Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) Nutritionists and Dietitians in Kern County, CA
Whether you’re here for targeted Medical Nutrition Therapy through insurance or looking to level up your fitness and nutrition through a subscription-based plan, I tailor my approach to your unique needs and goals.
I use a wellness-centered approach to help manage chronic disease while simultaneously focusing on gut health. I can translate the latest research to ensure that you get the best evidence-based advice for your symptoms and overall health.
Whether you’re here for targeted Medical Nutrition Therapy through insurance or looking to level up your fitness and nutrition through a subscription-based plan, I tailor my approach to your unique needs and goals.
I use a wellness-centered approach to help manage chronic disease while simultaneously focusing on gut health. I can translate the latest research to ensure that you get the best evidence-based advice for your symptoms and overall health.
Online Dietitians and Nutritionists
Hey! I'm Kelli, let's build the ideal strategy for your health and your goals. I help people use diet, exercise, and mindset to improve energy, lose weight, build muscle, and improve health. I know it can be overwhelming, let me help you make it simple AND effective :)
Hey! I'm Kelli, let's build the ideal strategy for your health and your goals. I help people use diet, exercise, and mindset to improve energy, lose weight, build muscle, and improve health. I know it can be overwhelming, let me help you make it simple AND effective :)
Kristie Tovar Nutrition & Associates
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, CEDS
1 Endorsed
Glendale, CA 91203
We really get it—it's exhausting to constantly worry about food, your health, or your body. Maybe you're in eating disorder recovery, navigating menopause or PCOS, or managing a chronic illness. You might feel confused by conflicting nutrition advice or overwhelmed by restrictive diets that just don’t work. At Kristie Tovar Nutrition, our team of dietitians provide compassionate, weight-neutral care for eating disorders, women's health, diabetes, GI disorders and heart conditions. We help you cut through the confusion with clear guidance tailored to your specific needs.
We really get it—it's exhausting to constantly worry about food, your health, or your body. Maybe you're in eating disorder recovery, navigating menopause or PCOS, or managing a chronic illness. You might feel confused by conflicting nutrition advice or overwhelmed by restrictive diets that just don’t work. At Kristie Tovar Nutrition, our team of dietitians provide compassionate, weight-neutral care for eating disorders, women's health, diabetes, GI disorders and heart conditions. We help you cut through the confusion with clear guidance tailored to your specific needs.
I became a dietitian because I believe food should nourish both the body and the spirit. Too often, people living with chronic conditions are told what they can’t eat, leaving them feeling restricted, overwhelmed, and disconnected from their culture and traditions. I approach nutrition differently.
I became a dietitian because I believe food should nourish both the body and the spirit. Too often, people living with chronic conditions are told what they can’t eat, leaving them feeling restricted, overwhelmed, and disconnected from their culture and traditions. I approach nutrition differently.
I help people stop obsessing about food and their bodies, offering 1:1 nutrition therapy and body image coaching based in Intuitive Eating and Health at Every Size®.
Have you tried diets but can’t stick to them? Do you lose weight then regain it? Do you feel guilty about eating foods you love? Does exercise seem like punishment? Make peace with food and your body. NO MORE wasting your precious time and energy obsessing about what to eat. NO MORE restricting, bingeing and feeling out of control around food. NO MORE beating yourself up for every. single. thing. you. eat. You can experience a peaceful, pleasurable relationship with food and your body. You deserve to know who you are outside of dieting and hating your body, and to live a liberated life that feels good to you!
I help people stop obsessing about food and their bodies, offering 1:1 nutrition therapy and body image coaching based in Intuitive Eating and Health at Every Size®.
Have you tried diets but can’t stick to them? Do you lose weight then regain it? Do you feel guilty about eating foods you love? Does exercise seem like punishment? Make peace with food and your body. NO MORE wasting your precious time and energy obsessing about what to eat. NO MORE restricting, bingeing and feeling out of control around food. NO MORE beating yourself up for every. single. thing. you. eat. You can experience a peaceful, pleasurable relationship with food and your body. You deserve to know who you are outside of dieting and hating your body, and to live a liberated life that feels good to you!
