Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) Nutritionists and Dietitians in Taunton, MA

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Ryan John Gebo
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Our relationships with food are often complex and dynamic. We provide telehealth support to those seeking an individualized outpatient treatment program for eating disorders including ARFID, Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge-eating, and others. While helping clients achieve complete peace with food, we also guide and motivate them towards optimal health and wellness through mindfulness based practice, compassion, and support. Our work together will consist of building a strategy to navigate difficult food situations, building confidence in food decisions, securing body-image, and allow you to finally enjoy food for ALL of what it is.
Our relationships with food are often complex and dynamic. We provide telehealth support to those seeking an individualized outpatient treatment program for eating disorders including ARFID, Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge-eating, and others. While helping clients achieve complete peace with food, we also guide and motivate them towards optimal health and wellness through mindfulness based practice, compassion, and support. Our work together will consist of building a strategy to navigate difficult food situations, building confidence in food decisions, securing body-image, and allow you to finally enjoy food for ALL of what it is.
(508) 266-8589 View (508) 266-8589
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Alysha Gebo
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
What if the problem isn’t your willpower - but the way diet culture has taught you to disconnect from your body? Maybe you’ve spent years measuring worth in calories, steps, or the number on the scale. You follow the rules, until you can’t - then feel like you’ve failed. The cycle is exhausting: restrict, obsess, lose control, repeat. You’re not broken- you’ve just spent so long trying to control your body that you’ve missed the wisdom it’s been offering all along. You want to eat without guilt, live without fear, and finally feel free in your own skin.
What if the problem isn’t your willpower - but the way diet culture has taught you to disconnect from your body? Maybe you’ve spent years measuring worth in calories, steps, or the number on the scale. You follow the rules, until you can’t - then feel like you’ve failed. The cycle is exhausting: restrict, obsess, lose control, repeat. You’re not broken- you’ve just spent so long trying to control your body that you’ve missed the wisdom it’s been offering all along. You want to eat without guilt, live without fear, and finally feel free in your own skin.
(508) 403-7820 View (508) 403-7820
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Harmony With Food: Meg Marie ORourke
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN
Online Only
I help people who have hit a brick wall with conventional medicine. The TRUTH is most doctors know very little about nutrition, the microbiome, micronutrients or food sensitivities. At Harmony With Food we say " TEST don't Guess" to determine exactly what food, drinks and supplements you should or should not be doing. Not getting what you hoped for with conventional medicine? Microbiome, Mold, Food Sensitivities, micronutrients etc. may be the cause of your chronic GI Issues: constipation, bloating or running to the bathroom all the time. Joint pain, fatigue, weight loss resistance etc.
I help people who have hit a brick wall with conventional medicine. The TRUTH is most doctors know very little about nutrition, the microbiome, micronutrients or food sensitivities. At Harmony With Food we say " TEST don't Guess" to determine exactly what food, drinks and supplements you should or should not be doing. Not getting what you hoped for with conventional medicine? Microbiome, Mold, Food Sensitivities, micronutrients etc. may be the cause of your chronic GI Issues: constipation, bloating or running to the bathroom all the time. Joint pain, fatigue, weight loss resistance etc.
(508) 332-4441 View (508) 332-4441
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Kristin Hatch
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LDN, CDCES
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Her counseling is centered around behavioral change, relationship with food, mindful and intuitive eating, Health at Every Size (HAES) and medical nutrition therapy.
Kristin is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) who has worked with clients of all age groups in a variety of settings for over 30 years. She believes compassion, empathy, and encouragement are the greatest markers of care. She is passionate about helping clients improve quality of life while managing health concerns and understanding how the body works.
Her counseling is centered around behavioral change, relationship with food, mindful and intuitive eating, Health at Every Size (HAES) and medical nutrition therapy.
Kristin is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) who has worked with clients of all age groups in a variety of settings for over 30 years. She believes compassion, empathy, and encouragement are the greatest markers of care. She is passionate about helping clients improve quality of life while managing health concerns and understanding how the body works.
(508) 413-3131 View (508) 413-3131

