Cholesterol Nutritionists and Dietitians in Lowell, MA
Since I became a Registered Dietitian in 2014, I have gained
extensive experience in various areas of nutrition and dietetics.
My career began with the WIC program, where I specialized in
supporting pregnant women, new mothers, young children, and
postpartum women with their nutritional concerns. Over time, I
expanded my practice to address the needs of the general
population, including individuals managing diabetes, weight loss or gain,
hypertriglyceridemia, hypertension, pediatric nutrition, geriatric/senior nutritional needs, and other health conditions.
Since I became a Registered Dietitian in 2014, I have gained
extensive experience in various areas of nutrition and dietetics.
My career began with the WIC program, where I specialized in
supporting pregnant women, new mothers, young children, and
postpartum women with their nutritional concerns. Over time, I
expanded my practice to address the needs of the general
population, including individuals managing diabetes, weight loss or gain,
hypertriglyceridemia, hypertension, pediatric nutrition, geriatric/senior nutritional needs, and other health conditions.
More Dietitians and Nutritionists Nearby
Skylar has experience working in pediatric and family nutrition as well as pre/post-natal nutrition, eating disorders, weight management, cardiac risk factors including hypertension, high cholesterol and obesity, diabetes, and wellness.
I believe in an individualized, evidenced-based approach to nutrition. My passion lies in helping my adults, children and families reach their goals in a way that fits their lifestyle and eating preferences. I will spend time listening to what your personal goals are to improve you or your loved ones health, and we will work together to achieve those goals. We all want to look and feel our very best, and I am here to help you get there!
Skylar has experience working in pediatric and family nutrition as well as pre/post-natal nutrition, eating disorders, weight management, cardiac risk factors including hypertension, high cholesterol and obesity, diabetes, and wellness.
I believe in an individualized, evidenced-based approach to nutrition. My passion lies in helping my adults, children and families reach their goals in a way that fits their lifestyle and eating preferences. I will spend time listening to what your personal goals are to improve you or your loved ones health, and we will work together to achieve those goals. We all want to look and feel our very best, and I am here to help you get there!
Areas of specialty include weight management, avoiding or lowering medications for diabetes, blood pressure, and cholesterol as well as food sensitivities and sports nutrition. I focus on individual's specific nutritional needs from healthy cooking ideas to supporting extreme fitness endeavors. You will receive recommendations for diet and lifestyle changes to meet your personalized needs and goals. Clients keep a detailed food intake and exercise record using a free online log. By supporting gradual changes over time, the priority is to instill a greater balance in clients thereby creating a more permanent transformation to achieve weight, medical and lifestyle goals.
Areas of specialty include weight management, avoiding or lowering medications for diabetes, blood pressure, and cholesterol as well as food sensitivities and sports nutrition. I focus on individual's specific nutritional needs from healthy cooking ideas to supporting extreme fitness endeavors. You will receive recommendations for diet and lifestyle changes to meet your personalized needs and goals. Clients keep a detailed food intake and exercise record using a free online log. By supporting gradual changes over time, the priority is to instill a greater balance in clients thereby creating a more permanent transformation to achieve weight, medical and lifestyle goals.
Most people know something about eating "healthy," but are still missing the specific dietary patterns that drive high cholesterol, triglycerides, and blood sugar.
We start with a full review of your labs and diet history. I identify what's actually driving the pattern, then build a plan around two or three high-leverage changes. Most patients see meaningful lab improvements within 90 days.
I've followed this approach myself and my own cholesterol dropped 30 points using the same targeted method I use with patients.
Most people know something about eating "healthy," but are still missing the specific dietary patterns that drive high cholesterol, triglycerides, and blood sugar.
We start with a full review of your labs and diet history. I identify what's actually driving the pattern, then build a plan around two or three high-leverage changes. Most patients see meaningful lab improvements within 90 days.
I've followed this approach myself and my own cholesterol dropped 30 points using the same targeted method I use with patients.
Gwen is a Registered Dietitian with over 25 years of experience in the field of Nutrition and the owner of Sage Nutrition Solutions, LLC. She is a Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist in both Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Gwen is an advocate of balanced nutrition and has an all foods can fit into a healthy lifestyle philosophy. Using a science-based, individualized approach, Gwen's nutritional counseling, support, and guidance will help you manage your overall health, prevent and treat new or chronic conditions, optimize exercise performance, and build a healthy relationship with food and body.
Gwen is a Registered Dietitian with over 25 years of experience in the field of Nutrition and the owner of Sage Nutrition Solutions, LLC. She is a Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist in both Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Gwen is an advocate of balanced nutrition and has an all foods can fit into a healthy lifestyle philosophy. Using a science-based, individualized approach, Gwen's nutritional counseling, support, and guidance will help you manage your overall health, prevent and treat new or chronic conditions, optimize exercise performance, and build a healthy relationship with food and body.
