Gastrointestinal (GI) Nutritionists and Dietitians in 92502
Hello! I am a California-based Registered Dietitian with the group practice, Karuna Wellness Studio, who sees clients both virtually across the U.S. Karuna is a group practice specializing in nutrition and movement services through a anti-diet, HAES-aligned, weight-neutral approach. We integrate the pillars of lifestyle medicine and nutritional psychiatry to serve as health advocates for our clients, promoting both physical and mental health. I truly enjoy helping clients explore their relationship with food, movement and their bodies.
Hello! I am a California-based Registered Dietitian with the group practice, Karuna Wellness Studio, who sees clients both virtually across the U.S. Karuna is a group practice specializing in nutrition and movement services through a anti-diet, HAES-aligned, weight-neutral approach. We integrate the pillars of lifestyle medicine and nutritional psychiatry to serve as health advocates for our clients, promoting both physical and mental health. I truly enjoy helping clients explore their relationship with food, movement and their bodies.
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I understand firsthand the journey of battling autoimmune diseases, gut issues, and thyroid imbalances, as I have navigated similar paths in my own life.
Genetics: I use cutting-edge DNA testing to personalize nutrition plans and optimize health outcomes with customized dietary strategies tailored to each individual's unique needs.
Food Sensitivities: I utilize Leap MRT food sensitivity testing that enables the identification of specific food triggers that may be contributing to health issues and inflammation
I understand firsthand the journey of battling autoimmune diseases, gut issues, and thyroid imbalances, as I have navigated similar paths in my own life.
Genetics: I use cutting-edge DNA testing to personalize nutrition plans and optimize health outcomes with customized dietary strategies tailored to each individual's unique needs.
Food Sensitivities: I utilize Leap MRT food sensitivity testing that enables the identification of specific food triggers that may be contributing to health issues and inflammation
My specialties include renal/CKD nutrition, weight management, pre- and post-bariatric surgery nutrition support, nutrition while on on GLP-1 medications, diabetes, PCOS, gut health (IBS and IBD, low FODMAP diet guidance), mindful eating practices, improving relationship with food, heart health, and many more.
I work with highly motivated clients of all ages, who are ready to incorporate lifestyle changes to improve health. I provided evidence based guidance to support short and long term health goals through Medical Nutrition Therapy counseling.
My specialties include renal/CKD nutrition, weight management, pre- and post-bariatric surgery nutrition support, nutrition while on on GLP-1 medications, diabetes, PCOS, gut health (IBS and IBD, low FODMAP diet guidance), mindful eating practices, improving relationship with food, heart health, and many more.
I work with highly motivated clients of all ages, who are ready to incorporate lifestyle changes to improve health. I provided evidence based guidance to support short and long term health goals through Medical Nutrition Therapy counseling.
I also specialize in relieving the symptoms associated with GI conditions such as IBS and IBD.
My ideal client is someone who is looking to improve their overall health and well-being with sustainable and realistic changes to their eating patterns. Most of my clients are surprised to discover that the dieting behaviors they have participated in (e.g. restricting calories/macros or avoiding food groups) are actually more harmful to their health than health promoting. I teach my clients how to eat in a way that works best for their individual needs and preferences, remove the guilt associated with eating certain foods, and help them feel confident in their food choices.
I also specialize in relieving the symptoms associated with GI conditions such as IBS and IBD.
My ideal client is someone who is looking to improve their overall health and well-being with sustainable and realistic changes to their eating patterns. Most of my clients are surprised to discover that the dieting behaviors they have participated in (e.g. restricting calories/macros or avoiding food groups) are actually more harmful to their health than health promoting. I teach my clients how to eat in a way that works best for their individual needs and preferences, remove the guilt associated with eating certain foods, and help them feel confident in their food choices.
I help clients with digestive health issues, food sensitivities, weight management, eating disorders and disordered eating.
I help clients achieve their nutrition related health goals by coupling evidenced based practices with function nutrition therapies. I find the root cause of my clients health concerns then develop a personalized nutrition plan that is easy to follow so goals can be achieved.
