Mindful Eating Nutritionists and Dietitians in 33913

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Dee Harris
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LDN, CDE, IFM-CP
Serves Area
D-Signed Nutrition, LLC offers a unique approach to health and wellness. As a Registered, Licensed Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educator and IFM Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, Dee offers an integrative, personalized approach to solving your health concerns. If you are looking for someone to coordinate all aspects of your total health by addressing food, fitness, medical, stress management and environment then D-Signed Nutrition, LLC is your answer to better overall health for the long term. Please call for specific pricing. Quoted in this ad is for a one hour session. We recommend 2 hour visit for all new patients.
D-Signed Nutrition, LLC offers a unique approach to health and wellness. As a Registered, Licensed Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educator and IFM Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, Dee offers an integrative, personalized approach to solving your health concerns. If you are looking for someone to coordinate all aspects of your total health by addressing food, fitness, medical, stress management and environment then D-Signed Nutrition, LLC is your answer to better overall health for the long term. Please call for specific pricing. Quoted in this ad is for a one hour session. We recommend 2 hour visit for all new patients.
(239) 349-3593 View (239) 349-3593

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Diane Christine Casey
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LD, CLT
Serves Area
You found the complete package! I am a licensed dietitian, certified health coach/personal trainer who also holds a certificate in Plant-Based Nutrition from Cornell University. I focus on helping clients prevent or reverse disease through lifestyle practices: eating, exercise, stress management & sleep. I love to empower clients to implement new habits that enable health goals to be reached. Since inflammation is the root of all disease, there is a major focus on reversing inflammation through how we eat and live. I provide the most personalized anti-inflammatory diet available by using the MRT blood test & micronutrient analyses.
You found the complete package! I am a licensed dietitian, certified health coach/personal trainer who also holds a certificate in Plant-Based Nutrition from Cornell University. I focus on helping clients prevent or reverse disease through lifestyle practices: eating, exercise, stress management & sleep. I love to empower clients to implement new habits that enable health goals to be reached. Since inflammation is the root of all disease, there is a major focus on reversing inflammation through how we eat and live. I provide the most personalized anti-inflammatory diet available by using the MRT blood test & micronutrient analyses.
(614) 503-1797 View (614) 503-1797
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Betsy Opyt
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD, CDCES
Naples, FL 34120
I take an all around approach to wellness incorporating nutrition, fitness, motivation, and mindfulness to help individuals stay on track and reach their potential health. Think of me as not only your nutrition and fitness expert, but your wellness coach, cheering you on from the sideline until you reach your health goals. Having a dietitian and personal trainer at your fingertips will allow you a stress free way of handling your health, and professional guidance on implementing and achieving lifestyle changes.
I take an all around approach to wellness incorporating nutrition, fitness, motivation, and mindfulness to help individuals stay on track and reach their potential health. Think of me as not only your nutrition and fitness expert, but your wellness coach, cheering you on from the sideline until you reach your health goals. Having a dietitian and personal trainer at your fingertips will allow you a stress free way of handling your health, and professional guidance on implementing and achieving lifestyle changes.
(239) 299-7998 View (239) 299-7998
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Nicole Chenard Ms Rd Ldn
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Award-winning Registered and Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist with 15+ years working with executives, professional athletes, and special operations professionals operating under sustained pressure. My work sits at the intersection of performance nutrition, behavioral science, and emotional mastery. I’ve supported elite operators and their families within hospital-based Sports Medicine and Primary Care systems, and contributed to the development of a longitudinal resiliency program for the CIA's Special Activities Center (SAC), addressing performance across the full operational lifecycle—physical, behavioral, and neurobiological.
Award-winning Registered and Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist with 15+ years working with executives, professional athletes, and special operations professionals operating under sustained pressure. My work sits at the intersection of performance nutrition, behavioral science, and emotional mastery. I’ve supported elite operators and their families within hospital-based Sports Medicine and Primary Care systems, and contributed to the development of a longitudinal resiliency program for the CIA's Special Activities Center (SAC), addressing performance across the full operational lifecycle—physical, behavioral, and neurobiological.