Whether you're seeking help for sports nutrition, making healthier lifestyle choices, or need guidance in creating a more positive relationship with food - we can do it together! Together, we'll create lifestyle modifications that work for you, to not only optimize performance but improve your overall health.
Whether you're seeking help for sports nutrition, making healthier lifestyle choices, or need guidance in creating a more positive relationship with food - we can do it together! Together, we'll create lifestyle modifications that work for you, to not only optimize performance but improve your overall health.
I specialize in weight loss that finally feels manageable, sustainable - and is truly personalized to you. Using advanced appetite-control strategies, behavior-focused nutrition, and mindset coaching, I help my clients achieve long-term weight-loss results without the burnout, without the restriction, and without the guesswork.
I specialize in weight loss that finally feels manageable, sustainable - and is truly personalized to you. Using advanced appetite-control strategies, behavior-focused nutrition, and mindset coaching, I help my clients achieve long-term weight-loss results without the burnout, without the restriction, and without the guesswork.
I provide personal and individual nutrition education and counseling on a variety of health and nutrition issues.
My approach is simple, yet effective. I work with the individual to assist in empowering them to make healthier
eating habits and lifestyle changes.
It definitely is not easy to take charge of your health on your own, but can be done when you have the right skills, information, and motivation. My goal in working with people is for them to eat healthier, feel better and to embrace eating as an enjoyable experience.
I provide personal and individual nutrition education and counseling on a variety of health and nutrition issues.
My approach is simple, yet effective. I work with the individual to assist in empowering them to make healthier
eating habits and lifestyle changes.
It definitely is not easy to take charge of your health on your own, but can be done when you have the right skills, information, and motivation. My goal in working with people is for them to eat healthier, feel better and to embrace eating as an enjoyable experience.
Latina Dietitian Nutritionist with over 12 years of experience in the nutrition field; working in hospitals, out patient clinics, the Women Infant and Child (WIC) program in California. Owner of Nutrición Bilingüe Con Ana since 2020
Latina Dietitian Nutritionist with over 12 years of experience in the nutrition field; working in hospitals, out patient clinics, the Women Infant and Child (WIC) program in California. Owner of Nutrición Bilingüe Con Ana since 2020
Do you struggle with digestive issues like IBS, bloating, or GERD—or feel stuck when it comes to your weight or relationship with food?
Even when you think you’re doing everything right, nothing seems to work?
You don’t need another diet. You need a clear, personalized approach that actually works for your body and your life.
If you're ready to feel better, gain clarity around food, and finally have a plan that works, I’d love to help you get started.
Do you struggle with digestive issues like IBS, bloating, or GERD—or feel stuck when it comes to your weight or relationship with food?
Even when you think you’re doing everything right, nothing seems to work?
You don’t need another diet. You need a clear, personalized approach that actually works for your body and your life.
If you're ready to feel better, gain clarity around food, and finally have a plan that works, I’d love to help you get started.
They may be struggling with weight, hormonal changes, or medical conditions like diabetes or high cholesterol.
Shapely’s registered dietitians provide personalized, evidence-based nutrition care covered by most insurance plans. Each plan is tailored to individual goals—whether weight management, hormone balance, or improved overall health—and designed to create lasting, realistic change that fits everyday life.
They may be struggling with weight, hormonal changes, or medical conditions like diabetes or high cholesterol.
Shapely’s registered dietitians provide personalized, evidence-based nutrition care covered by most insurance plans. Each plan is tailored to individual goals—whether weight management, hormone balance, or improved overall health—and designed to create lasting, realistic change that fits everyday life.
Are you feeling stuck in your relationship with food? Struggling with emotional eating, feeling guilty, or disconnected from your body’s cues? If diets have left you frustrated, you’re not alone—and you’re in the right place. I offer a non-diet, trauma-informed approach to help you build a balanced, lasting relationship with food. Together, we’ll work to break free from guilt, create confidence in your food choices, and establish sustainable habits that fit your life and goals.