I help clients with digestive health issues, food sensitivities, weight management, eating disorders and disordered eating.
I help clients achieve their nutrition related health goals by coupling evidenced based practices with function nutrition therapies. I find the root cause of my clients health concerns then develop a personalized nutrition plan that is easy to follow so goals can be achieved.
Some of these symptoms/medical conditions include: Irritable Bowel Syndrome and other digestive disorders, Diarrhea, Arthritis, Migraines, Hashimoto's, Eczema, Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, and Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome.
Do you suffer from digestive disorders? Food sensitivities make you sick? Looking to lose, or gain weight safely? Suffering from uncontrolled diabetes? Do you want a healthy lifestyle? If so, I would love to guide you on your path to wellness.
Some of these symptoms/medical conditions include: Irritable Bowel Syndrome and other digestive disorders, Diarrhea, Arthritis, Migraines, Hashimoto's, Eczema, Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, and Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome.
Do you suffer from digestive disorders? Food sensitivities make you sick? Looking to lose, or gain weight safely? Suffering from uncontrolled diabetes? Do you want a healthy lifestyle? If so, I would love to guide you on your path to wellness.
Food is joy and has transformative powers. Eating right and enjoying each bite is the key to maintaining health and joy associated with meals! It is doable even if you have medical conditions like metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, chronic kidney diseases, heart diseases, or cancer. I believe that you should never fear any food! I am here to support your health and wellness needs with an individualized and holistic approach by keeping your health, wellness and medical nutrition therapy needs in mind, while assuring that your ethnic food preferences remain intact. Ready to take the first step. Call or email now!
Food is joy and has transformative powers. Eating right and enjoying each bite is the key to maintaining health and joy associated with meals! It is doable even if you have medical conditions like metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, chronic kidney diseases, heart diseases, or cancer. I believe that you should never fear any food! I am here to support your health and wellness needs with an individualized and holistic approach by keeping your health, wellness and medical nutrition therapy needs in mind, while assuring that your ethnic food preferences remain intact. Ready to take the first step. Call or email now!
Welcome to Nourish By Aditi. I am Aditi and I am thrilled to be a part of your health journey! I focus on integrative nutrition to get to the root cause of illness and disease. I will provide you with the tools needed to restore, rebuild and rejuvenate your health and achieve ultimate wellness. I am truly passionate about helping people and I would love the opportunity to get to know you. My promise is to empower you to successfully achieve your health goals through non-diet, integrative nutrition consulting and lifestyle practices to feel improvement in health, fitness, and mental strength.
Welcome to Nourish By Aditi. I am Aditi and I am thrilled to be a part of your health journey! I focus on integrative nutrition to get to the root cause of illness and disease. I will provide you with the tools needed to restore, rebuild and rejuvenate your health and achieve ultimate wellness. I am truly passionate about helping people and I would love the opportunity to get to know you. My promise is to empower you to successfully achieve your health goals through non-diet, integrative nutrition consulting and lifestyle practices to feel improvement in health, fitness, and mental strength.
Struggling with digestive issues, period problems, thyroid problems, fertility challenges, or menopause symp?
My approach is rooted in integrative and functional nutrition therapy, designed to heal and support full mind and body wellness. We’ll delve deep, uncovering the underlying factors driving your symptoms through advanced testing, such as comprehensive blood panels, hair tissue mineral analysis, GI-MAP Gut tests, and/ or DUTCH complete hormone testing.
Struggling with digestive issues, period problems, thyroid problems, fertility challenges, or menopause symp?
My approach is rooted in integrative and functional nutrition therapy, designed to heal and support full mind and body wellness. We’ll delve deep, uncovering the underlying factors driving your symptoms through advanced testing, such as comprehensive blood panels, hair tissue mineral analysis, GI-MAP Gut tests, and/ or DUTCH complete hormone testing.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, confused, scared of eating foods due to your digestive disorder diagnosis (Crohn's and Ulcerative Colitis, IBS, gastroparesis, new ileostomy/colostomy, etc)?
