Diabetes Nutritionists and Dietitians in Polk County, FL
My ideal client is someone who is goal oriented and is ready to make the necessary adjustments to reach their health and nutrition goals. They are someone who is in need of a nutrition PROFESSIONAL who truly knows the evidenced based, research approved methodology to help them get into the best shape of their lives. They may be deficient in certain vitamins and minerals or possibly, a blood marker value is too low or too high. Or they may want to lose weight/gain weight or maintain their weight and get into the best shape of their lives. My ideal client's health is their most prized possession! Being healthy is the #1 priority!
My ideal client is someone who is goal oriented and is ready to make the necessary adjustments to reach their health and nutrition goals. They are someone who is in need of a nutrition PROFESSIONAL who truly knows the evidenced based, research approved methodology to help them get into the best shape of their lives. They may be deficient in certain vitamins and minerals or possibly, a blood marker value is too low or too high. Or they may want to lose weight/gain weight or maintain their weight and get into the best shape of their lives. My ideal client's health is their most prized possession! Being healthy is the #1 priority!
Online Dietitians and Nutritionists
If you've been tweaking your intermittent fasting window, trying every new version of Keto, or thinking you need to shop exclusively at Trader Joe's or Whole Foods to eat healthy. It's time for a change! There is so much nutrition information readily available at your fingertips. Much of the information is conflicting and confusion. It is difficult to weed out what is factual and myth. This information is general and does not take your specific medical condition(s), food preferences, body type and current lifestyle into consideration. Here’s the good news. You don’t have to stay stuck and you don’t have to continue living like this.
If you've been tweaking your intermittent fasting window, trying every new version of Keto, or thinking you need to shop exclusively at Trader Joe's or Whole Foods to eat healthy. It's time for a change! There is so much nutrition information readily available at your fingertips. Much of the information is conflicting and confusion. It is difficult to weed out what is factual and myth. This information is general and does not take your specific medical condition(s), food preferences, body type and current lifestyle into consideration. Here’s the good news. You don’t have to stay stuck and you don’t have to continue living like this.
I help you uncover the root causes behind stubborn weight gain, belly fat, fatigue, digestive issues, thyroid dysfunction, and blood sugar problems like prediabetes and diabetes.
You may be doing everything “right”—eating well, exercising, and trying different health strategies—yet still feel frustrated by fatigue, brain fog, stubborn weight gain, digestive issues, or chronic health concerns. You're tired of conflicting nutrition advice and want clear answers. You’re looking for a science-based, personalized plan that addresses root causes—often involving gut health, metabolism, inflammation, or hormones—so you can restore energy, improve body composition, and regain control of your long-term health.
I help you uncover the root causes behind stubborn weight gain, belly fat, fatigue, digestive issues, thyroid dysfunction, and blood sugar problems like prediabetes and diabetes.
You may be doing everything “right”—eating well, exercising, and trying different health strategies—yet still feel frustrated by fatigue, brain fog, stubborn weight gain, digestive issues, or chronic health concerns. You're tired of conflicting nutrition advice and want clear answers. You’re looking for a science-based, personalized plan that addresses root causes—often involving gut health, metabolism, inflammation, or hormones—so you can restore energy, improve body composition, and regain control of your long-term health.
At Nourish, we don’t lecture, body shame, or give clients generic nutrition plans. Our caring professionals help each individual achieve and maintain optimal health and a positive body image through collaborative goal setting, tailored, science-based nutrition plans, and other industry best practices. Tired of bouncing from diet to diet and Googling nutrition advice? Quick fixes aren’t long-term solutions. You’ll achieve and maintain your goals with our personalized, sustainable nutrition plans. One size doesn’t fit all when it comes to nutrition counseling.
At Nourish, we don’t lecture, body shame, or give clients generic nutrition plans. Our caring professionals help each individual achieve and maintain optimal health and a positive body image through collaborative goal setting, tailored, science-based nutrition plans, and other industry best practices. Tired of bouncing from diet to diet and Googling nutrition advice? Quick fixes aren’t long-term solutions. You’ll achieve and maintain your goals with our personalized, sustainable nutrition plans. One size doesn’t fit all when it comes to nutrition counseling.