(857) 304-9516 View (857) 304-9516
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Barbara Lewin, RDN, CSSD, LDN
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, CSSD, LDN
Naples, FL 34109
Reverse Type 2 Diabetes-Lower your Cholesterol-Reduce Bodyfat-Fix Gut Issues. Less Reliance on Medications. I am a registered dietitian (RD), functional nutritionist and sports nutritionist. I will design a program that is realistic and fits your lifestyle. No pre-made or fad diets but a plan specifically designed for your best health and energy! Whether you want to improve your health and athletic performance or have specific health issues, I look at the root cause and not just managing the symptoms.
Reverse Type 2 Diabetes-Lower your Cholesterol-Reduce Bodyfat-Fix Gut Issues. Less Reliance on Medications. I am a registered dietitian (RD), functional nutritionist and sports nutritionist. I will design a program that is realistic and fits your lifestyle. No pre-made or fad diets but a plan specifically designed for your best health and energy! Whether you want to improve your health and athletic performance or have specific health issues, I look at the root cause and not just managing the symptoms.
(239) 319-4080 View (239) 319-4080
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Sports-Nutritionist.com
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, CSSD, LDN
1 Endorsed
Naples, FL 34109
I am a sports nutritionist and functional dietitian with 25+ years of experience helping athletes maximize performance and health. I work with: triathletes, Olympic contenders, pro football, hockey, and basketball. Runners and cyclists, endurance and ultra-endurance racers young and masters athletes. I create individualized plans to build lean muscle, reduce body fat, improve endurance and recovery, support hydration and injury prevention, and fine-tune fueling strategies. Whether you’re chasing a podium finish or simply want to feel and perform your best, I’ll help you get there with proven, practical guidance.
I am a sports nutritionist and functional dietitian with 25+ years of experience helping athletes maximize performance and health. I work with: triathletes, Olympic contenders, pro football, hockey, and basketball. Runners and cyclists, endurance and ultra-endurance racers young and masters athletes. I create individualized plans to build lean muscle, reduce body fat, improve endurance and recovery, support hydration and injury prevention, and fine-tune fueling strategies. Whether you’re chasing a podium finish or simply want to feel and perform your best, I’ll help you get there with proven, practical guidance.
(984) 213-5293 View (984) 213-5293
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J.Cole Nutrition LLC
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, CEDS
1 Endorsed
Estero, FL 33928
Are you struggling with self-esteem and your relationship with food? Let me help you renourish your mind, body, and soul. Hi, I'm Julie. I am a certified eating disorders specialist and certified intuitive eating counselor who practices from a non-diet approach (no foods are forbidden) based on mindfulness and utilizing internal physical cues to eat. This means I help you get in tune with YOUR body's unique natural cues that you might not have noticed in a while.
Are you struggling with self-esteem and your relationship with food? Let me help you renourish your mind, body, and soul. Hi, I'm Julie. I am a certified eating disorders specialist and certified intuitive eating counselor who practices from a non-diet approach (no foods are forbidden) based on mindfulness and utilizing internal physical cues to eat. This means I help you get in tune with YOUR body's unique natural cues that you might not have noticed in a while.
(239) 230-1479 View (239) 230-1479
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Kristen Braconnier
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN
Naples, FL 34109
Do you feel completely overwhelmed by the vast amount of nutrition information on the internet? Do you feel frustrated that all of your hardwork isn't revealing the results you want? Have you hit a plateau with your progress? That's exactly how most of my clients feel before we meet! We work together to create a customized plan based on your schedule, lifestyle and goals so you feel that you are reaching your goals week by week! I specialize in sports nutrition, disordered eating, gastrointestinal issues, bariatric surgery, weight management, autoimmune disorders, pediatric nutrition and other medical nutrition therapies.
