Sports Nutrition Nutritionists and Dietitians in San Diego, CA

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Balance Chaos Nutrition & Fitness
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LD
San Diego, CA 92101
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist & Personal Trainer specializing in nutrition counseling for sports performance, gut health, mental health, substance use, and eating disorders. I offer coaching services to help you find the optimal balance of chaos in your life through nutrition and movement. Please note: I can see clients in-person in my San Diego office and Nevada clients virtually via Zoom video call. I do not accept insurance.
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist & Personal Trainer specializing in nutrition counseling for sports performance, gut health, mental health, substance use, and eating disorders. I offer coaching services to help you find the optimal balance of chaos in your life through nutrition and movement. Please note: I can see clients in-person in my San Diego office and Nevada clients virtually via Zoom video call. I do not accept insurance.
(619) 268-6427 View (619) 268-6427
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SD Nutrition Group
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, CSSD , CEDRD-S
San Diego, CA 92117
We’re experts in sports nutrition, eating disorders, pediatric nutrition, and body image concerns.
While our dietitians at SD Nutrition Group work with a variety of nutrition related conditions, our main specialities are: Eating Disorders, Sports Nutrition, Intuitive Eating, and Pediatric Nutrition. We offer personalized nutrition counseling to help you build a healthier and less stressful relationship with food, eating, and your body.
We’re experts in sports nutrition, eating disorders, pediatric nutrition, and body image concerns.
While our dietitians at SD Nutrition Group work with a variety of nutrition related conditions, our main specialities are: Eating Disorders, Sports Nutrition, Intuitive Eating, and Pediatric Nutrition. We offer personalized nutrition counseling to help you build a healthier and less stressful relationship with food, eating, and your body.
(619) 289-8131 View (619) 289-8131
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Katya Meyers
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, MS, MPH
Serves Area
I help clients overcome common obstacles to weight loss, fix their relationship with food, and break up with dieting for good. Are you "doing the right things" to lose weight, but it's just not working? It's not you OR your lack of willpower. Traditional diet advice may work in the *very* short term, but ultimately works against your physiology leading to a sluggish metabolism and (unfortunately) weight gain. Luckily, it is possible to reverse this, then work with your body to reduce inflammation and balance your hormones, to make weight loss both achievable AND sustainable.
I help clients overcome common obstacles to weight loss, fix their relationship with food, and break up with dieting for good. Are you "doing the right things" to lose weight, but it's just not working? It's not you OR your lack of willpower. Traditional diet advice may work in the *very* short term, but ultimately works against your physiology leading to a sluggish metabolism and (unfortunately) weight gain. Luckily, it is possible to reverse this, then work with your body to reduce inflammation and balance your hormones, to make weight loss both achievable AND sustainable.
(760) 280-5144 View (760) 280-5144
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Jade Lee
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LD
Online Only
I also offer high-performance sports nutrition coaching as an add-on service, which is not covered by insurance.
Hi! I’m Jade Lee - a registered dietitian based in Austin, Texas. I work with athletes at every level, from recreational and club competitors to collegiate and pros, across sports like swimming, cycling, basketball, soccer, volleyball, weightlifting, Hyrox, CrossFit, track and field, triathlon, and distance running. Through my private practice and roles with USA Track & Field, I help individuals fuel with purpose and perform with intention.
I also offer high-performance sports nutrition coaching as an add-on service, which is not covered by insurance.
Hi! I’m Jade Lee - a registered dietitian based in Austin, Texas. I work with athletes at every level, from recreational and club competitors to collegiate and pros, across sports like swimming, cycling, basketball, soccer, volleyball, weightlifting, Hyrox, CrossFit, track and field, triathlon, and distance running. Through my private practice and roles with USA Track & Field, I help individuals fuel with purpose and perform with intention.
(737) 530-8712 View (737) 530-8712
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Kelli Foerster
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, CNS, CPT
Online Only
I utilize an integrative approach, combining functional medicine, sports nutrition, behavior change, and intuitive eating.
I help women feel stronger, healthier, and more energized without sacrificing their health or sanity. Diets, rigid rules, and extreme efforts often leave people frustrated and stuck. I focus on what actually works and feels sustainable. My approach combines functional nutrition, health coaching, and personal training with science-backed strategies and mindset shifts that help you understand your body and create a routine that fits your life.
I utilize an integrative approach, combining functional medicine, sports nutrition, behavior change, and intuitive eating.
I help women feel stronger, healthier, and more energized without sacrificing their health or sanity. Diets, rigid rules, and extreme efforts often leave people frustrated and stuck. I focus on what actually works and feels sustainable. My approach combines functional nutrition, health coaching, and personal training with science-backed strategies and mindset shifts that help you understand your body and create a routine that fits your life.
(818) 600-9625 View (818) 600-9625
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Kristen Arnold and Team
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, CSSD
Online Only
