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Ann Silver
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, CDCES, CDN
East Hampton, NY 11937
Ann is an experienced Certified Diabetes Educator and Registered Dietitian Nutritionist treating mostly diabetes, eating disorders and weight issues, but is highly capable of addressing other nutritional concerns.
Meeting with Ann Silver to address your nutritional issues and goals involves allowing Ann a window into your life. Changing one's eating style or food choices is not only about selecting different foods but looking at all aspects of your life that impacts your eating. The questions that need to be explored are why do you eat, when do you eat, where do you eat, how do you eat, what do you eat and how much do you eat.
Ann is an experienced Certified Diabetes Educator and Registered Dietitian Nutritionist treating mostly diabetes, eating disorders and weight issues, but is highly capable of addressing other nutritional concerns.
Meeting with Ann Silver to address your nutritional issues and goals involves allowing Ann a window into your life. Changing one's eating style or food choices is not only about selecting different foods but looking at all aspects of your life that impacts your eating. The questions that need to be explored are why do you eat, when do you eat, where do you eat, how do you eat, what do you eat and how much do you eat.
(631) 284-4815 View (631) 284-4815
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Deborah A. Williams
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, CDN
Online Only
As a Registered Dietitian (RD, CDN), I help clients move beyond diets, confusion, and quick fixes into a sustainable, empowered relationship with food and body. My approach blends evidence-based nutrition with holistic practices rooted in neuroscience, mindset, and embodiment. Together, we uncover patterns that keep you stuck, calm the inner voice of doubt, and build trust in your body’s signals. Clients often arrive frustrated or disconnected; I guide them toward food freedom, body acceptance, and a clear, confident path to lasting wellness.
As a Registered Dietitian (RD, CDN), I help clients move beyond diets, confusion, and quick fixes into a sustainable, empowered relationship with food and body. My approach blends evidence-based nutrition with holistic practices rooted in neuroscience, mindset, and embodiment. Together, we uncover patterns that keep you stuck, calm the inner voice of doubt, and build trust in your body’s signals. Clients often arrive frustrated or disconnected; I guide them toward food freedom, body acceptance, and a clear, confident path to lasting wellness.
(631) 502-7972 View (631) 502-7972

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Nicole Barrato
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD
White Plains, NY 10604
Conditions Treated: Weight Management, Eating Disorders Diabetes, Heart Disease, Hypertension, High Cholesterol Gastrointestinal Disorders, Gastric Bypass Pre/Post Surgery, Food Allergies and Chronic Kidney Disease.
It is our goal to help fine tune your personal nutrition. Whether you want to lose or gain weight, help prevent or treat a disease, tackle a food allergy or just want to learn how to eat healthy, NutriGreene will create an individualized meal plan to help you reach your goals. We now accept a wide variety of insurance plans and have multiple locations across the state of NY and CT.
Conditions Treated: Weight Management, Eating Disorders Diabetes, Heart Disease, Hypertension, High Cholesterol Gastrointestinal Disorders, Gastric Bypass Pre/Post Surgery, Food Allergies and Chronic Kidney Disease.
It is our goal to help fine tune your personal nutrition. Whether you want to lose or gain weight, help prevent or treat a disease, tackle a food allergy or just want to learn how to eat healthy, NutriGreene will create an individualized meal plan to help you reach your goals. We now accept a wide variety of insurance plans and have multiple locations across the state of NY and CT.
(914) 601-1494 View (914) 601-1494
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Pro Nutrition Counseling PLLC- Asal Hakim RD CDN
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, CDN, CPT
Garden City, NY 11530
, is a known health practice that provides nutritional counseling and approaches weight loss & healthy weight weight management in the setting of pre/post bariatric surgery, diabetes, eating disorders, oncology, cardiovascular disease, autoimmune disease, gastrointestinal issues and other nutrition related diseases through patient-centered medical nutrition therapy & nutrition counseling.
Asal Hakim is a Registered Dietitian, Certified Dietitian Nutritionist, and CPT. Graduated Cum Laude from Queens College, The City University of New York. Practicing since 2013, Asal Hakim provides medical nutrition therapy and nutritional counseling for individuals with nutrition related health issues. Past work experience from hospital and rehab center.