The ability to enjoy cultural foods is essential - so is ensuring that your nutritional needs for healing are met. With my clinical experience in treating patients with digestive disorders and nutrition support, I am here to provide evidence-based, culturally sensitive nutrition therapy that is personalized to you.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, confused, scared of eating foods due to your digestive disorder diagnosis (Crohn's and Ulcerative Colitis, IBS, gastroparesis, new ileostomy/colostomy, etc)?
The ability to enjoy cultural foods is essential - so is ensuring that your nutritional needs for healing are met. With my clinical experience in treating patients with digestive disorders and nutrition support, I am here to provide evidence-based, culturally sensitive nutrition therapy that is personalized to you.
Are you struggling with persistent digestive issues, feeling overwhelmed by endless doctor appointments, or frustrated by the lack of clear solutions?
My journey to becoming a dietitian began with my own battle with Celiac Disease. Experiencing the lack of support and understanding firsthand, I dedicated myself to learning everything about nutrition and dietetics to help others navigate their GI issues with empathy and expert guidance.
Are you struggling with persistent digestive issues, feeling overwhelmed by endless doctor appointments, or frustrated by the lack of clear solutions?
My journey to becoming a dietitian began with my own battle with Celiac Disease. Experiencing the lack of support and understanding firsthand, I dedicated myself to learning everything about nutrition and dietetics to help others navigate their GI issues with empathy and expert guidance.
I specialize in helping women with IBS, bloating, reflux, and constipation using personalized nutrition, gut-healing strategies, and optional testing.
I help women who are frustrated, exhausted, and constantly wondering what foods will set her off. She’s been dismissed or overwhelmed by rigid plans that don’t address the root of her symptoms. She just wants to feel normal again - less bloating, more energy, consistent digestion, and peace around food. She wants a plan that works in real life and a provider who listens. She’s ready to stop guessing, feel confident in her body, and finally enjoy food and life again.
I specialize in helping women with IBS, bloating, reflux, and constipation using personalized nutrition, gut-healing strategies, and optional testing.
I help women who are frustrated, exhausted, and constantly wondering what foods will set her off. She’s been dismissed or overwhelmed by rigid plans that don’t address the root of her symptoms. She just wants to feel normal again - less bloating, more energy, consistent digestion, and peace around food. She wants a plan that works in real life and a provider who listens. She’s ready to stop guessing, feel confident in her body, and finally enjoy food and life again.
My ideal client is someone seeking to regain control of their health, whether they’re struggling with weight management, chronic conditions like diabetes or kidney issues, or overall wellness. They need personalized, evidence-based guidance tailored to their unique challenges and lifestyle. Their goal is to improve their health, feel empowered, and achieve sustainable, long-term results. They want clear, practical solutions and compassionate support to make lasting changes for a healthier, happier life.
My ideal client is someone seeking to regain control of their health, whether they’re struggling with weight management, chronic conditions like diabetes or kidney issues, or overall wellness. They need personalized, evidence-based guidance tailored to their unique challenges and lifestyle. Their goal is to improve their health, feel empowered, and achieve sustainable, long-term results. They want clear, practical solutions and compassionate support to make lasting changes for a healthier, happier life.
Do you feel like you can't control your eating food- related behaviors ? Do you see yourself as "fat" when others see you as too thin? Would you say that food and thoughts about food dominate your life? You don't have to be alone in your struggle. My specialized and experienced empathetic approach focuses on you and your personal experience . The science of nutrition is important but struggling clients need support with their emotions around food and eating. Plan of care and recovery is developed carefully with your involvement.
Do you feel like you can't control your eating food- related behaviors ? Do you see yourself as "fat" when others see you as too thin? Would you say that food and thoughts about food dominate your life? You don't have to be alone in your struggle. My specialized and experienced empathetic approach focuses on you and your personal experience . The science of nutrition is important but struggling clients need support with their emotions around food and eating. Plan of care and recovery is developed carefully with your involvement.
