Women's Health Nutritionists and Dietitians in Downers Grove, IL
For nearly a decade, I have specialized in working with adolescents and adults with disordered eating and medical nutrition therapy. I have worked as an RD in a variety of populations including eating disorders, general nutrition therapy at hospitals, the director of nutrition at a residential treatment facility and outpatient levels of care. If you are looking for nutrition support, monitoring of weight, labs, vitals, meal planning and improved symptoms related to food- I will coordinate care with those relevant to work toward our wellness goals created in our initial session.
For nearly a decade, I have specialized in working with adolescents and adults with disordered eating and medical nutrition therapy. I have worked as an RD in a variety of populations including eating disorders, general nutrition therapy at hospitals, the director of nutrition at a residential treatment facility and outpatient levels of care. If you are looking for nutrition support, monitoring of weight, labs, vitals, meal planning and improved symptoms related to food- I will coordinate care with those relevant to work toward our wellness goals created in our initial session.
I'm inviting all individuals who need a fresh start to their recovery. A fresh start looks like: needing to work through challenges that still remain from previous eating disorder treatments; an introduction to that body of yours who has been waiting to be "friended" by you; wanting to know how very different a nourished brain behaves and finally- meeting a hybrid dietitian who safely, wisely helps you eat, move and live in a body that's hungry for change.
I'm inviting all individuals who need a fresh start to their recovery. A fresh start looks like: needing to work through challenges that still remain from previous eating disorder treatments; an introduction to that body of yours who has been waiting to be "friended" by you; wanting to know how very different a nourished brain behaves and finally- meeting a hybrid dietitian who safely, wisely helps you eat, move and live in a body that's hungry for change.
I'm Bella, a Registered Dietitian based in the suburbs of Chicago, specializing in an anti-diet approach that promotes intuitive eating and inclusivity. My counseling philosophy emphasizes embracing all foods without guilt and fostering balanced, enjoyable eating habits. I believe in empowering individuals to listen to their body's cues for hunger and fullness, guiding them toward a positive relationship with food that supports sustainable health and wellness.
I'm Bella, a Registered Dietitian based in the suburbs of Chicago, specializing in an anti-diet approach that promotes intuitive eating and inclusivity. My counseling philosophy emphasizes embracing all foods without guilt and fostering balanced, enjoyable eating habits. I believe in empowering individuals to listen to their body's cues for hunger and fullness, guiding them toward a positive relationship with food that supports sustainable health and wellness.
Whether or not you want to improve your run time, or improve your glucose control, the evidence is clear that working with a Registered Dietitian can help you do that! Our goal at DuPage Dietitians is to assist each client in learning how they to move toward a lifetime of health. We do that by closing the knowledge gap, writing sound nutrition prescriptions based on solid evidence and by coaching our clients toward lasting changes.
Whether or not you want to improve your run time, or improve your glucose control, the evidence is clear that working with a Registered Dietitian can help you do that! Our goal at DuPage Dietitians is to assist each client in learning how they to move toward a lifetime of health. We do that by closing the knowledge gap, writing sound nutrition prescriptions based on solid evidence and by coaching our clients toward lasting changes.
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Certified Personal Trainer, Corrective Exercise Specialist, and Women's Health Specialist with 12 years of experience.
You’ve been doing everything “right,” but your body still feels off. You’re constantly tired, stressed, bloated, or stuck with weight that won’t budge - no matter how healthy you eat or how hard you exercise. Deep down, you know something’s off with your hormones or stress levels, but you’re not sure how to fix it. You want to feel energized again, confident in your body, and finally have a wellness routine that works with you instead of against you.
Certified Personal Trainer, Corrective Exercise Specialist, and Women's Health Specialist with 12 years of experience.
You’ve been doing everything “right,” but your body still feels off. You’re constantly tired, stressed, bloated, or stuck with weight that won’t budge - no matter how healthy you eat or how hard you exercise. Deep down, you know something’s off with your hormones or stress levels, but you’re not sure how to fix it. You want to feel energized again, confident in your body, and finally have a wellness routine that works with you instead of against you.