, is a known health practice that provides nutritional counseling and approaches weight loss & healthy weight weight management in the setting of pre/post bariatric surgery, diabetes, eating disorders, oncology, cardiovascular disease, autoimmune disease, gastrointestinal issues and other nutrition related diseases through patient-centered medical nutrition therapy & nutrition counseling.
Asal Hakim is a Registered Dietitian, Certified Dietitian Nutritionist, and CPT. Graduated Cum Laude from Queens College, The City University of New York. Practicing since 2013, Asal Hakim provides medical nutrition therapy and nutritional counseling for individuals with nutrition related health issues. Past work experience from hospital and rehab center.
(516) 407-7475 View (516) 407-7475
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Rebecca Alcosser
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, CDN, CEDS
New York, NY 10007
Rebecca's ideal clients are those struggling with eating disorders Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating, Orthorexia, or ARFID—as well as dancers or athletes navigating performance pressure.
Rebecca is a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS) supporting eating disorder recovery and performance nutrition for dancers and athletes. With a weight-inclusive, all-foods-fit approach, she helps clients break free from food rules, heal body image, and find lasting peace with food, all through individual, sustainable, evidence based nutrition.
Rebecca's ideal clients are those struggling with eating disorders Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating, Orthorexia, or ARFID—as well as dancers or athletes navigating performance pressure.
Rebecca is a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS) supporting eating disorder recovery and performance nutrition for dancers and athletes. With a weight-inclusive, all-foods-fit approach, she helps clients break free from food rules, heal body image, and find lasting peace with food, all through individual, sustainable, evidence based nutrition.
(332) 264-5969 View (332) 264-5969
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Isabelle Carren-Le Sauter
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, CDN
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10022
I specialize in treating eating disorders, disordered eating, and body image issues, particularly for LGBTQ, neurodivergent, and chronically ill individuals.
I’m Isabelle, a Registered Dietitian and founder of Nourished Roots Nutrition, offering highly personalized, identity-affirming support for eating disorder recovery. I specialize in working with LGBTQ+, neurodivergent, and individuals navigating chronic pain. My clients are thoughtful, accomplished, and ready for a liberatory path to healing. As a queer, neurodivergent, fat clinician, I deeply understand the exhaustion of navigating systems that weren’t made for you. If you have experienced care that didn't honor your experience, it is not your fault. You are not broken — you are also not alone.
I specialize in treating eating disorders, disordered eating, and body image issues, particularly for LGBTQ, neurodivergent, and chronically ill individuals.
I’m Isabelle, a Registered Dietitian and founder of Nourished Roots Nutrition, offering highly personalized, identity-affirming support for eating disorder recovery. I specialize in working with LGBTQ+, neurodivergent, and individuals navigating chronic pain. My clients are thoughtful, accomplished, and ready for a liberatory path to healing. As a queer, neurodivergent, fat clinician, I deeply understand the exhaustion of navigating systems that weren’t made for you. If you have experienced care that didn't honor your experience, it is not your fault. You are not broken — you are also not alone.
(347) 801-2471 View (347) 801-2471
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Leslie Anders
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MSc, RDN, CDN
Hartsdale, NY 10530
I specialize in nutrition counseling for adults, adolescents and children regarding weight control, eating disorders, cholesterol abnormalities, auto-immune conditions, hypertension, diabetes, irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease, pre/post bariatric surgery counseling, food allergies/ sensitivities, and a number of additional medical conditions.
I assess a patient's medical history, blood/lab values, medications, and conduct weight/height, body composition, BMI and then carefully review their food,exercise and lifestyle details. Each patient is taught nutrition fundamentals and receive an individualized plan that is designed to be easily implemented in his/her daily routine .
I specialize in nutrition counseling for adults, adolescents and children regarding weight control, eating disorders, cholesterol abnormalities, auto-immune conditions, hypertension, diabetes, irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease, pre/post bariatric surgery counseling, food allergies/ sensitivities, and a number of additional medical conditions.
I assess a patient's medical history, blood/lab values, medications, and conduct weight/height, body composition, BMI and then carefully review their food,exercise and lifestyle details. Each patient is taught nutrition fundamentals and receive an individualized plan that is designed to be easily implemented in his/her daily routine .
