Nutritionists and Dietitians in 55113

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Teresa Wagner
Nutritionist/Dietitian, LD, RDN, RD
Verified Verified
Serves Area
As a mother of three and avid runner, I know that good nutrition is essential for energy and well-being. Real food benefits everything from my children's behavior and moods to my joints for long runs. Not to mention I have less anxiety and feel satisfied after meals. Let's find the nutrition answers that can make a difference in your health and quality of life because we only have this one life to live. Let's do what we can, to feel the best we can, for as long as we can.
As a mother of three and avid runner, I know that good nutrition is essential for energy and well-being. Real food benefits everything from my children's behavior and moods to my joints for long runs. Not to mention I have less anxiety and feel satisfied after meals. Let's find the nutrition answers that can make a difference in your health and quality of life because we only have this one life to live. Let's do what we can, to feel the best we can, for as long as we can.
(651) 401-7293 View (651) 401-7293
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Britni Vincent
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I've experienced the healing power of nutrition firsthand, having struggled with insomnia, acne and regular migraines before I realized my diet was the culprit. I understand that an individualized approach is necessary to achieve the same kinds of results I experienced, which is why I am here to support, motivate and educate you the whole way so you too can experience the positive effects of nutrition. I find it extremely rewarding to see how nutrition can positively change people's lives. Let's get started on your success story.
I've experienced the healing power of nutrition firsthand, having struggled with insomnia, acne and regular migraines before I realized my diet was the culprit. I understand that an individualized approach is necessary to achieve the same kinds of results I experienced, which is why I am here to support, motivate and educate you the whole way so you too can experience the positive effects of nutrition. I find it extremely rewarding to see how nutrition can positively change people's lives. Let's get started on your success story.
(952) 283-0699 View (952) 283-0699
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Alyssa Krejci
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD, LMNT
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I am a registered dietitian with 10 years of experience specializing in helping clients struggling with IBS navigate the LOW FODMAP diet and find symptom relief. I also support clients in their health journey manage celiac disease, food allergies and sensitivities, planning family meals and raising healthy eaters, weight loss or maintenance, diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and kidney disease. I am licensed in multiple states including Minnesota, Nebraska, and Missouri.
I am a registered dietitian with 10 years of experience specializing in helping clients struggling with IBS navigate the LOW FODMAP diet and find symptom relief. I also support clients in their health journey manage celiac disease, food allergies and sensitivities, planning family meals and raising healthy eaters, weight loss or maintenance, diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and kidney disease. I am licensed in multiple states including Minnesota, Nebraska, and Missouri.
(651) 362-4572 View (651) 362-4572
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Erin Barnes
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LD, CLT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? Are you wanting to make changes with your diet and lifestyle but don't know where to start? Navigating this complex food world can be daunting, it's my mission to provide a non-judgemental, caring space to help my clients get started. Through my work with hundreds of clients and through navigating my own health and healing journey, I have learned to embody a simple, approachable, non-diet, food-first philosophy.
Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? Are you wanting to make changes with your diet and lifestyle but don't know where to start? Navigating this complex food world can be daunting, it's my mission to provide a non-judgemental, caring space to help my clients get started. Through my work with hundreds of clients and through navigating my own health and healing journey, I have learned to embody a simple, approachable, non-diet, food-first philosophy.
(952) 529-4234 View (952) 529-4234
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Cultivate Counseling and Wellness
Nutritionist/Dietitian
Verified Verified
Serves Area
At Cultivate, we are honored to hold space for clients who are finding life a little bit hard. We value client-centered care, creativity, continuous education (for ourselves and our clients), and feeling connected within our practice, the community, and ourselves. We have a particular passion for working with adolescents and young adults, and bridging the gap between higher levels of care and real-life experiences. We specialize in age-appropriate guidance for those balancing mental health concerns with their first steps into adulthood.
At Cultivate, we are honored to hold space for clients who are finding life a little bit hard. We value client-centered care, creativity, continuous education (for ourselves and our clients), and feeling connected within our practice, the community, and ourselves. We have a particular passion for working with adolescents and young adults, and bridging the gap between higher levels of care and real-life experiences. We specialize in age-appropriate guidance for those balancing mental health concerns with their first steps into adulthood.
(612) 439-2240 View (612) 439-2240
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Flourish Nutrition Counseling
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
Verified Verified
Online Only
Flourish Nutrition Counseling offers individualized support for those who are struggling with eating disorders, disordered eating and those looking to end the cycle of chronic dieting. All of our Registered Dietitians are also Certified Intuitive Eating Counselors, meaning we are equipped to help you relearn your body's physical sensations of hunger and fullness to ensure you meet your biological and psychological needs. We practice from a Health At Every Size (HAES) informed lens, meaning we do not focus on the number on the scale but rather the behaviors that contribute to overall health. We believe all bodies deserve respect.
Flourish Nutrition Counseling offers individualized support for those who are struggling with eating disorders, disordered eating and those looking to end the cycle of chronic dieting. All of our Registered Dietitians are also Certified Intuitive Eating Counselors, meaning we are equipped to help you relearn your body's physical sensations of hunger and fullness to ensure you meet your biological and psychological needs. We practice from a Health At Every Size (HAES) informed lens, meaning we do not focus on the number on the scale but rather the behaviors that contribute to overall health. We believe all bodies deserve respect.
(612) 682-6091 View (612) 682-6091

