Gastrointestinal (GI) Nutritionists and Dietitians in 20742
I am a white, queer, registered dietitian (RDN) and certified Intuitive Eating Counselor with extensive experience in food justice, trauma-aware counseling, and embodiment coaching. I am passionate about helping clients cultivate more connected, easeful relationships with food and their bodies. Whether you're seeking to heal from an eating disorder, manage a health condition, or generally nourish your body with more care, trust, and respect, I welcome the opportunity to work with you towards your personal goals.
I am a white, queer, registered dietitian (RDN) and certified Intuitive Eating Counselor with extensive experience in food justice, trauma-aware counseling, and embodiment coaching. I am passionate about helping clients cultivate more connected, easeful relationships with food and their bodies. Whether you're seeking to heal from an eating disorder, manage a health condition, or generally nourish your body with more care, trust, and respect, I welcome the opportunity to work with you towards your personal goals.
We also has experience in diabetes management, PCOS, GI issues, sports nutrition, cardiovascular health and pediatric nutrition.
Be Healthy Nutrition Consulting is a group practice of 12 dietitians who specialize in eating disorders. We are committed to helping people overcome their struggles with food. We has extensive experience in the field of eating disorders and we believe that all individuals are worthy of recovery. Our dietitians provide a non-judgmental environment while promoting self-compassion and we use a Health at Every Size (HAES) approach.
We also has experience in diabetes management, PCOS, GI issues, sports nutrition, cardiovascular health and pediatric nutrition.
Be Healthy Nutrition Consulting is a group practice of 12 dietitians who specialize in eating disorders. We are committed to helping people overcome their struggles with food. We has extensive experience in the field of eating disorders and we believe that all individuals are worthy of recovery. Our dietitians provide a non-judgmental environment while promoting self-compassion and we use a Health at Every Size (HAES) approach.
More Dietitians and Nutritionists Nearby
Are you struggling with tummy troubles? Chronic constipation, diarrhea, abdominal pain? You've seen a gastroenterologist and been told that everything is "normal." Have you been told you have fibromyalgia but not experienced any relief? Is your child an extreme picky eater, and you feel you may pull your hair out trying to get them to eat? Have you or a loved one been placed on a feeding tube with no direction on how to manage outside of the hospital? No help with optimizing nutrition status and getting the best nourishment?
Are you struggling with tummy troubles? Chronic constipation, diarrhea, abdominal pain? You've seen a gastroenterologist and been told that everything is "normal." Have you been told you have fibromyalgia but not experienced any relief? Is your child an extreme picky eater, and you feel you may pull your hair out trying to get them to eat? Have you or a loved one been placed on a feeding tube with no direction on how to manage outside of the hospital? No help with optimizing nutrition status and getting the best nourishment?
Over the years she has found a deep connection working with co-morbid health challenges that many times accompany disordered eating such as gastrointestinal conditions, Crohn’s Disease, and Hormonal Imbalances.
Helena is a Board-Certified Nutrition Specialist and a Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist. She has her Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Nutrition Sciences from The George Washington University and Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition. In addition to Helena’s nutritional expertise, she has also completed her 200-hour registered yoga teacher certification.
Over the years she has found a deep connection working with co-morbid health challenges that many times accompany disordered eating such as gastrointestinal conditions, Crohn’s Disease, and Hormonal Imbalances.
Helena is a Board-Certified Nutrition Specialist and a Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist. She has her Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Nutrition Sciences from The George Washington University and Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition. In addition to Helena’s nutritional expertise, she has also completed her 200-hour registered yoga teacher certification.
I also have experience in many GI ( gastrointestinal) conditions such as IBS (Irritable bowel syndrome), IBD (Inflammatory bowel disorder), gastroparesis and functional GI disorders.
Are you ready to make a quantum leap in your health and well-being? Are you looking to lose weight and feel more fit and focused? Are you looking to develop a more mindful and self-compassionate approach to your nutritional needs? Are you looking for an experienced and patient nutritionist whose work is grounded in the principles of functional and integrative medicine? Are you ready to take a holistic whole-person approach to your health challenges? Whether you are struggling with excess weight, disordered eating, an eating disorder, diabetes, chronic fatigue or a mood disorder, I am here to help you improve your health.
I also have experience in many GI ( gastrointestinal) conditions such as IBS (Irritable bowel syndrome), IBD (Inflammatory bowel disorder), gastroparesis and functional GI disorders.
Are you ready to make a quantum leap in your health and well-being? Are you looking to lose weight and feel more fit and focused? Are you looking to develop a more mindful and self-compassionate approach to your nutritional needs? Are you looking for an experienced and patient nutritionist whose work is grounded in the principles of functional and integrative medicine? Are you ready to take a holistic whole-person approach to your health challenges? Whether you are struggling with excess weight, disordered eating, an eating disorder, diabetes, chronic fatigue or a mood disorder, I am here to help you improve your health.
