Nutritionists and Dietitians in 80501

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Bite for Bite Nutrition
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LMNT
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Our ideal client feels overwhelmed and stuck. They may be struggling with weight changes, abnormal labs, a new diagnosis, digestive concerns, or feeding challenges with their child. They want clear, realistic guidance that fits their busy life, not another restrictive plan. They value evidence based care, accountability, and compassion. Their goal is to feel confident in their nutrition choices, improve labs or symptoms, and create sustainable habits for themselves or their family.
Our ideal client feels overwhelmed and stuck. They may be struggling with weight changes, abnormal labs, a new diagnosis, digestive concerns, or feeding challenges with their child. They want clear, realistic guidance that fits their busy life, not another restrictive plan. They value evidence based care, accountability, and compassion. Their goal is to feel confident in their nutrition choices, improve labs or symptoms, and create sustainable habits for themselves or their family.
(970) 548-0830 View (970) 548-0830
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Malia Dunn
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, CEDRD, CPT
Serves Area
As a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist, I can help you pursue eating disorder recovery, make peace with food, and heal with nutrition. I have been trained and supervised by the Intuitive Eating founders, Elyse Resch and Evelyn Tribole, and received my Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor certification.
As a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist, I can help you pursue eating disorder recovery, make peace with food, and heal with nutrition. I have been trained and supervised by the Intuitive Eating founders, Elyse Resch and Evelyn Tribole, and received my Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor certification.
(720) 432-1622 View (720) 432-1622
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Margo Gasta
Nutritionist/Dietitian, DCN, RDN, CCH
Serves Area
I provide advanced level integrative and functional nutritional care as well as homeopathy. I help people who are struggling with difficult chronic, complicated health issues who would like to add nutrition and homeopathy as a complement to their conventional medical care. I use nutritional testing to help pinpoint the root cause of your symptoms and to help balance your nutritional biochemistry. I also provide group coaching for people struggling with emotional and stress overeating. Please visit my website for more information and to book a free discovery call www.nutritionbymargo.com.
I provide advanced level integrative and functional nutritional care as well as homeopathy. I help people who are struggling with difficult chronic, complicated health issues who would like to add nutrition and homeopathy as a complement to their conventional medical care. I use nutritional testing to help pinpoint the root cause of your symptoms and to help balance your nutritional biochemistry. I also provide group coaching for people struggling with emotional and stress overeating. Please visit my website for more information and to book a free discovery call www.nutritionbymargo.com.
(720) 580-5746 View (720) 580-5746
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Melinda Benz LLC
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hello! I'm Melinda Benz, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. Are you interested in starting or modifying a plant-based or vegan lifestyle for your health, animal welfare, the environment, or all of the above? From common plant-based and vegan-related questions, such as "Where do you get your protein?", “How do you meet calcium needs for bone health?" or "Aren’t vegan diets too restrictive?" can make the abundance of nutrition information out there feel overwhelming when trying to make sustainable eating habits and lifestyle changes.
Hello! I'm Melinda Benz, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. Are you interested in starting or modifying a plant-based or vegan lifestyle for your health, animal welfare, the environment, or all of the above? From common plant-based and vegan-related questions, such as "Where do you get your protein?", “How do you meet calcium needs for bone health?" or "Aren’t vegan diets too restrictive?" can make the abundance of nutrition information out there feel overwhelming when trying to make sustainable eating habits and lifestyle changes.
(720) 741-6499 View (720) 741-6499

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Becky Bell
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, IFNCP, CLT
1 Endorsed
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Ready to get rid of bloating, digestive issues, and and chronic fatigue? I use a functional approach to nutrition to help you get the root cause of your symptoms and find relief from your symptoms so you can reclaim your health, vibrant life. Even if you've been told your labs are "normal," I'll help you get to the bottom of the symptoms that are keeping you from feeling your best. I take a whole-person, personalized approach to your wellness. I'll give you a clear strategy to transform your health and help you make realistic and sustainable nutrition and lifestyle changes that will allow you to reach your goals.