I help athletes, physically active individuals, and teams optimize their performance and health through sports nutrition coaching services.
As a Registered Dietitian (specializing in sports nutrition) I am qualified to work with athletes and active people with a range of needs including medical diagnoses, performance optimization, injury recovery and more. I specialize in working with female athletes related to the menstrual cycle, peri/post menopause and other needs specific to female athletes.
I help athletes, physically active individuals, and teams optimize their performance and health through sports nutrition coaching services.
As a Registered Dietitian (specializing in sports nutrition) I am qualified to work with athletes and active people with a range of needs including medical diagnoses, performance optimization, injury recovery and more. I specialize in working with female athletes related to the menstrual cycle, peri/post menopause and other needs specific to female athletes.
(614) 389-9392 View (614) 389-9392
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Kira Khachadoorian
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, CPT
Online Only
I specialize in sustainable health, eating disorders, sports nutrition, enhancing exercise and recovery, and reducing inflammation.
Lasting results come from nourishing the body from the inside, out. My mission is to help your body, mind and soul-self feel nourished, nurtured, and thrive. I provide a holistic, whole-body approach to nutrition and fitness. I am a Registered Dietitian and Certified Personal Trainer that listens, understands, and empowers you to heal ailments and achieve your goals. My private-practice, NuWell, offers virtual nutrition and fitness consulting via a confidential, HIPPA compliant platform to give you freedom while rebuilding your relationship with food as medicine. See results and achieve your goals, from the comfort of your home.
I specialize in sustainable health, eating disorders, sports nutrition, enhancing exercise and recovery, and reducing inflammation.
Lasting results come from nourishing the body from the inside, out. My mission is to help your body, mind and soul-self feel nourished, nurtured, and thrive. I provide a holistic, whole-body approach to nutrition and fitness. I am a Registered Dietitian and Certified Personal Trainer that listens, understands, and empowers you to heal ailments and achieve your goals. My private-practice, NuWell, offers virtual nutrition and fitness consulting via a confidential, HIPPA compliant platform to give you freedom while rebuilding your relationship with food as medicine. See results and achieve your goals, from the comfort of your home.
(949) 541-8570 View (949) 541-8570
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Elika Imandel
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN, MS
Serves Area
My areas of expertise include the treatment of eating disorders, disordered eating, sports nutrition, and overall wellness.
My approach is centered on finding balance and nourishing the body in a way that is sustainable, rather than promoting restriction. I consider the emotional, cultural, and spiritual importance of food in people's lives when offering guidance. Good health looks different for everyone, so rather than striving for an unattainable standard, let's work together to challenge distorted beliefs about food and establish healthy habits that support overall well-being.
My areas of expertise include the treatment of eating disorders, disordered eating, sports nutrition, and overall wellness.
My approach is centered on finding balance and nourishing the body in a way that is sustainable, rather than promoting restriction. I consider the emotional, cultural, and spiritual importance of food in people's lives when offering guidance. Good health looks different for everyone, so rather than striving for an unattainable standard, let's work together to challenge distorted beliefs about food and establish healthy habits that support overall well-being.
(630) 446-6823 View (630) 446-6823
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Madeline Kuras
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Specialties include disordered eating, all eating disorders, sports nutrition, and overall health and wellness.
Madeline is a registered dietitian who is passionate about empowering individuals to achieve their personal goals and feel in control of their own nutrition journey. She has experience in all levels of eating disorder treatment across all age groups. Madeline has a background in athletics and utilizes this to foster resilience and strength in her clients. She approaches each session with curiosity and drive to understand her clients struggles. She provides a safe space for all individuals to create and define their own definition of health and sustainable change.
Specialties include disordered eating, all eating disorders, sports nutrition, and overall health and wellness.
Madeline is a registered dietitian who is passionate about empowering individuals to achieve their personal goals and feel in control of their own nutrition journey. She has experience in all levels of eating disorder treatment across all age groups. Madeline has a background in athletics and utilizes this to foster resilience and strength in her clients. She approaches each session with curiosity and drive to understand her clients struggles. She provides a safe space for all individuals to create and define their own definition of health and sustainable change.
(651) 412-7437 View (651) 412-7437
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Paula Sturm
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, FMN, CGN, CFSP, MNLP
San Diego, CA 92130
Have you been told you're "fine", that all of your lab work looks great but you don't feel great? Are you struggling to have the energy you need to play with your kids? Do you feel bloated, achy, heavy, and a little spacey sometimes? Or, maybe you've been struggling with your weight? Have you tried to figure out your myriad of unrelated symptoms to no avail and started chalking it up to aging? Look no further, I can help you address these issues and more with my experience as a Functional Medicine Dietitian. We'll dive deep and discover the root cause/s of what is happening so you can feel back to your energetic self again.
