Cholesterol Nutritionists and Dietitians in 21704

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Mary Jane Bembenek
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, CNS, LDN
Online Only
Do you struggle with weight gain, fatigue, inflammation, constipation, or bloating? Do you find yourself suffering from chronic pain, hypothyroid symptoms, or menopause changes? I help busy people make sense of nutrition by optimizing their digestion and healing their gut. Through a review of your blood work including food sensitivity testing and complete health history, I develop and recommend medical nutrition therapy plans that help revive your cells, restore your vitality, and inspire sustainable transformations. Many of my plans include balancing your blood sugar, supporting your adrenals, and, of course, healing your gut.
Do you struggle with weight gain, fatigue, inflammation, constipation, or bloating? Do you find yourself suffering from chronic pain, hypothyroid symptoms, or menopause changes? I help busy people make sense of nutrition by optimizing their digestion and healing their gut. Through a review of your blood work including food sensitivity testing and complete health history, I develop and recommend medical nutrition therapy plans that help revive your cells, restore your vitality, and inspire sustainable transformations. Many of my plans include balancing your blood sugar, supporting your adrenals, and, of course, healing your gut.
(240) 558-5985 View (240) 558-5985

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Gabriella Nowicki
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN
1 Endorsed
Columbia, MD 21045
Hello! My name is Gabby. I am a registered dietitian that works with clients in Maryland and virtually across the USA. I have lived with chronic illness since I was 14, which inspired me to get into the nutrition field. However, over the many years of my education, I developed a poor relationship with food and body image.
Hello! My name is Gabby. I am a registered dietitian that works with clients in Maryland and virtually across the USA. I have lived with chronic illness since I was 14, which inspired me to get into the nutrition field. However, over the many years of my education, I developed a poor relationship with food and body image.
(240) 607-5076 View (240) 607-5076
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Adriane Stein Kozlovsky
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN
Serves Area
Disorders, Pre-Natal Nutrition, High Cholesterol, Healthy Meal Planning, Anorexia Diabetes, and Heart Disease.
I bring over 30 years of hands-on Medical, Teaching and Research knowledge in Hospital, Medical School, Private Industry, and Non Profit settings. Your Nutritional Health knowledge is no less important as any other Medical knowledge. How, why, when, and what you eat can effect every part of you or your children's bodies, today and into your future. Entrust this vital knowledge with a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), a regulated healthcare professional credential, who can bring and blend tremendous knowledge and experience, into your personal unique life challenges, gaining the maximum health benefit options for you and your family.
Disorders, Pre-Natal Nutrition, High Cholesterol, Healthy Meal Planning, Anorexia Diabetes, and Heart Disease.
I bring over 30 years of hands-on Medical, Teaching and Research knowledge in Hospital, Medical School, Private Industry, and Non Profit settings. Your Nutritional Health knowledge is no less important as any other Medical knowledge. How, why, when, and what you eat can effect every part of you or your children's bodies, today and into your future. Entrust this vital knowledge with a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), a regulated healthcare professional credential, who can bring and blend tremendous knowledge and experience, into your personal unique life challenges, gaining the maximum health benefit options for you and your family.
(443) 539-7596 View (443) 539-7596
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Kristin Jenkins
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN
6 Endorsed
Serves Area
If you're feeling confused and frustrated in a world focused on weight loss and diets that never seem to work, you're not alone. Many of my clients struggle with feeling like food dominates their thoughts and their life. By working together, my clients go from feeling tired, anxious, and misunderstood, to finally feeling healthy, happy, and confident in their body and their food choices. If you're ready to reduce stress around mealtimes and get back to enjoying the foods and activities you once loved, let's take the first step together. Together, we'll determine the best way of eating for YOU, not what the latest diet says.
If you're feeling confused and frustrated in a world focused on weight loss and diets that never seem to work, you're not alone. Many of my clients struggle with feeling like food dominates their thoughts and their life. By working together, my clients go from feeling tired, anxious, and misunderstood, to finally feeling healthy, happy, and confident in their body and their food choices. If you're ready to reduce stress around mealtimes and get back to enjoying the foods and activities you once loved, let's take the first step together. Together, we'll determine the best way of eating for YOU, not what the latest diet says.