More Dietitians and Nutritionists Nearby

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Jolene O'Brien
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN
Lakeville, MA 02347
I hold a Master’s Degree in Nutrition and Health Promotion from Simmons University, along with a Certificate of Training in Diabetes from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, and am proficient in a wide range of concepts related to nutrition, including intuitive eating principles, Health at Every Size (HAES), health promotion strategies, and MNT.
I am a No Diet Dietitian dedicated to empowering my clients with evidence-based nutrition education. With 12 years of experience as a middle school teacher, raising a family, and helping hundreds of aspiring Registered Dietitians prepare for their board exams, I’ve brought my passion for education into my work as a nutrition counselor by making complex concepts clear, practical, and sustainable.
I hold a Master’s Degree in Nutrition and Health Promotion from Simmons University, along with a Certificate of Training in Diabetes from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, and am proficient in a wide range of concepts related to nutrition, including intuitive eating principles, Health at Every Size (HAES), health promotion strategies, and MNT.
I am a No Diet Dietitian dedicated to empowering my clients with evidence-based nutrition education. With 12 years of experience as a middle school teacher, raising a family, and helping hundreds of aspiring Registered Dietitians prepare for their board exams, I’ve brought my passion for education into my work as a nutrition counselor by making complex concepts clear, practical, and sustainable.
(774) 332-5723 View (774) 332-5723
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Amanda Corliss
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Do you want to improve your relationship with food? Are you feeling stuck in what feels like an endless cycle of diets, each with their own set of rules, leaving you feeling confused about what your body truly needs?
Do you want to improve your relationship with food? Are you feeling stuck in what feels like an endless cycle of diets, each with their own set of rules, leaving you feeling confused about what your body truly needs?
(508) 286-7801 View (508) 286-7801
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Elisha Wardner
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hello! I am a Massachusetts-based Registered Dietitian with Karuna Wellness Studio. Karuna is a group practice that offers nutrition and movement services through a anti-diet, HAES-aligned, weight-neutral approach. We integrate elements of lifestyle medicine and nutritional psychiatry to serve as health advocates for our clients, promoting both physical and mental health. I have a background in wellness consulting, and pair a foundation in nutritional science with a compassionate approach to help clients create sustainable behavior changes for a healthy mind, soul, and body.
Hello! I am a Massachusetts-based Registered Dietitian with Karuna Wellness Studio. Karuna is a group practice that offers nutrition and movement services through a anti-diet, HAES-aligned, weight-neutral approach. We integrate elements of lifestyle medicine and nutritional psychiatry to serve as health advocates for our clients, promoting both physical and mental health. I have a background in wellness consulting, and pair a foundation in nutritional science with a compassionate approach to help clients create sustainable behavior changes for a healthy mind, soul, and body.
(781) 269-1623 View (781) 269-1623
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Karuna Wellness Studio
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN
Norwood, MA 02062
You’re overwhelmed. Maybe food feels confusing, or your body feels like a mystery. You’re managing chronic disease, disordered eating, digestive issues, anxiety, picky eating, or meal planning burnout—and you’re done with diets and one-size-fits-all advice. You’re looking for someone who gets it and who will guide you with compassion, evidence, and real-life strategies. Our ideal client wants to feel well physically and mentally—not perfect, just more like themselves again. Parents come to us looking for the same support—for their children, teens, or the whole family.
You’re overwhelmed. Maybe food feels confusing, or your body feels like a mystery. You’re managing chronic disease, disordered eating, digestive issues, anxiety, picky eating, or meal planning burnout—and you’re done with diets and one-size-fits-all advice. You’re looking for someone who gets it and who will guide you with compassion, evidence, and real-life strategies. Our ideal client wants to feel well physically and mentally—not perfect, just more like themselves again. Parents come to us looking for the same support—for their children, teens, or the whole family.
(781) 296-8084 View (781) 296-8084
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Leap Into Wellness Cape Cod & Plymouth MA
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LDN, CLT
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Eat Well and Feel Well ! I specialize in digestive health, IBS, Colitis, FODMAP diet and chronic inflammatory conditions. Years ago I had serious digestive problems. Even after eliminating processed foods I still had pain. I discovered my issue was food sensitivities. I now help clients like myself that have not felt good for a long time. I have helped hundreds of patients with disorders of the gut.
Eat Well and Feel Well ! I specialize in digestive health, IBS, Colitis, FODMAP diet and chronic inflammatory conditions. Years ago I had serious digestive problems. Even after eliminating processed foods I still had pain. I discovered my issue was food sensitivities. I now help clients like myself that have not felt good for a long time. I have helped hundreds of patients with disorders of the gut.
(508) 640-7891 View (508) 640-7891
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Caitlin M Crews
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, CLT, LDN