Are you exhausted from trying every diet with no results? Tired of bloating, hormone issues, or constant fatigue? You deserve real answers—not another generic plan that fails.
You want sustainable weight loss, balanced hormones, and energy to show up fully for your life. Emily has helped hundreds uncover the root causes holding them back. With functional testing and personalized nutrition, she creates a plan for YOUR unique body and life—no more guessing or frustration.
Call to book your free consultation today and finally get the lasting results you've been searching for.
Are you exhausted from trying every diet with no results? Tired of bloating, hormone issues, or constant fatigue? You deserve real answers—not another generic plan that fails.
You want sustainable weight loss, balanced hormones, and energy to show up fully for your life. Emily has helped hundreds uncover the root causes holding them back. With functional testing and personalized nutrition, she creates a plan for YOUR unique body and life—no more guessing or frustration.
Call to book your free consultation today and finally get the lasting results you've been searching for.
I work with adults struggling with fatigue, gut issues, hormone imbalances, and chronic symptoms who feel stuck despite being told everything is “normal.” Many come after trying multiple diets, doctors, or supplements without lasting results. I use a functional, root-cause approach to connect the dots between symptoms, nutrition, and lifestyle, creating a clear, personalized plan with targeted support and accountability so you can finally move forward with confidence and real progress.
I work with adults struggling with fatigue, gut issues, hormone imbalances, and chronic symptoms who feel stuck despite being told everything is “normal.” Many come after trying multiple diets, doctors, or supplements without lasting results. I use a functional, root-cause approach to connect the dots between symptoms, nutrition, and lifestyle, creating a clear, personalized plan with targeted support and accountability so you can finally move forward with confidence and real progress.
My ideal clients are adults who want to improve their health by addressing the root cause of their symptoms, not just managing them temporarily. They often come to me feeling frustrated because they still struggle with fatigue, bloating, digestive issues, hormone imbalances, weight changes, inflammation, stress, or chronic conditions even when their labs look “normal.” Many also seek support for weight management, fertility, gut health, metabolic balance, or GLP-1 medication support. My team helps them move forward through personalized nutrition counseling, practical strategies, education, and sustainable lifestyle changes.
My ideal clients are adults who want to improve their health by addressing the root cause of their symptoms, not just managing them temporarily. They often come to me feeling frustrated because they still struggle with fatigue, bloating, digestive issues, hormone imbalances, weight changes, inflammation, stress, or chronic conditions even when their labs look “normal.” Many also seek support for weight management, fertility, gut health, metabolic balance, or GLP-1 medication support. My team helps them move forward through personalized nutrition counseling, practical strategies, education, and sustainable lifestyle changes.
My ideal client is someone who is ready to take control of their nutrition and lifestyle. A positive attitude and belief in your own abilities to make lasting lifestyle changes is the key to success in any areas of your life, including diet and nutrition. If you're someone who is excited about learning new things, then I'm the right Dietitian for you.
My ideal client is someone who is ready to take control of their nutrition and lifestyle. A positive attitude and belief in your own abilities to make lasting lifestyle changes is the key to success in any areas of your life, including diet and nutrition. If you're someone who is excited about learning new things, then I'm the right Dietitian for you.
Paula is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Certified Professional Cook, and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor who practices at Health Loft. She believes people can find a peaceful relationship with food and their bodies with a compassionate guide who listens, offers accountability, and champions their efforts. Paula supports individuals seeking freedom from dieting cycles and rigid food rules by helping them uncover the “why” behind behaviors to build sustainable habits and nourishing life rhythms.
Paula is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Certified Professional Cook, and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor who practices at Health Loft. She believes people can find a peaceful relationship with food and their bodies with a compassionate guide who listens, offers accountability, and champions their efforts. Paula supports individuals seeking freedom from dieting cycles and rigid food rules by helping them uncover the “why” behind behaviors to build sustainable habits and nourishing life rhythms.
Natalie is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Education and Care Specialist with over 20 years of experience.
While working with Natalie, one will be able to strike a balance between meeting nutritional needs and meeting the expectations of life in order to achieve improved health. Working with Natalie is a collaboration.
