Dietitian specializing in sports nutrition and eating disorders, my approach is to optimize athletic performance, address disordered eating behaviors, and support individuals in achieving their goals, all while using intuitive and mindful eating approaches. Coming from a multicultural background and being an immigrant to Canada, I bring a unique perspective that recognizes and respects various dietary practices and cultural food traditions. Having gone through my own personal health journey, I vividly remember the first time I saw a registered dietitian myself and left feeling unheard.
As a Registered Dietitian specializing in sports nutrition and eating disorders, my approach is to optimize athletic performance, address disordered eating behaviors, and support individuals in achieving their goals, all while using intuitive and mindful eating approaches. Coming from a multicultural background and being an immigrant to Canada, I bring a unique perspective that recognizes and respects various dietary practices and cultural food traditions. Having gone through my own personal health journey, I vividly remember the first time I saw a registered dietitian myself and left feeling unheard.
I am a registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator who specializes in chronic kidney disease (CKD) and the owner of Kidney Nutrition. My team and I at Kidney Nutrition help those with CKD overcome the confusing world of nutrition so they can improve their kidney function.
I am a registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator who specializes in chronic kidney disease (CKD) and the owner of Kidney Nutrition. My team and I at Kidney Nutrition help those with CKD overcome the confusing world of nutrition so they can improve their kidney function.
I work with you to improve mental health and heal relationships with body and food through one-on-one nutrition therapy, whereby I offer tailored dietary strategies for individuals struggling with mental health and mood disorders, chaotic or restrictive eating patterns, binge eating, as well as weight loss/gain.
You’re tired of feeling stuck in a cycle of binge eating, food guilt, and all-or-nothing thinking. Healthy eating feels stressful and life is busy. Mental health challenges like ADHD, anxiety or depression may make it even more difficult to manage appetite, weight and diet. You want food freedom, balanced mood, and a body you feel at peace with. If so, you are not alone. With the right strategies that account for your unique neurobiology it’s possible to be in control of your mental health, relearn hunger & fullness cues, and feel like the best version of yourself. Empowerment starts by working with your mind, not against it.
I work with you to improve mental health and heal relationships with body and food through one-on-one nutrition therapy, whereby I offer tailored dietary strategies for individuals struggling with mental health and mood disorders, chaotic or restrictive eating patterns, binge eating, as well as weight loss/gain.
You’re tired of feeling stuck in a cycle of binge eating, food guilt, and all-or-nothing thinking. Healthy eating feels stressful and life is busy. Mental health challenges like ADHD, anxiety or depression may make it even more difficult to manage appetite, weight and diet. You want food freedom, balanced mood, and a body you feel at peace with. If so, you are not alone. With the right strategies that account for your unique neurobiology it’s possible to be in control of your mental health, relearn hunger & fullness cues, and feel like the best version of yourself. Empowerment starts by working with your mind, not against it.
I strive to make sure you feel heard and understood with your medical concerns.
Hi, I’m Julie! I'm a virtual Registered Dietitian, dedicated to PCOS & ADHD care. Featured on National Post, Globe & Mail, and rated five-stars on Lumino Health. I'm here to help improve your hormone balance + drop the food noise.
But let's get real, you don't need someone to just tell you what to eat. You need someone who also helps you with actually doing it (and not "fall off the wagon"). I help clients with strategies to manage food noise, cravings, dopamine-seeking, emotional eating, and stay organized with meals when you have ADHD.
I strive to make sure you feel heard and understood with your medical concerns.
Hi, I’m Julie! I'm a virtual Registered Dietitian, dedicated to PCOS & ADHD care. Featured on National Post, Globe & Mail, and rated five-stars on Lumino Health. I'm here to help improve your hormone balance + drop the food noise.
But let's get real, you don't need someone to just tell you what to eat. You need someone who also helps you with actually doing it (and not "fall off the wagon"). I help clients with strategies to manage food noise, cravings, dopamine-seeking, emotional eating, and stay organized with meals when you have ADHD.
Deep Cellular Dive Medical Nutrition Therapy : I focus on how nutrients, accompanied by a healthy diet, like omega-3s and antioxidants support health reducing inflammation, boosting brain function, and protecting against chronic diseases such as cardiovascular, renal and endocrine related conditions.
“As a registered dietitian with over 30 years of experience, my primary focus is on providing specialized nutrition care to clients managing complex health conditions. I am dedicated to helping those facing major organ complications, including renal, cardiac, gastrointestinal, and endocrine challenges, to navigate their unique nutritional needs effectively. With a keen interest in genetics, I also emphasize the role of personalized nutrition, understanding that genetic factors can significantly influence health outcomes."