More Dietitians and Nutritionists Nearby

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Ricci-Lee Hotz
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55407
My nutrition philosophy is unique in that I focus on providing evidence-based, individualized nutrition recommendations focusing on moderation, variety, and how to fit patients' favorite foods into a healthy eating lifestyle. This can improve quality of life for many individuals who feel they must restrict certain foods to be healthy or lose weight. In addition, I have a special passion for working with individuals with eating disorders, athletes/dancers, weight management, and GI conditions/food allergies. I look forward to supporting you in your nutrition and health journey.
My nutrition philosophy is unique in that I focus on providing evidence-based, individualized nutrition recommendations focusing on moderation, variety, and how to fit patients' favorite foods into a healthy eating lifestyle. This can improve quality of life for many individuals who feel they must restrict certain foods to be healthy or lose weight. In addition, I have a special passion for working with individuals with eating disorders, athletes/dancers, weight management, and GI conditions/food allergies. I look forward to supporting you in your nutrition and health journey.
(612) 482-5327 View (612) 482-5327
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Marissa Olsen
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MBS, LN, CNS, CKNS, CLC
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55418
I specialize in evolutionary health - using a hunter-gatherer diet, primal exercise, and gut health to lose weight and heal disease. Our ancestors ate mostly meat, fruit, honey, eggs, raw dairy, and some root vegetables for 99% of our evolution and by adopting this historic human diet, we can not only lose weight but also heal autoimmune, digestive, and chronic diseases. I also specialize in gut health which includes killing harmful bacterial and fungal infections in the gut, introducing beneficial bacteria, and healing the gut lining. I am a Licensed Nutritionist, both nationally (CNS) and in the State of MN (LN).
I specialize in evolutionary health - using a hunter-gatherer diet, primal exercise, and gut health to lose weight and heal disease. Our ancestors ate mostly meat, fruit, honey, eggs, raw dairy, and some root vegetables for 99% of our evolution and by adopting this historic human diet, we can not only lose weight but also heal autoimmune, digestive, and chronic diseases. I also specialize in gut health which includes killing harmful bacterial and fungal infections in the gut, introducing beneficial bacteria, and healing the gut lining. I am a Licensed Nutritionist, both nationally (CNS) and in the State of MN (LN).
(612) 978-5124 View (612) 978-5124
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Abby M Olson
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LD, CLT, CGN
Verified Verified
Healing often requires exploring beyond conventional methods, which is where functional and integrative nutrition comes in. Due to my own health challenges, I was compelled to seek a new approach to healing. What I’ve learned through nutrition has made me passionate about helping others who face struggles like disordered eating, inflammation, and gut dysfunction. I’m dedicated to sharing my knowledge and experiences, and I continue to learn so that others may heal and rediscover balance in their lives.
Healing often requires exploring beyond conventional methods, which is where functional and integrative nutrition comes in. Due to my own health challenges, I was compelled to seek a new approach to healing. What I’ve learned through nutrition has made me passionate about helping others who face struggles like disordered eating, inflammation, and gut dysfunction. I’m dedicated to sharing my knowledge and experiences, and I continue to learn so that others may heal and rediscover balance in their lives.
(651) 314-4250 View (651) 314-4250
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CR Custom Nutrition
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, CD
Verified Verified
Online Only
We might be a perfect fit for each other if you are someone who is looking to make healthy changes to your habits and lifestyle. I have a lot of experience working in clinical settings and have come to understand that health is very individual. This is why blanket statements like "eat less, move more" don't work for everyone. I see each person as someone with their own preferences, habits, and lifestyles. I enjoy working one-on-one with people to identify their goals and help connect the dots between habits and outcomes.
