Sports Nutrition Nutritionists and Dietitians in Southbury, CT
I take a holistic, root-cause approach to helping individuals understand their bodies on a biological and cellular level and develop personalized plans that move beyond diet culture, trends, and restrictive one-size-fits-all protocols. By connecting the mind and heart, I create individualized programs that support physical, mental, and emotional well-being. I work with diverse clients — including active women and athletes — who feel frustrated, dismissed, or stuck despite their efforts to improve low energy, hormonal changes, digestive concerns, food sensitivities, or ongoing symptoms that have not been fully addressed.
I take a holistic, root-cause approach to helping individuals understand their bodies on a biological and cellular level and develop personalized plans that move beyond diet culture, trends, and restrictive one-size-fits-all protocols. By connecting the mind and heart, I create individualized programs that support physical, mental, and emotional well-being. I work with diverse clients — including active women and athletes — who feel frustrated, dismissed, or stuck despite their efforts to improve low energy, hormonal changes, digestive concerns, food sensitivities, or ongoing symptoms that have not been fully addressed.
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It is our goal to help fine tune your personal nutrition. Whether you want to lose or gain weight, help prevent or treat a disease, tackle a food allergy or just want to learn how to eat healthy, NutriGreene will create an individualized meal plan to help you reach your goals. We now accept a wide variety of insurance plans and have multiple locations across the state of CT.
It is our goal to help fine tune your personal nutrition. Whether you want to lose or gain weight, help prevent or treat a disease, tackle a food allergy or just want to learn how to eat healthy, NutriGreene will create an individualized meal plan to help you reach your goals. We now accept a wide variety of insurance plans and have multiple locations across the state of CT.
What does 35 years of experience bring you? I have enjoyed a substantial private practice with a specialty in eating disorders and weight control. Your difficulties are my puzzles, and we will solve them together to make your goals attainable. I can do metabolic testing to verify roadblocks, or as a tool in learning to trust eating and your body signals. I use body fat testing for an emphasis on health, not numbers on a scale. My goal is to have to learn tools to understand yourself, make better choices regarding wellness, and to enjoy your time with me! I bring a sense of lightness to things and text outside sessions for support
What does 35 years of experience bring you? I have enjoyed a substantial private practice with a specialty in eating disorders and weight control. Your difficulties are my puzzles, and we will solve them together to make your goals attainable. I can do metabolic testing to verify roadblocks, or as a tool in learning to trust eating and your body signals. I use body fat testing for an emphasis on health, not numbers on a scale. My goal is to have to learn tools to understand yourself, make better choices regarding wellness, and to enjoy your time with me! I bring a sense of lightness to things and text outside sessions for support
It is our goal to help fine tune your personal nutrition. Whether you want to lose or gain weight, help prevent or treat a disease, tackle a food allergy or just want to learn how to eat healthy, NutriGreene will create an individualized meal plan to help you reach your goals. We now accept a wide variety of insurance plans and have multiple locations across the state of CT.
It is our goal to help fine tune your personal nutrition. Whether you want to lose or gain weight, help prevent or treat a disease, tackle a food allergy or just want to learn how to eat healthy, NutriGreene will create an individualized meal plan to help you reach your goals. We now accept a wide variety of insurance plans and have multiple locations across the state of CT.
It is our goal to help fine tune your personal nutrition. Whether you want to lose or gain weight, help prevent or treat a disease, tackle a food allergy or just want to learn how to eat healthy, NutriGreene will create an individualized meal plan to help you reach your goals. We now accept a wide variety of insurance plans and have multiple locations across the state of CT. In Office or Telehealth Sessions (insurance accepted!). Conditions Treated: Weight Management, Eating Disorders, Diabetes, Heart Disease, Hypertension, High Cholesterol, Gastrointestinal Disorders, Gastric Bypass Pre/Post Surgery, Food Allergies and Chronic Kid
It is our goal to help fine tune your personal nutrition. Whether you want to lose or gain weight, help prevent or treat a disease, tackle a food allergy or just want to learn how to eat healthy, NutriGreene will create an individualized meal plan to help you reach your goals. We now accept a wide variety of insurance plans and have multiple locations across the state of CT. In Office or Telehealth Sessions (insurance accepted!). Conditions Treated: Weight Management, Eating Disorders, Diabetes, Heart Disease, Hypertension, High Cholesterol, Gastrointestinal Disorders, Gastric Bypass Pre/Post Surgery, Food Allergies and Chronic Kid
Hi, I am Sheila Zarfati, MS, RD, and I’m passionate about helping people find peace with food and confidence in their bodies. I know how overwhelming and stressful eating can feel at times—especially with all the mixed messages out there. My role as your dietitian is to make nutrition feel approachable, supportive, and aligned with your unique needs. I’ve had the privilege of working in clinical, community, and eating disorder treatment settings, supporting people of all ages and backgrounds. No matter your starting point, you deserve a space where your experiences are validated, your goals are honored, and your body is respected.
