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I specialize in Metabolic Syndrome, Diabetes, Food Sensitivities, and Plant-based.
Would you like to work on weight or chronic health conditions: diabetes/pre-diabetes, metabolic syndrome, hypothyroid, fibromyalgia, arthritis, skin reactions, GERD/reflux, gout, kidney stones, migraine, or brain fog? I work with you to target inflammation and food sensitivities using Integrative Nutrition Therapy combining western and complementary approaches. This regularly results in reducing or eliminating the need for medication. It repeatedly comes down to what you eat -- or don't eat — as well as stress management and exercise. My goal is to help you enjoy better health now and to reduce the risk of long-term complications.
I specialize in Metabolic Syndrome, Diabetes, Food Sensitivities, and Plant-based.
Would you like to work on weight or chronic health conditions: diabetes/pre-diabetes, metabolic syndrome, hypothyroid, fibromyalgia, arthritis, skin reactions, GERD/reflux, gout, kidney stones, migraine, or brain fog? I work with you to target inflammation and food sensitivities using Integrative Nutrition Therapy combining western and complementary approaches. This regularly results in reducing or eliminating the need for medication. It repeatedly comes down to what you eat -- or don't eat — as well as stress management and exercise. My goal is to help you enjoy better health now and to reduce the risk of long-term complications.
Jenny is a registered dietitian who has helped people manage their nutrition and weight through some of the most critical times of their lives. She has worked with conditions including weight loss, pregnancy, postpartum, poor weight gain, feeding difficulties, gastrointestinal disease, congenital heart disease, transplant, and inborn errors of metabolism. She loves working with children and adults alike and believes there is something to learn from every client she meets. Jenny strives to be a good listener and understand her clients' goals and struggles.
Jenny is a registered dietitian who has helped people manage their nutrition and weight through some of the most critical times of their lives. She has worked with conditions including weight loss, pregnancy, postpartum, poor weight gain, feeding difficulties, gastrointestinal disease, congenital heart disease, transplant, and inborn errors of metabolism. She loves working with children and adults alike and believes there is something to learn from every client she meets. Jenny strives to be a good listener and understand her clients' goals and struggles.
Hi, I’m Jackie! I work one-on-one with clients through my virtual private practice, specializing in neurodivergent children, teens, and adults, including those with autism, ADHD, and intellectual or developmental disabilities, as well as physically disabled individuals such as those with spinal cord injury, spina bifida, and more. My passion lies in creating personalized nutrition strategies that align with your strengths and abilities. With a weight-inclusive, neuro-affirming approach, I’ve supported clients of all ages and ability levels reach their health and nutrition goals. I’d love to support you on your journey!
Hi, I’m Jackie! I work one-on-one with clients through my virtual private practice, specializing in neurodivergent children, teens, and adults, including those with autism, ADHD, and intellectual or developmental disabilities, as well as physically disabled individuals such as those with spinal cord injury, spina bifida, and more. My passion lies in creating personalized nutrition strategies that align with your strengths and abilities. With a weight-inclusive, neuro-affirming approach, I’ve supported clients of all ages and ability levels reach their health and nutrition goals. I’d love to support you on your journey!
What brought you here today? Did you or a family member receive a new diagnosis? The words hypertension, diabetes, failure to thrive, “overweight,” can be alarming. Maybe the last diet failed you and you’re looking for some permanent peace with food? Perhaps you are bombarded with information about eating and have no idea what to believe or how to make sense of it all. Every food decision is a stressor and, well, is that what they mean by “wellness”? We don’t think so. Our team of experienced dietitians work to provide peace around food. Making eating easy, because life is complicated enough.
What brought you here today? Did you or a family member receive a new diagnosis? The words hypertension, diabetes, failure to thrive, “overweight,” can be alarming. Maybe the last diet failed you and you’re looking for some permanent peace with food? Perhaps you are bombarded with information about eating and have no idea what to believe or how to make sense of it all. Every food decision is a stressor and, well, is that what they mean by “wellness”? We don’t think so. Our team of experienced dietitians work to provide peace around food. Making eating easy, because life is complicated enough.
I work with patients for a wide range of nutrition goals from general health, weight management, diabetes education, hormonal health, and intuitive eating. Our relationship with food is complex. Throughout our life we are faced with changing circumstances and various challenges that can impact our nutrition goals. I will support you throughout every step of your health journey to encourage long term success.
I work with patients for a wide range of nutrition goals from general health, weight management, diabetes education, hormonal health, and intuitive eating. Our relationship with food is complex. Throughout our life we are faced with changing circumstances and various challenges that can impact our nutrition goals. I will support you throughout every step of your health journey to encourage long term success.