Ready to get rid of bloating, digestive issues, and and chronic fatigue? I use a functional approach to nutrition to help you get the root cause of your symptoms and find relief from your symptoms so you can reclaim your health, vibrant life. Even if you've been told your labs are "normal," I'll help you get to the bottom of the symptoms that are keeping you from feeling your best. I take a whole-person, personalized approach to your wellness. I'll give you a clear strategy to transform your health and help you make realistic and sustainable nutrition and lifestyle changes that will allow you to reach your goals.
(720) 817-6853 View (720) 817-6853
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Dr. Kristy Hall
Nutritionist/Dietitian, DSc, MS, BCHN, RNCP, ROHP
Loveland, CO 80538
Kristy specializes in nutrition, epigenetics, and neural entrainment empowering people to maximize their health. Using scientific tools and evidence-based research, I develop a unique program customized to fit your health and wellness needs. Health is like a 7 layer dip: diet, lifestyle, environment, family history, diagnoses, signs & symptoms, and epigenetics. Your genes make up about 30% of your health. While you can't control the genes you get you can support where you have inherent weaknesses.
Kristy specializes in nutrition, epigenetics, and neural entrainment empowering people to maximize their health. Using scientific tools and evidence-based research, I develop a unique program customized to fit your health and wellness needs. Health is like a 7 layer dip: diet, lifestyle, environment, family history, diagnoses, signs & symptoms, and epigenetics. Your genes make up about 30% of your health. While you can't control the genes you get you can support where you have inherent weaknesses.
(970) 660-5119 View (970) 660-5119
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Grit & Grace Nutrition
Nutritionist/Dietitian, NBC-HWC, BSCN/LN, CNS-C
Greeley, CO 80634
For as long as I can remember, I’ve been navigating the complex world of health, wellness, and even illness. Not only providing nutrition and wellness services for others, but I was personally diagnosed with Sjögren’s Disease nearly 30 years ago, and survived a carbon monoxide poisoning event. I’ve experienced firsthand what it means to live with chronic illness, fatigue, taking numerous medications, and navigating unanswered questions.
For as long as I can remember, I’ve been navigating the complex world of health, wellness, and even illness. Not only providing nutrition and wellness services for others, but I was personally diagnosed with Sjögren’s Disease nearly 30 years ago, and survived a carbon monoxide poisoning event. I’ve experienced firsthand what it means to live with chronic illness, fatigue, taking numerous medications, and navigating unanswered questions.
(970) 703-8999 View (970) 703-8999
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Lauren Keyser
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LD
Serves Area
My ideal client is someone feeling stuck in cycles of dieting, food rules, or body distress, often alongside anxiety, trauma, or other mental health concerns. They may feel disconnected from their body, overwhelmed by food decisions, or exhausted by trying to “get it right.” They want relief from constant food noise and a more peaceful, sustainable relationship with eating and their body. They’re seeking compassionate, weight-neutral support that honors their lived experiences, supports healing at their own pace, and helps them nourish themselves in a way that truly fits their real life—not rigid rules or quick fixes.
My ideal client is someone feeling stuck in cycles of dieting, food rules, or body distress, often alongside anxiety, trauma, or other mental health concerns. They may feel disconnected from their body, overwhelmed by food decisions, or exhausted by trying to “get it right.” They want relief from constant food noise and a more peaceful, sustainable relationship with eating and their body. They’re seeking compassionate, weight-neutral support that honors their lived experiences, supports healing at their own pace, and helps them nourish themselves in a way that truly fits their real life—not rigid rules or quick fixes.
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Maria Seitz
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LD
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Maria is a Registered Dietitian who strongly believes in improving physical, mental, and emotional health through nutrition. Maria enjoys using her clinical background to help others navigate their unique nutritional needs by providing individualized interventions. Maria believes in a patient-centered, evidenced-based approach to nutrition care. She will help you achieve your nutrition goals through education, counseling, and therapeutic modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, exposure response prevention therapy, and medical nutrition therapy.