Do you feel completely overwhelmed by the vast amount of nutrition information on the internet? Do you feel frustrated that all of your hardwork isn't revealing the results you want? Have you hit a plateau with your progress? That's exactly how most of my clients feel before we meet! We work together to create a customized plan based on your schedule, lifestyle and goals so you feel that you are reaching your goals week by week! I specialize in sports nutrition, disordered eating, gastrointestinal issues, bariatric surgery, weight management, autoimmune disorders, pediatric nutrition and other medical nutrition therapies.
(610) 557-3956 View (610) 557-3956
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Tracy Brown
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN
Naples, FL 34109
It is not often we are encouraged to honor our bodies needs. We live in world that teaches us to "watch it" and "have it together", especially around weight and food. Unfortunately, this constant pressure to "be good" can play a role in constant dieting, restricting, binging, purging and an all or nothing attitude around exercise. Fortunately, we can make peace with food and our bodies again. My approach of somatic nutrition therapy and coaching teaches intuitive eating and body wisdom skills to learn to trust our bodies again.
It is not often we are encouraged to honor our bodies needs. We live in world that teaches us to "watch it" and "have it together", especially around weight and food. Unfortunately, this constant pressure to "be good" can play a role in constant dieting, restricting, binging, purging and an all or nothing attitude around exercise. Fortunately, we can make peace with food and our bodies again. My approach of somatic nutrition therapy and coaching teaches intuitive eating and body wisdom skills to learn to trust our bodies again.
(352) 398-4139 View (352) 398-4139
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Douglas Liner
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LD
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
Doug specializes in: Pre-Daibetes, Type 1 and 2 Diabetes, Gestational Diabetes, Weight Management, Bariatics, GLP-1 medication support, PCOS, Cardio-Metabolic conditions, Fatty Liver Disease, Digestive Health, Mindful and Intuitive Eating Behaviors.
Hello! I am Doug Liner, a Registered Dietitian with 30 years of experience working with others in diabetes care, metabolic health, and weight loss. I work with a wide range of other medical conditions and hold a Certificate of training in Adult and Pediatric Obesity from the Commission on Dietetic Registration. I believe nutritional care should be approached through simple to understand and implement tools for daily living.
Doug specializes in: Pre-Daibetes, Type 1 and 2 Diabetes, Gestational Diabetes, Weight Management, Bariatics, GLP-1 medication support, PCOS, Cardio-Metabolic conditions, Fatty Liver Disease, Digestive Health, Mindful and Intuitive Eating Behaviors.
Hello! I am Doug Liner, a Registered Dietitian with 30 years of experience working with others in diabetes care, metabolic health, and weight loss. I work with a wide range of other medical conditions and hold a Certificate of training in Adult and Pediatric Obesity from the Commission on Dietetic Registration. I believe nutritional care should be approached through simple to understand and implement tools for daily living.
(551) 291-1247 View (551) 291-1247
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Molly Ostrander | Women's Gut Health
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN, IFNCP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you a high-functioning woman 35+ whose digestion has gotten annoyingly unpredictable? Bloating shows up out of nowhere. IBS patterns shift. Hormonal changes make your “usual fixes” stop working. You’ve tried elimination diets and supplements that promised clarity and delivered... nothing. You want a structured, evidence-based plan to stabilize digestion, support hormone-related symptoms, and eat without constant second-guessing. I’ve lived with Crohn’s disease for more than three decades. That perspective informs a clinical approach focused on discernment and durable results, not generic advice or trend-driven protocols.
Are you a high-functioning woman 35+ whose digestion has gotten annoyingly unpredictable? Bloating shows up out of nowhere. IBS patterns shift. Hormonal changes make your “usual fixes” stop working. You’ve tried elimination diets and supplements that promised clarity and delivered... nothing. You want a structured, evidence-based plan to stabilize digestion, support hormone-related symptoms, and eat without constant second-guessing. I’ve lived with Crohn’s disease for more than three decades. That perspective informs a clinical approach focused on discernment and durable results, not generic advice or trend-driven protocols.
