Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) Nutritionists and Dietitians in New Castle County, DE
Medical research has shown that sensitivities to foods and food-chemicals can be involved in a wide array of painful symptoms and chronic health problems.
Free Yourself! Do you suffer with health problems that just will not go away? Are you tired of paying for treatments and medications that do not work? Consider this... Your food could be making you sick! For the past nine years, I have used the patented blood test Mediator Release Test (MRT) along with the Lifestyle Eating And Performance (LEAP) dietary protocol to identify reactive foods and develop a meal plan that has helped many people heal and get well.
Medical research has shown that sensitivities to foods and food-chemicals can be involved in a wide array of painful symptoms and chronic health problems.
Free Yourself! Do you suffer with health problems that just will not go away? Are you tired of paying for treatments and medications that do not work? Consider this... Your food could be making you sick! For the past nine years, I have used the patented blood test Mediator Release Test (MRT) along with the Lifestyle Eating And Performance (LEAP) dietary protocol to identify reactive foods and develop a meal plan that has helped many people heal and get well.
I am passionate about using nutrition therapy and behavior therapy.
Welcome to Healthy You Nutrition! Your very own personal Dietitian. Let's make you a healthier YOU! I want to make a difference in your life. How can I help?
I am passionate about using nutrition therapy and behavior therapy.
Welcome to Healthy You Nutrition! Your very own personal Dietitian. Let's make you a healthier YOU! I want to make a difference in your life. How can I help?
I specialize in nutrition therapy & counseling for: intuitive eating, eating disorders/disordered eating (including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, ARFID and OSFED), child nutrition concerns, picky eating, child growth concerns.
I'm a dietitian, but I don't believe in dieting. Instead of focusing on weight loss, I help people develop a healthy relationship with food, enjoy all foods without guilt, and trust, appreciate, and respect their body. All bodies deserve dignity and respect. I help people reach their health goals, without focusing on the number on the scale.
I specialize in nutrition therapy & counseling for: intuitive eating, eating disorders/disordered eating (including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, ARFID and OSFED), child nutrition concerns, picky eating, child growth concerns.
I'm a dietitian, but I don't believe in dieting. Instead of focusing on weight loss, I help people develop a healthy relationship with food, enjoy all foods without guilt, and trust, appreciate, and respect their body. All bodies deserve dignity and respect. I help people reach their health goals, without focusing on the number on the scale.
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.
My name is Malaika Omowale. I am a Board Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS) and Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN) with an MS in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine. As a Functional Medicine and Integrative Health Nutritionist, I believe in a personalized, holistic approach to nutrition that is rooted in the principle that food is medicine. Our bodies are truly amazing and we all come equipped with what we need to live healthy lives. However, we live in a world replete with processed foods, environmental contaminants and STRESS, which makes it increasingly difficult to stay healthy.
My name is Malaika Omowale. I am a Board Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS) and Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN) with an MS in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine. As a Functional Medicine and Integrative Health Nutritionist, I believe in a personalized, holistic approach to nutrition that is rooted in the principle that food is medicine. Our bodies are truly amazing and we all come equipped with what we need to live healthy lives. However, we live in a world replete with processed foods, environmental contaminants and STRESS, which makes it increasingly difficult to stay healthy.
Food can address underlying health issues - from obvious digestive problems, to migraines/headaches, skin issues, hormonal health, cardiovascular health, autoimmune conditions, and more. People come to me when they feel frustrated that "nothing works" or they just feel "no longer like themselves anymore." I work with you, as an individual, to identify changes to food to help you start feeling better. Integrative nutrition is more than just food; we discuss how stress, sleep, sunshine, movement, etc affect health.
Food can address underlying health issues - from obvious digestive problems, to migraines/headaches, skin issues, hormonal health, cardiovascular health, autoimmune conditions, and more. People come to me when they feel frustrated that "nothing works" or they just feel "no longer like themselves anymore." I work with you, as an individual, to identify changes to food to help you start feeling better. Integrative nutrition is more than just food; we discuss how stress, sleep, sunshine, movement, etc affect health.
Julie has been practicing as a dietitian for over 15 years. She has a passion for helping clients improve their health by improving their relationship with food. Julie specializes in a non-diet approach to health and wellness. If you are exhausted by the cycle of: diet, weight loss, weight gain, reach out to FItFindsBalance, we can help you on a path to a more healthful lifestyle.
Julie has been practicing as a dietitian for over 15 years. She has a passion for helping clients improve their health by improving their relationship with food. Julie specializes in a non-diet approach to health and wellness. If you are exhausted by the cycle of: diet, weight loss, weight gain, reach out to FItFindsBalance, we can help you on a path to a more healthful lifestyle.