(914) 269-8948 View (914) 269-8948
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Lindsay Krasna
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MA, EdM, RD, CDN
2 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11215
Most of the individuals I work with are in recovery from an eating disorder, and/or looking to heal a complicated relationship with food. I find tremendous reward in the process of collaborating with my clients and helping them find a more ease with eating and confidence in their bodies. My nutrition counseling style is warm, creative and compassionate. In our work together, you can expect a non-judgmental space, invitations to unpack internalized diet culture beliefs, and tailored guidance focused on cultivating behaviors that promote genuine well-being and better quality of life around food and body.
Most of the individuals I work with are in recovery from an eating disorder, and/or looking to heal a complicated relationship with food. I find tremendous reward in the process of collaborating with my clients and helping them find a more ease with eating and confidence in their bodies. My nutrition counseling style is warm, creative and compassionate. In our work together, you can expect a non-judgmental space, invitations to unpack internalized diet culture beliefs, and tailored guidance focused on cultivating behaviors that promote genuine well-being and better quality of life around food and body.
(929) 323-2505 View (929) 323-2505
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Maiken Wiese
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, CDN
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11211
Wiese Nutrition is a weight inclusive and LGBTQ+ affirming nutrition practice that believes folks deserve care that addresses their mental and physical health needs, regardless of body size. We are made up of New York Eating Disorder Dietitians and Brooklyn Eating Disorder Dietitians with experience in treatment programs as well as outpatient treatment for folks in recovery or folks wanting to get off the fad dieting cycle. We provide in person and virtual one-to-one nutrition counseling and have in person availability in our Williamsburg, Brooklyn location.
Wiese Nutrition is a weight inclusive and LGBTQ+ affirming nutrition practice that believes folks deserve care that addresses their mental and physical health needs, regardless of body size. We are made up of New York Eating Disorder Dietitians and Brooklyn Eating Disorder Dietitians with experience in treatment programs as well as outpatient treatment for folks in recovery or folks wanting to get off the fad dieting cycle. We provide in person and virtual one-to-one nutrition counseling and have in person availability in our Williamsburg, Brooklyn location.
(646) 466-4783 View (646) 466-4783
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Andie Stone
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, CDN
White Plains, NY 10603
My name is Andie and I am a registered dietitian specializing in intuitive eating, eating disorders and disordered eating, pediatric nutrition, and general nutrition and wellness.
Whether you're seeking support in eating disorder recovery, healing your relationship with food so eating doesn't feel stressful, improving your half-marathon time, or just wanting to learn how to best nourish yourself, I'm excited to support you! I also provide medical nutrition therapy for different diagnoses, including diabetes and elevated cholesterol.
My name is Andie and I am a registered dietitian specializing in intuitive eating, eating disorders and disordered eating, pediatric nutrition, and general nutrition and wellness.
Whether you're seeking support in eating disorder recovery, healing your relationship with food so eating doesn't feel stressful, improving your half-marathon time, or just wanting to learn how to best nourish yourself, I'm excited to support you! I also provide medical nutrition therapy for different diagnoses, including diabetes and elevated cholesterol.
(914) 534-3971 View (914) 534-3971
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Gabriela Barreto
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, CDN, CSSD
Long Beach, NY 11561
I am a Board Certified Sports Dietitian specializing in performance nutrition and eating disorders.
I provide concierge online nutrition counseling and meal planning help implement nutrition practices to help you reach your needs while we heal together. My programs offer contact throughout the week with clients, parents, trainers and coaches to provide a comprehensive approach.
I am a Board Certified Sports Dietitian specializing in performance nutrition and eating disorders.
I provide concierge online nutrition counseling and meal planning help implement nutrition practices to help you reach your needs while we heal together. My programs offer contact throughout the week with clients, parents, trainers and coaches to provide a comprehensive approach.
(516) 928-4358 View (516) 928-4358
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Lellieth Keize
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, CDCES
New Rochelle, NY 10801
Struggling with diabetes, weight, or digestive issues? I help clients uncover the root causes of symptoms—like inflammation, hormone imbalance, or gut dysfunction—and create personalized, sustainable plans that fit real life. With 16+ years as an RDN and CDCES, I guide you with evidence‑based, functional nutrition so you can lower A1C, improve digestion, boost energy, and feel confident in your health again.