Maria is a Registered Dietitian who strongly believes in improving physical, mental, and emotional health through nutrition. Maria enjoys using her clinical background to help others navigate their unique nutritional needs by providing individualized interventions. Maria believes in a patient-centered, evidenced-based approach to nutrition care. She will help you achieve your nutrition goals through education, counseling, and therapeutic modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, exposure response prevention therapy, and medical nutrition therapy.
(872) 259-9747 View (872) 259-9747
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Cara Ann Marrs
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, CLT
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work with clients of all ages to live their healthiest and happiest life. I work with people for women's health in midlife, sports nutrition, weight management, gut and food sensitivity health, chronic disease management, pregnancy, and every aspect of wellness in a functional medicine model. I can help you achieve attainable results while getting off of the constant cycle of yo-yo dieting and feeling unwell. I have studied years of functional medicine training and have certifications in UESCA sports coaching as well as food sensitivity testing and am currently studying for my CSSD.
I work with clients of all ages to live their healthiest and happiest life. I work with people for women's health in midlife, sports nutrition, weight management, gut and food sensitivity health, chronic disease management, pregnancy, and every aspect of wellness in a functional medicine model. I can help you achieve attainable results while getting off of the constant cycle of yo-yo dieting and feeling unwell. I have studied years of functional medicine training and have certifications in UESCA sports coaching as well as food sensitivity testing and am currently studying for my CSSD.
(970) 875-6524 View (970) 875-6524
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Ali Fox Nutrition Counseling
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD
Serves Area
Welcome! I'm Ali Fox, a registered dietitian in Bozeman Montana. I graduated from Montana State University (MSU) with a Bachelor of Science in Food and Nutrition, and completed my post graduate internship at MSU with a focus on Medical Nutrition Therapy. Following graduation, I developed a passion for helping those suffering with eating disorders and disordered eating, and have dedicated my career to helping clients heal their relationship with food, exercise and their body.
Welcome! I'm Ali Fox, a registered dietitian in Bozeman Montana. I graduated from Montana State University (MSU) with a Bachelor of Science in Food and Nutrition, and completed my post graduate internship at MSU with a focus on Medical Nutrition Therapy. Following graduation, I developed a passion for helping those suffering with eating disorders and disordered eating, and have dedicated my career to helping clients heal their relationship with food, exercise and their body.
(406) 412-3710 View (406) 412-3710
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Haleigh Augspols
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LDN
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Passionate about nourishing bodies with evidence-based nutrition, Haleigh is a registered dietitian committed to guiding you through the maze of healthy eating. Haleigh loves helping her clients make small changes to their lifestyle that makes a huge difference to their health. Haleigh is dedicated to assisting clients with a mind-body approach to a healthier lifestyle through education on intuitive eating, stress reduction and a whole foods approach. She is a “non-diet” dietitian and strongly supports making changes that work for each person as an individual.
Passionate about nourishing bodies with evidence-based nutrition, Haleigh is a registered dietitian committed to guiding you through the maze of healthy eating. Haleigh loves helping her clients make small changes to their lifestyle that makes a huge difference to their health. Haleigh is dedicated to assisting clients with a mind-body approach to a healthier lifestyle through education on intuitive eating, stress reduction and a whole foods approach. She is a “non-diet” dietitian and strongly supports making changes that work for each person as an individual.
(312) 779-1450 View (312) 779-1450
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Vanessa Berenstein
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MA, RD, FMN, CCH
Boulder, CO 80305
With over 15 years of experience helping leaders detox holistically and elevate their vitality, I combine science, ancient wisdom, and spiritual insight to guide deep transformation. In just one session, you'll gain clarity on the root causes of your health blocks, receive a personalized, actionable roadmap, and walk away feeling empowered, energized, and aligned with your highest potential.