Are you ready to ditch dieting and build a healthy relationship with food?
Are you ready to ditch dieting and build a healthy relationship with food?
As a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with a PhD in Nutritional Biology, I specialize in reproductive nutrition (fertility, pregnancy, postpartum), child feeding, and women’s wellness. I use the latest research to guide my practice, so you don't have to wade through the misinformation alone.
Hi, I’m Dr. Megan Bragg, a dietitian, nutrition researcher, and mother of two.
As a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with a PhD in Nutritional Biology, I specialize in reproductive nutrition (fertility, pregnancy, postpartum), child feeding, and women’s wellness. I use the latest research to guide my practice, so you don't have to wade through the misinformation alone.
Hi, I’m Dr. Megan Bragg, a dietitian, nutrition researcher, and mother of two.
I am a master's level Registered Dietitian Nutritionist who is transgender, queer, neurodivergent, and in long term recovery from my own eating disorders. I believe every client is truly unique and sees the world through their own lens. I work from a weight inclusive and social justice stance in striving to respect humans living in different body shapes, sizes, ages, genders, abilities, nationalities, races, religions, and cultures. I believe in developing a strong therapeutic alliance with each client to work alongside them to find their own sustainable solutions for lasting recovery from disordered eating.
I am a master's level Registered Dietitian Nutritionist who is transgender, queer, neurodivergent, and in long term recovery from my own eating disorders. I believe every client is truly unique and sees the world through their own lens. I work from a weight inclusive and social justice stance in striving to respect humans living in different body shapes, sizes, ages, genders, abilities, nationalities, races, religions, and cultures. I believe in developing a strong therapeutic alliance with each client to work alongside them to find their own sustainable solutions for lasting recovery from disordered eating.
Heather is passionate about working collaboratively with her clients to help them heal their relationship with their body and food. She works with clients to facilitate changes that will improve overall quality of life. She believes that food and nutrition should not only support someone’s physical health, but their social, emotional, and mental health as well. Her own experiences have fueled her particular interest in intuitive eating, disordered eating and HAES aligned care. She loves working alongside clients to find creative ways to make food both nourishing and enjoyable.
Heather is passionate about working collaboratively with her clients to help them heal their relationship with their body and food. She works with clients to facilitate changes that will improve overall quality of life. She believes that food and nutrition should not only support someone’s physical health, but their social, emotional, and mental health as well. Her own experiences have fueled her particular interest in intuitive eating, disordered eating and HAES aligned care. She loves working alongside clients to find creative ways to make food both nourishing and enjoyable.
Are you feeling frustrated by endless dieting? Are you confused about what you should or shouldn't eat? Are you tired of being told to "just lose weight" and your health will improve? Whether you have PCOS, struggle with disordered eating, or are just tired of dieting, you can learn to listen to your body and feel good in it. A big part of being healthy is feeling good. And when you feel good, you don't need to spend so many hours each day thinking about or distracting yourself from food.
Are you feeling frustrated by endless dieting? Are you confused about what you should or shouldn't eat? Are you tired of being told to "just lose weight" and your health will improve? Whether you have PCOS, struggle with disordered eating, or are just tired of dieting, you can learn to listen to your body and feel good in it. A big part of being healthy is feeling good. And when you feel good, you don't need to spend so many hours each day thinking about or distracting yourself from food.
Are you an athlete who is tired of guessing when it comes to your nutrition? If you've tried everything to either gain weight, lose weight, increase muscle mass, or improve overall athletic performance and haven't seen results, you just may not have found the nutrition approach that works for you. I help athletes and active adults to individualize their nutrition approach to help them achieve the results they desire.
Are you an athlete who is tired of guessing when it comes to your nutrition? If you've tried everything to either gain weight, lose weight, increase muscle mass, or improve overall athletic performance and haven't seen results, you just may not have found the nutrition approach that works for you. I help athletes and active adults to individualize their nutrition approach to help them achieve the results they desire.
Rachel graduated from West Chester University, Honors College XVI with a Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition and Dietetics in 2018. She completed her dietetic internship at Immaculata University and graduated with her Master’s degree in Clinical Nutrition from Immaculata in May 2022. Rachel is a non-diet dietitian who believes in intuitive eating and is a HAES health at every size provider. She is passionate about walking alongside her clients as they seek to heal their relationship with food and their bodies, and re-discover the joy of eating!