Rebecca Bitzer Dietitians for Every Condition
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LD, CEDRD
Greenbelt, MD 20770
Concerned about inflammation, diabetes, digestive issues or eating disorders?
Located in Greenbelt, Columbia, Rockville and Annapolis, we are able to serve you across the state of Maryland. Additionally, phone and virtual counseling appointments are available. We will join you in your journey to decrease the stress involved with eating, and create a food plan that is sustainable, easy and enjoyable for life.
Concerned about inflammation, diabetes, digestive issues or eating disorders?
Located in Greenbelt, Columbia, Rockville and Annapolis, we are able to serve you across the state of Maryland. Additionally, phone and virtual counseling appointments are available. We will join you in your journey to decrease the stress involved with eating, and create a food plan that is sustainable, easy and enjoyable for life.
Southern Maryland Dietitian: Lisa Hugh + Team
Nutritionist/Dietitian, DHA, MSHS, RD, LDN
White Plains, MD 20695
At Southern Maryland Dietitian it is understood that one diet, meal plan, or program does not fit all. That is why all services are highly individualized. There are no pre- packaged programs. Nutrition Counseling is available for children and adults. Our providers are in network with many insurance plans. Many of our patients have zero out of pocket costs.
At Southern Maryland Dietitian it is understood that one diet, meal plan, or program does not fit all. That is why all services are highly individualized. There are no pre- packaged programs. Nutrition Counseling is available for children and adults. Our providers are in network with many insurance plans. Many of our patients have zero out of pocket costs.
If you're living with gastrointestinal issues such as IBS, Crohns disease, reflux, bloating, colitis, IBD, diverticulitis, pancreatitis, food sensitivities and GI cancers I can help you to find relief from your symptoms.
I'm passionate about working with clients individually and setting realistic nutrition goals. This leads to success with clients feeling healthy, energetic and symptom-free. I help my clients to understand their diagnosis while maintaining and encouraging a healthy relationship with food.
If you're living with gastrointestinal issues such as IBS, Crohns disease, reflux, bloating, colitis, IBD, diverticulitis, pancreatitis, food sensitivities and GI cancers I can help you to find relief from your symptoms.
I'm passionate about working with clients individually and setting realistic nutrition goals. This leads to success with clients feeling healthy, energetic and symptom-free. I help my clients to understand their diagnosis while maintaining and encouraging a healthy relationship with food.
Jessica’s ideal clients are individuals seeking support with diabetes management, heart health, healthy aging, and overall wellness. Many come to her feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to improve their health in a sustainable way. Using an integrative, functional medicine approach, Jessica helps clients understand how food choices affect how they feel, identify possible root causes, and build a realistic plan that supports lasting progress.
Jessica’s ideal clients are individuals seeking support with diabetes management, heart health, healthy aging, and overall wellness. Many come to her feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to improve their health in a sustainable way. Using an integrative, functional medicine approach, Jessica helps clients understand how food choices affect how they feel, identify possible root causes, and build a realistic plan that supports lasting progress.
Being a Registered Dietitian that specializes in digestive disorders, I can help bring clarity to your situation and make eating easier.
As a LEAP therapist, I can help you solve your digestive difficulties & additional symptoms. Together we will investigate the root cause of symptoms vs only treating symptoms. I offer a functional approach to nutrition in order to achieve your ultimate goal, which may include specialized testing such as a stool test or micronutrient testing.
Being a Registered Dietitian that specializes in digestive disorders, I can help bring clarity to your situation and make eating easier.
As a LEAP therapist, I can help you solve your digestive difficulties & additional symptoms. Together we will investigate the root cause of symptoms vs only treating symptoms. I offer a functional approach to nutrition in order to achieve your ultimate goal, which may include specialized testing such as a stool test or micronutrient testing.
Dr. Heard is a Licensed and Board Certified Doctor of Clinical & Functional Nutrition, and Certified Nutrition Specialist. She coaches women who want to improve their health and wellness. Dr. Heard has many years of experience working with people who have a wide range of health conditions. She primarily works with women ages 18+
Dr. Heard is a Licensed and Board Certified Doctor of Clinical & Functional Nutrition, and Certified Nutrition Specialist. She coaches women who want to improve their health and wellness. Dr. Heard has many years of experience working with people who have a wide range of health conditions. She primarily works with women ages 18+
You might feel like you’ve tried every diet, every plan, every reset, but still feel stuck. Maybe you’re constantly thinking about food, swinging between feeling in control and overwhelmed. You’re tired of the guilt, the spirals, and the all-or-nothing mindset. Physically, you might be dealing with bloating, fatigue, or hormone concerns, and wondering if it’s possible to care for your health without being on the constant merry go round of trying things and then giving up. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Healing is possible, and it doesn’t have to be exhausting.