We treat all conditions including eating disorders, diabetes, heart disease, women's health issues, gastrointestinal disorders, sports nutrition, allergies, family nutrition, intuitive eating and more.
Contact us today to find out which dietitian on our team would be the best fit for your individual needs!
We treat all conditions including eating disorders, diabetes, heart disease, women's health issues, gastrointestinal disorders, sports nutrition, allergies, family nutrition, intuitive eating and more.
Contact us today to find out which dietitian on our team would be the best fit for your individual needs!
I specialize in a whole system approach for the mind and body wellness to meet individual goals, including; overcoming negative body image, conquer disordered eating, eliminating binge eating, overcoming food choice obsessions, stemming late-night cravings, approaching picky eaters, enhancing performance for athletes, managing autoimmune disorders, preventing and managing diabetes and pre-diabetes, weight loss or weight gain, treat and prevent constipation and other GI complaints.
A great relationship is key to your success! A simple, 30-minute discovery phone call will help me understand your goals, and help you decide if my approach to improving habits, health, and wellness is right for you. My purpose is to help you achieve your goals using simple techniques and tools that fit your lifestyle.
I specialize in a whole system approach for the mind and body wellness to meet individual goals, including; overcoming negative body image, conquer disordered eating, eliminating binge eating, overcoming food choice obsessions, stemming late-night cravings, approaching picky eaters, enhancing performance for athletes, managing autoimmune disorders, preventing and managing diabetes and pre-diabetes, weight loss or weight gain, treat and prevent constipation and other GI complaints.
A great relationship is key to your success! A simple, 30-minute discovery phone call will help me understand your goals, and help you decide if my approach to improving habits, health, and wellness is right for you. My purpose is to help you achieve your goals using simple techniques and tools that fit your lifestyle.
I specialize in helping individuals and families optimize their health, well-being, and eating behaviors. I offer personalized nutrition counseling using a non-diet, weight-inclusive framework, which means I don’t focus on body size or prescribe eating rules to follow. Instead, I use a client-centered model of care and serve as a guide on the journey to better health and wellness. My approach incorporates evidence-based nutrition principles along with an understanding of human behavior and psychology. This process looks different for everyone; there is no “one size fits all.”
I specialize in helping individuals and families optimize their health, well-being, and eating behaviors. I offer personalized nutrition counseling using a non-diet, weight-inclusive framework, which means I don’t focus on body size or prescribe eating rules to follow. Instead, I use a client-centered model of care and serve as a guide on the journey to better health and wellness. My approach incorporates evidence-based nutrition principles along with an understanding of human behavior and psychology. This process looks different for everyone; there is no “one size fits all.”
Health and wellness is more than just what you eat. As a nutrition, fitness, and wellness coach, we work together to craft a plan that helps you achieve your health and wellness goals. Your plan for successfully acheiving your goals revolves around an individualized nutrition and fitness plan and strategies to make the necessary behavior changes.
Health and wellness is more than just what you eat. As a nutrition, fitness, and wellness coach, we work together to craft a plan that helps you achieve your health and wellness goals. Your plan for successfully acheiving your goals revolves around an individualized nutrition and fitness plan and strategies to make the necessary behavior changes.
I also have experience working with clients with diabetes, food allergies, GI complications (i.e. irritable bowel syndrome), PCOS, emotional eating, and substance abuse.
I have a diverse background in clinical, community, & sports nutrition settings. I specialize in working with eating disorders, disordered eating, & performance nutrition. I am passionate about a holistic and somatically attuned approach to cultivating a peaceful relationship with food, the body, & movement. I provide counseling & education from a weight-inclusive, non-diet perspective. I've worked with people of all ages and backgrounds. As a woman of color, I find fulfillment in helping those with marginalized identities. I feel a great sense of purpose working alongside people to help them build a strong mind-body connection.