Natalie is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Education and Care Specialist with over 20 years of experience.
While working with Natalie, one will be able to strike a balance between meeting nutritional needs and meeting the expectations of life in order to achieve improved health. Working with Natalie is a collaboration.
I also support diabetes, family nutrition, and behavior change using evidence-based methods.
Individuals using GLP-1 medications (Ozempic, Wegovy Mounjaro) or transitioning off them who feel overwhelmed by hunger changes, food noise, or fear of weight regain. Many have tried dieting or received limited guidance beyond medication. They are often referred by physicians or seeking a structured, evidence-based approach. I help them understand what is happening physiologically and follow a clear process to stabilize, reduce anxiety around food, and move forward with confidence.
I also support diabetes, family nutrition, and behavior change using evidence-based methods.
Individuals using GLP-1 medications (Ozempic, Wegovy Mounjaro) or transitioning off them who feel overwhelmed by hunger changes, food noise, or fear of weight regain. Many have tried dieting or received limited guidance beyond medication. They are often referred by physicians or seeking a structured, evidence-based approach. I help them understand what is happening physiologically and follow a clear process to stabilize, reduce anxiety around food, and move forward with confidence.
Hi, I’m Brooke! Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with a passion for helping women like myself break free from the chains of endometriosis. As a member of the '1in10community, I’m all too familiar with the medical gaslighting, chronic pain, and fear of the unknown that accompany this disease. My goal is to serve as an ally for women, to be someone who listens AND makes you feel heard. I utilize functional nutrition to help women reach their health goals whether it be to improve their hormones, manage symptoms, increase energy, normalize their periods, heal their gut, have a healthy pregnancy, breastfeed, and beyond.
Hi, I’m Brooke! Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with a passion for helping women like myself break free from the chains of endometriosis. As a member of the '1in10community, I’m all too familiar with the medical gaslighting, chronic pain, and fear of the unknown that accompany this disease. My goal is to serve as an ally for women, to be someone who listens AND makes you feel heard. I utilize functional nutrition to help women reach their health goals whether it be to improve their hormones, manage symptoms, increase energy, normalize their periods, heal their gut, have a healthy pregnancy, breastfeed, and beyond.
Are you looking for a Registered Dietitian who will take an individualized, whole-person approach to nutrition? Do you want to feel more empowered in your day-to-day food choices? Look no further! I love helping women navigate conditions like hypothalamic amenorrhea, PCOS, perimenopause, and menopause through the power of food. I also offer support for individuals with high cholesterol, high blood pressure, disordered eating, and sports nutrition. I follow the intuitive eating approach, so my clients can expect to strengthen their mind-body connection and relationship with food and body.
Are you looking for a Registered Dietitian who will take an individualized, whole-person approach to nutrition? Do you want to feel more empowered in your day-to-day food choices? Look no further! I love helping women navigate conditions like hypothalamic amenorrhea, PCOS, perimenopause, and menopause through the power of food. I also offer support for individuals with high cholesterol, high blood pressure, disordered eating, and sports nutrition. I follow the intuitive eating approach, so my clients can expect to strengthen their mind-body connection and relationship with food and body.
Her areas of expertise include sports nutrition, general health and wellness, weight management, disordered eating, intuitive eating, lifestyle counseling, heart health, prediabetes, and diabetes management.
Maddie is a Registered Dietitian dedicated to helping people achieve their goals while feeling inspired and empowered. She is committed to enhancing individuals' quality of life and guiding them toward becoming the best, healthiest version of themselves through diet and lifestyle changes.
Her areas of expertise include sports nutrition, general health and wellness, weight management, disordered eating, intuitive eating, lifestyle counseling, heart health, prediabetes, and diabetes management.
Maddie is a Registered Dietitian dedicated to helping people achieve their goals while feeling inspired and empowered. She is committed to enhancing individuals' quality of life and guiding them toward becoming the best, healthiest version of themselves through diet and lifestyle changes.
I can help with general health and wellness, weight management, chronic disease prevention and management, diabetes management, pulmonary disease, gastrointestinal issues, cardiovascular disease, high cholesterol, high triglycerides, high blood pressure, atherosclerosis.
