Diabetes Nutritionists and Dietitians in Santa Clarita, CA
Kristie Tovar Nutrition & Associates
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, CEDS
1 Endorsed
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
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.
Together, we’ll create an individualized plan that emphasizes enjoyment and confidence with food—NOT restriction! We're are in-network with Anthem, Blue Shield, Aetna, UHC, and Health Net, making it easier for you to access the care you need.
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.
Together, we’ll create an individualized plan that emphasizes enjoyment and confidence with food—NOT restriction! We're are in-network with Anthem, Blue Shield, Aetna, UHC, and Health Net, making it easier for you to access the care you need.
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Whether you want to promote a healthy and nutritional lifestyle for yourself or your family, slim down, prevent disease, or just look and feel great, you have come to the right place. Now offering food sensitivity test and nutritional program LEAP (Lifestyle Eating and Performance).
Whether you want to promote a healthy and nutritional lifestyle for yourself or your family, slim down, prevent disease, or just look and feel great, you have come to the right place. Now offering food sensitivity test and nutritional program LEAP (Lifestyle Eating and Performance).
Because of my own personal health journey, I empathize with people who feel trapped and worried that their health challenges have become the new normal. I support my clients and make their voices heard in order to tackle the health challenge head-on.
Because of my own personal health journey, I empathize with people who feel trapped and worried that their health challenges have become the new normal. I support my clients and make their voices heard in order to tackle the health challenge head-on.
Brenda Ruckstuhl is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist (RDN) and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) helping individuals improve their health by providing sound nutrition information and a listening ear.
Specializing in Diabetes, Gestational Diabetes, Pre- Diabetes, Hyperlipidemia, Weight Concerns for Adults and Children. Offering both in person and telehealth sessions. Many insurance plans cover these services at 100%. Other plans may require a copay.
Brenda Ruckstuhl is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist (RDN) and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) helping individuals improve their health by providing sound nutrition information and a listening ear.
Specializing in Diabetes, Gestational Diabetes, Pre- Diabetes, Hyperlipidemia, Weight Concerns for Adults and Children. Offering both in person and telehealth sessions. Many insurance plans cover these services at 100%. Other plans may require a copay.
Danielle is a compassionate and dietitian specializing in chronic conditions and eating disorder recovery by taking a holistic approach to your mental and physical health. Danielle recognizes that nutrition is central to overall wellbeing, so she is focused on helping her patients build a long term relationship with food.
Danielle is a compassionate and dietitian specializing in chronic conditions and eating disorder recovery by taking a holistic approach to your mental and physical health. Danielle recognizes that nutrition is central to overall wellbeing, so she is focused on helping her patients build a long term relationship with food.
Diabetes Digital is revolutionizing diabetes care for modern life.
You might be dealing with constant bloating, food anxiety, or feeling out of sync with your hormones. Maybe you’ve been told to just “fix your diet,” but deep down, you know there’s more going on. You want to understand what your body is trying to tell you and feel more at ease with food, your cycle, and your digestion. You care about your health and want a supportive, calming space to explore the root causes of your symptoms. You’re seeking a gentler, more mindful approach to feeling grounded, nourished, and connected to yourself.
Diabetes Digital is revolutionizing diabetes care for modern life.
You might be dealing with constant bloating, food anxiety, or feeling out of sync with your hormones. Maybe you’ve been told to just “fix your diet,” but deep down, you know there’s more going on. You want to understand what your body is trying to tell you and feel more at ease with food, your cycle, and your digestion. You care about your health and want a supportive, calming space to explore the root causes of your symptoms. You’re seeking a gentler, more mindful approach to feeling grounded, nourished, and connected to yourself.
I am a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) in private practice for over 15 years. I work with individuals, families and organizations to problem-solve nutrition concerns and improve health outcomes. I offer a nonjudgmental, straightforward and evidence-based approach. I listen to you and gather all necessary information to provide a nutrition plan and recommendations that work for you. It is my pleasure to be your nutrition guide!