I work with clients 16 years old and older. Specialties include but are not limited to: weight loss, diabetes management, disordered eating, improving body image, IBS/IBD, and more. I help clients reach their nutrition goals as well as gain the knowledge and skills to move on from appointments confident in their abilities to maintain whatever changes they have made.
I work with clients 16 years old and older. Specialties include but are not limited to: weight loss, diabetes management, disordered eating, improving body image, IBS/IBD, and more. I help clients reach their nutrition goals as well as gain the knowledge and skills to move on from appointments confident in their abilities to maintain whatever changes they have made.
I work with people who feel bloated, fatigued, hormonally out of sync, or frustrated by digestive issues that no one seems to fully address. If you’re tired of restrictive diets, conflicting nutrition advice, and feeling disconnected from your body — you’re in the right place. My approach focuses on nourishing the gut microbiome, reducing inflammation, stabilizing blood sugar, and supporting hormones holistically through plant-forward nutrition and a healthy lifestyle. You deserve to feel good in your body — without extremes, elimination overload, or food fear. Together, we focus on sustainable habits to help you thrive long term.
I work with people who feel bloated, fatigued, hormonally out of sync, or frustrated by digestive issues that no one seems to fully address. If you’re tired of restrictive diets, conflicting nutrition advice, and feeling disconnected from your body — you’re in the right place. My approach focuses on nourishing the gut microbiome, reducing inflammation, stabilizing blood sugar, and supporting hormones holistically through plant-forward nutrition and a healthy lifestyle. You deserve to feel good in your body — without extremes, elimination overload, or food fear. Together, we focus on sustainable habits to help you thrive long term.
Alimente provides 1-on-1 nutrition counseling tailored to each individual's preferences, needs, and values. Together we will make a plan to reshape how you see food.
Alimente provides 1-on-1 nutrition counseling tailored to each individual's preferences, needs, and values. Together we will make a plan to reshape how you see food.
Telehealth appointments only. Rachel's goal is to empower her clients to make food and lifestyle changes that will not only stick for decades, but will result in joyful and wholesome living. Rachel helps her clients to ditch their restrictive mindset and find food freedom through one-on-one coaching for behavior change, while promoting attainable and realistic goal-setting along the way. She believes in the power of balanced nutrition and food freedom, while using a hands-on approach to assist clients in making and then meeting their individualized goals.
Telehealth appointments only. Rachel's goal is to empower her clients to make food and lifestyle changes that will not only stick for decades, but will result in joyful and wholesome living. Rachel helps her clients to ditch their restrictive mindset and find food freedom through one-on-one coaching for behavior change, while promoting attainable and realistic goal-setting along the way. She believes in the power of balanced nutrition and food freedom, while using a hands-on approach to assist clients in making and then meeting their individualized goals.
If you are looking for compassionate dietitians who are dedicated to helping you find balance with food and movement, you have found the right practice! Our skilled dietitians will gently guide you toward your health goals while helping you heal your relationship with food using mindful and Intuitive Eating. We work collaboratively to create attainable and sustainable changes that work for YOU. We take the time to get to know you, to individualize nutrition and movement plans that work for your lifestyle and health needs.
If you are looking for compassionate dietitians who are dedicated to helping you find balance with food and movement, you have found the right practice! Our skilled dietitians will gently guide you toward your health goals while helping you heal your relationship with food using mindful and Intuitive Eating. We work collaboratively to create attainable and sustainable changes that work for YOU. We take the time to get to know you, to individualize nutrition and movement plans that work for your lifestyle and health needs.
Hi, I’m Amy! I’m a Registered Dietitian & bodybuilder with 11 years of experience who knows firsthand what it’s like to put in maximum effort and still feel stuck. If you’re training hard, eating well, and not seeing the results you expect, you’re not broken. And if this is your very first step toward prioritizing your health and changing your life, you’re exactly where you’re meant to be. My approach blends sustainable, evidence-based nutrition with personalized support, meeting you where you are and helping you move forward with clarity and confidence.
Hi, I’m Amy! I’m a Registered Dietitian & bodybuilder with 11 years of experience who knows firsthand what it’s like to put in maximum effort and still feel stuck. If you’re training hard, eating well, and not seeing the results you expect, you’re not broken. And if this is your very first step toward prioritizing your health and changing your life, you’re exactly where you’re meant to be. My approach blends sustainable, evidence-based nutrition with personalized support, meeting you where you are and helping you move forward with clarity and confidence.