1 Endorsed
Roslindale, MA 02131
Nutrition is more than the essential nutrients required for life, it is a way of living in balance of the body and soul. Together we navigate your specific journey to optimal health. I use functional nutrition medicine counseling and diagnostic testing if needed to get to the root cause of underlying health issues. My goal for you is to learn to incorporate foods that speak to your body and your lifestyle allowing you to live your best life.
Nutrition is more than the essential nutrients required for life, it is a way of living in balance of the body and soul. Together we navigate your specific journey to optimal health. I use functional nutrition medicine counseling and diagnostic testing if needed to get to the root cause of underlying health issues. My goal for you is to learn to incorporate foods that speak to your body and your lifestyle allowing you to live your best life.
(508) 403-2273 View (508) 403-2273
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Whole Lifecycle Nutrition
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN
Online Only
Nutrition is a key element in fostering a vibrant, well-nourished family. Whole Lifecycle Nutrition was created to meet the unique needs of women and their families. From optimizing fertility preconception, to supporting a healthy pregnancy, through birth, breastfeeding, and getting comfortable with a new Mom bod, we are here to support you every step of the way. We help girls and women love their bodies and develop healthy relationships with food. As your child grows, we are a familiar and reliable resource for trusted nutrition counseling and advice. We encompass the lifecycle.
Nutrition is a key element in fostering a vibrant, well-nourished family. Whole Lifecycle Nutrition was created to meet the unique needs of women and their families. From optimizing fertility preconception, to supporting a healthy pregnancy, through birth, breastfeeding, and getting comfortable with a new Mom bod, we are here to support you every step of the way. We help girls and women love their bodies and develop healthy relationships with food. As your child grows, we are a familiar and reliable resource for trusted nutrition counseling and advice. We encompass the lifecycle.
(339) 217-4379 View (339) 217-4379
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Cultivate Nutrition Consulting, LLC
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN, CNSC
Serves Area
My primary goal: help you love food. I grew up in a household where food was fun, varied, and adventurous. My Mother was a home economics teacher turned preschool teacher. She taught me how to prepare food in fun ways and to be an adventurous eating. We learned to love food because it was good for our bodies AND because it tasted delicious!
My primary goal: help you love food. I grew up in a household where food was fun, varied, and adventurous. My Mother was a home economics teacher turned preschool teacher. She taught me how to prepare food in fun ways and to be an adventurous eating. We learned to love food because it was good for our bodies AND because it tasted delicious!
(508) 658-9239 View (508) 658-9239
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Rachel Artus
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN
Serves Area
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.
(860) 499-3367 View (860) 499-3367
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Kristen Waldecker
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN, CEDS
Online Only
Our society is deeply embedded in “diet culture” making it hard for us to navigate nourishing our bodies. Everybody's eating experience is different whether you struggle with an eating disorder, disordered eating, or a negative relationship with food. At Kind Nutrition Mind we will work to heal your broken relationship with food and build a foundation of evidenced based nutrition knowledge and practices based on your individual needs. Kristen practices with an evidenced based approach incorporating Health at Every Size (HAES) and Intuitive Eating (IE).
Our society is deeply embedded in “diet culture” making it hard for us to navigate nourishing our bodies. Everybody's eating experience is different whether you struggle with an eating disorder, disordered eating, or a negative relationship with food. At Kind Nutrition Mind we will work to heal your broken relationship with food and build a foundation of evidenced based nutrition knowledge and practices based on your individual needs. Kristen practices with an evidenced based approach incorporating Health at Every Size (HAES) and Intuitive Eating (IE).
(978) 228-2720 View (978) 228-2720
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Burke Nutrition LLC
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN
Online Only
Offering comprehensive, individualized medical nutrition therapy, with specialties in: Weight Loss and Maintenance Diabetes & heart disease GLP-1 medical weight management Post-bariatric surgery care Liver & kidney health Binge eating disorder Shannon is also the only dietitian in Massachusetts specializing in nutrition for addiction recovery.
I am a dietitian with a purpose. Through my own life experiences, including a significant weight loss and other health issues, I help others. If you have struggled with weight loss, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, struggle with emotional eating, and/or want to learn what a healthy and livable approach to nutrition and physical activity looks like for YOU, I am here to help. Livability. Healthy relationship with self, food, activity. I hear you. I walk the talk. Let me meet you where you’re at.
Offering comprehensive, individualized medical nutrition therapy, with specialties in: Weight Loss and Maintenance Diabetes & heart disease GLP-1 medical weight management Post-bariatric surgery care Liver & kidney health Binge eating disorder Shannon is also the only dietitian in Massachusetts specializing in nutrition for addiction recovery.