I am a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) in private practice for over 15 years. I work with individuals, families and organizations to problem-solve nutrition concerns and improve health outcomes. I offer a nonjudgmental, straightforward and evidence-based approach. I listen to you and gather all necessary information to provide a nutrition plan and recommendations that work for you. It is my pleasure to be your nutrition guide!
Preventing diabetes through nutrition and exercise, losing and maintaining weight, lowering and managing cholesterol/high blood pressure through Mediterranean style meal plans or adjusting your current style of eating to meet your health goals while moving more.
Cultural foods are tasty, but not always healthy. Together, we will create a wellness plan that will empower and motivate you to achieve your weight loss goals! Your relationship with food will continue to be full of love and flavor as you lose weight without sacrificing your favorites!
Preventing diabetes through nutrition and exercise, losing and maintaining weight, lowering and managing cholesterol/high blood pressure through Mediterranean style meal plans or adjusting your current style of eating to meet your health goals while moving more.
Cultural foods are tasty, but not always healthy. Together, we will create a wellness plan that will empower and motivate you to achieve your weight loss goals! Your relationship with food will continue to be full of love and flavor as you lose weight without sacrificing your favorites!
I am a Clinical Registered Dietitian and specialize in renal disease, diabetes, GI including enteral (Tube Feedings) & parenteral nutrition.
I use the latest scientifically evidence based research on medical nutrition therapy consultations to assess, monitor, & optimize nutrition status based on patients’ current chronic medical conditions &/or nutrition adequacy. I review functional blood chemistry analysis, before set any goals & make recommendations for my patients.
I am a Clinical Registered Dietitian and specialize in renal disease, diabetes, GI including enteral (Tube Feedings) & parenteral nutrition.
I use the latest scientifically evidence based research on medical nutrition therapy consultations to assess, monitor, & optimize nutrition status based on patients’ current chronic medical conditions &/or nutrition adequacy. I review functional blood chemistry analysis, before set any goals & make recommendations for my patients.
Brayden’s specialties include weight management, weight loss/gain, type 1 and type 2 diabetes, heart-healthy nutrition therapy, oncology, enteral nutrition, as well as intuitive eating, disordered eating, Health at Every Size (HAES), mindful eating, and general wellness.
Brayden is a registered dietitian with a passion for health and wellness. She supports clients through realistic, sustainable lifestyle changes using a compassionate, inclusive, and client-centered approach. Brayden blends evidence-based nutrition with practical habits to help clients feel their best in the long term. She creates a safe, non-judgmental space for exploring goals and challenges, offering personalized counseling and education to build lasting, meaningful change.
Brayden’s specialties include weight management, weight loss/gain, type 1 and type 2 diabetes, heart-healthy nutrition therapy, oncology, enteral nutrition, as well as intuitive eating, disordered eating, Health at Every Size (HAES), mindful eating, and general wellness.
Brayden is a registered dietitian with a passion for health and wellness. She supports clients through realistic, sustainable lifestyle changes using a compassionate, inclusive, and client-centered approach. Brayden blends evidence-based nutrition with practical habits to help clients feel their best in the long term. She creates a safe, non-judgmental space for exploring goals and challenges, offering personalized counseling and education to build lasting, meaningful change.
Lauren Weiss Ph.D.- La Jolla Nutritional Health
Nutritionist/Dietitian, PhD, MEd, CNS-S, CKNS, MHP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I offer online Ketogenic Diet consultations and coaching for weight loss, metabolic health, menopause, GLP-1 transition, mental health, cancer, and more. My personalized programs are comprised of education, behavior modification, and daily on-going support and encouragement. The Ketogenic Lifestyle is the best and most effective approach for optimizing metabolic health which is critical for disease prevention, overall health, and weight loss.
I offer online Ketogenic Diet consultations and coaching for weight loss, metabolic health, menopause, GLP-1 transition, mental health, cancer, and more. My personalized programs are comprised of education, behavior modification, and daily on-going support and encouragement. The Ketogenic Lifestyle is the best and most effective approach for optimizing metabolic health which is critical for disease prevention, overall health, and weight loss.
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.