Katrina is a registered dietitian and functional practitioner specializing in women's health and metabolic conditions.
Specialties include PCOS, PMS, Hormonal Acne, Infertility/fertility optimization, Reproductive Health, Perinatal nutrition, Digestive Disorders (Constipation, Diarrhea, GERD/Acid Reflux, Bloating, Abdominal Pain, Gassiness), Chronic stress, Metabolic dysfunction (Blood Sugar Imbalances, Insulin Resistance, Pre-Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes, heart health and more
Katrina is a registered dietitian and functional practitioner specializing in women's health and metabolic conditions.
Specialties include PCOS, PMS, Hormonal Acne, Infertility/fertility optimization, Reproductive Health, Perinatal nutrition, Digestive Disorders (Constipation, Diarrhea, GERD/Acid Reflux, Bloating, Abdominal Pain, Gassiness), Chronic stress, Metabolic dysfunction (Blood Sugar Imbalances, Insulin Resistance, Pre-Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes, heart health and more
Specialties include Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Diabetes, Cancer, Women's health, Mindful and Intuitive Eating, General Nutrition
Julia is a dedicated Registered Dietitian with a commitment to helping individuals overcome eating disorders and cultivate a healthy relationship with food. Julia strives to bring a compassionate and non-judgmental demeanor to foster a safe space where individuals feel heard and understood, making her a ready and capable resource in the challenging but transformative process of overcoming nutrition challenges. Julia offers a wealth of knowledge that comes from years of working in the inpatient setting.
Specialties include Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Diabetes, Cancer, Women's health, Mindful and Intuitive Eating, General Nutrition
Julia is a dedicated Registered Dietitian with a commitment to helping individuals overcome eating disorders and cultivate a healthy relationship with food. Julia strives to bring a compassionate and non-judgmental demeanor to foster a safe space where individuals feel heard and understood, making her a ready and capable resource in the challenging but transformative process of overcoming nutrition challenges. Julia offers a wealth of knowledge that comes from years of working in the inpatient setting.
Specialties include: Weight management, sports nutrition, prediabetes, diabetes, health and wellness, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, food intolerances, food sensitivities, women's health, hormone health, GI issues, IBS/D, mindful eating, sustainable weight loss, autoimmune diseases
Megan is a Registered Dietitian with over 12 years of experience that is passionate about helping you establish good nutrition so that you an soar in your purpose. After going through her own health journey, she embraces a holistic approach by addressing stress, sleep, hormone balance, and your relationship with your food and body, in addition to nutrition. Understanding that every body is different in needs and reactions to foods, she creates personalized nutrition programs that promote life-long habits and changes that create whole, optimal health outcomes.
Specialties include: Weight management, sports nutrition, prediabetes, diabetes, health and wellness, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, food intolerances, food sensitivities, women's health, hormone health, GI issues, IBS/D, mindful eating, sustainable weight loss, autoimmune diseases
Megan is a Registered Dietitian with over 12 years of experience that is passionate about helping you establish good nutrition so that you an soar in your purpose. After going through her own health journey, she embraces a holistic approach by addressing stress, sleep, hormone balance, and your relationship with your food and body, in addition to nutrition. Understanding that every body is different in needs and reactions to foods, she creates personalized nutrition programs that promote life-long habits and changes that create whole, optimal health outcomes.
Having worked in OB/Gyne for 20+ years, I also specialize in all aspects of women's health, from pregnancy to menopause and more.
I take a personal approach to your nutrition care, beginning with carefully listening to your unique health history. Because nutrition needs are individual, I do not use a "one-size-fits-all" solution. Coming from an integrative and holistic perspective, we will work together to determine root causes for your symptoms and conditions.
Having worked in OB/Gyne for 20+ years, I also specialize in all aspects of women's health, from pregnancy to menopause and more.
I take a personal approach to your nutrition care, beginning with carefully listening to your unique health history. Because nutrition needs are individual, I do not use a "one-size-fits-all" solution. Coming from an integrative and holistic perspective, we will work together to determine root causes for your symptoms and conditions.