Have you been told you're "fine", that all of your lab work looks great but you don't feel great? Are you struggling to have the energy you need to play with your kids? Do you feel bloated, achy, heavy, and a little spacey sometimes? Or, maybe you've been struggling with your weight? Have you tried to figure out your myriad of unrelated symptoms to no avail and started chalking it up to aging? Look no further, I can help you address these issues and more with my experience as a Functional Medicine Dietitian. We'll dive deep and discover the root cause/s of what is happening so you can feel back to your energetic self again.
(858) 496-7928 View (858) 496-7928
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Redefine Health
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LD
Online Only
It can be incredibly frustrating and discouraging to feel trapped in cycles of dieting, body image struggles, and emotional eating. Many of us have been taught that health equals restriction and perfection, or that happiness comes from a certain number on the scale, but I firmly believe that the key to lasting well-being lies in honoring your body, trusting its natural cues, and cultivating self-compassion. My true passion lies in helping people to reconnect with their bodies and cultivate a balanced, sustainable relationship with food.
It can be incredibly frustrating and discouraging to feel trapped in cycles of dieting, body image struggles, and emotional eating. Many of us have been taught that health equals restriction and perfection, or that happiness comes from a certain number on the scale, but I firmly believe that the key to lasting well-being lies in honoring your body, trusting its natural cues, and cultivating self-compassion. My true passion lies in helping people to reconnect with their bodies and cultivate a balanced, sustainable relationship with food.
(619) 348-6354 View (619) 348-6354
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Healthy Eating RD Inc
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, CDE, LD
San Diego, CA 92130
Video tele-health available in numerous states and in office appointments available in San Diego and Austin. We accept most insurance plans. Individualized plans to work with your body's natural biology and chemistry to set the stage for success.
Video tele-health available in numerous states and in office appointments available in San Diego and Austin. We accept most insurance plans. Individualized plans to work with your body's natural biology and chemistry to set the stage for success.
(619) 728-2477 View (619) 728-2477
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Hilary Cole
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, CEDS
Online Only
Hilary (she/her) is an anti-diet registered dietitian and practices from a mental health and trauma-informed lens. She utilizes a Health at Every Size philosophy and emphasizes All Foods Fit with principles of Intuitive Eating to help clients remove guilt and shame and to start building and positive and healthy relationship with food and their bodies. Through compassionate and collaborative care, she will help you understand your eating behaviors, patterns, and thoughts on a deeper level.
Hilary (she/her) is an anti-diet registered dietitian and practices from a mental health and trauma-informed lens. She utilizes a Health at Every Size philosophy and emphasizes All Foods Fit with principles of Intuitive Eating to help clients remove guilt and shame and to start building and positive and healthy relationship with food and their bodies. Through compassionate and collaborative care, she will help you understand your eating behaviors, patterns, and thoughts on a deeper level.
(619) 375-5143 View (619) 375-5143
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Aliya Sisti
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN, MS
San Diego, CA 92119
My name is Aliya Sisti. I got my Bachelors in Food and Nutrition from SDSU and went on to get credentialed as a Registered Dietitian in 2018. I continued my education and received my Masters in Professional Practice in Dietetics from Iowa State University in 2021. I started my education in nutrition after finding frustration, as many do, with the contradicting information that was provided on the internet.
My name is Aliya Sisti. I got my Bachelors in Food and Nutrition from SDSU and went on to get credentialed as a Registered Dietitian in 2018. I continued my education and received my Masters in Professional Practice in Dietetics from Iowa State University in 2021. I started my education in nutrition after finding frustration, as many do, with the contradicting information that was provided on the internet.
(619) 848-3454 View (619) 848-3454
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Amy Ornelas
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN
San Diego, CA 92107
Whether you are looking to end your battle with disordered eating, feeling tired and confused by diet culture, wanting to be done with food stress for good, or looking to find a way to finally feel great in your own body... I totally get the struggle. I've been there myself, and I can tell you that it is absolutely possible to find total food and body freedom. Utilizing the same holistic techniques that I've used to help hundreds of clients recover from unhealthy relationships with food & weight, I will help you reclaim your mind-body-food connection in order to feel your very best.
Whether you are looking to end your battle with disordered eating, feeling tired and confused by diet culture, wanting to be done with food stress for good, or looking to find a way to finally feel great in your own body... I totally get the struggle. I've been there myself, and I can tell you that it is absolutely possible to find total food and body freedom. Utilizing the same holistic techniques that I've used to help hundreds of clients recover from unhealthy relationships with food & weight, I will help you reclaim your mind-body-food connection in order to feel your very best.
(619) 344-8603 View (619) 344-8603
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Allison Hoybach