I look forward to helping you achieve your personal health goals through nutrition counseling and setting small specific goals. Please contact me with any questions you may have.
I can help with general health and wellness, weight management, chronic disease prevention and management, diabetes management, pulmonary disease, gastrointestinal issues, cardiovascular disease, high cholesterol, high triglycerides, high blood pressure, atherosclerosis.
I look forward to helping you achieve your personal health goals through nutrition counseling and setting small specific goals. Please contact me with any questions you may have.
Is this you? Low energy, weight gain, blood sugar issues, brain fog, aches, mood swings. You've tried diets, supplements, and No long-term results? Overwhelmed by nutrition information! You want answers and a plan that works!
If you want to get healthy, lose weight and feel like yourself again? Let’s talk! Schedule a call today! I can't wait to meet you!
Is this you? Low energy, weight gain, blood sugar issues, brain fog, aches, mood swings. You've tried diets, supplements, and No long-term results? Overwhelmed by nutrition information! You want answers and a plan that works!
If you want to get healthy, lose weight and feel like yourself again? Let’s talk! Schedule a call today! I can't wait to meet you!
Danielle brings PhD-level expertise in nutrition research and metabolic health to patients seeking evidence-based solutions for diabetes prevention and metabolic disorders.
With over a decade of experience across clinical nutrition, public health, and academic research—including contributions to major metabolic health studies—Danielle translates complex research into personalized, actionable strategies using behavior change science principles.
Danielle brings PhD-level expertise in nutrition research and metabolic health to patients seeking evidence-based solutions for diabetes prevention and metabolic disorders.
With over a decade of experience across clinical nutrition, public health, and academic research—including contributions to major metabolic health studies—Danielle translates complex research into personalized, actionable strategies using behavior change science principles.
Specialties include binge eating disorder, GLP-1 medication support, gut health, food sensitivities, perimenopause, diabetes, kidney disease, and healthy aging.
I create individualized plans that address both medical needs and real-life challenges. From managing binge eating disorder to navigating GLP-1 medications, gut issues, hormone changes, and chronic conditions, I provide targeted strategies that work in daily life — no cookie-cutter plans or quick fixes.
Specialties include binge eating disorder, GLP-1 medication support, gut health, food sensitivities, perimenopause, diabetes, kidney disease, and healthy aging.
I create individualized plans that address both medical needs and real-life challenges. From managing binge eating disorder to navigating GLP-1 medications, gut issues, hormone changes, and chronic conditions, I provide targeted strategies that work in daily life — no cookie-cutter plans or quick fixes.
If you are
1) Missing out on fully enjoying your life because of your health or symptoms
2) Confused by all the "nutrition noise" circulating on social media
3) Looking for natural solutions for your health concerns
4) Ready to say goodbye to PMS or menopausal symptoms
5) Looking to manage anxiety, depression, or sleep naturally
6) Seeking expert care from a Doctor of Clinical Nutrition, Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist and/or Certified Nutrition Specialist...
I invite you to connect with me. : )
If you are
1) Missing out on fully enjoying your life because of your health or symptoms
2) Confused by all the "nutrition noise" circulating on social media
3) Looking for natural solutions for your health concerns
4) Ready to say goodbye to PMS or menopausal symptoms
5) Looking to manage anxiety, depression, or sleep naturally
6) Seeking expert care from a Doctor of Clinical Nutrition, Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist and/or Certified Nutrition Specialist...
I invite you to connect with me. : )
Simple Health Options, Diane Kingsley RD LDN and Associates focus on providing an integrative healing approach to facilitate a balance of total health and wellbeing. Diane Kingsley and her team provide a wealth of holistic options that will benefit and support the body, mind and spirit. Focusing on a whole body healing approach is pivotal for true, long-lasting health and well-being.
Simple Health Options, Diane Kingsley RD LDN and Associates focus on providing an integrative healing approach to facilitate a balance of total health and wellbeing. Diane Kingsley and her team provide a wealth of holistic options that will benefit and support the body, mind and spirit. Focusing on a whole body healing approach is pivotal for true, long-lasting health and well-being.
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.