You might feel like you’ve tried every diet, every plan, every reset, but still feel stuck. Maybe you’re constantly thinking about food, swinging between feeling in control and overwhelmed. You’re tired of the guilt, the spirals, and the all-or-nothing mindset. Physically, you might be dealing with bloating, fatigue, or hormone concerns, and wondering if it’s possible to care for your health without being on the constant merry go round of trying things and then giving up. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Healing is possible, and it doesn’t have to be exhausting.
Manal Qadeer, MS, RD, LDN is a trauma-informed registered dietitian who helps clients heal their relationship with food and their bodies through a compassionate, collaborative approach. With over six years of experience in both nutrition and mental health settings, she specializes in supporting individuals navigating anxiety, trauma, disordered eating, and the emotional side of nourishment.
Manal’s philosophy is grounded in Health at Every Size, All Foods Fit, and the belief that every body is a good body. She creates a safe, judgment-free space where you can feel truly heard, understood, and empowered to move at your own pace tow
Manal Qadeer, MS, RD, LDN is a trauma-informed registered dietitian who helps clients heal their relationship with food and their bodies through a compassionate, collaborative approach. With over six years of experience in both nutrition and mental health settings, she specializes in supporting individuals navigating anxiety, trauma, disordered eating, and the emotional side of nourishment.
Manal’s philosophy is grounded in Health at Every Size, All Foods Fit, and the belief that every body is a good body. She creates a safe, judgment-free space where you can feel truly heard, understood, and empowered to move at your own pace tow
If you’ve been dealing with ongoing gut issues, hormone changes, or chronic symptoms and feel like you’re not getting real answers, you’re not alone—and you’re not imagining it.
I’m a Clinical Nutritionist, and I specialize in helping people understand what’s actually going on in their body so they can feel better in a way that’s realistic and sustainable. My work focuses on digestive health, hormonal imbalances, and chronic conditions that often don’t show up clearly on standard labs but still have a real impact on your daily life.
If you’ve been dealing with ongoing gut issues, hormone changes, or chronic symptoms and feel like you’re not getting real answers, you’re not alone—and you’re not imagining it.
I’m a Clinical Nutritionist, and I specialize in helping people understand what’s actually going on in their body so they can feel better in a way that’s realistic and sustainable. My work focuses on digestive health, hormonal imbalances, and chronic conditions that often don’t show up clearly on standard labs but still have a real impact on your daily life.
I help busy people make sense of nutrition by optimizing their digestion and healing their gut.
Food is used as the basis of every plan, however lifestyle changes and nutraceuticals may also be recommended. In addition to my personalized plans, I have created Weigh to Win, a corporate weight management program that focuses on reversing the root causes of weight gain. This plan is currently presented twice a year and is open for new corporate clients.
I help busy people make sense of nutrition by optimizing their digestion and healing their gut.
Food is used as the basis of every plan, however lifestyle changes and nutraceuticals may also be recommended. In addition to my personalized plans, I have created Weigh to Win, a corporate weight management program that focuses on reversing the root causes of weight gain. This plan is currently presented twice a year and is open for new corporate clients.
She also provides support for those with co-occurring conditions with particular interest in diabetes, gastrointestinal issues and mood/anxiety concerns.
She has extensive experience working in all levels of eating disorder care including residential, partial hospitalization, and outpatient care. She helps broaden their idea of what health really is. Holly wants to empower her clients to gain more autonomy and empowerment around their food decisions.
She also provides support for those with co-occurring conditions with particular interest in diabetes, gastrointestinal issues and mood/anxiety concerns.
She has extensive experience working in all levels of eating disorder care including residential, partial hospitalization, and outpatient care. She helps broaden their idea of what health really is. Holly wants to empower her clients to gain more autonomy and empowerment around their food decisions.
I want to start by saying that working on your health and wellness takes time. Society has programmed us into thinking that things should happen quickly. This way of thinking has put a lot of pressure on us and then we feel bad about ourselves when it doesn’t happen that way. Working on our health and wellness is a lifelong journey. I use Clinical Nutrition to support the whole body including (but not limited to) digestion, fatigue, inflammation, and mental health. I also help people develop a better relationship with food.
I want to start by saying that working on your health and wellness takes time. Society has programmed us into thinking that things should happen quickly. This way of thinking has put a lot of pressure on us and then we feel bad about ourselves when it doesn’t happen that way. Working on our health and wellness is a lifelong journey. I use Clinical Nutrition to support the whole body including (but not limited to) digestion, fatigue, inflammation, and mental health. I also help people develop a better relationship with food.
Victoria specializes in, but is not limited to weight management, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, GI disorders, food sensitivities, disordered eating, mental health and pre- and post menopausal symptoms.
