Diabetes Nutritionists and Dietitians in 70606

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Daphne Olivier
Nutritionist/Dietitian, LDN, RD, CDCES, CLT, IFNCP
Serves Area
You are not alone. If you are sick and tired of being sick and tired the way you feed your body may be the culprit. We can work together to resolve blood sugar imbalances, food cravings, thyroid dysfunction, IBS and more with personalized diets, testing, & natural supplements. It is my pleasure to serve you. Contact my scheduling team at LWell to set up your appointment.
You are not alone. If you are sick and tired of being sick and tired the way you feed your body may be the culprit. We can work together to resolve blood sugar imbalances, food cravings, thyroid dysfunction, IBS and more with personalized diets, testing, & natural supplements. It is my pleasure to serve you. Contact my scheduling team at LWell to set up your appointment.
(337) 397-4751 View (337) 397-4751

More Dietitians and Nutritionists Nearby

Photo of Lynzi Glasscock - Healthy Living Nutrition, Nutritionist/Dietitian, MPH, RDN, LDN, CHES, CLT
Healthy Living Nutrition
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MPH, RDN, LDN, CHES, CLT
Serves Area
Struggling with managing a condition like Diabetes, IBS, or Celiac disease?
Let us help you cut through the confusion and create a practical nutrition plan to improve your health and reach your goals. We do this through assessing your current lifestyle/eating habits and recommending simple changes and providing meal plans, recipes, & resources that lead to big health impacts. We also offer food sensitivity test support & meal plans.
Struggling with managing a condition like Diabetes, IBS, or Celiac disease?
Let us help you cut through the confusion and create a practical nutrition plan to improve your health and reach your goals. We do this through assessing your current lifestyle/eating habits and recommending simple changes and providing meal plans, recipes, & resources that lead to big health impacts. We also offer food sensitivity test support & meal plans.
(337) 636-6585 View (337) 636-6585
Photo of Jessica Hayes - JMH Nutrition Consulting LLC, Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN
JMH Nutrition Consulting LLC
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN
Online Only
Are you tired of not knowing how to manage your diabetes and kidney health?
When you choose JMH Nutrition Consulting, you will receive individualized support that includes customized meal plans that are unique to your journey and lifestyle! Let us help provide you with the education and daily skills to put enjoyment back into your daily meals.
Are you tired of not knowing how to manage your diabetes and kidney health?
When you choose JMH Nutrition Consulting, you will receive individualized support that includes customized meal plans that are unique to your journey and lifestyle! Let us help provide you with the education and daily skills to put enjoyment back into your daily meals.
(318) 705-3110 View (318) 705-3110

Online Dietitians and Nutritionists

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Kristen Crowley
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, MS, LDN
Lafayette, LA 70503
I work with patients to find the root cause of health issues with a more integrated approach to nutrition for healing. My goal is to teach you about optimal health, nourishing your body and supplementing your lifestyle with a holistic view. My clients see results through weight management, blood sugar balancing, hormone balancing and resolving underlying issues. With an indivudualized, food first, approach you'll feel good in your body again.
I work with patients to find the root cause of health issues with a more integrated approach to nutrition for healing. My goal is to teach you about optimal health, nourishing your body and supplementing your lifestyle with a holistic view. My clients see results through weight management, blood sugar balancing, hormone balancing and resolving underlying issues. With an indivudualized, food first, approach you'll feel good in your body again.
(337) 324-9471 View (337) 324-9471
Diabetes Nutritionists and Dietitians
What is diabetes?
Diabetes is a metabolic condition characterized by excessively high blood sugar levels due to insufficient insulin. Insulin is a hormone essential for reducing blood sugar by enabling cells to absorb glucose from the bloodstream. Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition where the pancreas fails to produce enough insulin due to an inflammatory process affecting insulin-producing cells. In contrast, type 2 diabetes is an acquired condition resulting from a combination of genetic and lifestyle factors, such as obesity and physical inactivity. In type 2 diabetes, the body has an impaired response to insulin, known as "insulin resistance." Even if the pancreas produces a normal amount of insulin, the body stops responding effectively to the hormone, resulting in impaired glucose uptake into cells.

Is type 2 diabetes caused by a bad diet?
Type 2 diabetes is a complex disease influenced by both genetic and lifestyle factors. Research has shown that poor diet is a major contributor, particularly the consumption of sugar-rich foods and refined carbohydrates, which can lead to insulin resistance. An unhealthy diet promoting obesity is another risk factor, as excess weight increases the likelihood of developing type 2 diabetes. Additional lifestyle factors such as physical inactivity, smoking, and excessive alcohol consumption also contribute to the disease's onset. These elements collectively underscore the importance of healthy diet choices in preventing type 2 diabetes.

How does nutrition affect diabetes?
Nutrition plays a vital role in managing both type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Keeping track of carbohydrate intake is essential for proper insulin dosing and maintaining healthy blood sugar levels. To manage blood sugar effectively, many people with diabetes avoid foods that cause spikes in blood sugar, like sugary snacks and refined carbs such as white bread. Instead, they focus on foods that help stabilize blood sugar, like healthy fats and high-fiber options. Portion control and eating meals at regular times are also important for keeping blood sugar levels steady.

How can a dietitian help someone with diabetes?
Dietitians play a crucial role in assisting individuals with diabetes through lifestyle modification strategies and symptom management. Their expertise is particularly valuable for those recently diagnosed or at risk of developing diabetes. Dietitians provide guidance on tracking carbohydrate intake and appropriately dosing insulin, which is essential for effective diabetes management. For individuals with type 2 diabetes, dietitians can help design weight loss plans and recommend specific dietary modifications, such as increasing the intake of plant-based foods, to promote a healthier lifestyle. In addition, dietitians will often work with other medical professionals on a patient's care team to help the patient navigate symptoms and can thus help the patient integrate input from various professional sources in the management of their condition.