Hi, I am Sheila Zarfati, MS, RD, and I’m passionate about helping people find peace with food and confidence in their bodies. I know how overwhelming and stressful eating can feel at times—especially with all the mixed messages out there. My role as your dietitian is to make nutrition feel approachable, supportive, and aligned with your unique needs. I’ve had the privilege of working in clinical, community, and eating disorder treatment settings, supporting people of all ages and backgrounds. No matter your starting point, you deserve a space where your experiences are validated, your goals are honored, and your body is respected.
If you are experiencing ANY of the following, I would love to have the opportunity to work together: You often feel guilty about your food choices, and you spend significant time and energy thinking about food. You have scoured the internet for nutrition information and guidance and are frustrated by the amount of conflicting information online. You are navigating an eating disorder or disordered eating and are looking for support from a compassionate and knowledgable RD. You are struggling to keep up with meal planning every week, unsure of how to shop for and prepare meals that support your nutrition goals.
If you are experiencing ANY of the following, I would love to have the opportunity to work together: You often feel guilty about your food choices, and you spend significant time and energy thinking about food. You have scoured the internet for nutrition information and guidance and are frustrated by the amount of conflicting information online. You are navigating an eating disorder or disordered eating and are looking for support from a compassionate and knowledgable RD. You are struggling to keep up with meal planning every week, unsure of how to shop for and prepare meals that support your nutrition goals.
I’m a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist specializing in eating disorders and disordered eating. I primarily work with young adults and adults across a range of presentations, including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, ARFID, and chronic dieting.
I have experience supporting individuals at various stages of recovery including residential, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient and outpatient levels of care. These experiences have reinforced my belief in meeting individuals where they are and honoring autonomy in our work together.
I’m a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist specializing in eating disorders and disordered eating. I primarily work with young adults and adults across a range of presentations, including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, ARFID, and chronic dieting.
I have experience supporting individuals at various stages of recovery including residential, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient and outpatient levels of care. These experiences have reinforced my belief in meeting individuals where they are and honoring autonomy in our work together.
I am a certified clinical nutritionist who helps clients meet their nutritional goals. I believe in tailoring a food plan to a client's individual health profile and life style needs. Especially rewarding is helping clients with unresolved health issues.
I am a certified clinical nutritionist who helps clients meet their nutritional goals. I believe in tailoring a food plan to a client's individual health profile and life style needs. Especially rewarding is helping clients with unresolved health issues.
When I imagine my ideal client, I picture someone motivated, intelligent, and ready for meaningful change—yet often frustrated by confusing, incomplete, or contradictory health information. They may be dealing with chronic symptoms, low energy, inflammation, digestive problems, weight issues, hormonal shifts, or simply the sense that they’re not functioning at their best. Many have already visited multiple practitioners without receiving clear answers, and they come to me looking for a comprehensive, science-based, holistic approach that finally makes sense of their health concerns.
My ideal client needs a practitioner who can conne
When I imagine my ideal client, I picture someone motivated, intelligent, and ready for meaningful change—yet often frustrated by confusing, incomplete, or contradictory health information. They may be dealing with chronic symptoms, low energy, inflammation, digestive problems, weight issues, hormonal shifts, or simply the sense that they’re not functioning at their best. Many have already visited multiple practitioners without receiving clear answers, and they come to me looking for a comprehensive, science-based, holistic approach that finally makes sense of their health concerns.
My ideal client needs a practitioner who can conne
I am a registered dietitian nutritionist with a passion for helping individuals transform their lives through personalized nutrition and lifestyle choices. I believe that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to nutrition. Your unique body, goals, and preferences deserve a tailored plan that suits your individual needs. I take the time to understand your specific circumstances, challenges, and aspirations, ensuring that the guidance I provide is personalized just for you.