Victoria W. Goodman, DSC,RD,LDN,CLT is a registered dietitian and nutrition therapist with a private practice in Pennsylvania and Maryland. Not only is Victoria accomplished in the science of medical nutrition therapy, she is passionate about promoting healthy dietary and lifestyle changes and has helped a diverse group of clients obtain their individual goals. A functional and holistic approach in accordance to medical needs and food presences help to support her mission.
Victoria specializes in, but is not limited to weight management, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, GI disorders, food sensitivities, disordered eating, mental health and pre- and post menopausal symptoms.
Victoria W. Goodman, DSC,RD,LDN,CLT is a registered dietitian and nutrition therapist with a private practice in Pennsylvania and Maryland. Not only is Victoria accomplished in the science of medical nutrition therapy, she is passionate about promoting healthy dietary and lifestyle changes and has helped a diverse group of clients obtain their individual goals. A functional and holistic approach in accordance to medical needs and food presences help to support her mission.
Most of my clients come to me to lose weight, but often we discover other health issues that are causing the weight issues, such as, chronic inflammation, chronic stress, toxic overload, and gastrointestinal issues, such as, poor digestion and absorption of foods.
I love to empower people to take charge of their own health outcomes through nutrition, stress management, sleep, movement, and mind-body connection. I believe in lifestyle-based therapies because it is the things we do everyday that make the greatest impact on our health. I offer support, guidance, education, and accountability for each one of my clients.
Most of my clients come to me to lose weight, but often we discover other health issues that are causing the weight issues, such as, chronic inflammation, chronic stress, toxic overload, and gastrointestinal issues, such as, poor digestion and absorption of foods.
I love to empower people to take charge of their own health outcomes through nutrition, stress management, sleep, movement, and mind-body connection. I believe in lifestyle-based therapies because it is the things we do everyday that make the greatest impact on our health. I offer support, guidance, education, and accountability for each one of my clients.
I love helping clients with weight management, digestive health, and chronic diseases like prediabetes, hypertension, and high cholesterol.
My mission is to simplify nutrition and empower clients with practical tools they can use long term. In client meetings I offer a personalized and supportive approach that makes healthy eating habits feel achievable, satisfying, and tailored to YOUR lifestyle.
I love helping clients with weight management, digestive health, and chronic diseases like prediabetes, hypertension, and high cholesterol.
My mission is to simplify nutrition and empower clients with practical tools they can use long term. In client meetings I offer a personalized and supportive approach that makes healthy eating habits feel achievable, satisfying, and tailored to YOUR lifestyle.
Gastrointestinal (GI) Nutritionists and Dietitians
What is gut health?
Gut health refers to the overall functioning and well-being of the gastrointestinal (GI) system. Key to gut health is the gut microbiome, which is the collection of healthy bacteria living in the gut. These bacteria are essential for the digestion and breakdown of food, and their health significantly impacts digestion. Poor gut health can result in symptoms such as bloating, gas, diarrhea, constipation, and general abdominal discomfort, which may indicate imbalances or issues with the gut microbiome.
Can diet help with GI issues?
Diet plays a major role in gut health, and changes in diet can often reduce or eliminate some of the symptoms associated with gastrointestinal (GI) issues. Often, GI distress is due to food intolerances or sensitivities, such as gluten sensitivity or lactose intolerance. In these cases, eliminating the problematic foods from the diet can resolve the issue. GI problems can also stem from a combination of environmental or genetic factors, such as in the case of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Disruptions in the gut microbiome, such as those caused by taking antibiotics, can also lead to GI issues. In both scenarios, maintaining a balanced diet as much as possible with foods that support a healthy microbiome—such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and probiotic foods—can often significantly reduce symptoms and improve gut health.
What are the best foods for gut health?
Maintaining a balanced microbiome is essential for gut health, and this is best achieved through a varied diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and probiotic foods. Fruits and vegetables provide essential nutrients and fiber, which nourish the beneficial bacteria in the gut. Probiotic foods, which are those that contain live bacteria, are also great for gut health. Consuming probiotic foods and drinks, such as yogurt, kefir, kombucha, and tempeh, can help support the microbiome by contributing to the diversity of bacteria within the gut.
When should I see a dietitian for GI issues?
Many people can benefit from seeing a dietitian for GI issues. In general, most dietitians are knowledgeable about what foods support gut health and may help clients choose foods that support a healthy GI system, such as fruits and vegetables high in fiber or foods high in probiotics. Dietitians may be especially beneficial to clients with known gastrointestinal concerns, such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). For clients diagnosed with these or similar conditions, dietitians can help clients identify food triggers and develop a meal plan for the client that minimizes symptoms. Dietitians may also work with clients who are having gastrointestinal distress (such as bloating, gas, constipation, diarrhea, etc.) but are not aware of the cause of their symptoms. In such cases, dietitians may be able to help the client identify the cause of the GI distress and coordinate with other medical professionals to help the client better manage their symptoms.