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.
Areas of specialty include weight management, avoiding or lowering medications for diabetes, blood pressure, and cholesterol as well as food sensitivities and sports nutrition. I focus on individual's specific nutritional needs from healthy cooking ideas to supporting extreme fitness endeavors. You will receive recommendations for diet and lifestyle changes to meet your personalized needs and goals. Clients keep a detailed food intake and exercise record using a free online log. By supporting gradual changes over time, the priority is to instill a greater balance in clients thereby creating a more permanent transformation to achieve weight, medical and lifestyle goals.
Areas of specialty include weight management, avoiding or lowering medications for diabetes, blood pressure, and cholesterol as well as food sensitivities and sports nutrition. I focus on individual's specific nutritional needs from healthy cooking ideas to supporting extreme fitness endeavors. You will receive recommendations for diet and lifestyle changes to meet your personalized needs and goals. Clients keep a detailed food intake and exercise record using a free online log. By supporting gradual changes over time, the priority is to instill a greater balance in clients thereby creating a more permanent transformation to achieve weight, medical and lifestyle goals.
*Read reviews on my website's home page* Health expression is unique to the individual and requires a personalized approach, a thorough understanding of the whole lifestyle, and respect for the personal journey. I use integrative nutrition and mind-body medicine for a holistic approach to help improve chronic disease symptoms and help you reach optimal health. The earlier you begin your work towards improving your diet, increasing your physical activity, as well as reducing your mental and emotional stress, the stronger the chance of preventing a wide range of chronic illnesses with physical and mental symptoms.
*Read reviews on my website's home page* Health expression is unique to the individual and requires a personalized approach, a thorough understanding of the whole lifestyle, and respect for the personal journey. I use integrative nutrition and mind-body medicine for a holistic approach to help improve chronic disease symptoms and help you reach optimal health. The earlier you begin your work towards improving your diet, increasing your physical activity, as well as reducing your mental and emotional stress, the stronger the chance of preventing a wide range of chronic illnesses with physical and mental symptoms.
Hi, I’m Alison Swiggard, MS, RDN, LD, a registered dietitian at CV Wellbeing. I work with teens and adults navigating eating disorders, ADHD, PCOS, body image concerns, and complicated relationships with food.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that health and worth are not determined by body size. I know that food can become tangled up with anxiety, shame, perfectionism, sensory needs, executive dysfunction, trauma, or years of conflicting messages. You do not need to have it all figured out before reaching out.
Hi, I’m Alison Swiggard, MS, RDN, LD, a registered dietitian at CV Wellbeing. I work with teens and adults navigating eating disorders, ADHD, PCOS, body image concerns, and complicated relationships with food.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that health and worth are not determined by body size. I know that food can become tangled up with anxiety, shame, perfectionism, sensory needs, executive dysfunction, trauma, or years of conflicting messages. You do not need to have it all figured out before reaching out.
I am a Registered Dietitian with over 10 years of experience in clinical nutrition. I provide evidence based and practical nutrition therapy to clients with Diabetes, Heart problems, GI conditions – IBS, Chron’s disease, Ulcerative colitis , gastroparesis and pre and post partum pregnancy. Being of Indian origin I have special expertise in tailoring nutrition interventions for the typical South Asian diet. I also specialize in interventions to suit vegan and vegetarian diets. My goal is to help my clients achieve their goals without compromising on the pleasures of food.
I am a Registered Dietitian with over 10 years of experience in clinical nutrition. I provide evidence based and practical nutrition therapy to clients with Diabetes, Heart problems, GI conditions – IBS, Chron’s disease, Ulcerative colitis , gastroparesis and pre and post partum pregnancy. Being of Indian origin I have special expertise in tailoring nutrition interventions for the typical South Asian diet. I also specialize in interventions to suit vegan and vegetarian diets. My goal is to help my clients achieve their goals without compromising on the pleasures of food.
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.
Elizabeth is a Registered Dietitian with over six years of experience helping individuals make healthier choices and achieve their goals. Using intuitive eating principles and a compassionate, client-centered approach, she tailors evidence-based plans to meet each person’s needs. Specializing in wellness, diabetes, and heart health, Elizabeth empowers clients with the tools and support they need to make lasting changes. Her compassionate counseling ensures that clients feel heard, confident, and motivated on their journey to improved health and well-being.
Elizabeth is a Registered Dietitian with over six years of experience helping individuals make healthier choices and achieve their goals. Using intuitive eating principles and a compassionate, client-centered approach, she tailors evidence-based plans to meet each person’s needs. Specializing in wellness, diabetes, and heart health, Elizabeth empowers clients with the tools and support they need to make lasting changes. Her compassionate counseling ensures that clients feel heard, confident, and motivated on their journey to improved health and well-being.