I am a registered dietitian nutritionist with a passion for helping individuals transform their lives through personalized nutrition and lifestyle choices. I believe that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to nutrition. Your unique body, goals, and preferences deserve a tailored plan that suits your individual needs. I take the time to understand your specific circumstances, challenges, and aspirations, ensuring that the guidance I provide is personalized just for you.
With 20 years of experience in weight loss, PCOS, diabetes, sports nutrition, food allergies & GI we are ready to serve YOU!
Thank YOU for checking out our profile for The Plano Program Dietitians. We are an insurance-based practice serving the great New Haven county area in Southern CT. We are passionate about all areas of nutrition. We believe in meeting our clients WHERE they are ARE and design customized plans consistent with your specific dietary goals in mind. We don't believe in cookie-cutter plans and take the time to get to really know our clients so we can create the most badass treatment plan as is humanly possible.
With 20 years of experience in weight loss, PCOS, diabetes, sports nutrition, food allergies & GI we are ready to serve YOU!
Thank YOU for checking out our profile for The Plano Program Dietitians. We are an insurance-based practice serving the great New Haven county area in Southern CT. We are passionate about all areas of nutrition. We believe in meeting our clients WHERE they are ARE and design customized plans consistent with your specific dietary goals in mind. We don't believe in cookie-cutter plans and take the time to get to really know our clients so we can create the most badass treatment plan as is humanly possible.
Our team offers care for pediatric and family nutrition, gastrointestinal issues, women's health including PCOS, hormone balance, fertility, prenatal and postpartum nutrition, perimenopause wellness, and sports nutrition counseling to enhance performance, recovery, and longevity.
At Balanced Nutrition, we believe that every person deserves a supportive, compassionate, and evidence-based approach to nourishing their body. Our team of registered dietitians brings together specialized training across several key areas of nutrition care, allowing us to provide comprehensive support for individuals and families at every stage of life.
Our team offers care for pediatric and family nutrition, gastrointestinal issues, women's health including PCOS, hormone balance, fertility, prenatal and postpartum nutrition, perimenopause wellness, and sports nutrition counseling to enhance performance, recovery, and longevity.
At Balanced Nutrition, we believe that every person deserves a supportive, compassionate, and evidence-based approach to nourishing their body. Our team of registered dietitians brings together specialized training across several key areas of nutrition care, allowing us to provide comprehensive support for individuals and families at every stage of life.
It is our goal to help fine tune your personal nutrition. Whether you want to lose or gain weight, help prevent or treat a disease, tackle a food allergy or just want to learn how to eat healthy, NutriGreene will create an individualized meal plan to help you reach your goals. We now accept a wide variety of insurance plans and have multiple locations across the state of CT. Please visit www.nutrigreene.com to learn more about topics covered during sessions.
It is our goal to help fine tune your personal nutrition. Whether you want to lose or gain weight, help prevent or treat a disease, tackle a food allergy or just want to learn how to eat healthy, NutriGreene will create an individualized meal plan to help you reach your goals. We now accept a wide variety of insurance plans and have multiple locations across the state of CT. Please visit www.nutrigreene.com to learn more about topics covered during sessions.
My ideal client is someone who is seeking support in building an intentional relationship with their body. I specialize in disordered eating dynamics that involve binge eating, fear of body changes, struggles with body image, and anxiety around food. I am additionally passionate about working with folks who experience sensory sensitivities, low appetite and/or trauma-associated food dysregulation. I create a space that celebrates queerness and those who identify as neurodivergent. My practice is fundamentally based in harm reduction, curiosity, and an individualized care approach.
My ideal client is someone who is seeking support in building an intentional relationship with their body. I specialize in disordered eating dynamics that involve binge eating, fear of body changes, struggles with body image, and anxiety around food. I am additionally passionate about working with folks who experience sensory sensitivities, low appetite and/or trauma-associated food dysregulation. I create a space that celebrates queerness and those who identify as neurodivergent. My practice is fundamentally based in harm reduction, curiosity, and an individualized care approach.
New England Nutrition specializes in managing gastrointestinal (GI) disorders including Irritable Bowel Syndrome, SIBO, Inflammatory Bowel Disease (Crohn's, Ulcerative Colitis), Celiac Disease, GERD, and more. New England Nutrition also provides nutrition therapy for various other medical conditions as well as healthy diet counseling and weight management.