Before I became a registered dietitian, I was where you are. I know how it feels to constantly worry about what you should or shouldn’t eat and to feel like your body isn’t good enough. Life is too short to constantly feel restricted. It’s time to feel like you’re in control and not the food.
Before I became a registered dietitian, I was where you are. I know how it feels to constantly worry about what you should or shouldn’t eat and to feel like your body isn’t good enough. Life is too short to constantly feel restricted. It’s time to feel like you’re in control and not the food.
LEA-Nutrition believes that diets don't work, but lifestyle changes do. Lauren has been a Registered Dietitian since 2012 and Yoga Instructor since 2015. She created LEAN to help others live their healthiest and happiest life. She is here to help you interpret all the false nutrition information out there and create an individualized nutrition plan that works for YOU.
LEA-Nutrition believes that diets don't work, but lifestyle changes do. Lauren has been a Registered Dietitian since 2012 and Yoga Instructor since 2015. She created LEAN to help others live their healthiest and happiest life. She is here to help you interpret all the false nutrition information out there and create an individualized nutrition plan that works for YOU.
My name is Jamie Plodzik, MS, RD, LD. I’m a dietitian specializing in eating disorders, sports nutrition, and pediatric/adolescent care. I hold a B.S. and M.S. from Virginia Tech and have experience as a gym dietitian at VIDA Fitness, lead RD at a higher level of care ED facility, and in private practice. I value patient-centered care and strong collaboration. Outside of work, I enjoy coffee shops, volleyball, lifting, cooking, being outdoors, and time with my cats, Maeve and Loretta.
My name is Jamie Plodzik, MS, RD, LD. I’m a dietitian specializing in eating disorders, sports nutrition, and pediatric/adolescent care. I hold a B.S. and M.S. from Virginia Tech and have experience as a gym dietitian at VIDA Fitness, lead RD at a higher level of care ED facility, and in private practice. I value patient-centered care and strong collaboration. Outside of work, I enjoy coffee shops, volleyball, lifting, cooking, being outdoors, and time with my cats, Maeve and Loretta.
As an anti-diet, HAES-aligned dietitian, I believe that restrictive diets can lead to harmful patterns of behavior that have real physical and emotional consequences. I support clients from all walks of life through disordered eating, chronic dieting, and binge and emotional eating. I also have a special interest in family feeding including children and families with selective (picky) eating and ARFID as well as growth, development, and weight concerns.
As an anti-diet, HAES-aligned dietitian, I believe that restrictive diets can lead to harmful patterns of behavior that have real physical and emotional consequences. I support clients from all walks of life through disordered eating, chronic dieting, and binge and emotional eating. I also have a special interest in family feeding including children and families with selective (picky) eating and ARFID as well as growth, development, and weight concerns.
Welcome to Nutrition Counseling of New England! Where I have the honor of working with individual clients, families, and worksites. I help individuals who are looking to quit dieting for good and instead heal their relationship with food. My clients learn how to healthfully prepare their favorite foods and enjoy them fully! I became a dietitian in 2013 because of a strong interest and passion for food. That passion for food started in my teens and ultimately fueled my decision to go to culinary school. Johnson & Wales class of ‘12 here!
Welcome to Nutrition Counseling of New England! Where I have the honor of working with individual clients, families, and worksites. I help individuals who are looking to quit dieting for good and instead heal their relationship with food. My clients learn how to healthfully prepare their favorite foods and enjoy them fully! I became a dietitian in 2013 because of a strong interest and passion for food. That passion for food started in my teens and ultimately fueled my decision to go to culinary school. Johnson & Wales class of ‘12 here!
Studies show that up to 78% of people with IBS have a condition called SIBO... which you can get rid of! For 15 years I was told there was nothing I could do about my debilitating GI symptoms– pain, cramps, bloating, all the other things no one wants to talk about. “Everything looks normal. You’re just going to have to live with it. Try managing your stress.” Sound familiar? If so, you’re in the right place. Because I get it! I’ve been there. I’m also now symptom free… why? Because IBS is B.S.! I got to the root cause and you can too!
Studies show that up to 78% of people with IBS have a condition called SIBO... which you can get rid of! For 15 years I was told there was nothing I could do about my debilitating GI symptoms– pain, cramps, bloating, all the other things no one wants to talk about. “Everything looks normal. You’re just going to have to live with it. Try managing your stress.” Sound familiar? If so, you’re in the right place. Because I get it! I’ve been there. I’m also now symptom free… why? Because IBS is B.S.! I got to the root cause and you can too!