Women's health is a passion of mine (although i see all clients men, women and children) I love educating on pcos, endometriosis, hormonal balance, menopause, blood sugar nutrition strategies!
I am a Registered Dietitian out of North Dakota, however I am 100% virtual. I love working with men, women and families on nutrition strategies for weight loss, insulin resistance, PCOS, endometriosis, menopause, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, gestational diabetes, prediabetes, diabetes and general nutrition.
I work from a root-cause standpoint, helping you to reclaim your health and vitality. I teach you the tools, knowledge and confidence in your nutrition and lifestyle choices to achieve your goals and feel your best!
Women's health is a passion of mine (although i see all clients men, women and children) I love educating on pcos, endometriosis, hormonal balance, menopause, blood sugar nutrition strategies!
I am a Registered Dietitian out of North Dakota, however I am 100% virtual. I love working with men, women and families on nutrition strategies for weight loss, insulin resistance, PCOS, endometriosis, menopause, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, gestational diabetes, prediabetes, diabetes and general nutrition.
I work from a root-cause standpoint, helping you to reclaim your health and vitality. I teach you the tools, knowledge and confidence in your nutrition and lifestyle choices to achieve your goals and feel your best!
I specialize in obesity/weight reduction, sports nutrition, women's health (Menopause, Perimenopause, PCOS, etc), Thyroid, diabetes, renal, cardiac (hypertension/high cholesterol), and Gut Health/GI conditions (IBS, Diverticulitis, Celiac, etc.).
My goal is to empower my clients with the tools necessary for achieving lasting success in their pursuit of a healthier life. I accomplish this by incorporating nutrition education, behavioral and lifestyle modifications, and physical activity into my guidance.
I specialize in obesity/weight reduction, sports nutrition, women's health (Menopause, Perimenopause, PCOS, etc), Thyroid, diabetes, renal, cardiac (hypertension/high cholesterol), and Gut Health/GI conditions (IBS, Diverticulitis, Celiac, etc.).
My goal is to empower my clients with the tools necessary for achieving lasting success in their pursuit of a healthier life. I accomplish this by incorporating nutrition education, behavioral and lifestyle modifications, and physical activity into my guidance.
I cover all areas of women's health, risk factor management, and vegetarian and vegan nutrition.
Do you desire to manage a GI and /or autoimmune disorder with personalized and detailed food/supplement guidelines based on validated functional blood tests, including food sensitivity? Conventional nutrition guidelines can fall short for IBS, IBD, migraines, PCOS, EoE, Fibromylagia, ADD/ ADHD, and any inflammatory condition. If you want to dive deep and adopt a personalized food and supplement protocol please contact me for a free 15 minute discovery call to learn more. These protocols are developed after testing and implemented over several weeks time for a new way of eating with improved symptom management and greater well-being.
I cover all areas of women's health, risk factor management, and vegetarian and vegan nutrition.
Do you desire to manage a GI and /or autoimmune disorder with personalized and detailed food/supplement guidelines based on validated functional blood tests, including food sensitivity? Conventional nutrition guidelines can fall short for IBS, IBD, migraines, PCOS, EoE, Fibromylagia, ADD/ ADHD, and any inflammatory condition. If you want to dive deep and adopt a personalized food and supplement protocol please contact me for a free 15 minute discovery call to learn more. These protocols are developed after testing and implemented over several weeks time for a new way of eating with improved symptom management and greater well-being.
Outside of my specialty in eating disorders, I also have experience working in pediatric & neonatal care, as well as sport nutrition, pregnancy & women's health.
I would love the opportunity to help provide a compassionate and non-judgmental space to help heal your relationship with food and to be a part of your team on that journey! I am currently licensed in MA, VT, NH, and IL!
Outside of my specialty in eating disorders, I also have experience working in pediatric & neonatal care, as well as sport nutrition, pregnancy & women's health.
I would love the opportunity to help provide a compassionate and non-judgmental space to help heal your relationship with food and to be a part of your team on that journey! I am currently licensed in MA, VT, NH, and IL!