Deep Cellular Dive Medical Nutrition Therapy : I focus on how nutrients, accompanied by a healthy diet, like omega-3s and antioxidants support health reducing inflammation, boosting brain function, and protecting against chronic diseases such as cardiovascular, renal and endocrine related conditions.
“As a registered dietitian with over 30 years of experience, my primary focus is on providing specialized nutrition care to clients managing complex health conditions. I am dedicated to helping those facing major organ complications, including renal, cardiac, gastrointestinal, and endocrine challenges, to navigate their unique nutritional needs effectively. With a keen interest in genetics, I also emphasize the role of personalized nutrition, understanding that genetic factors can significantly influence health outcomes."
My personal medical experiences have provided me with an even better understanding of ways I can help clients and meet them where they are at.
In private coaching we work together to create a customized strategy to help you gain more energy so you can spend more time doing the things you love and feeling like the best possible you! We will break long term goals into smaller goals so that you not only achieve your goals, but maintain these changes and results over the long term.
My personal medical experiences have provided me with an even better understanding of ways I can help clients and meet them where they are at.
In private coaching we work together to create a customized strategy to help you gain more energy so you can spend more time doing the things you love and feeling like the best possible you! We will break long term goals into smaller goals so that you not only achieve your goals, but maintain these changes and results over the long term.
That considers your personal goals as well as your medical diagnoses and family history?
I am a registered dietitian and cancer survivor and I am happy to use my personal experience and my professional skills to help you manage during cancer treatment as well as maximize your diet after treatment ends. I also specialize in weight management, lymphedema, lipedema and the use of intermittent fasting.
That considers your personal goals as well as your medical diagnoses and family history?
I am a registered dietitian and cancer survivor and I am happy to use my personal experience and my professional skills to help you manage during cancer treatment as well as maximize your diet after treatment ends. I also specialize in weight management, lymphedema, lipedema and the use of intermittent fasting.
Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) Nutritionists and Dietitians
What is medical nutrition therapy?
Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) involves the use of personalised dietary changes to prevent or manage chronic conditions. Typically conducted in an outpatient setting by a Registered Dietitian (RD), MNT aims to address specific health issues through tailored nutrition plans. Clients are often referred for MNT by healthcare professionals who identify conditions that could benefit from dietary and lifestyle modifications, such as diabetes, hypertension, or cardiovascular disease. The goal of MNT is to improve overall health outcomes by making adjustments to the client's diet based on their individual needs and medical conditions.
What conditions is medical nutrition therapy for?
Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) is often used for individuals with diseases caused or worsened by poor diet, such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, kidney disease, and cardiovascular diseases. However, other conditions can also benefit from nutrition therapy. MNT is typically not intended to replace other treatments, such as medication, but rather to complement them. By improving a person's overall diet and health, MNT aims to prevent the exacerbation of symptoms and complement other treatments.
Is medical nutrition therapy covered by insurance?
Medical nutrition therapy is frequently covered by insurance. However, insurance coverage can vary based on factors like your specific plan details, whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network provider, and whether you have a referral for nutrition services based on a medical diagnosis. While a referral is not required to see a dietitian or nutritionist, and many individuals independently seek nutritional support without prior medical advice, a referral from a primary care physician or another medical professional may be necessary to obtain coverage for medical nutrition services. In such cases, a referral is typically made for those who have been formally diagnosed with a medical condition requiring nutrition counseling, such as diabetes or hypertension. Coverage also depends on the type of nutrition service. Typically, insurance plans only cover services provided by a licensed Registered Dietitian (RD) and do not cover those offered by nutritionists or nutrition coaches without the RD credential. If nutrition services are not covered by your insurance, some dietitians and nutritionists may offer sliding scale rates or lower-cost services for clients who cannot afford their full fee.
What does medical nutrition therapy involve?
The approach a dietitian will take in a medical nutrition therapy session will depend on a number of factors, including what conditions the client has and what the goals of the client are. An initial session often involves an assessment of the client's overall health and current dietary intake; a dietitian may also speak with a client's medical doctor prior to or following a first session to obtain information on the medical condition(s) the client is seeking nutrition therapy counseling for. The dietitian will then work with the client to create goals of medical nutrition therapy sessions, such as weight loss, eating a more plant-based diet, or reducing sodium intake. Then, in ongoing sessions, the dietitian will work with the client to meet their stated goals. These ongoing sessions often include menu planning and coaching, which involve the dietitian working with the client to develop strategies for a healthier and more balanced diet. Dietitians may suggest recipes, put together grocery shopping lists, and/or recommend tracking one's intake in order to help clients make desired changes.