Rachel graduated from West Chester University, Honors College XVI with a Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition and Dietetics in 2018. She completed her dietetic internship at Immaculata University and graduated with her Master’s degree in Clinical Nutrition from Immaculata in May 2022. Rachel is a non-diet dietitian who believes in intuitive eating and is a HAES health at every size provider. She is passionate about walking alongside her clients as they seek to heal their relationship with food and their bodies, and re-discover the joy of eating!
Seeking a dietitian can seem intimidating- I totally get it! We have a reputation for telling you what NOT to eat. Fortunately, there are dietitians, including myself that approach your health and nutrition through intuitive eating. This approach allows you to regain trust with your mind and body while refocusing your health goals to fit your needs. Diet culture has caused a lot of chaos in our lives throughout the years, and you may not even know where to start. That's where I come in!
Seeking a dietitian can seem intimidating- I totally get it! We have a reputation for telling you what NOT to eat. Fortunately, there are dietitians, including myself that approach your health and nutrition through intuitive eating. This approach allows you to regain trust with your mind and body while refocusing your health goals to fit your needs. Diet culture has caused a lot of chaos in our lives throughout the years, and you may not even know where to start. That's where I come in!
I've been there; exhausted and stressed out where food is my last priority. I help clients identify simple, easy ways to support their bodies.
I've been there; exhausted and stressed out where food is my last priority. I help clients identify simple, easy ways to support their bodies.
The number one thing I hear is "I know what I need to do, but I'm not doing it." My intention is to break down that barrier to help start doing it. My ideal client is someone who wants and/or needs to make changes to their diet and lifestyle, but looking for a professional who can guide them and provide accountability. Whether this is for weight loss, heart health, diabetes, sports nutrition or just for eating healthier, my goal is support you.
The number one thing I hear is "I know what I need to do, but I'm not doing it." My intention is to break down that barrier to help start doing it. My ideal client is someone who wants and/or needs to make changes to their diet and lifestyle, but looking for a professional who can guide them and provide accountability. Whether this is for weight loss, heart health, diabetes, sports nutrition or just for eating healthier, my goal is support you.
Christina Ushler, MS, RD, LDN is a registered dietitian/health coach specializing in weight management and renal nutrition. Christina provides nutritional counseling to individuals with varying needs such as general wellness or prevention, gastrointestinal disorders (i.e. irritable bowel syndrome, bloating, constipation, etc.), and chronic disease management (i.e. diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, renal disease, hyperlipidemia, etc.). Christina will explore concerns specific to you and help you discover tools needed for a lifetime of balance. Your personalized program will radically improve your health and happiness!
Christina Ushler, MS, RD, LDN is a registered dietitian/health coach specializing in weight management and renal nutrition. Christina provides nutritional counseling to individuals with varying needs such as general wellness or prevention, gastrointestinal disorders (i.e. irritable bowel syndrome, bloating, constipation, etc.), and chronic disease management (i.e. diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, renal disease, hyperlipidemia, etc.). Christina will explore concerns specific to you and help you discover tools needed for a lifetime of balance. Your personalized program will radically improve your health and happiness!
Heather is passionate about working collaboratively with her clients to help them heal their relationship with their body and food. She works with clients to facilitate changes that will improve overall quality of life. She believes that food and nutrition should not only support someone’s physical health, but their social, emotional, and mental health as well. Her own experiences have fueled her particular interest in intuitive eating, disordered eating and HAES aligned care. She loves working alongside clients to find creative ways to make food both nourishing and enjoyable. Through evidence-based practice and individualized care,
Heather is passionate about working collaboratively with her clients to help them heal their relationship with their body and food. She works with clients to facilitate changes that will improve overall quality of life. She believes that food and nutrition should not only support someone’s physical health, but their social, emotional, and mental health as well. Her own experiences have fueled her particular interest in intuitive eating, disordered eating and HAES aligned care. She loves working alongside clients to find creative ways to make food both nourishing and enjoyable. Through evidence-based practice and individualized care,
I specialize in helping individuals navigate the confusion of restrictive diets and conflicting nutrition advice to make meaningful progress in their health. If you’re ready to learn how to nourish your body, manage chronic conditions, and build a healthier relationship with food, I’m here to guide you. Whether you’re working toward reducing your need for medications, achieving sustainable weight loss, building muscle, or simply feeling stronger and more energized, I've got you!
I specialize in helping individuals navigate the confusion of restrictive diets and conflicting nutrition advice to make meaningful progress in their health. If you’re ready to learn how to nourish your body, manage chronic conditions, and build a healthier relationship with food, I’m here to guide you. Whether you’re working toward reducing your need for medications, achieving sustainable weight loss, building muscle, or simply feeling stronger and more energized, I've got you!
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.