My approach to care is to address the whole person not just the diagnosis. As an experienced nutrition expert, I have worked for the past 15 years helping individuals improve their lives and maintain their health with nutrition therapy, positive mindsets and fitness. I believe strongly that food plays one of the biggest roles in our life with regard to maintaining our health and healing our bodies. Therefore, I believe that the food we consume should be a top priority in our lives.
My approach to care is to address the whole person not just the diagnosis. As an experienced nutrition expert, I have worked for the past 15 years helping individuals improve their lives and maintain their health with nutrition therapy, positive mindsets and fitness. I believe strongly that food plays one of the biggest roles in our life with regard to maintaining our health and healing our bodies. Therefore, I believe that the food we consume should be a top priority in our lives.
They may be struggling with weight, newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes, or managing chronic issues like high cholesterol or high blood pressure.
I specialize in weight loss, diabetes, and chronic disease management. I create realistic, personalized plans that fit your lifestyle—not the other way around. Through weekly sessions, custom meal plans, and ongoing support, I’ll help you feel in control and finally see results that last.
They may be struggling with weight, newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes, or managing chronic issues like high cholesterol or high blood pressure.
I specialize in weight loss, diabetes, and chronic disease management. I create realistic, personalized plans that fit your lifestyle—not the other way around. Through weekly sessions, custom meal plans, and ongoing support, I’ll help you feel in control and finally see results that last.
These clients may be managing, or hoping to prevent, chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or obesity.
Nicole has significant experience managing Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, enteral and parenteral nutrition, oncology, hyperlipidemia, weight management, mindful eating, intuitive eating, malnutrition, and hyperemesis gravidarum.
These clients may be managing, or hoping to prevent, chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or obesity.
Nicole has significant experience managing Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, enteral and parenteral nutrition, oncology, hyperlipidemia, weight management, mindful eating, intuitive eating, malnutrition, and hyperemesis gravidarum.
As an Integrative and Functional Dietitian and Diabetes Educator, I can use nutrition science with labs, genetics, and your observations to help you not only get well but feel better for life!
I help clients find wellness, balance, and a path to eating sustainably for life. I’ll work with you where you are at, incorporating metabolic understanding, empathetic listening, and even mindfulness and yoga techniques to help you reduce medications, address sleep, regularize exercise, and soothe stress. With every bite, nourish all of yourself.
As an Integrative and Functional Dietitian and Diabetes Educator, I can use nutrition science with labs, genetics, and your observations to help you not only get well but feel better for life!
I help clients find wellness, balance, and a path to eating sustainably for life. I’ll work with you where you are at, incorporating metabolic understanding, empathetic listening, and even mindfulness and yoga techniques to help you reduce medications, address sleep, regularize exercise, and soothe stress. With every bite, nourish all of yourself.
I work with busy professionals battling digestive concerns, weight gain, fatigue, and blood sugar swings from hectic schedules. We get to the root cause of their concerns to create simple, sustainable changes so they can feel their best and focus on what matters most to them (ie. building a business, enjoying time with family/friends, being productive, living their best life, etc.).
I work with busy professionals battling digestive concerns, weight gain, fatigue, and blood sugar swings from hectic schedules. We get to the root cause of their concerns to create simple, sustainable changes so they can feel their best and focus on what matters most to them (ie. building a business, enjoying time with family/friends, being productive, living their best life, etc.).
Hearing the news you have cancer can be devastating and life changing, but it does not have to destroy your quality of life. I am a 5 time cancer survivor. I am a Certified Nutritionist and Certified Senior Nutrition Specialist that has the personal experience and training to help you through aging and health conditions that may develop.
Hearing the news you have cancer can be devastating and life changing, but it does not have to destroy your quality of life. I am a 5 time cancer survivor. I am a Certified Nutritionist and Certified Senior Nutrition Specialist that has the personal experience and training to help you through aging and health conditions that may develop.
I specialize in eating disorders, weight management (including GLP-1's), diabetes, MCAS/POTS/EDS, ADHD, neurodivergence, and nutrition for those with mental health or substance abuse disorders.
