Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) Nutritionists and Dietitians in Somerset, NJ
I am passionate and committed to improving health and wellness through Integrative and Functional Nutrition principles and guidelines, which include in-depth nutrition history, assessment and providing personalized nutrition care plans that include- appropriate diet/meal plan, supplement recommendations, and life style modifications,etc. In the past 25 years I have helped many patients with Diabetes, Cardio Metabolic Syndrome, Weight management & Bariatric nutrition, Gastrointestinal disorders ,Food sensitivities, Chronic fatigue syndrome, etc . I am a believer of the Ayurvedic saying: "When the Diet is Wrong, Medicine is of No Use. When the Diet is Right, Medicine is of No Need."
I am passionate and committed to improving health and wellness through Integrative and Functional Nutrition principles and guidelines, which include in-depth nutrition history, assessment and providing personalized nutrition care plans that include- appropriate diet/meal plan, supplement recommendations, and life style modifications,etc. In the past 25 years I have helped many patients with Diabetes, Cardio Metabolic Syndrome, Weight management & Bariatric nutrition, Gastrointestinal disorders ,Food sensitivities, Chronic fatigue syndrome, etc . I am a believer of the Ayurvedic saying: "When the Diet is Wrong, Medicine is of No Use. When the Diet is Right, Medicine is of No Need."
I am a Registered Dietitian with over 18 years of experience working with children, families and adults with multiple medical issues or personalized weight loss or behavior change goals. I have a passion for helping individuals and families develop their own unique set of healthy lifestyle changes. I have over 14 years of experience in pediatrics and eating disorders as well.
I am a Registered Dietitian with over 18 years of experience working with children, families and adults with multiple medical issues or personalized weight loss or behavior change goals. I have a passion for helping individuals and families develop their own unique set of healthy lifestyle changes. I have over 14 years of experience in pediatrics and eating disorders as well.
With 20+ years of experience in nutrition counseling for management of weight, diabetes, obesity, heart disease and other medical conditions, I'm dedicated to helping you achieve healthy eating and lifestyle habits.
Your health is #1 priority. I always take the time to understand your nutrition and health concerns, explain my recommendations to you, and make sure that the personalized diet plan is working for you. I'm a great listener, very easy to work with, and love to make people smile!
With 20+ years of experience in nutrition counseling for management of weight, diabetes, obesity, heart disease and other medical conditions, I'm dedicated to helping you achieve healthy eating and lifestyle habits.
Your health is #1 priority. I always take the time to understand your nutrition and health concerns, explain my recommendations to you, and make sure that the personalized diet plan is working for you. I'm a great listener, very easy to work with, and love to make people smile!
My counseling is one on one and is tailored to the clients lifestyle and needs. While always encouraging healthy eating and physical activity, I am very practical in my approach to helping clients integrate these behaviors with today's hectic lifestyles. Because of the increasing diagnosis of Celiac Disease, I have begun to concentrate on that condition as well as all types of gluten sensitivity. With the explosion of GLP-1 medication for weight loss, I have received additional training in helping clients while on these medications
My counseling is one on one and is tailored to the clients lifestyle and needs. While always encouraging healthy eating and physical activity, I am very practical in my approach to helping clients integrate these behaviors with today's hectic lifestyles. Because of the increasing diagnosis of Celiac Disease, I have begun to concentrate on that condition as well as all types of gluten sensitivity. With the explosion of GLP-1 medication for weight loss, I have received additional training in helping clients while on these medications
I work with adolescents and adults who are hoping to build a better relationship with food and their bodies. I spent 7 years working in a facility that provided inpatient, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient treatment for people healing from eating disorders; thus I have extensive experience helping people build skills and break down barriers so that they can reclaim their relationships with food. In my private practice, I have worked with clients who are healing from eating disorders, and those building new relationships with food having struggled with disordered eating, chronic dieting, and eating issues in general.
I work with adolescents and adults who are hoping to build a better relationship with food and their bodies. I spent 7 years working in a facility that provided inpatient, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient treatment for people healing from eating disorders; thus I have extensive experience helping people build skills and break down barriers so that they can reclaim their relationships with food. In my private practice, I have worked with clients who are healing from eating disorders, and those building new relationships with food having struggled with disordered eating, chronic dieting, and eating issues in general.
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The Well Nourished Life Vision is to empower women and families to cultivate and sustain Life Balance by Nourishing the Body, Mind and Spirit. We believe in a Whole Person approach to health and well-being. We will identify your health concerns such as weight, blood sugar, hormones, stress, heart, gut and brain health, and then explore the healing power of food to re-balance your body. Together, we will co-create a wellness plan with nutrition & lifestyle strategies to achieve your goals. We will identify personal lifestyle barriers that are holding you back, then deconstruct them to reveal your best self.
The Well Nourished Life Vision is to empower women and families to cultivate and sustain Life Balance by Nourishing the Body, Mind and Spirit. We believe in a Whole Person approach to health and well-being. We will identify your health concerns such as weight, blood sugar, hormones, stress, heart, gut and brain health, and then explore the healing power of food to re-balance your body. Together, we will co-create a wellness plan with nutrition & lifestyle strategies to achieve your goals. We will identify personal lifestyle barriers that are holding you back, then deconstruct them to reveal your best self.