We might be a perfect fit for each other if you are someone who is looking to make healthy changes to your habits and lifestyle. I have a lot of experience working in clinical settings and have come to understand that health is very individual. This is why blanket statements like "eat less, move more" don't work for everyone. I see each person as someone with their own preferences, habits, and lifestyles. I enjoy working one-on-one with people to identify their goals and help connect the dots between habits and outcomes.
(608) 496-9183 View (608) 496-9183
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Jessica Lind
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
Verified Verified
Wayzata, MN 55391
Hi there! I'm Jess - exciting to find you here! I refer to the care I provide as "nutrition therapy" rather than "dietitian services" because that feels most authentic to me. I have specialty training in eating disorders and a background in mental health, so no matter what sort of support you're looking for this is a safe space to examine all of the factors impacting your eating behaviors. I practice from a "Health At Every Size"-informed lens and include topics of intuitive eating and social justice in the care I provide. My practice has included people of all ages, gender identities, racial backgrounds, and religious beliefs.
Hi there! I'm Jess - exciting to find you here! I refer to the care I provide as "nutrition therapy" rather than "dietitian services" because that feels most authentic to me. I have specialty training in eating disorders and a background in mental health, so no matter what sort of support you're looking for this is a safe space to examine all of the factors impacting your eating behaviors. I practice from a "Health At Every Size"-informed lens and include topics of intuitive eating and social justice in the care I provide. My practice has included people of all ages, gender identities, racial backgrounds, and religious beliefs.
(612) 424-1704 View (612) 424-1704
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Noel Aldrich
Nutritionist/Dietitian, PhD, LN, CNS
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Are you struggling with weight control, digestive pain, infertility, skin disorders, or chronic illness? A healing diet plan can be developed for you that can positively change your life and your home. You desire to see a lasting improvement in health. You desire to gain energy and freedom from chronic pain. You have considered changing the foods you eat, but you do not know where to start. At Nutrition Proportion, Dr. Noel Aldrich will provide information that you can easily use at home. These dietary plans will assist your body toward lasting improvement in health.
Are you struggling with weight control, digestive pain, infertility, skin disorders, or chronic illness? A healing diet plan can be developed for you that can positively change your life and your home. You desire to see a lasting improvement in health. You desire to gain energy and freedom from chronic pain. You have considered changing the foods you eat, but you do not know where to start. At Nutrition Proportion, Dr. Noel Aldrich will provide information that you can easily use at home. These dietary plans will assist your body toward lasting improvement in health.
(651) 564-3708 View (651) 564-3708
Photo of Lori Post, RDN, LD, CLT, Nutritionist/Dietitian
Lori Post
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LD, CLT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edina, MN 55439
I love to empower my clients through nutrition education, giving them the personalized tools and resources they need to optimize their health and well-being. My background in medical nutrition therapy allows me to integrate a clinical approach into realistic nutrition strategies to help you reach your goals. Specialties include healthy eating and wellness for adults, families and children; digestive health; food allergies and hypersensitivities; sports nutrition; weight loss and weight management, women's health from pregnancy through post-menopause; emotional eating and nutrition therapy for chronic diseases.
I love to empower my clients through nutrition education, giving them the personalized tools and resources they need to optimize their health and well-being. My background in medical nutrition therapy allows me to integrate a clinical approach into realistic nutrition strategies to help you reach your goals. Specialties include healthy eating and wellness for adults, families and children; digestive health; food allergies and hypersensitivities; sports nutrition; weight loss and weight management, women's health from pregnancy through post-menopause; emotional eating and nutrition therapy for chronic diseases.
(952) 260-5415 View (952) 260-5415
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Upstream Nutrition
