Aetna Nutritionists and Dietitians near West Windsor, NJ

"Eat Smart, Live Well" is my motto - a really practical and fun way to help you achieve great health! I believe in holistic approach to nutrition - wholesome, natural, minimally processed foods. Not fad diets, diet pills, or quick weight-loss gimmicks. A well-balanced, nutritious diet doesn't have to be a punishment. You can eat smart AND enjoy it too. I would love to show you how! With 20+ years of experience in nutrition counseling for management of weight, diabetes, obesity, heart disease and other medical conditions, I'm dedicated to helping you achieve healthy eating and lifestyle habits.

Passionate about delivering scientifically credible and realistic guidance to patients of all ages, I thrive on helping you meet your overall health and wellness goals. As a counselor, I not only help you improve your relationship with food I also help you achieve your fitness goals. I earned my clinical experience at Virtua Health System, Davita Kidney Care and other medical health systems in PA and NJ as part of an accredited dietetic internship program. Following my internship, I further enhanced my clinical experience at Prime Healthcare (Lower Bucks Hospital) and Margiotti and Kroll Pediatrics in Newtown, PA.

Telehealth only. Do you have Chronic Kidney Disease or a history of diabetes, high blood pressure, and/or a genetic condition that may affect your kidney health? At VidaEats, we specialize in getting to know your specific needs and working with them to help prevent or delay kidney failure. Our goal is to reduce the amount of people who end up on renal replacement therapy (dialysis). If you are on dialysis, we can provide nutrition care in step with your in-center dietitian to help you feel more energized and improve your lab parameters.

As a registered dietitian and nutrition therapist experienced in the treatment of disordered eating, I am sensitive to the interplay between food and emotions. As a trauma informed clinician, I offer compassionate care to help individuals overcome the fear, shame, and anxiety that can surround food. Nutrition therapy in eating disorder recovery is about more than just a meal plan. It's about understanding why we struggle with beliefs and behaviors that don't suit us and that no diet can seem to fix. I will help you develop a healthier relationship with food and discover the best way to nourish your unique body.

We can help you with everything from general healthy eating to weight loss to more complex chronic issues such as diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol as well as many others.

My name is Amy Ray and I am a Registered Dietitian. I have a passion for helping people navigate their way out of disordered eating and eating disorders. I believe in the health at every size approach when working with all of my clients. I provide nutrition counseling for intuitive eating, eating disorders and disordered eating. I enjoy working with people who want to embrace themselves as they are, ditch diet culture and bust nutrition myths. All sessions are currently virtual. I am licensed to work with clients living in New Jersey and Pennsylvania.

I assist individuals with disordered eating to the full spectrum of eating disorders. My approach is holistic in that I work with a clients "whole" lifestyle. We will collaborate on new strategies for day to day nutrition; meals at home, work, travel and school. I can develop plans and suggestions for individuals as well as families to help create ease with meals and decrease stress around eating. My clinical experience allows me to counsel for most medical conditions, setting attainable goals that become lifestyle modifications.

I truly believe you have the power to change your life. The goal is to find a balance between all dimensions of nutrition – wellness, exercise, stress management, spirituality, and emotional well-being. Food provides us with one form of nutrition but to ultimately feel fully nourished you must commit to a healthy lifestyle, a fulfilling life purpose, balanced emotions, adequate rest, and always stay focused with a positive attitude. Healing the whole person will allow one to achieve the highest quality of life.

Lexi is a Certified Sports Dietitian specializing in sports nutrition, eating disorder recovery, and intuitive eating for athletes. Do you struggle with confusion about what to eat for your goals, sport, or training? Do you overthink food decisions, feel guilt around certain choices, and not know how to blend healthy eating with an active social life? Are your low energy levels or tendency to overthink everything you eat getting in the way of your life, happiness, and sports performance? Food and nutrition do not need to be this complicated.

IS YOUR BODY WEIGHING YOU DOWN? Do you go from one weight loss diet to another - only to gain weight? You have the power to change this and I can help you make it happen. When you work with me, you can expect to *Achieve and maintain your desired weight; *Love the way you look and feel; *Receive a personalized meal plan; *Enjoy the food you eat; *Become an informed consumer in the grocery store and at restaurants; *Reduce the need for medications; *Feel happier and more energetic. Call TODAY and Let's Get Started!

Many people today are looking for quality of life and wellness approaches. Today's society is filled with people who are overfed and undernourished. I have been in private practice for the last 29 years, helping hundreds of people become healthier! individuals can learn to reduce or alleviate the need for many medications. I offer different types of functional nutrition testing , such as food sensitivity, and micronutrient so we can see what is causing you to feel tired, inflamed, bloated, and lacking energy. My clients learn how to utilize food and proper supplementation for a healthier outcome and quality of life.

To eat is a necessity, but to eat intelligently is an art. I’m here to teach you the art. Ever wonder why people try dieting time after time, but can't find something that works for them? The issue is, they don't understand their body. I help you discover the best means to understand your body and provide it with the best personalized nourishment for enhanced well-being, increased vitality, and symptom relief. I get to know you so I can give you exactly what you need to be successful. I provide custom meal plans, grocery lists, hand-outs, recipe guides, & lab testing to get to the root cause of your health issues.

***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AND CONDUCTING TELE-HEALTH SESSIONS.** Meal prep and weight loss made simple. *Nutrition solutions for busy men and women **Realistic advice with actionable takeaways, meal plans, recipes, goal setting, and more.

A medical nutrition therapy practice specializing in nutrition and wellness, disease prevention and disease treatment. I have a unique combination of basic science research and clinical experience which allows me to provide up to date nutrition information in a down to earth way. Nutrition education and behavior counseling is provided. Reach out if you want highly individualized guidance.

As a Doctor of Clinical Nutrition and over 15 years of experience as a registered dietitian, I have implemented specialty nutrition-focused programs for weight management, bariatric surgery, women's health, cancer, congestive heart failure, lipid management, diabetes and gastrointestinal disorders. My approach for behavior modification starts with each client setting their own goals and providing motivation to achieve these goals. I want to know what your thoughts are about food and the emotions that stimulate eating. We will openly discuss your nutrition concerns and develop a plan to overcome them.

As a practicitioner I treat each client as an individual and help them determine their priorities for improving their diet and lifestyle. I can help you assess your most important health concerns and break down any barriers toward positive change. I teach you how to make small, manageable changes over time and you will feel proud of your success. When I counsel a client about how to improve their diet and lifestyle I take into account the many facets of their daily life and responsibilities ,personal interests and concerns, and current health status and offer an individualized care plan.

Why would someone want to work with me? What makes me different? I believe that each client is a person not what ails them at the time they are seeking help. Clients I treat as individuals and there is not one protocol or approach for each person. I usually see clients who have already tried mainstream medical care and are just not finding the relief they sought. They know there is more work to do however, they are possibly not being heard by their current healthcare providers or not at their optimal state of health that they know they can feel or once felt.

Often times there is a disconnect when it comes to living a healthy lifestyle; we know what’s good for our bodies, but we make opposing food choices. All appointments start with obtaining a detailed evaluation of you medical & nutrition history. Your specific life style & food preferences will determine a personalized Nutrition Prescription. Know how to be in alignment in choosing nutrition for healing. Know you will achieve success to develop & cultivate your nutrition wellness.

I am a Registered Dietitian with over 18 years of experience working with children, families and adults with multiple medical issues or personalized weight loss or behavior change goals. I have a passion for helping individuals and families develop their own unique set of healthy lifestyle changes. I have over 14 years of experience in pediatrics and eating disorders as well.