Anne is passionate about working collaboratively with clients to help them make healthy and sustainable diet changes that support their lifestyle and hormonal health. She understands food’s crucial role in balancing hormones and believes in the power of evidence-based research to guide her practice. Anne is particularly interested in the gut-brain connection and how it influences overall well-being. She emphasizes the importance of consuming whole foods that nourish the body and believes that access to nutritious food should be available to all.
Anne is passionate about working collaboratively with clients to help them make healthy and sustainable diet changes that support their lifestyle and hormonal health. She understands food’s crucial role in balancing hormones and believes in the power of evidence-based research to guide her practice. Anne is particularly interested in the gut-brain connection and how it influences overall well-being. She emphasizes the importance of consuming whole foods that nourish the body and believes that access to nutritious food should be available to all.
I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist who practices out of Health Loft helping clients whom have PCOS, interests in Pre/PostPartum nutrition, Gestational Diabetes, Diabetes, or Weight Management. I help clients to craft personalized, attainable, and sustainable dietary and lifestyle changes that support their health. By collaboratively designing small, impactful steps that preserve quality of life and promote personal choice, I help my clients achieve their goals from better blood sugar control to increased energy.
I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist who practices out of Health Loft helping clients whom have PCOS, interests in Pre/PostPartum nutrition, Gestational Diabetes, Diabetes, or Weight Management. I help clients to craft personalized, attainable, and sustainable dietary and lifestyle changes that support their health. By collaboratively designing small, impactful steps that preserve quality of life and promote personal choice, I help my clients achieve their goals from better blood sugar control to increased energy.
My ideal client is a woman who’s tired of chasing quick fixes and feeling stuck in the cycle of diets that don’t last. She wants to feel better, have more energy, and build a healthy lifestyle that actually fits into her real life. Her goal is to make peace with food and create sustainable habits that support her long-term well-being—not perfection, but progress she can feel good about.
My ideal client is a woman who’s tired of chasing quick fixes and feeling stuck in the cycle of diets that don’t last. She wants to feel better, have more energy, and build a healthy lifestyle that actually fits into her real life. Her goal is to make peace with food and create sustainable habits that support her long-term well-being—not perfection, but progress she can feel good about.
My ideal client is someone seeking personalized, evidence-based nutrition support for themselves or their family. They may be navigating pre- or post-natal nutrition, breastfeeding, pediatric nutrition, weight management, heart health, or digestive concerns. They want to build a solid foundation for lifelong health, guided by a HAES-informed approach. Their goal is to improve well-being through practical, holistic strategies tailored to their unique needs, empowering them with knowledge to make sustainable, nourishing choices.
My ideal client is someone seeking personalized, evidence-based nutrition support for themselves or their family. They may be navigating pre- or post-natal nutrition, breastfeeding, pediatric nutrition, weight management, heart health, or digestive concerns. They want to build a solid foundation for lifelong health, guided by a HAES-informed approach. Their goal is to improve well-being through practical, holistic strategies tailored to their unique needs, empowering them with knowledge to make sustainable, nourishing choices.
Everyone has a journey. Our passion is supporting yours! It's about more than just "food". Nutrition is emotional, behaviorial, and is intertwined into every aspect of our lives. If you are tired of fad-diets, we are here to provide clarity and empower you with food freedom!
Everyone has a journey. Our passion is supporting yours! It's about more than just "food". Nutrition is emotional, behaviorial, and is intertwined into every aspect of our lives. If you are tired of fad-diets, we are here to provide clarity and empower you with food freedom!
If food feels like a source of stress, you’re not alone. You might be managing Type 2 diabetes, prediabetes, or navigating the hormonal changes of perimenopause. Perhaps you’re struggling to balance your blood sugar while navigating lifestyle changes, or you're seeking ways to nourish yourself that respect your cultural heritage. Whatever your journey, I’m here to help you find a path that feels calm, empowering, and sustainable, without the pressure or shame.