Are you feeling stuck in your relationship with food? Struggling with emotional eating, feeling guilty, or disconnected from your body’s cues? If diets have left you frustrated, you’re not alone—and you’re in the right place. I offer a non-diet, trauma-informed approach to help you build a balanced, lasting relationship with food. Together, we’ll work to break free from guilt, create confidence in your food choices, and establish sustainable habits that fit your life and goals.
Amanda takes an integrative whole person approach to nutrition therapy, exploring diet, sleep and exercise habits.
Amanda's experience includes MNT for diabetes, heart and kidney disease, and anti-inflammatory diets for gut health. She supports patients taking weight loss drugs and pursuing bariatric surgery. Amanda is a seasoned instructor and teaches classes on a variety of topics. She provides a safe and welcoming environment for LGBTQ+ patients.
Amanda takes an integrative whole person approach to nutrition therapy, exploring diet, sleep and exercise habits.
Amanda's experience includes MNT for diabetes, heart and kidney disease, and anti-inflammatory diets for gut health. She supports patients taking weight loss drugs and pursuing bariatric surgery. Amanda is a seasoned instructor and teaches classes on a variety of topics. She provides a safe and welcoming environment for LGBTQ+ patients.
Are you confused about what to eat? Are you looking to keep muscle while on a GLP-1? . Are you diabetic or trying to prevent diabetes or other chronic diseases? Do you suffer with food allergies or sensitivities? Do you display disordered eating, or eating disorder behaviors? Let's form a "team" to help improve your labs, lose or gain weight, and make lasting changes without feeling deprived. I currently work in doctors' offices and hospitals, keeping up-to-date on the latest research. I also accept most Insurance, and Medicare. If you need to pay out of pocket, I will work with your budget. It's time to "Move to Wellness!"
Are you confused about what to eat? Are you looking to keep muscle while on a GLP-1? . Are you diabetic or trying to prevent diabetes or other chronic diseases? Do you suffer with food allergies or sensitivities? Do you display disordered eating, or eating disorder behaviors? Let's form a "team" to help improve your labs, lose or gain weight, and make lasting changes without feeling deprived. I currently work in doctors' offices and hospitals, keeping up-to-date on the latest research. I also accept most Insurance, and Medicare. If you need to pay out of pocket, I will work with your budget. It's time to "Move to Wellness!"
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)? Has this led to a restrictive diet, fatigue, stress and weight loss? I am here to help clients like you to troubleshoot and navigate your digestive issues, empower you through personalized step-by-step strategies to help reduce fear and anxiety around eating, decrease inflammation, and get your peace, energy and confidence back.
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)? Has this led to a restrictive diet, fatigue, stress and weight loss? I am here to help clients like you to troubleshoot and navigate your digestive issues, empower you through personalized step-by-step strategies to help reduce fear and anxiety around eating, decrease inflammation, and get your peace, energy and confidence back.
When you come to me we will review your diet and medical history, with your symptoms, and determine what additional labs and testing is necessary (if any) to uncover the ROOT cause of your symptoms.
I help women struggling with poor energy, digestive issues and frustrating symptoms make targeted nutrition and lifestyle changes to support hormones, improve gut health and increase energy. Unlike other providers who use restrictive diets to treat your symptoms, I use a whole body approach (reinforced by functional nutrition labs) to address the root of the problem, and make specific nutrition and lifestyle suggestions based on your results.
When you come to me we will review your diet and medical history, with your symptoms, and determine what additional labs and testing is necessary (if any) to uncover the ROOT cause of your symptoms.
I help women struggling with poor energy, digestive issues and frustrating symptoms make targeted nutrition and lifestyle changes to support hormones, improve gut health and increase energy. Unlike other providers who use restrictive diets to treat your symptoms, I use a whole body approach (reinforced by functional nutrition labs) to address the root of the problem, and make specific nutrition and lifestyle suggestions based on your results.
My approach uses Medical Nutrition Therapy to address your unique needs, not just symptoms.
I am a Doctor of Clinical Nutrition (DCN, CNS) Licensed Nutritionist/Dietitian in several states, and a Certified Ketogenic Nutrition Specialist (CKNS). I specialize in Low-carb therapeutic cardiometabolic and digestive health optimization. I see clients virtually worldwide, via teleconference on a HIPAA-compliant TeleHealth Records platform.