As a PhD candidate in Psychology along with being an RD for 15 years, I combine behavioral principles with nutrition science. I gain an understanding of your daily life and then create a plan with you that is sustainable for the long term.
I specialize in eating disorders, weight management (including GLP-1's), diabetes, MCAS/POTS/EDS, ADHD, neurodivergence, and nutrition for those with mental health or substance abuse disorders.
As a PhD candidate in Psychology along with being an RD for 15 years, I combine behavioral principles with nutrition science. I gain an understanding of your daily life and then create a plan with you that is sustainable for the long term.
Do you want to improve your cardiometabolic health, manage weight, blood sugar, cholesterol, gut health, or inflammation? Struggling with mood issues? Using GLP-1 therapies (Ozempic, Mounjaro)? Are you experiencing hormone imbalances or performance issues? Curious about keto? I specialize in uncovering root causes and creating personalized, evidence-based nutrition and lifestyle plans. My approach uses Medical Nutrition Therapy to address your unique needs, not just symptoms. Let me help you achieve your health goals with a sustainable, personalized plan tailored to your concerns and health goals.
Do you want to improve your cardiometabolic health, manage weight, blood sugar, cholesterol, gut health, or inflammation? Struggling with mood issues? Using GLP-1 therapies (Ozempic, Mounjaro)? Are you experiencing hormone imbalances or performance issues? Curious about keto? I specialize in uncovering root causes and creating personalized, evidence-based nutrition and lifestyle plans. My approach uses Medical Nutrition Therapy to address your unique needs, not just symptoms. Let me help you achieve your health goals with a sustainable, personalized plan tailored to your concerns and health goals.
Diabetes Nutritionists and Dietitians
What is diabetes?
Diabetes is a metabolic condition characterized by excessively high blood sugar levels due to insufficient insulin. Insulin is a hormone essential for reducing blood sugar by enabling cells to absorb glucose from the bloodstream. Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition where the pancreas fails to produce enough insulin due to an inflammatory process affecting insulin-producing cells. In contrast, type 2 diabetes is an acquired condition resulting from a combination of genetic and lifestyle factors, such as obesity and physical inactivity. In type 2 diabetes, the body has an impaired response to insulin, known as "insulin resistance." Even if the pancreas produces a normal amount of insulin, the body stops responding effectively to the hormone, resulting in impaired glucose uptake into cells.
Is type 2 diabetes caused by a bad diet?
Type 2 diabetes is a complex disease influenced by both genetic and lifestyle factors. Research has shown that poor diet is a major contributor, particularly the consumption of sugar-rich foods and refined carbohydrates, which can lead to insulin resistance. An unhealthy diet promoting obesity is another risk factor, as excess weight increases the likelihood of developing type 2 diabetes. Additional lifestyle factors such as physical inactivity, smoking, and excessive alcohol consumption also contribute to the disease's onset. These elements collectively underscore the importance of healthy diet choices in preventing type 2 diabetes.
How does nutrition affect diabetes?
Nutrition plays a vital role in managing both type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Keeping track of carbohydrate intake is essential for proper insulin dosing and maintaining healthy blood sugar levels. To manage blood sugar effectively, many people with diabetes avoid foods that cause spikes in blood sugar, like sugary snacks and refined carbs such as white bread. Instead, they focus on foods that help stabilize blood sugar, like healthy fats and high-fiber options. Portion control and eating meals at regular times are also important for keeping blood sugar levels steady.
How can a dietitian help someone with diabetes?
Dietitians play a crucial role in assisting individuals with diabetes through lifestyle modification strategies and symptom management. Their expertise is particularly valuable for those recently diagnosed or at risk of developing diabetes. Dietitians provide guidance on tracking carbohydrate intake and appropriately dosing insulin, which is essential for effective diabetes management. For individuals with type 2 diabetes, dietitians can help design weight loss plans and recommend specific dietary modifications, such as increasing the intake of plant-based foods, to promote a healthier lifestyle. In addition, dietitians will often work with other medical professionals on a patient's care team to help the patient navigate symptoms and can thus help the patient integrate input from various professional sources in the management of their condition.