I am a dietitian with a purpose. Through my own life experiences, including a significant weight loss and other health issues, I help others. If you have struggled with weight loss, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, struggle with emotional eating, and/or want to learn what a healthy and livable approach to nutrition and physical activity looks like for YOU, I am here to help. Livability. Healthy relationship with self, food, activity. I hear you. I walk the talk. Let me meet you where you’re at.
(339) 300-1552 View (339) 300-1552
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Katherine L Fernald
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN, Reiki, Master
Online Only
Referrals and inquiries accepted for nutritional concerns including: eating disorders, weight control issues for all ages, Alzheimers, diabetes, digestive disorders, and other medical concerns.
I am very comfortable with all types of people who have all kinds of concerns. I speak the language of 12 steps and am experienced with people in Overeater's Anonymous and other Anonymous groups related to food or other issues. I help with any co-occurring medical nutritional problem.
Referrals and inquiries accepted for nutritional concerns including: eating disorders, weight control issues for all ages, Alzheimers, diabetes, digestive disorders, and other medical concerns.
I am very comfortable with all types of people who have all kinds of concerns. I speak the language of 12 steps and am experienced with people in Overeater's Anonymous and other Anonymous groups related to food or other issues. I help with any co-occurring medical nutritional problem.
(508) 955-0579 View (508) 955-0579
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Katlynn Kisla
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN
Dartmouth, MA 02747
My approach to nutrition is rooted in simplicity and sustainability. With over a decade of experience, I recognize that nutrition is a deeply personal aspect of life. I make it a priority to understand the experiences that lead a person to seek nutritional guidance, so I can provide them personalized care. I am particularly passionate about perinatal nutrition- encompassing each stage from preconception through lactation- to optimize nutrition for fertility, pregnancy, and overall wellness for mothers and their families. I also focus on general health/wellness, gut health, and disease prevention/management.
My approach to nutrition is rooted in simplicity and sustainability. With over a decade of experience, I recognize that nutrition is a deeply personal aspect of life. I make it a priority to understand the experiences that lead a person to seek nutritional guidance, so I can provide them personalized care. I am particularly passionate about perinatal nutrition- encompassing each stage from preconception through lactation- to optimize nutrition for fertility, pregnancy, and overall wellness for mothers and their families. I also focus on general health/wellness, gut health, and disease prevention/management.
(508) 214-4529 View (508) 214-4529
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Shelby Keys
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN
1 Endorsed
Online Only
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!
(585) 401-7092 View (585) 401-7092
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Cara Schrager
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MPH, RDN, LDN, CDCES
Online Only
I am a Registered and Licensed Dietitian and Diabetes Care and Education Specialist passionate about helping you achieve your nutrition goals. I have over a decade of experience in nutrition counseling with a special focus in working with people with diabetes and weight management. I follow a nonrestrictive "all foods fit" approach and I will help you feel empowered with your nutrition choices. As an avid marathon runner, I am also passionate about sports nutrition, helping individuals learn how to optimally fuel their bodies.
I am a Registered and Licensed Dietitian and Diabetes Care and Education Specialist passionate about helping you achieve your nutrition goals. I have over a decade of experience in nutrition counseling with a special focus in working with people with diabetes and weight management. I follow a nonrestrictive "all foods fit" approach and I will help you feel empowered with your nutrition choices. As an avid marathon runner, I am also passionate about sports nutrition, helping individuals learn how to optimally fuel their bodies.
(508) 501-7872 View (508) 501-7872
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Anna P Sweeney
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN, CEDS-C
Online Only
I offer virtual nutrition therapy sessions via a HIPAA compliant software, Simple Practice.
Is your relationship with food and body more challenging then you wish it to be? Do you get overwhelmed navigating health and wellness messaging? Is your body image disrupting your quality of life? Are you searching for food freedom and don't know where to look? Are you healing from an eating disorder? Is disordered eating getting in your way? This is a particularly hard time to be a human navigating omnipresent messaging that encourages the outsourcing of body wisdom as the way to well and wellbeing. You deserve better than this. if these questions are resident, I would love to support you.
I offer virtual nutrition therapy sessions via a HIPAA compliant software, Simple Practice.
Is your relationship with food and body more challenging then you wish it to be? Do you get overwhelmed navigating health and wellness messaging? Is your body image disrupting your quality of life? Are you searching for food freedom and don't know where to look? Are you healing from an eating disorder? Is disordered eating getting in your way? This is a particularly hard time to be a human navigating omnipresent messaging that encourages the outsourcing of body wisdom as the way to well and wellbeing. You deserve better than this. if these questions are resident, I would love to support you.
(781) 780-2829 View (781) 780-2829
Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) Nutritionists and Dietitians