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Allison is a registered dietitian who loves people and is passionate about helping individuals achieve their personal health and nutrition goals. Her primary focus has been bariatric support, diabetes, IBS, and plant based nutrition, but her background also includes kidney disease, heart health, gut issues and malnutrition. She strives to empower individuals to make positive and sustainable lifestyle changes. Allison takes time to listen to your nutritional concerns and understand your overall goals. She uses a patient-centered, evidenced-based approach to help you create lasting lifestyle changes.
Allison is a registered dietitian who loves people and is passionate about helping individuals achieve their personal health and nutrition goals. Her primary focus has been bariatric support, diabetes, IBS, and plant based nutrition, but her background also includes kidney disease, heart health, gut issues and malnutrition. She strives to empower individuals to make positive and sustainable lifestyle changes. Allison takes time to listen to your nutritional concerns and understand your overall goals. She uses a patient-centered, evidenced-based approach to help you create lasting lifestyle changes.
(352) 309-0794 View (352) 309-0794
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Sarah Hall
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN
Serves Area
I have a special love for sports nutrition, working with athletes or those training for races and challenges as I spent most of my life as an athlete and spent time working as an RD in an elite training center.
I love working with weight loss, women’s health, behavioral struggles, and plant-based vegan/vegetarian clients and in my years of experience have seen amazing results through my approaches! After a session with me you can expect to feel more confident in your goals and capabilities.
I have a special love for sports nutrition, working with athletes or those training for races and challenges as I spent most of my life as an athlete and spent time working as an RD in an elite training center.
I love working with weight loss, women’s health, behavioral struggles, and plant-based vegan/vegetarian clients and in my years of experience have seen amazing results through my approaches! After a session with me you can expect to feel more confident in your goals and capabilities.
(619) 639-1906 View (619) 639-1906
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Dianna Reilly Nutrition
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, RDN
Serves Area
I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor and Health at Every Size (HAES) practitioner. I specialize in eating disorder recovery and helping people find food freedom. Whether you are struggling with an eating disorder, tired of yo-yo dieting and weight cycling, or just feeling confused about how to eat, I am here to guide you towards the path to food freedom and Intuitive Eating. Every person has their own personal journey with food. I am here to listen and understand yours and find the most effective interventions individual to you.
I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor and Health at Every Size (HAES) practitioner. I specialize in eating disorder recovery and helping people find food freedom. Whether you are struggling with an eating disorder, tired of yo-yo dieting and weight cycling, or just feeling confused about how to eat, I am here to guide you towards the path to food freedom and Intuitive Eating. Every person has their own personal journey with food. I am here to listen and understand yours and find the most effective interventions individual to you.
(424) 789-8780 View (424) 789-8780
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Haley Singer
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN
Serves Area
Haley is a Registered Dietitian practicing lifestyle medicine. This whole-person approach to wellness recognizes that our physical health is very much connected to our mental/emotional health. Haley received her education from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and completed her dietetic internship in Chicago through Aramark Healthcare+. Haley is also a Registered 500-hour Yoga Teacher, and Reiki Master. She integrates various complementary and alternative medicine techniques into her nutrition sessions. When Haley is not working you can find her at the climbing gym, practicing yoga, or exploring the outdoors!
Haley is a Registered Dietitian practicing lifestyle medicine. This whole-person approach to wellness recognizes that our physical health is very much connected to our mental/emotional health. Haley received her education from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and completed her dietetic internship in Chicago through Aramark Healthcare+. Haley is also a Registered 500-hour Yoga Teacher, and Reiki Master. She integrates various complementary and alternative medicine techniques into her nutrition sessions. When Haley is not working you can find her at the climbing gym, practicing yoga, or exploring the outdoors!
(630) 757-8562 View (630) 757-8562
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Katie Campbell
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LN
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
WHYY does unsolicited nutrition advice seem to pop up everywhere!? If you’re feeling confused about how to truly nourish yourself, you’re not alone. My mission is to create a supportive space where you can reconnect with your body, navigate difficult emotions, and build a sense of self-worth that isn’t tied to food, weight, or athletic performance. Through nutrition counseling, we’ll work together to cut through the noise and address challenges such as disordered eating, emotional eating, fueling for sport, and negative body image so you can find peace with food and confidence in how you care for yourself.
WHYY does unsolicited nutrition advice seem to pop up everywhere!? If you’re feeling confused about how to truly nourish yourself, you’re not alone. My mission is to create a supportive space where you can reconnect with your body, navigate difficult emotions, and build a sense of self-worth that isn’t tied to food, weight, or athletic performance. Through nutrition counseling, we’ll work together to cut through the noise and address challenges such as disordered eating, emotional eating, fueling for sport, and negative body image so you can find peace with food and confidence in how you care for yourself.
(406) 296-4733 View (406) 296-4733
Sports Nutrition Nutritionists and Dietitians