(301) 215-2069 View (301) 215-2069
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Kevin Scott Grodnitzky
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, CDE, CPT, LDN
Serves Area
I will help you lose 20 lbs or more in 12 weeks. Frustrated with your weight? Lose weight, only to regain it? Exercising but not losing weight? Is your weight effecting your life, your confidence, and your ability to do certain things? If so, I am the Weight Loss Expert, specializing in working with adults lose weight in a healthy and sustainable way. If that's you, I can help you!
I will help you lose 20 lbs or more in 12 weeks. Frustrated with your weight? Lose weight, only to regain it? Exercising but not losing weight? Is your weight effecting your life, your confidence, and your ability to do certain things? If so, I am the Weight Loss Expert, specializing in working with adults lose weight in a healthy and sustainable way. If that's you, I can help you!
(443) 898-1314 View (443) 898-1314
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Lara Lattman
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, CNS, LDN
Adamstown, MD 21710
I am a Certified Nutrition Specialist focusing on helping my clients regain their joy in life. If you're having symptoms of IBS, an autoimmune disease, chronic fatigue, or in general know you could feel better, I am here to guide you on your journey to wellness. We work together to find the best diet for your body so you can eat confidently and stop wondering if the next fad diet is the one that will work.
I am a Certified Nutrition Specialist focusing on helping my clients regain their joy in life. If you're having symptoms of IBS, an autoimmune disease, chronic fatigue, or in general know you could feel better, I am here to guide you on your journey to wellness. We work together to find the best diet for your body so you can eat confidently and stop wondering if the next fad diet is the one that will work.
(240) 252-1999 View (240) 252-1999
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Nutrition Coaching Center
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, CDE, CPT, LDN
Online Only
I will help you lose 20 lbs or more in 12 weeks. Frustrated with your weight? Lose weight, only to regain it? Exercising but not losing weight? Is your weight effecting your life, your confidence, and your ability to do certain things? If so, I am the Weight Loss Expert, specializing in working with adults in a healthy and sustainable way. If that's you, I can help you!
I will help you lose 20 lbs or more in 12 weeks. Frustrated with your weight? Lose weight, only to regain it? Exercising but not losing weight? Is your weight effecting your life, your confidence, and your ability to do certain things? If so, I am the Weight Loss Expert, specializing in working with adults in a healthy and sustainable way. If that's you, I can help you!
(410) 927-1826 View (410) 927-1826
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Health Wellness Pact
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MPH, MBA, RDN, LD
Columbia, MD 21044
Our goal at Health Wellness Pact LLC is to serve as your accountability partner. We’ll make a pact to help you achieve your nutrition and health goals - whatever they are. We know there’s no “one size fits all” in life. The ultimate goal of working together is progress, not perfection, and our interventions are rooted in scientific evidence.
Our goal at Health Wellness Pact LLC is to serve as your accountability partner. We’ll make a pact to help you achieve your nutrition and health goals - whatever they are. We know there’s no “one size fits all” in life. The ultimate goal of working together is progress, not perfection, and our interventions are rooted in scientific evidence.
(240) 774-1735 View (240) 774-1735
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Ellen M Griffiths
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MPH, RDN, LDN
Bethesda, MD 20814
For some conditions such as simple weight management, elevated blood sugar and blood cholesterol levels, I have learned how to help people make significant progress in 3 or fewer visits.
I meet clients where they are. If you aren't sure what you need, feel free to ask questions. I'm happy to share the benefit of more than 30 years of helping people meet their nutritional goals.
For some conditions such as simple weight management, elevated blood sugar and blood cholesterol levels, I have learned how to help people make significant progress in 3 or fewer visits.
I meet clients where they are. If you aren't sure what you need, feel free to ask questions. I'm happy to share the benefit of more than 30 years of helping people meet their nutritional goals.
(301) 960-5943 View (301) 960-5943
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Lauren Ilene Mirkin
Nutritionist/Dietitian, LDN, CNS, LCPC
Columbia, MD 21044
In 25 years of nutrition counseling, I have worked with clients with eating disorders, emotional eating, weight loss and management, diabetes, high cholesterol and blood pressure.