(407) 809-3060 View (407) 809-3060
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Julia Carley
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, LDN, LMHC
Online Only
My approach is rooted in truly understanding the whole person. With over 25 years of experience as a Clinical Dietitian and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I bring an integrative perspective that bridges medical nutrition therapy, mental health, and sustainable behavior change. This dual background allows me to address concerns from a medical standpoint while also exploring the emotional, psychological, and lifestyle factors that influence health. I believe meaningful change happens when care extends beyond symptoms and includes the physical, psychological, and social environments shaping each individual's experience.
My approach is rooted in truly understanding the whole person. With over 25 years of experience as a Clinical Dietitian and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I bring an integrative perspective that bridges medical nutrition therapy, mental health, and sustainable behavior change. This dual background allows me to address concerns from a medical standpoint while also exploring the emotional, psychological, and lifestyle factors that influence health. I believe meaningful change happens when care extends beyond symptoms and includes the physical, psychological, and social environments shaping each individual's experience.
(239) 301-3089 View (239) 301-3089
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Angela Joy Nutrition
Nutritionist/Dietitian, LDN, CNS
Online Only
Is this you? Low energy, weight gain, blood sugar issues, brain fog, aches, mood swings. You've tried diets, supplements, and No long-term results? Overwhelmed by nutrition information! You want answers and a plan that works! If you want to get healthy, lose weight and feel like yourself again? Let’s talk! Schedule a call today! I can't wait to meet you!
Is this you? Low energy, weight gain, blood sugar issues, brain fog, aches, mood swings. You've tried diets, supplements, and No long-term results? Overwhelmed by nutrition information! You want answers and a plan that works! If you want to get healthy, lose weight and feel like yourself again? Let’s talk! Schedule a call today! I can't wait to meet you!
(239) 688-3114 View (239) 688-3114
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Dina Blankenberger Garcia
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Over 90% of covered clients have a $0 copay. BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, UHC accepted. Reach out and if we aren't a good fit I'd be happy to help you find a Dietitian who is... We live in a food & weight obsessed society. From a young age this can damage our body image & our relationship with food, but it doesn't have to. After struggling with binge eating, prediabetes, body image & ADHD I've pulled my professional & personal experience together to create unique approaches that help my clients quiet obsessive food thoughts, feel in control of their habits & find a place of peace with food & their body. Book a FREE call on my website today!
Over 90% of covered clients have a $0 copay. BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, UHC accepted. Reach out and if we aren't a good fit I'd be happy to help you find a Dietitian who is... We live in a food & weight obsessed society. From a young age this can damage our body image & our relationship with food, but it doesn't have to. After struggling with binge eating, prediabetes, body image & ADHD I've pulled my professional & personal experience together to create unique approaches that help my clients quiet obsessive food thoughts, feel in control of their habits & find a place of peace with food & their body. Book a FREE call on my website today!
(786) 288-3980 View (786) 288-3980
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Hannah Elizabeth Bethman
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS
Online Only
You’ve been chasing symptoms for years, but nothing ever seems to stick. Your energy is tanked. And you are SO over the brain fog, bloating, headaches, and periods that leave you wiped out—whether they’re painful, heavy, or completely unpredictable. You want answers, and a way to actually feel like yourself again without another bandaid solution or fad diet. I help women like you slow down, tune into their bodies, and learn how to deeply nourish themselves so their energy, digestion, and hormones can come back into balance. Vibrant health is your birthright, and your body is capable of so much more than you’ve been told.