With over 15 years of experience helping leaders detox holistically and elevate their vitality, I combine science, ancient wisdom, and spiritual insight to guide deep transformation. In just one session, you'll gain clarity on the root causes of your health blocks, receive a personalized, actionable roadmap, and walk away feeling empowered, energized, and aligned with your highest potential.
(646) 395-9643 View (646) 395-9643
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Nicole Eckman
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, CLT
Fort Collins, CO 80526
My name is Nicole Eckman, and I have been a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist since 2001. I use the Integrative and Functional Nutrition approach to healing, which emphasizes the body’s interconnected systems and aims to restore optimal function through targeted dietary, nutrient, and lifestyle modifications. This patient-centered approach looks at the root of your condition, rather than the symptoms alone, I will help you modify your diet and lifestyle to provide a supportive healing environment for chronic conditions such as Gut issues, autoimmune conditions, hormonal imbalances, blood sugar dysregulation, food intolerances,
My name is Nicole Eckman, and I have been a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist since 2001. I use the Integrative and Functional Nutrition approach to healing, which emphasizes the body’s interconnected systems and aims to restore optimal function through targeted dietary, nutrient, and lifestyle modifications. This patient-centered approach looks at the root of your condition, rather than the symptoms alone, I will help you modify your diet and lifestyle to provide a supportive healing environment for chronic conditions such as Gut issues, autoimmune conditions, hormonal imbalances, blood sugar dysregulation, food intolerances,
(970) 237-3937 View (970) 237-3937
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Kristin Woodbury
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Kristin specializes in working with adults and adolescents with Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, PCOS, Digestive Conditions, IBS, Low FODMAP, Chron's, and Pre/Post Natal Nutrition, and Diabetes. Kristin offers a positive approach to nutrition by focusing on building a healthy relationship with food, making lifestyle changes, goal setting and problem solving to overcome barriers. She believes in staying positive, and that it’s never too late to make lifestyle changes that can lead to a healthier life. Kristin became a dietitian after the experience of caregiving in high school for her grandmother.
Kristin specializes in working with adults and adolescents with Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, PCOS, Digestive Conditions, IBS, Low FODMAP, Chron's, and Pre/Post Natal Nutrition, and Diabetes. Kristin offers a positive approach to nutrition by focusing on building a healthy relationship with food, making lifestyle changes, goal setting and problem solving to overcome barriers. She believes in staying positive, and that it’s never too late to make lifestyle changes that can lead to a healthier life. Kristin became a dietitian after the experience of caregiving in high school for her grandmother.
(332) 249-8428 View (332) 249-8428
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Malou Aragon Nichols
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN
Fort Collins, CO 80525
Malou /mah-loo/ sees individuals as experts in their lived experience and believes in their inherent wholeness. They view cultural food and foodways as an integral part of our relationship with self, health, and nature. She identifies as a Filipino/a/x dietitian because it holds cultural, social significance to them and influences their care work. They bring humility to their work, aspiring to cultivate embodied relationships with food and well-being. She is passionate about supporting folks with complex medical concerns and prioritizes a weight-inclusive or fat-positive approach.
Malou /mah-loo/ sees individuals as experts in their lived experience and believes in their inherent wholeness. They view cultural food and foodways as an integral part of our relationship with self, health, and nature. She identifies as a Filipino/a/x dietitian because it holds cultural, social significance to them and influences their care work. They bring humility to their work, aspiring to cultivate embodied relationships with food and well-being. She is passionate about supporting folks with complex medical concerns and prioritizes a weight-inclusive or fat-positive approach.