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.
In 25 years of nutrition counseling, I have worked with clients with eating disorders, emotional eating, weight loss and management, diabetes, high cholesterol and blood pressure.
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.
(443) 231-0112 View (443) 231-0112
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Kathleen Tabb
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN, CLT
6 Endorsed
Columbia, MD 21045
Tired of living with the uncomfortable and unwanted symptoms associated with chronic illnesses like IBS and Crohn's? Have you been trying to piece together all the information out there on how to eat for your condition but still feel lost? Being a Registered Dietitian that specializes in digestive disorders, I can help bring clarity to your situation and make eating easier. Let's work together to improve your relationship with food and return to living without the unwanted symptoms of a chronic illness.
Tired of living with the uncomfortable and unwanted symptoms associated with chronic illnesses like IBS and Crohn's? Have you been trying to piece together all the information out there on how to eat for your condition but still feel lost? Being a Registered Dietitian that specializes in digestive disorders, I can help bring clarity to your situation and make eating easier. Let's work together to improve your relationship with food and return to living without the unwanted symptoms of a chronic illness.
(240) 787-7092 View (240) 787-7092
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Dana Magee
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LDN, CLT
7 Endorsed
Columbia, MD 21045
Do you find that food is ruling your life? Has food has become a burden from years of dieting, disordered eating or unresolved digestive issues? Is what, when and how to eat taking up too much of your time and energy? You deserve to enjoy food and feel well. It is possible to lay down that burden by ending the diet and binge eating cycle. It is also possible to eat without fear and stop letting your digestive symptoms dictate your life.
Do you find that food is ruling your life? Has food has become a burden from years of dieting, disordered eating or unresolved digestive issues? Is what, when and how to eat taking up too much of your time and energy? You deserve to enjoy food and feel well. It is possible to lay down that burden by ending the diet and binge eating cycle. It is also possible to eat without fear and stop letting your digestive symptoms dictate your life.
(301) 605-9869 View (301) 605-9869
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Rebecca Bitzer Dietitians for Every Condition
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LD, CEDRD
Columbia, MD 21045
Concerned about inflammation, diabetes, digestive issues or eating disorders? Our group practice includes seven Registered Dietitians with extensive nutrition counseling experience. Each dietitian specializes in personalized nutrition within their specialty. This allows you to see the "best of the best" based on your unique situation. Our highly-qualified dietitians specialize in eating disorders, food sensitivities, digestive troubles, diabetes, heart disease, PCOS, and more. Our non-dieting "REBEL" approach to weight loss provides greater satisfaction, improved health, mindful eating, intuitive eating and personalized care.
Concerned about inflammation, diabetes, digestive issues or eating disorders? Our group practice includes seven Registered Dietitians with extensive nutrition counseling experience. Each dietitian specializes in personalized nutrition within their specialty. This allows you to see the "best of the best" based on your unique situation. Our highly-qualified dietitians specialize in eating disorders, food sensitivities, digestive troubles, diabetes, heart disease, PCOS, and more. Our non-dieting "REBEL" approach to weight loss provides greater satisfaction, improved health, mindful eating, intuitive eating and personalized care.
(301) 485-6811 View (301) 485-6811
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Blanca Soledad Mejia
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, CNS, LN
Serves Area
I am a Certified Nutrition Specialist and Licensed Nutritionist, working in the Baltimore and Gaithersburg area. I am passionate about enabling my patients to improve their lives through healthful nutritional practices. I do not believe in dieting, but instead I believe in empowering patients to become experts on their own nutritional needs. I aim to provide an environment that motivates patients to make gradual, long lasting changes that can lead to a healthier life style. By applying nutritional principles, supported by the medical literature, I focus on the treatment and prevention of weight problems and chronic disease:
I am a Certified Nutrition Specialist and Licensed Nutritionist, working in the Baltimore and Gaithersburg area. I am passionate about enabling my patients to improve their lives through healthful nutritional practices. I do not believe in dieting, but instead I believe in empowering patients to become experts on their own nutritional needs. I aim to provide an environment that motivates patients to make gradual, long lasting changes that can lead to a healthier life style. By applying nutritional principles, supported by the medical literature, I focus on the treatment and prevention of weight problems and chronic disease:
(443) 225-4382 View (443) 225-4382
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Elizabeth Kerr
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN
6 Endorsed
Columbia, MD 21045
Have you been told to eat "healthier" or more "balanced" but are unsure of what that looks like? Or are you struggling with how to eat to manage a medical condition? There is a lot of information out there that can be confusing and hard to apply. Not only that but changing what and how you eat can be hard work in the midst of all that life throws at you! If you're interested in personalized, evidence-based nutrition help you've come to the right place.