You’ve been chasing symptoms for years, but nothing ever seems to stick. Your energy is tanked. And you are SO over the brain fog, bloating, headaches, and periods that leave you wiped out—whether they’re painful, heavy, or completely unpredictable. You want answers, and a way to actually feel like yourself again without another bandaid solution or fad diet. I help women like you slow down, tune into their bodies, and learn how to deeply nourish themselves so their energy, digestion, and hormones can come back into balance. Vibrant health is your birthright, and your body is capable of so much more than you’ve been told.
(321) 593-0616 View (321) 593-0616

Online Dietitians and Nutritionists

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Jessica Gallego
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN, CEDRD
Weston, FL 33326
I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist serving children, teens, and adults with eating disorders, including ARFID, emotional eating, and weight concerns. I also support families seeking healthy eating guidance for children. My team provides compassionate, individualized care to help clients build balanced relationships with food and feel confident around meals.
I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist serving children, teens, and adults with eating disorders, including ARFID, emotional eating, and weight concerns. I also support families seeking healthy eating guidance for children. My team provides compassionate, individualized care to help clients build balanced relationships with food and feel confident around meals.
(954) 751-3917 View (954) 751-3917
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Astrid Moller Gonzalez
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, CNS, LDN
Miami, FL 33166
As a bilingual, licensed nutritionist, I help adults and teens who feel stuck with their eating habits, energy, or health. Many of my clients struggle with digestive issues like bloating or constipation, high blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar concerns, ADHD, anxiety, or emotional eating. My approach is practical, science-based, and personalized to fit real life, helping you feel more energized, improve gut and metabolic health, manage symptoms, and build a healthy relationship with food without rigid diets or judgment.
As a bilingual, licensed nutritionist, I help adults and teens who feel stuck with their eating habits, energy, or health. Many of my clients struggle with digestive issues like bloating or constipation, high blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar concerns, ADHD, anxiety, or emotional eating. My approach is practical, science-based, and personalized to fit real life, helping you feel more energized, improve gut and metabolic health, manage symptoms, and build a healthy relationship with food without rigid diets or judgment.
(786) 386-1889 View (786) 386-1889
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Dr. Kim Ross
Nutritionist/Dietitian, DCN, CNS, LDN
Ellenton, FL 34222
If you are 1) Missing out on fully enjoying your life because of your health or symptoms 2) Confused by all the "nutrition noise" circulating on social media  3) Looking for natural solutions for your health concerns 4) Ready to say goodbye to PMS or menopausal symptoms 5) Looking to manage anxiety, depression, or sleep naturally 6) Seeking expert care from a Doctor of Clinical Nutrition, Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist and/or Certified Nutrition Specialist... I invite you to connect with me. : )
If you are 1) Missing out on fully enjoying your life because of your health or symptoms 2) Confused by all the "nutrition noise" circulating on social media  3) Looking for natural solutions for your health concerns 4) Ready to say goodbye to PMS or menopausal symptoms 5) Looking to manage anxiety, depression, or sleep naturally 6) Seeking expert care from a Doctor of Clinical Nutrition, Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist and/or Certified Nutrition Specialist... I invite you to connect with me. : )
(941) 770-3683 View (941) 770-3683
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Allison Hoybach
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN
3 Endorsed
Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33319
Specialities include: Bariatric Support, Weight Management and Weight Loss Medications, Diabetes, Kidney Disease, Plant-Based Eating, Heart Health and Mindful Eating.
Allison is a registered dietitian who loves people and is passionate about helping individuals achieve their personal health and nutrition goals. Her primary focus has been bariatric support, diabetes, IBS, and plant based nutrition, but her background also includes kidney disease, heart health, gut issues and malnutrition. She strives to empower individuals to make positive and sustainable lifestyle changes. Allison takes time to listen to your nutritional concerns and understand your overall goals. She uses a patient-centered, evidenced-based approach to help you create lasting lifestyle changes.
Specialities include: Bariatric Support, Weight Management and Weight Loss Medications, Diabetes, Kidney Disease, Plant-Based Eating, Heart Health and Mindful Eating.