My approach uses Medical Nutrition Therapy to address your unique needs, not just symptoms.
I am a Doctor of Clinical Nutrition (DCN, CNS) Licensed Nutritionist/Dietitian in several states, and a Certified Ketogenic Nutrition Specialist (CKNS). I specialize in Low-carb therapeutic cardiometabolic and digestive health optimization. I see clients virtually worldwide, via teleconference on a HIPAA-compliant TeleHealth Records platform.
I help people add years to their life through sustainable weight loss and improved blood sugar, cholesterol, blood pressure, kidney, and liver health.
I help people add years to their life through sustainable weight loss and improved blood sugar, cholesterol, blood pressure, kidney, and liver health.
We start with a full dietary, medical, and lifestyle assessment to better understand your unique situation, genetics, and health goals.
I specialize in digestive conditions like IBS and SIBO and am a Monash University FODMAP trained dietitian. My areas of expertise also include chronic conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and autoimmune conditions, along with addressing mystery symptoms like weight gain, brain fog and low energy.
We start with a full dietary, medical, and lifestyle assessment to better understand your unique situation, genetics, and health goals.
I specialize in digestive conditions like IBS and SIBO and am a Monash University FODMAP trained dietitian. My areas of expertise also include chronic conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and autoimmune conditions, along with addressing mystery symptoms like weight gain, brain fog and low energy.
As my client, I want to find out what is really going on with your metabolism and provide you with answers aimed at improving weight and health in a convenient way using the latest evidence in nutritional science. I'm a board Certified Clinical Nutritionist and Pharmacist with affordable pricing and friendly service. I serve the Los Angeles county area.
As my client, I want to find out what is really going on with your metabolism and provide you with answers aimed at improving weight and health in a convenient way using the latest evidence in nutritional science. I'm a board Certified Clinical Nutritionist and Pharmacist with affordable pricing and friendly service. I serve the Los Angeles county area.
Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) Nutritionists and Dietitians
What is medical nutrition therapy?
Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) involves the use of personalized dietary changes to prevent or manage chronic conditions. Typically conducted in an outpatient setting by a Registered Dietitian (RD), MNT aims to address specific health issues through tailored nutrition plans. Clients are often referred for MNT by healthcare professionals who identify conditions that could benefit from dietary and lifestyle modifications, such as diabetes, hypertension, or cardiovascular disease. The goal of MNT is to improve overall health outcomes by making adjustments to the client's diet based on their individual needs and medical conditions.
What conditions is medical nutrition therapy for?
Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) is often used for individuals with diseases caused or worsened by poor diet, such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, kidney disease, and cardiovascular diseases. However, other conditions can also benefit from nutrition therapy. MNT is typically not intended to replace other treatments, such as medication, but rather to complement them. By improving a person's overall diet and health, MNT aims to prevent the exacerbation of symptoms and complement other treatments.
Is medical nutrition therapy covered by insurance?
Medical nutrition therapy is frequently covered by insurance. 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. While a referral is not required to see a dietitian or nutritionist, and many individuals independently seek nutritional support without prior medical advice, a referral from a primary care physician or another medical professional may be necessary to obtain coverage for medical nutrition services. 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. 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.
What does medical nutrition therapy involve?
The approach a dietitian will take in a medical nutrition therapy session will depend on a number of factors, including what conditions the client has and what the goals of the client are. An initial session often involves an assessment of the client's overall health and current dietary intake; a dietitian may also speak with a client's medical doctor prior to or following a first session to obtain information on the medical condition(s) the client is seeking nutrition therapy counseling for. The dietitian will then work with the client to create goals of medical nutrition therapy sessions, such as weight loss, eating a more plant-based diet, or reducing sodium intake. Then, in ongoing sessions, the dietitian will work with the client to meet their stated goals. These ongoing sessions often include menu planning and coaching, which involve the dietitian working with the client to develop strategies for a healthier and more balanced diet. Dietitians may suggest recipes, put together grocery shopping lists, and/or recommend tracking one's intake in order to help clients make desired changes.