I am a Registered Dietitian who specializes in gut health/digestive conditions, weight loss, and behavior modification to sustain a healthier lifestyle. My goal is to help busy individuals optimize and improve their health while implementing science-based, sustainable, and personalized strategies. With over 11+ years of nutrition counseling experience, I am here to empower, educate, and collaborate with you in order to help you achieve your nutrition goals. In our first session you can expect a comprehensive nutrition assessment, as well as education, and counseling in order to create a plan that works specifically for you!
I am a Registered Dietitian who specializes in gut health/digestive conditions, weight loss, and behavior modification to sustain a healthier lifestyle. My goal is to help busy individuals optimize and improve their health while implementing science-based, sustainable, and personalized strategies. With over 11+ years of nutrition counseling experience, I am here to empower, educate, and collaborate with you in order to help you achieve your nutrition goals. In our first session you can expect a comprehensive nutrition assessment, as well as education, and counseling in order to create a plan that works specifically for you!
You are the expert on you, but don't know where to start. The expanse of the internet often provides confusing, unprofessional, and potentially harmful information about nutrition, weight, and health. I am not focused on "perfect" nutrition. Does it even exist? Let's look at the health and weight messages that influence you and find out what's relevant to YOU. Person versus population. We will have an honest conversation about what you need to focus on and how to make it happen. People expect a dietitian to judge them - but most people leave my office with hope, feeling like they are supported in making incremental change.
You are the expert on you, but don't know where to start. The expanse of the internet often provides confusing, unprofessional, and potentially harmful information about nutrition, weight, and health. I am not focused on "perfect" nutrition. Does it even exist? Let's look at the health and weight messages that influence you and find out what's relevant to YOU. Person versus population. We will have an honest conversation about what you need to focus on and how to make it happen. People expect a dietitian to judge them - but most people leave my office with hope, feeling like they are supported in making incremental change.
We treat female hormone imbalances such as Early menarche, PCOS, Fibroids, Breast CA, Peri & Menopause and chronic illnesses such as Gestational Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes, High blood pressure, High cholesterol, Overweight/Obesity, Gut imbalances/digestive disorders and more!
Are you or your loved one struggling with hormone imbalances such as insulin resistance, low libido, irregular periods, early puberty, fibroids, PCOS, early menopause, hot flashes, gut issues, constant hunger, sugar cravings, etc? Chronic disease (Heart Disease, Cancer, Diabetes, Gestational Diabetes..) significantly affect your reproductive health. If you're struggling with these health issues expert professional guidance is available at 360Girls&Women. We help you manage, prevent, often times reverse diet & lifestyle related diseases, those specifically that affect the health of girls & women, using evidence-based holistic methods
We treat female hormone imbalances such as Early menarche, PCOS, Fibroids, Breast CA, Peri & Menopause and chronic illnesses such as Gestational Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes, High blood pressure, High cholesterol, Overweight/Obesity, Gut imbalances/digestive disorders and more!
Are you or your loved one struggling with hormone imbalances such as insulin resistance, low libido, irregular periods, early puberty, fibroids, PCOS, early menopause, hot flashes, gut issues, constant hunger, sugar cravings, etc? Chronic disease (Heart Disease, Cancer, Diabetes, Gestational Diabetes..) significantly affect your reproductive health. If you're struggling with these health issues expert professional guidance is available at 360Girls&Women. We help you manage, prevent, often times reverse diet & lifestyle related diseases, those specifically that affect the health of girls & women, using evidence-based holistic methods
My ideal client can be of any age or background. They may be seeking weight loss, better performance, improved labs, muscle gain, or a healthier relationship with food. What matters most is that they’re open to problem-solving—willing to examine habits with curiosity, apply evidence practically, and use accountability to measure progress. They understand that change requires consistency, reflection, and course correction; if they’re not fully ready, they’re willing to explore what’s in the way.
My ideal client can be of any age or background. They may be seeking weight loss, better performance, improved labs, muscle gain, or a healthier relationship with food. What matters most is that they’re open to problem-solving—willing to examine habits with curiosity, apply evidence practically, and use accountability to measure progress. They understand that change requires consistency, reflection, and course correction; if they’re not fully ready, they’re willing to explore what’s in the way.
I am passionate about nutrition and believe that food should be enjoyed! I am excited about the opportunity to help you achieve your personal health goals using a holistic approach that not only looks at nutrition, but strengthens all the pillars of health, including sleep, movement, and stress. As a busy mom of young children, I understand the challenges of staying on a healthy path. Personal experience with a hectic lifestyle, stress, and insomnia opened my eyes to the importance of uncovering root causes in order to begin the process of re-balancing life.