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LD, IFNCP, CLT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialize in functional and integrative nutritional approaches for chronic health problems. My ideal clients are those suffering from mental health concerns, digestive disorders, fibromyalgia/chronic fatigue, headaches/migraines, PCOS/infertility, autoimmune disorders, and other chronic conditions. Working together, I help my clients to learn about their personal nutrient needs, identify adverse food reactions and implement healing plans to revive health and well being. I offer specialized testing to understand your individual biochemistry, and recommend nutritional supplements on an individual basis. No cookie cutter programs!
I specialize in functional and integrative nutritional approaches for chronic health problems. My ideal clients are those suffering from mental health concerns, digestive disorders, fibromyalgia/chronic fatigue, headaches/migraines, PCOS/infertility, autoimmune disorders, and other chronic conditions. Working together, I help my clients to learn about their personal nutrient needs, identify adverse food reactions and implement healing plans to revive health and well being. I offer specialized testing to understand your individual biochemistry, and recommend nutritional supplements on an individual basis. No cookie cutter programs!
(612) 223-7379 View (612) 223-7379
Photo of Jen Sletten, RD, MA, Nutritionist/Dietitian
Jen Sletten
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, MA
Verified Verified
Stillwater, MN 55082
I LOVE helping people live healthier. My style is highly comprehensive - looking at the many pieces that make up our nutritional health. I am skillful at helping people reach a healthier weight (especially those who have attempted other ways unsuccessfully). I am also passionate about topics like brain health, good mood foods, preteen/teen nutrition, ADHD/ADD, confidence and self- esteem, nutrient deficiencies, eating best for your DNA, food sensitivity and anti-inflammation recommendations (Leap MRT testing). I also have a significant clinical background so eating for healthy aging and disease prevention is also in my wheelhouse.
I LOVE helping people live healthier. My style is highly comprehensive - looking at the many pieces that make up our nutritional health. I am skillful at helping people reach a healthier weight (especially those who have attempted other ways unsuccessfully). I am also passionate about topics like brain health, good mood foods, preteen/teen nutrition, ADHD/ADD, confidence and self- esteem, nutrient deficiencies, eating best for your DNA, food sensitivity and anti-inflammation recommendations (Leap MRT testing). I also have a significant clinical background so eating for healthy aging and disease prevention is also in my wheelhouse.
(651) 505-8482 View (651) 505-8482
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Jan Patenaude
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, CLT
Verified Verified
56 Endorsed
Serves Area
Do your clients have chronic inflammatory health problems such as heartburn, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), headaches, migraines, arthritis, Crohn's, colitis, Eosinophilic Esophagitis, sinusitis, fibromyalgia, chronic pain or eczema? Get them well quickly by becoming a Certified LEAP Therapist! I've used the Evidence-Based LEAP Protocol based on MRT Testing since 2002 and I still think it's the best protocol for well-selected clients! My Mentoring comes to you at no additional cost!
Do your clients have chronic inflammatory health problems such as heartburn, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), headaches, migraines, arthritis, Crohn's, colitis, Eosinophilic Esophagitis, sinusitis, fibromyalgia, chronic pain or eczema? Get them well quickly by becoming a Certified LEAP Therapist! I've used the Evidence-Based LEAP Protocol based on MRT Testing since 2002 and I still think it's the best protocol for well-selected clients! My Mentoring comes to you at no additional cost!
(970) 340-2372 View (970) 340-2372
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Brittan Donohoe
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LD
Verified Verified
Online Only
My goal is to walk beside you on your journey to feeling better about meeting your unique nutritional needs. My hope is to help you reconnect with your body by identifying hunger and fullness cues, helping to manage critical thoughts about food or checking in on your grocery list. We can partner together to address your concerns to allow you to feel better physically and mentally so you can rebuild, strengthen and enjoy your relationship with food. My approach includes prescriptive, intuitive and mindful eating.