What is sports nutrition?

Sports nutrition refers to the strategic approach athletes use to optimize their dietary intake for performance. While the term often highlights the nutrition consumed immediately before, during, or after an athletic event—such as drinking an electrolyte beverage during a marathon—it also encompasses an athlete's everyday eating habits that support their performance. Sports nutrition also often encompasses an athlete's hydration strategy and/or any dietary supplements they may take on a regular basis.

Does insurance cover sports nutrition sessions?

In general, most insurances will not cover sports nutrition sessions. This is because many insurances require that the client receives a referral from a primary care physician and/or meets specific diagnostic criteria to cover a dietitian session. Since many athletes seeking nutrition counseling are looking to improve performance, as opposed to treating an underlying medical condition, the requirements put forth by insurance companies for coverage are often not met in the case of sports nutrition sessions. That said, some clients may be eligible for insurance coverage if they have a specific medical concern that also impacts their sports nutrition, such as an eating disorder or diabetes.

What happens in a sports nutrition session?

Nutrition professionals specializing in sports nutrition have expertise in the unique dietary requirements of athletes, such as the increased need for carbohydrates to fuel training sessions. They can recommend targeted nutrition strategies to support athletic performance and help develop personalized nutrition plans, whether for specific athletic events or general nutritional needs. They might also suggest specific recipes or meal plans that align with the athlete's dietary requirements. Additionally, dietitians often have athletes maintain a nutrition diary, which they review to ensure the athletes are meeting their caloric and nutritional goals.

Do athletes see dietitians?

While athletes may decide to see a dietitian for a variety of reasons, seeing a dietitian may be particularly helpful for young athletes who are new to navigating performance nutrition, as well as for high-performance or professional athletes who are looking for ways to maximize their performance. Additionally, athletes with specific dietary constraints or those following specific diets, such as veganism, often work with dietitians to ensure they receive all necessary nutrients. Athletes typically seek counseling from dietitians who specialize in sports nutrition, and often those with expertise in their specific sport. This specialization allows the dietitian to tailor dietary recommendations to support the athlete’s specific type of sport, whether it involves endurance, sprinting, or other activities.