Allison is a registered dietitian who loves people and is passionate about helping individuals achieve their personal health and nutrition goals. Her primary focus has been bariatric support, diabetes, IBS, and plant based nutrition, but her background also includes kidney disease, heart health, gut issues and malnutrition. She strives to empower individuals to make positive and sustainable lifestyle changes. Allison takes time to listen to your nutritional concerns and understand your overall goals. She uses a patient-centered, evidenced-based approach to help you create lasting lifestyle changes.
(352) 309-0794 View (352) 309-0794
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Bonni Rose London
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN
Sarasota, FL 34233
You may be doing everything “right”—eating well, exercising, and trying different health strategies—yet still feel frustrated by fatigue, brain fog, stubborn weight gain, digestive issues, or chronic health concerns. You're tired of conflicting nutrition advice and want clear answers. You’re looking for a science-based, personalized plan that addresses root causes—often involving gut health, metabolism, inflammation, or hormones—so you can restore energy, improve body composition, and regain control of your long-term health.
You may be doing everything “right”—eating well, exercising, and trying different health strategies—yet still feel frustrated by fatigue, brain fog, stubborn weight gain, digestive issues, or chronic health concerns. You're tired of conflicting nutrition advice and want clear answers. You’re looking for a science-based, personalized plan that addresses root causes—often involving gut health, metabolism, inflammation, or hormones—so you can restore energy, improve body composition, and regain control of your long-term health.
(941) 677-1138 View (941) 677-1138
Mindful Eating Nutritionists and Dietitians
What is mindful eating?
Mindful eating is a practice that encourages individuals to be fully present and attentive while eating, focusing on the experience of each meal. It involves paying close attention to hunger, fullness, and satiety cues from the body, as well as being aware of the emotional factors influencing food choices and cravings. Unlike strict dietary rules, mindful eating promotes a nonjudgmental approach, emphasizing the sensory experience of eating and personal food preferences. By fostering greater awareness of how food affects both physical and emotional states, mindful eating helps individuals develop a healthier and more balanced relationship with food.

Who should practice mindful eating?
Mindful eating can benefit anyone looking to improve their relationship with food and enhance their awareness of how food impacts their body and mind. It is especially valuable for individuals experiencing food-related anxiety, such as those with eating disorders or other forms of food-related stress. Additionally, mindful eating can be helpful for those who frequently overeat or struggle to recognize their body's fullness cues. By fostering a greater connection with the sensory experience of eating and promoting awareness of hunger and satiety, mindful eating can aid in reducing overeating and cultivating a more balanced approach to food.

What are the benefits of mindful eating?
Mindful eating offers a range of benefits. For individuals with eating disorders or anxiety-related conditions, it can reduce stress and judgment surrounding food by fostering a non-judgmental and accepting approach to eating. Mindful eating is often taught alongside other self-acceptance practices and holistic nutritional approaches that emphasize overall wellbeing rather than weight or dieting. This combination can be particularly supportive in the recovery from food-related mental health issues. Additionally, mindful eating helps individuals better understand and respond to their body's hunger and fullness cues. While weight loss is not the primary goal of mindful eating, some individuals may experience weight reduction as a secondary benefit, particularly those who tend to overeat or ignore their body's signals. This can lead to improved health outcomes, such as better cardiovascular health.

How can a dietitian help with mindful eating?
A dietitian can help with mindful eating by working with the client to align their nutrition-related goals with mindful approaches. They often begin with a nutritional assessment to establish what the client's current approach to food is, including how food may be causing stress or disturbances in their life. Then, a dietitian will work with the client on how to implement mindful eating approaches, such as pausing before meals to assess hunger or keeping a journal to record how food consumption impacts their thoughts and emotions. Dietitians can also help clients reduce the self-judgment they may have around food and help clients practice self-acceptance and forgiveness as they work toward more mindful eating practices.