New England Nutrition specializes in managing gastrointestinal (GI) disorders including Irritable Bowel Syndrome, SIBO, Inflammatory Bowel Disease (Crohn's, Ulcerative Colitis), Celiac Disease, GERD, and more. New England Nutrition also provides nutrition therapy for various other medical conditions as well as healthy diet counseling and weight management.
Hunter also has a passion for sports nutrition and regularly works with amateur and professional athletes including those pursuing weightlifting and power-lifting, CrossFit, football, and running.
Lifestyle Eating and Performance (LEAP); specific and individualized dietary protocol to reduce and eliminate inflammation from adverse food reactions linked to leaky gut. Reactions manifest as conditions including migraine, fibromyalgia, eczema, IBS and other GI disorders. Weight loss, weight management, and sports nutrition are other specialities.
Hunter also has a passion for sports nutrition and regularly works with amateur and professional athletes including those pursuing weightlifting and power-lifting, CrossFit, football, and running.
Lifestyle Eating and Performance (LEAP); specific and individualized dietary protocol to reduce and eliminate inflammation from adverse food reactions linked to leaky gut. Reactions manifest as conditions including migraine, fibromyalgia, eczema, IBS and other GI disorders. Weight loss, weight management, and sports nutrition are other specialities.
Expertise in weight management, diabetes, cholesterol and cardiac management, cancer prevention, gastrointestinal diseases (food sensitivities,IBS, crohn's, colitis, sports nutrition,and pregnancy related issues.
Linda Arpino practices evidence base nutrition fo chronic disease prevention and focuses on food as medicine. Food is increasingly becoming more expensive and new 2025-2030 dietary Guidelines have been published and can create more confusion. I provide clear simple strategies to enjoy a wide variety of foods with menus, grocery guides and recipes.
Expertise in weight management, diabetes, cholesterol and cardiac management, cancer prevention, gastrointestinal diseases (food sensitivities,IBS, crohn's, colitis, sports nutrition,and pregnancy related issues.
Linda Arpino practices evidence base nutrition fo chronic disease prevention and focuses on food as medicine. Food is increasingly becoming more expensive and new 2025-2030 dietary Guidelines have been published and can create more confusion. I provide clear simple strategies to enjoy a wide variety of foods with menus, grocery guides and recipes.
We are a group of weight inclusive dietitians, Certified Eating Disorder Specialists, Intuitive Eating Counselors and trauma informed. Our passion is to help people who struggle with chronic dieting and eating disorders. We help develop a healthy REAL Intuitive relationship with food, by stopping the "food worrying" and labeling food as "good or bad" and becoming their own experts when it comes to listening to their bodies. Our approach is very unique and individualized. We work with children, adolescents, college students, adults and all genders, we also love working in areas of nutrition such as GI disorders and women health.
We are a group of weight inclusive dietitians, Certified Eating Disorder Specialists, Intuitive Eating Counselors and trauma informed. Our passion is to help people who struggle with chronic dieting and eating disorders. We help develop a healthy REAL Intuitive relationship with food, by stopping the "food worrying" and labeling food as "good or bad" and becoming their own experts when it comes to listening to their bodies. Our approach is very unique and individualized. We work with children, adolescents, college students, adults and all genders, we also love working in areas of nutrition such as GI disorders and women health.
Hi! I'm Emily. I am dedicated to helping individuals develop a healthier relationship with food, movement, and their body. I support my clients in breaking free from the grip of diet culture by realigning their values and behaviors, challenging rigid thoughts and beliefs, and building flexibility in all areas of life.
As an eating disorder-informed registered dietitian and certified Pilates instructor, I support my clients in reclaiming trust in their bodies, discovering freedom with food, and reconnecting with the joy of movement.
Hi! I'm Emily. I am dedicated to helping individuals develop a healthier relationship with food, movement, and their body. I support my clients in breaking free from the grip of diet culture by realigning their values and behaviors, challenging rigid thoughts and beliefs, and building flexibility in all areas of life.
As an eating disorder-informed registered dietitian and certified Pilates instructor, I support my clients in reclaiming trust in their bodies, discovering freedom with food, and reconnecting with the joy of movement.
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.