Diabetes Nutritionists and Dietitians in Sussex County, DE
Whether you're managing diabetes, chronic inflammation, metabolic issues, or just want
to feel better in your body, we'll work together to create a plan that fits your life and get
to the root cause behind your symptoms.
I bring together the best of clinical nutrition, functional medicine and personalized coaching. I have dedicated over 15 years to helping my clients uncover the root causes of their health challenges-whether it's digestive issues, hormonal imbalance, fatigue, or chronic inflammation- for an overall improved quality of life.
Whether you're managing diabetes, chronic inflammation, metabolic issues, or just want
to feel better in your body, we'll work together to create a plan that fits your life and get
to the root cause behind your symptoms.
I bring together the best of clinical nutrition, functional medicine and personalized coaching. I have dedicated over 15 years to helping my clients uncover the root causes of their health challenges-whether it's digestive issues, hormonal imbalance, fatigue, or chronic inflammation- for an overall improved quality of life.
I use healthy lifestyle coaching and non-pharmaceutical approaches for clients diagnosed with Asthma, Hypertension, Diabetes, elevated cholesterol, IBS, GERD disease, Fibromyalgia, Rheumatoid Arthritis and many other debilitating conditions.
I am classically trained as a Registered Dietitian & Clinical Nutritionist, but specialize in Integrative & Functional Medicine. I have extensive expertise in nutrient, herbal and pharmaceutical interventions as well as lifestyle and integrative wellness approaches. In practice for over 45 years, I support clients challenged with auto-immune & inflammatory diseases, GI disorders, cardiovascular, endocrine, neurological & neuromuscular conditions. My clients receive a completely personalized "roadmap to health" that is designed for their unique lifestyle, preferences, health challenges and goals.
I use healthy lifestyle coaching and non-pharmaceutical approaches for clients diagnosed with Asthma, Hypertension, Diabetes, elevated cholesterol, IBS, GERD disease, Fibromyalgia, Rheumatoid Arthritis and many other debilitating conditions.
I am classically trained as a Registered Dietitian & Clinical Nutritionist, but specialize in Integrative & Functional Medicine. I have extensive expertise in nutrient, herbal and pharmaceutical interventions as well as lifestyle and integrative wellness approaches. In practice for over 45 years, I support clients challenged with auto-immune & inflammatory diseases, GI disorders, cardiovascular, endocrine, neurological & neuromuscular conditions. My clients receive a completely personalized "roadmap to health" that is designed for their unique lifestyle, preferences, health challenges and goals.
Kristin's training in Medical Nutrition Therapy can support both children and adults living with a variety of conditions to include: obesity, pre- diabetes, diabetes, cancer, GI and cardiovascular diseases.
Kristin has over 14 years of expertise in the health and wellness field counseling clients in a multitude of settings to include: employee wellness programs, school wellness centers, hospitals, long-term care facilities, cancer centers. She has been practicing in the telehealth arena for over four years.
Kristin's training in Medical Nutrition Therapy can support both children and adults living with a variety of conditions to include: obesity, pre- diabetes, diabetes, cancer, GI and cardiovascular diseases.
Kristin has over 14 years of expertise in the health and wellness field counseling clients in a multitude of settings to include: employee wellness programs, school wellness centers, hospitals, long-term care facilities, cancer centers. She has been practicing in the telehealth arena for over four years.
Online Dietitians and Nutritionists
Why choose Healthy You Nutrition? I have 30 years of experience as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist helping children and adults navigate their health journey by improving eating behaviors, supporting sustainable weight management, and addressing nutrition concerns that affect overall health. Many of my clients come to me after years of dieting, frustration with food, or difficulty maintaining healthy habits in real life.
Why choose Healthy You Nutrition? I have 30 years of experience as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist helping children and adults navigate their health journey by improving eating behaviors, supporting sustainable weight management, and addressing nutrition concerns that affect overall health. Many of my clients come to me after years of dieting, frustration with food, or difficulty maintaining healthy habits in real life.
Not sure what to eat during pregnancy or postpartum? Nervous about starting solids? Want to help your picky eater?
Hi, I’m Dr. Megan Bragg, a dietitian, nutrition researcher, and mother of two. With a PhD in nutrition and expertise in maternal/child health, I use my research skills to navigate through nutrition misinformation, so you don’t have to.
Not sure what to eat during pregnancy or postpartum? Nervous about starting solids? Want to help your picky eater?
Hi, I’m Dr. Megan Bragg, a dietitian, nutrition researcher, and mother of two. With a PhD in nutrition and expertise in maternal/child health, I use my research skills to navigate through nutrition misinformation, so you don’t have to.
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.
Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here.
My passion is to help clients feel comfortable in their bodies through nutrition and discover the endless possibilities nutrition and holistic health can offer.
I enjoy helping clients find natural remedies to their chronic health conditions. Where medication is necessary, I enjoy helping clients navigate nutrition-related side effects, medication induced deficiencies, and/or adjunctive treatments/nutrients that can aid and assist their medications.
I am also passionate about helping clients navigate the influx of (often conflicting) nutrition information that we are exposed to on a daily basis!
Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here.
My passion is to help clients feel comfortable in their bodies through nutrition and discover the endless possibilities nutrition and holistic health can offer.
I enjoy helping clients find natural remedies to their chronic health conditions. Where medication is necessary, I enjoy helping clients navigate nutrition-related side effects, medication induced deficiencies, and/or adjunctive treatments/nutrients that can aid and assist their medications.
I am also passionate about helping clients navigate the influx of (often conflicting) nutrition information that we are exposed to on a daily basis!
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.