My goal is to walk beside you on your journey to feeling better about meeting your unique nutritional needs. My hope is to help you reconnect with your body by identifying hunger and fullness cues, helping to manage critical thoughts about food or checking in on your grocery list. We can partner together to address your concerns to allow you to feel better physically and mentally so you can rebuild, strengthen and enjoy your relationship with food. My approach includes prescriptive, intuitive and mindful eating.
(612) 324-5263 View (612) 324-5263
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Lauren Furgiuele
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55417
I work with adults looking to take a food-first approach to balance hormones, optimize fertility, improve gut issues, support autoimmunity, increase energy, and reduce cravings, aches, and pains. While trained in functional nutrition, I focus on treating the whole person with not only nutrition, but other evidence-based health practices such as movement, stress management, and sleep hygiene to address root causes. My goal is to leave you with less confusion and cravings, and more energy to live your life day-to-day, confidence in your ability to maintain your health, and excitement around food!
I work with adults looking to take a food-first approach to balance hormones, optimize fertility, improve gut issues, support autoimmunity, increase energy, and reduce cravings, aches, and pains. While trained in functional nutrition, I focus on treating the whole person with not only nutrition, but other evidence-based health practices such as movement, stress management, and sleep hygiene to address root causes. My goal is to leave you with less confusion and cravings, and more energy to live your life day-to-day, confidence in your ability to maintain your health, and excitement around food!
(828) 383-9686 View (828) 383-9686
Photo of Samantha Hargreaves, MPH, RD, LD, Nutritionist/Dietitian
Samantha Hargreaves
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MPH, RD, LD
Verified Verified
Online Only
Are you ready to reclaim your joy, time, and confidence through nutrition and wellness? Through Intuitive Eating and the Health at Every Size® approach, I am here to support you in your pursuit of well-being without fad diets, restriction, or a focus on your weight. We‘ll define what health means to you and focus on the behaviors and habits that can help you feel your best, while still letting you enjoy all of the foods and activities you love. I practice evidence-based nutrition, but always combine my knowledge with your lived experience so my approach is 100% individualized.
Are you ready to reclaim your joy, time, and confidence through nutrition and wellness? Through Intuitive Eating and the Health at Every Size® approach, I am here to support you in your pursuit of well-being without fad diets, restriction, or a focus on your weight. We‘ll define what health means to you and focus on the behaviors and habits that can help you feel your best, while still letting you enjoy all of the foods and activities you love. I practice evidence-based nutrition, but always combine my knowledge with your lived experience so my approach is 100% individualized.
(612) 688-9247 View (612) 688-9247
Photo of Cindi Lynn Lockhart - Lockhart Wellness Solutions, LLC, RDN, LD, IFNCP, Nutritionist/Dietitian
Lockhart Wellness Solutions, LLC
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LD, IFNCP
Verified Verified
East Bethel, MN 55005
We invite you to work with us if you have tried everything and seen everyone yet still struggle to get results. If you have been told you are just fine, or it's in your head, yet still struggle with symptoms we are here to help you. You are ready to invest in YOU to optimize how you feel and function on a daily basis and get those results you have been working so hard to achieve. You are ready and willing to commit the time and energy to make the proper adjustments in your nutrition and lifestyle to optimize your digestive system, hormone balance, energy & sleep, and weight.
We invite you to work with us if you have tried everything and seen everyone yet still struggle to get results. If you have been told you are just fine, or it's in your head, yet still struggle with symptoms we are here to help you. You are ready to invest in YOU to optimize how you feel and function on a daily basis and get those results you have been working so hard to achieve. You are ready and willing to commit the time and energy to make the proper adjustments in your nutrition and lifestyle to optimize your digestive system, hormone balance, energy & sleep, and weight.
(612) 688-5319 View (612) 688-5319
FAQs - About Nutritionists and Dietitians