Have you been told to eat "healthier" or more "balanced" but are unsure of what that looks like? Or are you struggling with how to eat to manage a medical condition? There is a lot of information out there that can be confusing and hard to apply. Not only that but changing what and how you eat can be hard work in the midst of all that life throws at you! If you're interested in personalized, evidence-based nutrition help you've come to the right place.
(240) 764-4046 View (240) 764-4046
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Emily Fultz
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN
Serves Area
My passion is to help you get nutritionally fit. Whether you are an athlete looking to enhance your performance or simply an individual looking for the motivation to get your health back – I am here to help you achieve your goals. Nutrition is ever-changing, which I know can become quite overwhelming and lead to a lot of questions. Together, we can quit the dieting and get you back to the life that you have been dreaming of. No goal is too hefty, so do not hesitate to reach out!
My passion is to help you get nutritionally fit. Whether you are an athlete looking to enhance your performance or simply an individual looking for the motivation to get your health back – I am here to help you achieve your goals. Nutrition is ever-changing, which I know can become quite overwhelming and lead to a lot of questions. Together, we can quit the dieting and get you back to the life that you have been dreaming of. No goal is too hefty, so do not hesitate to reach out!
(443) 355-7021 View (443) 355-7021
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Rachel Brown
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN
5 Endorsed
Columbia, MD 21045
Are you having trouble managing your weight or your chronic disease? Have restrictive diets taken away the joy of eating? I can help you meet your goals and heal your relationship with food!
Are you having trouble managing your weight or your chronic disease? Have restrictive diets taken away the joy of eating? I can help you meet your goals and heal your relationship with food!
(240) 698-2904 View (240) 698-2904
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Kaitlin Williams Eckstein
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MPH, RD, LD
6 Endorsed
Columbia, MD 21045
Ever since I was a child, I have been passionate about cooking. Much of my passion probably has to do with growing up with a mom who is a professional chef. Now, I enjoy teaching others to plan and prepare healthy, home-cooked meals. Planning meals for fertility, prenatal nutrition, women's health, hormones, diabetes, PCOS, kidney disease and heart health are my specialties. In addition to individual counseling, I lead grocery store tours and cooking classes and diabetes talks. My personal and professional background provides the ideal support you need to make changes, and offers realistic solutions to the challenges of daily life.
Ever since I was a child, I have been passionate about cooking. Much of my passion probably has to do with growing up with a mom who is a professional chef. Now, I enjoy teaching others to plan and prepare healthy, home-cooked meals. Planning meals for fertility, prenatal nutrition, women's health, hormones, diabetes, PCOS, kidney disease and heart health are my specialties. In addition to individual counseling, I lead grocery store tours and cooking classes and diabetes talks. My personal and professional background provides the ideal support you need to make changes, and offers realistic solutions to the challenges of daily life.
(301) 918-5654 View (301) 918-5654
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Gargi Parikh
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, MPH , CDCES
Silver Spring, MD 20902
We specialize in pre-diabetes, diabetes type 1 & 2, LADA, weight management, PCOS, kidney disease, cholesterol, high blood pressure and gut health.
We can help you tackle your health challenges and reach your goals with a sustainable plan that works for you. Our goal is to help you master your diabetes and/or digestive health using real food and a mind-body approach to healing. Our dietitians help individuals control and reverse diabetes, and heal gut issues so they can live a fulfilling life. We are committed to making the journey simple, sustainable and fun! We provide real-life tools, resources, and coaching support to help you thrive.