Struggling with diabetes, weight, or digestive issues? I help clients uncover the root causes of symptoms—like inflammation, hormone imbalance, or gut dysfunction—and create personalized, sustainable plans that fit real life. With 16+ years as an RDN and CDCES, I guide you with evidence‑based, functional nutrition so you can lower A1C, improve digestion, boost energy, and feel confident in your health again.
(475) 258-8349 View (475) 258-8349
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Julia Vukicevic
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, CDN, CEDRD-S
1 Endorsed
Scarsdale, NY 10583
As a Certified Eating Disorders Registered Dietitian utilizing a Health at Every Size (R) approach, I believe that you deserve to experience peace with food and rediscover trust in your body.
I work with adults and adolescents, offering virtual 1-on-1 counseling, nutrition therapy, and family counseling. I collaborate closely with other treatment providers to best support you in achieving your individual goals. By letting go of rigid food rules and rediscovering pleasure, you will learn to nourish your body in a way that works for you, for life.
As a Certified Eating Disorders Registered Dietitian utilizing a Health at Every Size (R) approach, I believe that you deserve to experience peace with food and rediscover trust in your body.
I work with adults and adolescents, offering virtual 1-on-1 counseling, nutrition therapy, and family counseling. I collaborate closely with other treatment providers to best support you in achieving your individual goals. By letting go of rigid food rules and rediscovering pleasure, you will learn to nourish your body in a way that works for you, for life.
(914) 618-5657 View (914) 618-5657
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Rebecca Tolan Cruse
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, CDN
Massapequa, NY 11758
Rebecca is a Registered Dietitian with a passion for helping others develop a deeper, realistic understanding of nutrition concepts. Rebecca’s counseling style is compassionate and exploratory. She feels strongly there is no one-size-fits-all approach to nutrition, and finds most success through a collaborative approach. Rebecca practices from a weight-neutral and functional lens, always searching for the root causes of her patient’s symptoms.
Rebecca is a Registered Dietitian with a passion for helping others develop a deeper, realistic understanding of nutrition concepts. Rebecca’s counseling style is compassionate and exploratory. She feels strongly there is no one-size-fits-all approach to nutrition, and finds most success through a collaborative approach. Rebecca practices from a weight-neutral and functional lens, always searching for the root causes of her patient’s symptoms.
(914) 825-6699 View (914) 825-6699
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Vivian Moran
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, CNS, CDN, MBA
Yonkers, NY 10701
As a Metabolic Health & Habit Systems Specialist, I help clients address weight resistance, diabetes, digestive concerns, food sensitivities, and eating disorders by restoring metabolic balance and building habits that fit real life.
Do you feel like you’re doing everything right, but your weight, energy, digestion, or blood sugar still aren’t where they should be? Many people I work with are frustrated. They’ve tried diets, seen specialists, and tried to be healthy, yet their body doesn’t respond the way it once did. Often the issue isn’t willpower. Your metabolism may simply need the right support. Together we make small, simple changes to the food & lifestyle choices you make daily—guided by science, & tailored to your body. My clients report sustainable weight loss, steadier energy, improved digestion, blood sugar balance, strong bones, & renewed confidence.
As a Metabolic Health & Habit Systems Specialist, I help clients address weight resistance, diabetes, digestive concerns, food sensitivities, and eating disorders by restoring metabolic balance and building habits that fit real life.
Do you feel like you’re doing everything right, but your weight, energy, digestion, or blood sugar still aren’t where they should be? Many people I work with are frustrated. They’ve tried diets, seen specialists, and tried to be healthy, yet their body doesn’t respond the way it once did. Often the issue isn’t willpower. Your metabolism may simply need the right support. Together we make small, simple changes to the food & lifestyle choices you make daily—guided by science, & tailored to your body. My clients report sustainable weight loss, steadier energy, improved digestion, blood sugar balance, strong bones, & renewed confidence.
(914) 506-4781 View (914) 506-4781
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Lana Zinger
Nutritionist/Dietitian, EdD, RD, CHES
Whitestone, NY 11357
She is a Registered Dietitian with many years of clinical experience including obesity, diabetes, cancer, heart disease, eating disorders.