(970) 442-9670 View (970) 442-9670
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Mia O'Brien-Combs
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MPH, RDN, LDN
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi! I'm Mia (she/her). I’m a Registered Dietitian dedicated to providing culturally centered, accessible, and compassionate nutrition care. I am committed to providing HAES-aligned evidence based care that also honors and celebrates your lived experience. I utilize intuitive eating principles and motivational interviewing with an “all foods fit” and gentle nutrition approach.I will work with you from a place of curiosity and together we will develop tools, skills, and knowledge to better understand and nourish your body while working towards your health goals.
Hi! I'm Mia (she/her). I’m a Registered Dietitian dedicated to providing culturally centered, accessible, and compassionate nutrition care. I am committed to providing HAES-aligned evidence based care that also honors and celebrates your lived experience. I utilize intuitive eating principles and motivational interviewing with an “all foods fit” and gentle nutrition approach.I will work with you from a place of curiosity and together we will develop tools, skills, and knowledge to better understand and nourish your body while working towards your health goals.
(904) 601-1243 View (904) 601-1243
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Emily Forzley
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, CEDS
Serves Area
Understanding nutrition can feel impossible in a world where information can become skewed by diet culture and trendy food fads. My goal as a dietitian is to provide the space where we can break it all down and learn about nutrition from a neutral lens. I practice from a non-diet, weight-inclusive approach to help you work toward finding peace with food and your body. Food can be so much more than just nourishment, and my hope is to help you find food freedom.
Understanding nutrition can feel impossible in a world where information can become skewed by diet culture and trendy food fads. My goal as a dietitian is to provide the space where we can break it all down and learn about nutrition from a neutral lens. I practice from a non-diet, weight-inclusive approach to help you work toward finding peace with food and your body. Food can be so much more than just nourishment, and my hope is to help you find food freedom.
(720) 989-1198 View (720) 989-1198
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Jess Sorci Functional Nutritionist LLC
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, CNS, LDN
Serves Area
Greetings! I am Jess Sorci is a nutritionist and functional medicine practitioner working with clients with complex health issues, including autoimmune disorders, digestive imbalances, hormone and thyroid dysregulation, and much more. Specifically, I specializes in autoimmune thyroid disorders, Hashimoto's Thyroiditis, and Graves Disease. I take a different approach to care and profoundly understands that those struggling with chronic health issues often have emotional concerns or have experienced stressful life events.
Greetings! I am Jess Sorci is a nutritionist and functional medicine practitioner working with clients with complex health issues, including autoimmune disorders, digestive imbalances, hormone and thyroid dysregulation, and much more. Specifically, I specializes in autoimmune thyroid disorders, Hashimoto's Thyroiditis, and Graves Disease. I take a different approach to care and profoundly understands that those struggling with chronic health issues often have emotional concerns or have experienced stressful life events.
(720) 707-2556 View (720) 707-2556
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Essential Nutrition, LLC
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, CIEC
Boulder, CO 80303
Looking for a nutrition professional who listens & takes your concerns to heart? Who tailors advice to YOUR unique needs? Who communicates with your healthcare providers on your behalf? At Essential Nutrition we care about your health & well-being. We take great pride in making sure we provide the best nutritional care possible. We are a group practice of Registered Dietitians who specialize in a variety of health conditions. We are "anti-dieting," "pro-peace" with food and bodies; and we blend evidence-based care with best practices of integrative medicine. We LOVE what we do. And we would love to help you! Please contact us today!
Looking for a nutrition professional who listens & takes your concerns to heart? Who tailors advice to YOUR unique needs? Who communicates with your healthcare providers on your behalf? At Essential Nutrition we care about your health & well-being. We take great pride in making sure we provide the best nutritional care possible. We are a group practice of Registered Dietitians who specialize in a variety of health conditions. We are "anti-dieting," "pro-peace" with food and bodies; and we blend evidence-based care with best practices of integrative medicine. We LOVE what we do. And we would love to help you! Please contact us today!
(720) 636-9178 View (720) 636-9178
FAQs - About Nutritionists and Dietitians

How can I find a dietitian or nutritionist in 80501?

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.