Carly is a Registered Dietitian who is passionate about helping people live their healthiest lives while fostering a positive relationship with food. She believes in taking a holistic approach to address the complex relationship between nutrition, mental health, and chronic conditions. Carly provides HAES-aligned care and emphasizes a non-diet approach for her nutrition counseling and evidenced-based interventions in several areas of health and nutrition, including but not limited to, pre-diabetes, type 2 diabetes, weight management, heart health, and GI management.
Carly is a Registered Dietitian who is passionate about helping people live their healthiest lives while fostering a positive relationship with food. She believes in taking a holistic approach to address the complex relationship between nutrition, mental health, and chronic conditions. Carly provides HAES-aligned care and emphasizes a non-diet approach for her nutrition counseling and evidenced-based interventions in several areas of health and nutrition, including but not limited to, pre-diabetes, type 2 diabetes, weight management, heart health, and GI management.
She holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Nutrition and Food Science from Hunter College & City University and completed a dietetic internship program at Beth Israel Medical Center in New York.
Forget about strict diet! You are more than just your weight ! Reach out to your soul and find the motivation within yourself and be the best you can be! I will help you to rediscover who you are, deal with stresses of life and achieve your goals! My Holistic and Integrative wellness approach will open all the hidden doors to the pathway of your success.
She holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Nutrition and Food Science from Hunter College & City University and completed a dietetic internship program at Beth Israel Medical Center in New York.
Forget about strict diet! You are more than just your weight ! Reach out to your soul and find the motivation within yourself and be the best you can be! I will help you to rediscover who you are, deal with stresses of life and achieve your goals! My Holistic and Integrative wellness approach will open all the hidden doors to the pathway of your success.
Through a non-diet, intuitive eating approach, we hope to reconnect you to the joy of eating. Whether struggling with an eating disorder, disordered eating, or needing a change from the diet culture, my goal is to help you learn how to appropriately and joyfully nourish your body. As a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist & Consultant (CEDS-C) I have a passion for helping people and families heal their relationship with food, body, and movement.
Through a non-diet, intuitive eating approach, we hope to reconnect you to the joy of eating. Whether struggling with an eating disorder, disordered eating, or needing a change from the diet culture, my goal is to help you learn how to appropriately and joyfully nourish your body. As a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist & Consultant (CEDS-C) I have a passion for helping people and families heal their relationship with food, body, and movement.
Hescott Nutrition Services offer nutrition services and holistic health coaching for chronic disease prevention. With 10 plus years of experience working with a diverse population, she believes in using patient-centered care and a culturally sensitive approach to helping each client reach their individualized nutrition goals. Research shows that the leading causes of death and disability in America are modifiable chronic diseases like diabetes, heart disease, chronic kidney disease, and stroke with key lifestyle risk factors being poor nutrition, lack of physical activity, tobacco, and excessive alcohol use.
Hescott Nutrition Services offer nutrition services and holistic health coaching for chronic disease prevention. With 10 plus years of experience working with a diverse population, she believes in using patient-centered care and a culturally sensitive approach to helping each client reach their individualized nutrition goals. Research shows that the leading causes of death and disability in America are modifiable chronic diseases like diabetes, heart disease, chronic kidney disease, and stroke with key lifestyle risk factors being poor nutrition, lack of physical activity, tobacco, and excessive alcohol use.
I also work with those managing medical conditions, who may find it especially challenging to meet their nutritional needs while honoring their body and well-being.
My approach is rooted in curiosity, not judgment. Together, we’ll explore how disordered eating may have developed as a coping tool and how it has evolved over time. At NNN, we focus on gently realigning your relationship with food and your body in ways that feel sustainable, empowering, and flexible within your day-to-day life.
I also work with those managing medical conditions, who may find it especially challenging to meet their nutritional needs while honoring their body and well-being.
My approach is rooted in curiosity, not judgment. Together, we’ll explore how disordered eating may have developed as a coping tool and how it has evolved over time. At NNN, we focus on gently realigning your relationship with food and your body in ways that feel sustainable, empowering, and flexible within your day-to-day life.
I work with a wide range of other medical conditions and hold a Certificate of training in Adult and Pediatric Obesity from the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
Doug specializes in: Pre-Daibetes, Type 1 and 2 Diabetes, Gestational Diabetes, Weight Management, Bariatics, GLP-1 medication support, PCOS, Cardio-Metabolic conditions, Fatty Liver Disease, Digestive Health, Mindful and Intuitive Eating Behaviors.
I work with a wide range of other medical conditions and hold a Certificate of training in Adult and Pediatric Obesity from the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
Doug specializes in: Pre-Daibetes, Type 1 and 2 Diabetes, Gestational Diabetes, Weight Management, Bariatics, GLP-1 medication support, PCOS, Cardio-Metabolic conditions, Fatty Liver Disease, Digestive Health, Mindful and Intuitive Eating Behaviors.