We specialize in pre-diabetes, diabetes type 1 & 2, LADA, weight management, PCOS, kidney disease, cholesterol, high blood pressure and gut health.
We can help you tackle your health challenges and reach your goals with a sustainable plan that works for you. Our goal is to help you master your diabetes and/or digestive health using real food and a mind-body approach to healing. Our dietitians help individuals control and reverse diabetes, and heal gut issues so they can live a fulfilling life. We are committed to making the journey simple, sustainable and fun! We provide real-life tools, resources, and coaching support to help you thrive.
(301) 381-5656 View (301) 381-5656
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Eat with Erin
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, CLT
Serves Area
Personalized, sustainable outcomes for you and your body. Find or regain confidence that you are making the right food, wellness, and fitness choices to feel your personal best! If you are struggling with weight concerns or looking for disease prevention with root cause lab testing, Erin is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) with a certificate of training in adult weight management and has 10+ years of clinical experience. If you are here because you want to eliminate mysterious pain and digestion struggles caused by food sensitivities, as an RDN and Certified LEAP Therapist, Erin can help you!
Personalized, sustainable outcomes for you and your body. Find or regain confidence that you are making the right food, wellness, and fitness choices to feel your personal best! If you are struggling with weight concerns or looking for disease prevention with root cause lab testing, Erin is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) with a certificate of training in adult weight management and has 10+ years of clinical experience. If you are here because you want to eliminate mysterious pain and digestion struggles caused by food sensitivities, as an RDN and Certified LEAP Therapist, Erin can help you!
(571) 536-2412 View (571) 536-2412
Cholesterol Nutritionists and Dietitians
What is cholesterol?
Cholesterol is a fat-like substance found in the blood that is essential for forming healthy cells and ensuring regular body functions. Although cholesterol often has a negative reputation, it plays a crucial role in our health. There are several types of cholesterol, including low-density lipoprotein (LDL) and high-density lipoprotein (HDL). The balance between these types is more important than eliminating cholesterol entirely. In general HDL is considered to be the "good" form of cholesterol, while LDL is considered to be the "bad" form associated with conditions such as cardiovascular diseases. Individuals with high levels of LDL cholesterol circulating in their blood are at an increased risk of heart attack and stroke, as a result of plaque build-up on the interior of the body's arteries.

How does diet affect cholesterol?
While many individuals with high cholesterol are prescribed medications to help lower their levels, lifestyle changes—especially dietary modifications—are considered the first line of treatment. Reducing the consumption of foods high in saturated and trans fats, such as fatty meats, cream, butter, and pastries, helps lower cholesterol. Conversely, consuming sufficient fiber, healthy fats (like those found in salmon and nuts), and low-fat proteins can help lower LDL levels and improve cardiovascular health.

What diet is best if you have high cholesterol?
In general, experts recommend a plant-based diet high in fiber, healthy fats, and lean protein as the best nutrition approach to lowering blood cholesterol levels. The "Mediterranean diet," characterized by the consumption of lots of healthy fats, vegetables, beans, and whole grains is one common diet with abundant evidence supporting its efficacy in reducing blood cholesterol levels and preventing cardiovascular and metabolic diseases. The Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet is another common diet shown to reduce cholesterol levels; the DASH diet emphasizes the consumption of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low fat dairy products with a particular focus on reducing the consumption of saturated fats. Conversely, diets that include the consumption of large amounts of protein and fats—such as the keto diet and atkins diet—are generally not recommended for those with high cholesterol levels due to the high levels of saturated and trans fats that such diets can include.

Why is it useful to see a dietitian if you have high cholesterol?
Dietitians are specifically trained to use diet modifications to manage health, so consulting a dietitian if you have high cholesterol can be greatly beneficial. They can help construct a diet that lowers cholesterol and promotes a healthier lifestyle. Dietitians can assist clients in identifying foods that are low in cholesterol and those that support overall health. They can also help hold clients accountable for their nutrition and provide resources for other lifestyle modifications that support blood cholesterol reduction, such as exercise, smoking cessation, and alcohol consumption reduction. Additionally, dietitians can assist in managing other chronic diseases often associated with high cholesterol, such as kidney conditions, diabetes, and heart disease.