I am passionate about nutrition and believe that food should be enjoyed! I am excited about the opportunity to help you achieve your personal health goals using a holistic approach that not only looks at nutrition, but strengthens all the pillars of health, including sleep, movement, and stress. As a busy mom of young children, I understand the challenges of staying on a healthy path. Personal experience with a hectic lifestyle, stress, and insomnia opened my eyes to the importance of uncovering root causes in order to begin the process of re-balancing life.
Oceanside Nutrition | Intuitive Eating
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN
1 Endorsed
Newburyport, MA 01950
Let’s face it — nutrition is a polarizing topic these days. It seems like no one can seem to agree on even the simplest nutrition questions (thanks social media and diet culture!). And even when we’re given sound advice, actually making changes to our eating habits can feel impossible.
That’s why we’re here— we believe that everyone deserves evidence-based nutrition guidance and the support to make healthy changes stick. Our team of expert Registered Dietitian Nutritionists have supported thousands of clients in building lasting healthy eating routines and in establishing peaceful relationships with food.
Let’s face it — nutrition is a polarizing topic these days. It seems like no one can seem to agree on even the simplest nutrition questions (thanks social media and diet culture!). And even when we’re given sound advice, actually making changes to our eating habits can feel impossible.
That’s why we’re here— we believe that everyone deserves evidence-based nutrition guidance and the support to make healthy changes stick. Our team of expert Registered Dietitian Nutritionists have supported thousands of clients in building lasting healthy eating routines and in establishing peaceful relationships with food.
GLP-1 nutrition specialist and virtual registered dietitian providing care to clients across Massachusetts, helping adults with weight management, healthy weight gain, and appetite changes (Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro). I support fatigue, nausea, and unintentional weight shifts while preserving muscle and bone health. My approach focuses on sustainable habits, realistic nutrition adjustments, and how you feel and function—not just the scale.
GLP-1 nutrition specialist and virtual registered dietitian providing care to clients across Massachusetts, helping adults with weight management, healthy weight gain, and appetite changes (Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro). I support fatigue, nausea, and unintentional weight shifts while preserving muscle and bone health. My approach focuses on sustainable habits, realistic nutrition adjustments, and how you feel and function—not just the scale.
Cholesterol Nutritionists and Dietitians
What is cholesterol?
Cholesterol is a fat-like substance found in the blood that is essential for forming healthy cells and ensuring regular body functions. Although cholesterol often has a negative reputation, it plays a crucial role in our health. There are several types of cholesterol, including low-density lipoprotein (LDL) and high-density lipoprotein (HDL). The balance between these types is more important than eliminating cholesterol entirely. In general HDL is considered to be the "good" form of cholesterol, while LDL is considered to be the "bad" form associated with conditions such as cardiovascular diseases. Individuals with high levels of LDL cholesterol circulating in their blood are at an increased risk of heart attack and stroke, as a result of plaque build-up on the interior of the body's arteries.
How does diet affect cholesterol?
While many individuals with high cholesterol are prescribed medications to help lower their levels, lifestyle changes—especially dietary modifications—are considered the first line of treatment. Reducing the consumption of foods high in saturated and trans fats, such as fatty meats, cream, butter, and pastries, helps lower cholesterol. Conversely, consuming sufficient fiber, healthy fats (like those found in salmon and nuts), and low-fat proteins can help lower LDL levels and improve cardiovascular health.
What diet is best if you have high cholesterol?
In general, experts recommend a plant-based diet high in fiber, healthy fats, and lean protein as the best nutrition approach to lowering blood cholesterol levels. The "Mediterranean diet," characterized by the consumption of lots of healthy fats, vegetables, beans, and whole grains is one common diet with abundant evidence supporting its efficacy in reducing blood cholesterol levels and preventing cardiovascular and metabolic diseases. The Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet is another common diet shown to reduce cholesterol levels; the DASH diet emphasizes the consumption of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low fat dairy products with a particular focus on reducing the consumption of saturated fats. Conversely, diets that include the consumption of large amounts of protein and fats—such as the keto diet and atkins diet—are generally not recommended for those with high cholesterol levels due to the high levels of saturated and trans fats that such diets can include.
Why is it useful to see a dietitian if you have high cholesterol?
Dietitians are specifically trained to use diet modifications to manage health, so consulting a dietitian if you have high cholesterol can be greatly beneficial. They can help construct a diet that lowers cholesterol and promotes a healthier lifestyle. Dietitians can assist clients in identifying foods that are low in cholesterol and those that support overall health. They can also help hold clients accountable for their nutrition and provide resources for other lifestyle modifications that support blood cholesterol reduction, such as exercise, smoking cessation, and alcohol consumption reduction. Additionally, dietitians can assist in managing other chronic diseases often associated with high cholesterol, such as kidney conditions, diabetes, and heart disease.