Kristine is a registered dietitian with recent experience working as an outpatient dietitian at a premier Boston hospital. She earned a Bachelor of Science from Bentley University and then went on to complete a Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) and Master of Science in Nutrition and Health Promotion at Simmons College.
Kristine is a registered dietitian with recent experience working as an outpatient dietitian at a premier Boston hospital. She earned a Bachelor of Science from Bentley University and then went on to complete a Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) and Master of Science in Nutrition and Health Promotion at Simmons College.
Do you spend all day worrying about how food impacts your health and body? If you’re ready to make peace with food, heal your relationship with your body, and are ready to free up space and energy to start living the life you desire, then we want to help you get there. Get ready for a radical approach to nutrition that is actually sustainable. Awarded “Best of Boston Dietitian” by Boston Magazine, our weight-inclusive practice consists of dietitians who are certified or specialized in Intuitive Eating, practice from the Health at Every Size(R) (HAES) framework, and are here to help you on your journey in finding food freedom.
Do you spend all day worrying about how food impacts your health and body? If you’re ready to make peace with food, heal your relationship with your body, and are ready to free up space and energy to start living the life you desire, then we want to help you get there. Get ready for a radical approach to nutrition that is actually sustainable. Awarded “Best of Boston Dietitian” by Boston Magazine, our weight-inclusive practice consists of dietitians who are certified or specialized in Intuitive Eating, practice from the Health at Every Size(R) (HAES) framework, and are here to help you on your journey in finding food freedom.
I help women navigatie perimenopause and menopause, hormonal imbalances by creating real, lasting change in how they feel day to day. I am not offering quick tips, but deep, transformational support grounded in my own experience, extensive knowledge, and ongoing research. I offer advanced lab testing, including state of the art hormone testing, microbiome testing, and cortisol testing, so we can truly understand what is happening in your body and tailor a plan to your needs.
I help women navigatie perimenopause and menopause, hormonal imbalances by creating real, lasting change in how they feel day to day. I am not offering quick tips, but deep, transformational support grounded in my own experience, extensive knowledge, and ongoing research. I offer advanced lab testing, including state of the art hormone testing, microbiome testing, and cortisol testing, so we can truly understand what is happening in your body and tailor a plan to your needs.
Plant Based Diets Nutritionists and Dietitians
What is a plant-based diet?
A plant-based diet emphasizes the consumption of foods such as vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds, while reducing or eliminating animal products like meat and dairy. Unlike a vegan diet, which excludes all animal products, a plant-based diet does not necessarily require complete elimination of animal-based foods, although some individuals choose to do so. Many people following a plant-based diet also aim to incorporate more "whole foods" into their meals, favoring less-processed options over highly processed foods. For example, they might choose brown rice over white bread or fresh fruits over baked goods. The focus is on eating nutrient-dense, natural foods to promote overall health and well-being.
What are the benefits of a plant-based diet?
Research has shown that a plant-based diet offers numerous health benefits, including weight loss, lowered cholesterol levels, reduced blood pressure, and better blood sugar control. These benefits can arise from eating fewer animal-based foods, which are high in saturated fats, or from the weight loss that many people experience when starting a plant-based diet. Additionally, plant-based diets are known for their anti-inflammatory effects, which support a healthy immune system and may be particularly helpful for those with inflammatory conditions, such as arthritis. Plant-based diets are also high in fiber, which improves digestive health and can help stabilize blood sugar levels.
Who should follow a plant-based diet?
Anyone can follow a plant-based diet, and many nutrition and medical professionals encourage its adoption due to the numerous health benefits associated with consuming more plants and reducing animal-based products. People may also choose a plant-based diet for environmental and ethical reasons. For health-related benefits, a plant-based diet can be particularly advantageous for individuals diagnosed with or at risk of developing chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, and certain inflammatory conditions. Since many chronic diseases are related to obesity, the weight management benefits of a plant-based diet are especially valuable. Additionally, a plant-based diet can help reduce cholesterol levels, improve blood pressure, and enhance insulin sensitivity.
How do I start a plant-based diet?
A plant-based diet can be started at any time and may even be a more accessible option for individuals not ready to completely eliminate animal-based products from their diet. Many people start a plant-based diet slowly, such as with substituting meat or dairy for alternative products just a few times a week; for instance, finding easy swaps—such as whole grains in place of white bread products and beans or tofu in lieu of meat products—can be a great way to start eating a more plant-based diet. In addition, working to plan more meals ahead of time and constructing plant-based grocery store lists may be beneficial to ensure that consuming a plant-based meal is an accessible option when first getting started.