How can I find a dietitian or nutritionist in 55113?

To find dietitians and nutritionists near you, input your city, town, suburb, zip code, or a provider's name in the search bar at the top of the page. From there, you can filter by specialty, treatment technique, and gender to find a dietitian or nutritionist who matches your needs.

When you visit a dietitian or nutritionist's profile, you can get a better idea if they're the right fit for you. Consider things like session cost, accepted insurance plans, and their location or telehealth options. If someone seems like a good match, you can email them or call the number on their profile. When speaking with a professional, pay attention to whether or not you feel comfortable in the conversation and how knowledgeable they are about your specific nutrition concerns. It may also be helpful to ask more about their general approach to nutrition and the training behind their credentials.

What is the difference between a dietitian and a nutritionist?

The terms dietitian and nutritionist are often used interchangeably. However, there are actually key credential differences between dietitians and nutritionists that are important to keep in mind when seeking a nutrition professional.

A registered dietitian (RD) or registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) has earned at least a graduate degree from an accredited program, completed a supervised practice program, passed the Commission on Dietetic Registration exam, and continues their education regularly. The RD and RDN credentials are regulated by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the largest nutrition-related organization in the country. Only professionals who meet their standards can call themselves an RD or RDN and enjoy privileges like billing insurance. Additionally, RDs and RDNs can get board certifications in specialized areas such as gerontological nutrition (CSG), sports dietetics (CSSD), pediatric nutrition (CSP), renal nutrition (CSR), or oncology nutrition (CSO). They also need state licensure, which usually aligns with national requirements.

In contrast, the title "nutritionist" doesn't require any formal education or credentials; anyone can use the title of nutritionist, including those with very limited or no formal training in nutrition. Although there are certification programs that are marketed toward those interested in nutrition counseling, the rigor and academic requirements for such programs varies greatly. These important differences between dietitians and nutritionists are thus very important to consider when choosing the right nutrition professional for your needs. To be listed in the HealthProfs directory, Nutritionists must have a minimum of a Masters Degree in a relevant field.

When should I see a dietitian or a nutritionist?

Clients seek nutritional support from dietitians and nutritionists for various reasons, ranging from medical conditions to lifestyle concerns like weight loss or dietary requirements; however, it's always important to find a professional who is a good fit for you. Consider factors such as insurance coverage, your specific medical or dietary concerns, and the availability of professionals near you to determine whether a dietitian or nutritionist may be a better fit.

Generally, nutritionists are not covered by insurance, whereas Registered Dietitians (RDs) often are, especially for those with medical conditions. If you have a chronic medical condition like cancer or kidney disease, you might want to seek out an RD with specialized expertise, such as a Board Certified Specialist in Oncology Nutrition (CSO) or a Board Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition (CSR). These credentials indicate advanced education and a commitment to ongoing learning within a specific area. Additionally, consider the availability of professionals in your area and their openness to telehealth sessions. While the field of dietetics is growing, there may not always be a wide selection of professionals, especially in rural areas. In such cases, focusing on the experience and expertise of the nutrition professional can be more important than their specific credentials.

Do I need a referral to see a dietitian or a nutritionist?

A referral is not required to see a dietitian or nutritionist, and many individuals independently seek nutritional support without prior medical advice. However, for a nutrition service to be covered by insurance, a referral from a primary care physician or another medical professional may be necessary. In such cases, a referral is typically made for those who have been formally diagnosed with a medical condition requiring nutrition counseling, such as diabetes or hypertension. If insurance coverage is critical to a client's ability to see a dietitian, they should contact their insurance provider to determine if a referral is needed for nutritional counseling and to understand any potential co-pays or coverage limits that may apply in their individual circumstance.

How much does it cost to see a dietitian or a nutritionist?

The cost of seeing a dietitian or nutritionist depends on a number of variables, including their location, their specialty, whether they take insurance, and the professional's experience and training. On average, the cost of out-of-pocket sessions with a dietitian or nutritionist within the United States ranges from $50-$150. In some cases, nutrition professionals will require a longer initial evaluation session that will cost more than ongoing follow-up sessions. Dietitians and nutritionists may also offer packages for clients interested in longer-term nutritional support; in such cases, they may charge monthly or other periodic fees for more comprehensive services, such as a combination of nutrition sessions and out-of-session coaching support. If nutrition services are covered by a client's insurance plan and they are eligible for coverage based on any referral requirements, the out-of-pocket cost of seeing a dietitian may be completely covered or significantly reduced.

Are consultations with a dietitian or nutritionist covered by insurance?

If your insurance covers nutrition services, the cost is usually lower than paying out-of-pocket. However, insurance coverage can vary based on factors like your specific plan details, whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network provider, and whether you have a referral for nutrition services based on a medical diagnosis.

Coverage also depends on the type of nutrition service. Typically, insurance plans only cover services provided by a licensed Registered Dietitian (RD) and do not cover those offered by nutritionists or nutrition coaches without the RD credential. If nutrition services are not covered by your insurance, some dietitians and nutritionists may offer sliding scale rates or lower-cost services for clients who cannot afford their full fee. However, these spots are often limited and may not always be available.