What is medical nutrition therapy?

Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) involves the use of personalized dietary changes to prevent or manage chronic conditions. Typically conducted in an outpatient setting by a Registered Dietitian (RD), MNT aims to address specific health issues through tailored nutrition plans. Clients are often referred for MNT by healthcare professionals who identify conditions that could benefit from dietary and lifestyle modifications, such as diabetes, hypertension, or cardiovascular disease. The goal of MNT is to improve overall health outcomes by making adjustments to the client's diet based on their individual needs and medical conditions.

What conditions is medical nutrition therapy for?

Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) is often used for individuals with diseases caused or worsened by poor diet, such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, kidney disease, and cardiovascular diseases. However, other conditions can also benefit from nutrition therapy. MNT is typically not intended to replace other treatments, such as medication, but rather to complement them. By improving a person's overall diet and health, MNT aims to prevent the exacerbation of symptoms and complement other treatments.

Is medical nutrition therapy covered by insurance?

Medical nutrition therapy is frequently covered by insurance. However, insurance coverage can vary based on factors like your specific plan details, whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network provider, and whether you have a referral for nutrition services based on a medical diagnosis. While a referral is not required to see a dietitian or nutritionist, and many individuals independently seek nutritional support without prior medical advice, a referral from a primary care physician or another medical professional may be necessary to obtain coverage for medical nutrition services. In such cases, a referral is typically made for those who have been formally diagnosed with a medical condition requiring nutrition counseling, such as diabetes or hypertension. Coverage also depends on the type of nutrition service. Typically, insurance plans only cover services provided by a licensed Registered Dietitian (RD) and do not cover those offered by nutritionists or nutrition coaches without the RD credential. If nutrition services are not covered by your insurance, some dietitians and nutritionists may offer sliding scale rates or lower-cost services for clients who cannot afford their full fee.

What does medical nutrition therapy involve?

The approach a dietitian will take in a medical nutrition therapy session will depend on a number of factors, including what conditions the client has and what the goals of the client are. An initial session often involves an assessment of the client's overall health and current dietary intake; a dietitian may also speak with a client's medical doctor prior to or following a first session to obtain information on the medical condition(s) the client is seeking nutrition therapy counseling for. The dietitian will then work with the client to create goals of medical nutrition therapy sessions, such as weight loss, eating a more plant-based diet, or reducing sodium intake. Then, in ongoing sessions, the dietitian will work with the client to meet their stated goals. These ongoing sessions often include menu planning and coaching, which involve the dietitian working with the client to develop strategies for a healthier and more balanced diet. Dietitians may suggest recipes, put together grocery shopping lists, and/or recommend tracking one's intake in order to help clients make desired changes.