I also have experience working with clients with diabetes, food allergies, GI complications (i.e. irritable bowel syndrome), PCOS, emotional eating, and substance abuse.
I have a diverse background in clinical, community, & sports nutrition settings. I specialize in working with eating disorders, disordered eating, & performance nutrition. I am passionate about a holistic and somatically attuned approach to cultivating a peaceful relationship with food, the body, & movement. I provide counseling & education from a weight-inclusive, non-diet perspective. I've worked with people of all ages and backgrounds. As a woman of color, I find fulfillment in helping those with marginalized identities. I feel a great sense of purpose working alongside people to help them build a strong mind-body connection.
Have you recently been diagnosed with pre-diabetes, diabetes, high blood pressure or high cholesterol? Or, are you chronically plagued with the pain or discomfort of IBS, Migraines or Fibromyalgia? Has eating, the one thing you always felt you could control, now begun to feel it is controlling you? Missy has helped hundreds of people overcome and reverse health conditions, establish healthy food relationships, get off the dieting roller coaster, and learn how to have an ENJOYABLE lifestyle full of energy.
Have you recently been diagnosed with pre-diabetes, diabetes, high blood pressure or high cholesterol? Or, are you chronically plagued with the pain or discomfort of IBS, Migraines or Fibromyalgia? Has eating, the one thing you always felt you could control, now begun to feel it is controlling you? Missy has helped hundreds of people overcome and reverse health conditions, establish healthy food relationships, get off the dieting roller coaster, and learn how to have an ENJOYABLE lifestyle full of energy.
Gastrointestinal (GI) Nutritionists and Dietitians
What is gut health?
Gut health refers to the overall functioning and well-being of the gastrointestinal (GI) system. Key to gut health is the gut microbiome, which is the collection of healthy bacteria living in the gut. These bacteria are essential for the digestion and breakdown of food, and their health significantly impacts digestion. Poor gut health can result in symptoms such as bloating, gas, diarrhea, constipation, and general abdominal discomfort, which may indicate imbalances or issues with the gut microbiome.
Can diet help with GI issues?
Diet plays a major role in gut health, and changes in diet can often reduce or eliminate some of the symptoms associated with gastrointestinal (GI) issues. Often, GI distress is due to food intolerances or sensitivities, such as gluten sensitivity or lactose intolerance. In these cases, eliminating the problematic foods from the diet can resolve the issue. GI problems can also stem from a combination of environmental or genetic factors, such as in the case of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Disruptions in the gut microbiome, such as those caused by taking antibiotics, can also lead to GI issues. In both scenarios, maintaining a balanced diet as much as possible with foods that support a healthy microbiome—such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and probiotic foods—can often significantly reduce symptoms and improve gut health.
What are the best foods for gut health?
Maintaining a balanced microbiome is essential for gut health, and this is best achieved through a varied diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and probiotic foods. Fruits and vegetables provide essential nutrients and fiber, which nourish the beneficial bacteria in the gut. Probiotic foods, which are those that contain live bacteria, are also great for gut health. Consuming probiotic foods and drinks, such as yogurt, kefir, kombucha, and tempeh, can help support the microbiome by contributing to the diversity of bacteria within the gut.
When should I see a dietitian for GI issues?
Many people can benefit from seeing a dietitian for GI issues. In general, most dietitians are knowledgeable about what foods support gut health and may help clients choose foods that support a healthy GI system, such as fruits and vegetables high in fiber or foods high in probiotics. Dietitians may be especially beneficial to clients with known gastrointestinal concerns, such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). For clients diagnosed with these or similar conditions, dietitians can help clients identify food triggers and develop a meal plan for the client that minimizes symptoms. Dietitians may also work with clients who are having gastrointestinal distress (such as bloating, gas, constipation, diarrhea, etc.) but are not aware of the cause of their symptoms. In such cases, dietitians may be able to help the client identify the cause of the GI distress and coordinate with other medical professionals to help the client better manage their symptoms.