Dr. Zinger offers a complete prescription for optimal health. She treats clients from the latest nutrition and exercise science. Safety and long term results vs. dangerous diets and weight cycling! She has been successful in treating clients through a holistic approach without medicine or diet deprivation.
She is a Registered Dietitian with many years of clinical experience including obesity, diabetes, cancer, heart disease, eating disorders.
Dr. Zinger offers a complete prescription for optimal health. She treats clients from the latest nutrition and exercise science. Safety and long term results vs. dangerous diets and weight cycling! She has been successful in treating clients through a holistic approach without medicine or diet deprivation.
(646) 362-7135 View (646) 362-7135
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Nutrition Improvement Center
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, CEDS, CAI
Pomona, NY 10970
Iris Epstein, a registered dietitian and founder of the Nutrition Improvement Center, specializing in eating disorders.
Known for individualized support, Iris is committed to long-term well-being. Iris empowers clients and families to overcome obstacles and thrive. She creates a safe, supportive environment for healing for the whole family. Her mission is to guide clients and families to balanced, fulfilling lives with renewed health and confidence.
Iris Epstein, a registered dietitian and founder of the Nutrition Improvement Center, specializing in eating disorders.
Known for individualized support, Iris is committed to long-term well-being. Iris empowers clients and families to overcome obstacles and thrive. She creates a safe, supportive environment for healing for the whole family. Her mission is to guide clients and families to balanced, fulfilling lives with renewed health and confidence.
(845) 262-6677 View (845) 262-6677
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Dr. Lisa Young Nutrition
Nutritionist/Dietitian, PhD, RDN, CDN, LDN
New York, NY 10028
Do you want to eat healthier, lose weight, or simply feel better? Yes, it's possible and I can help you. I am an internationally recognized registered dietitian nutritionist, adjunct professor at NYU, & author of Finally Full, Finally Slim & The Portion Teller Plan. I counsel adults, children and families on weight loss, a range of medical nutrition issues, wellness, and behavior modification (VIRTUAL appointments available.) I design individualized programs unique to YOU based on your health & medical needs, lifestyle, and food preferences. As a seasoned professional, I focus on the whole person, integrating mind, body and spirit.
Do you want to eat healthier, lose weight, or simply feel better? Yes, it's possible and I can help you. I am an internationally recognized registered dietitian nutritionist, adjunct professor at NYU, & author of Finally Full, Finally Slim & The Portion Teller Plan. I counsel adults, children and families on weight loss, a range of medical nutrition issues, wellness, and behavior modification (VIRTUAL appointments available.) I design individualized programs unique to YOU based on your health & medical needs, lifestyle, and food preferences. As a seasoned professional, I focus on the whole person, integrating mind, body and spirit.
(347) 970-8559 View (347) 970-8559
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Megan Fahey
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, IFNCP
Scarsdale, NY 10583
Hello! I’m Megan Fahey, MS, RD, IFNCP, RYT 200 a Registered Dietitian, Functional Medicine Nutritionist and Registered Yoga Teacher. My private practice, located between Palm Beach & NY, was founded to help women heal their relationships with food and free patterns of disordered eating. My nutrition sessions artfully blend eastern and western healing modalities. I believe that every person deserves to transform their relationship with food into the fullest expression of self-care. As a frequent traveler, avid reader, and amateur chef, I have an endless curiosity about the intersection between nature and culture.
Hello! I’m Megan Fahey, MS, RD, IFNCP, RYT 200 a Registered Dietitian, Functional Medicine Nutritionist and Registered Yoga Teacher. My private practice, located between Palm Beach & NY, was founded to help women heal their relationships with food and free patterns of disordered eating. My nutrition sessions artfully blend eastern and western healing modalities. I believe that every person deserves to transform their relationship with food into the fullest expression of self-care. As a frequent traveler, avid reader, and amateur chef, I have an endless curiosity about the intersection between nature and culture.
(561) 349-4674 View (561) 349-4674
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Roberta Gershner
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, CDN
Ossining, NY 10562
While I care for patients with the full-range of nutritional needs, I am sought out for my expertise in managing GI problems (Crohn's and Ulcerative Colitis, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Celiac Disease and Diverticulitis), Heart Disease, Diabetes, Kidney Diseases, Weight Management, Women's and Pediatric Health, Eating Disorders, Pre-natal Nutrition and Vegetarian Diets..