I offer inclusive, bilingual nutrition counseling for diabetes, perimenopause, and heart health. My approach is calm, shame-free, and focused on helping you build confidence
If food feels like a source of stress, you’re not alone. You might be managing Type 2 diabetes, prediabetes, or navigating the hormonal changes of perimenopause. Perhaps you’re struggling to balance your blood sugar while navigating lifestyle changes, or you're seeking ways to nourish yourself that respect your cultural heritage. Whatever your journey, I’m here to help you find a path that feels calm, empowering, and sustainable, without the pressure or shame.
I offer inclusive, bilingual nutrition counseling for diabetes, perimenopause, and heart health. My approach is calm, shame-free, and focused on helping you build confidence
Do you struggle with negative thought patterns around food or body image? Frustrated with emotional eating habits caused by boredom, anxiety, or depression? Lauren works privately with clients using a non-diet approach to nutrition focused on intuitive eating and health at every size, a weight neutral approach to food. . Lauren can help you begin to understand the "why" behind choices, so you can start to create lasting change and healthier habits.
Do you struggle with negative thought patterns around food or body image? Frustrated with emotional eating habits caused by boredom, anxiety, or depression? Lauren works privately with clients using a non-diet approach to nutrition focused on intuitive eating and health at every size, a weight neutral approach to food. . Lauren can help you begin to understand the "why" behind choices, so you can start to create lasting change and healthier habits.
Women's Health Nutritionists and Dietitians
How does diet affect women's health?
Diet significantly impacts women's health, and their nutritional needs can differ from those of men in both quantity and content. Generally, women require fewer calories than men, but these needs can vary greatly depending on age and activity level, with younger and more active women needing more calories than older, less active women. Additionally, certain nutrients are especially important for women; such nutrients include calcium for bone health, iron for blood health, and folic acid for reproductive health and metabolism. A diet rich in these nutrients is essential for overall well-being for women and a diet rich in such foods ensures that daily requirements are being met.
What foods are most important for women?
The most important foods for women can vary depending on their age and life stage. For instance, older women at risk of or diagnosed with osteoporosis may need higher levels of calcium and vitamin D, which are found in dairy products, fish, and leafy vegetables. Younger women in their teenage and child-bearing years require more iron than older women and many men, which can be found in many nuts, seeds, dark leafy vegetables, fortified cereals, tofu, and red meat. Adult women also have specific dietary needs before pregnancy and during the postpartum period. During this time, nutrients like folic acid, found in foods such as beans, eggs, spinach, and brussel sprouts, become very important, along with ensuring adequate protein intake. Additionally, many nutrition experts emphasize the importance of fiber in women's health. Fiber, found in whole grain products, beans, berries, leafy vegetables, nuts, and fortified cereals, is essential for maintaining digestive health and overall well-being for women.
What is the link between diet and hormonal health?
Diet and hormonal health are closely linked because essential nutrients often play a key role in the production and regulation of hormones. For women's health, where hormones significantly impact development, menstruation, and pregnancy, a diet that supports hormonal balance is particularly important. In addition, women with specific reproductive concerns, such as infertility or polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), may benefit from dietary modification to improve their chances of pregnancy or reduce symptoms. For instance, many women with PCOS will increase their consumption of healthy fats and reduce their consumption of high-sugar or high-glycemic foods. Beyond reproductive health, a balanced diet supports overall hormonal health by regulating metabolism-related hormones like insulin and hunger-related hormones like leptin.
Why should women see a dietitian?
Many women can benefit significantly from consulting a dietitian to ensure they're meeting their dietary needs in both quality and quantity. This is especially true for women diagnosed with specific nutrition-related conditions like osteoporosis or type 2 diabetes, as well as those who haven't been able to manage a medical condition with traditional medical treatments. Dietitians specializing in women's health can offer valuable insights into foods that support specific conditions related to women's health, such as reducing osteoporosis in older women. They can also provide essential guidance for pregnant or breastfeeding women, or those planning to become pregnant, ensuring they consume the right nutrients for hormonal health during these periods.