Are you looking for an experienced Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist in Westchester County who can customize an eating plan for your unique needs, whether it's to Lose Weight, provide Medical Nutrition Therapy for many diseases (like Diabetes, Renal Disease, Heart Disease) or just Feel Better and Prevent Disease? I can help you make changes to your diet and help you PLAN how to implement the changes in a way that's practical for YOU. I factor many things into my recommendations-- your lifestyle, demands on your time, food likes and dislikes, meal preparation abilities and interests, and the support you need!
While I care for patients with the full-range of nutritional needs, I am sought out for my expertise in managing GI problems (Crohn's and Ulcerative Colitis, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Celiac Disease and Diverticulitis), Heart Disease, Diabetes, Kidney Diseases, Weight Management, Women's and Pediatric Health, Eating Disorders, Pre-natal Nutrition and Vegetarian Diets..
Are you looking for an experienced Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist in Westchester County who can customize an eating plan for your unique needs, whether it's to Lose Weight, provide Medical Nutrition Therapy for many diseases (like Diabetes, Renal Disease, Heart Disease) or just Feel Better and Prevent Disease? I can help you make changes to your diet and help you PLAN how to implement the changes in a way that's practical for YOU. I factor many things into my recommendations-- your lifestyle, demands on your time, food likes and dislikes, meal preparation abilities and interests, and the support you need!
(914) 215-1228 View (914) 215-1228
Eating Disorders Nutritionists and Dietitians
What are the most common types of eating disorders?
The most common types of eating disorders include anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, and avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID). Individuals may also be diagnosed with "other specified feeding or eating disorder" (OSFED), which is a type of eating disorder diagnosed when a client does not meet the full criteria for anorexia, bulimia, or binge eating disorder but still experiences significant distress related to eating.

What diet is best for eating disorder recovery?
Because eating disorders vary widely in symptoms and severity, there is no single best diet for recovery. While not all individuals with eating disorders are underweight and require weight gain during recovery, those who do may particularly benefit from consuming balanced meals on a more structured schedule. This approach helps establish a regular eating pattern and regulate hunger cues. In general, eating disorder dietitians recommend that clients focus on improving their overall relationship with food and eliminating certain "food rules," while also ensuring they consume an appropriate amount. For example, clients with anorexia nervosa often have significant fears surrounding the consumption of high-calorie foods; dietitians may encourage these clients to include such foods in their diet in a balanced manner to help facilitate recovery and achieve a more normalized state of eating. Conversely, clients with bulimia or binge eating disorder may benefit from a diet that avoids foods that are particularly triggering for them to binge on. Many clients with eating disorders benefit from seeing a dietitian who specializes in eating disorders in order to ensure that their diet meets their specific recovery-related needs.

How are eating disorders treated?
Eating disorder treatment often involves a multidisciplinary team of clinicians working together to address the various aspects of the condition. A physician typically monitors physical changes and health problems, a therapist addresses underlying thoughts and emotions, and a dietitian develops a plan to help the patient achieve and maintain a healthy weight. While most individuals can be treated in an outpatient setting, some may require more intensive care provided by residential or inpatient facilities. In addition, early intervention for disordered eating can significantly increase the likelihood of a successful recovery, and ongoing support and monitoring are also crucial to prevent relapse and sustain progress.

How do dietitians help people with eating disorders?
Nutrition counseling is a crucial component of eating disorder recovery, and dietitians play a vital role in this process. They help clients develop personalized meal plans to meet their nutritional goals, which is particularly beneficial for those who need to gain weight after periods of food restriction. Dietitians also encourage healthier eating patterns by helping clients incorporate foods they may have previously avoided due to eating disorder behaviors. Additionally, eating disorder dietitians often collaborate with other members of the client's care team, such as medical doctors, psychiatrists, and therapists, to provide comprehensive support. This multidisciplinary approach is especially important for clients with medical conditions related to their eating disorder, such as heart issues or electrolyte imbalances, which require close supervision by a medical doctor in coordination with a dietitian.