Are you tired of feeling like you don’t have enough energy to support your busy life? Do you constantly feel bloated or that your body does not look and feel the way it used to? Are you frustrated and overwhelmed by all the misinformation constantly floating around the Internet about nutrition? Are you sick of fad diets or counting calories? Do you have a chronic illness that’s leaving you confused about the best food to fuel your body with? Are you fed up with putting a bandaid over your issues and you are now ready to get to the root cause?
Are you tired of feeling like you don’t have enough energy to support your busy life? Do you constantly feel bloated or that your body does not look and feel the way it used to? Are you frustrated and overwhelmed by all the misinformation constantly floating around the Internet about nutrition? Are you sick of fad diets or counting calories? Do you have a chronic illness that’s leaving you confused about the best food to fuel your body with? Are you fed up with putting a bandaid over your issues and you are now ready to get to the root cause?
I specialize in healthy diet support, weight loss, sports nutrition, wedding nutrition, and medical nutrition therapy (change the diet to help alleviate conditions such as high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, fatty liver, or metabolic syndrome).
My approach to nutrition counseling is a collaboration. No two people are the same so why should the nutrition counseling they receive be one-size-fits-all? We start with what you, the client want to accomplish and where you're at, and this collaboration . The results in a customized plan, making small changes that lead to long lasting results for lifelong health. It's amazing how sometimes the smallest changes make the largest impacts on our life, and I'm here to help you discover the path that gets you to your goal.
I specialize in healthy diet support, weight loss, sports nutrition, wedding nutrition, and medical nutrition therapy (change the diet to help alleviate conditions such as high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, fatty liver, or metabolic syndrome).
My approach to nutrition counseling is a collaboration. No two people are the same so why should the nutrition counseling they receive be one-size-fits-all? We start with what you, the client want to accomplish and where you're at, and this collaboration . The results in a customized plan, making small changes that lead to long lasting results for lifelong health. It's amazing how sometimes the smallest changes make the largest impacts on our life, and I'm here to help you discover the path that gets you to your goal.
I create personalized meal planning, medical nutrition therapy and functional testing protocols to get to the root cause of your ailments and get you feeling like yourself again by helping you strengthen your body in a way that is nourishing, balanced and sustainable for you.
Hi, I’m Kamila Veljkovic, CNS, LDN. I help women reduce fatigue, eliminate bloating, and lose weight by healing the gut, supporting Hashimoto’s remission, and improving their relationship with food. I’m in-network with Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, and UnitedHealthcare. Accepting new clients via telehealth. I specialize in Hashimoto’s, hormone imbalances, and gut health, working with women nationwide, including NJ, NY, CA, TX, MA, CT, MD, MI, AZ, and CO.
I create personalized meal planning, medical nutrition therapy and functional testing protocols to get to the root cause of your ailments and get you feeling like yourself again by helping you strengthen your body in a way that is nourishing, balanced and sustainable for you.
Hi, I’m Kamila Veljkovic, CNS, LDN. I help women reduce fatigue, eliminate bloating, and lose weight by healing the gut, supporting Hashimoto’s remission, and improving their relationship with food. I’m in-network with Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, and UnitedHealthcare. Accepting new clients via telehealth. I specialize in Hashimoto’s, hormone imbalances, and gut health, working with women nationwide, including NJ, NY, CA, TX, MA, CT, MD, MI, AZ, and CO.
Through Medical Nutrition Therapy paired with motivational interviewing techniques, Elisa has helped individuals sustain positive behavior changes and achieve their personal wellness goals.
Coverage for nutrition counseling is available through many health insurance policies and Elisa is a provider for most major health insurances. Elisa's nutrition counseling services are offered onsite at the office or via telehealth phone counseling for your convenience.
Through Medical Nutrition Therapy paired with motivational interviewing techniques, Elisa has helped individuals sustain positive behavior changes and achieve their personal wellness goals.
Coverage for nutrition counseling is available through many health insurance policies and Elisa is a provider for most major health insurances. Elisa's nutrition counseling services are offered onsite at the office or via telehealth phone counseling for your convenience.
My goal is to make it 100% easy for you to follow your specified dietary plan and lifestyle changes to meet your goal. I always review your food likes/dislikes, make necessary changes paying attention to your food likes. I believe that good nutrition is the one that is eaten, good diet plan/lifestyle change is the one that is simple and easy to follow for a long time. I use visuals and measures to bring points home and clear, you don't have to take notes, I do give handouts which you might never have to read because my points are always clear.
My goal is to make it 100% easy for you to follow your specified dietary plan and lifestyle changes to meet your goal. I always review your food likes/dislikes, make necessary changes paying attention to your food likes. I believe that good nutrition is the one that is eaten, good diet plan/lifestyle change is the one that is simple and easy to follow for a long time. I use visuals and measures to bring points home and clear, you don't have to take notes, I do give handouts which you might never have to read because my points are always clear.
Eat well, feel well. As a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, I help people with digestive issues figure out what foods make them feel their healthiest, strongest, and most energized so they can live life to its fullest. I work closely with my patients to identify and overcome barriers to healthy eating, and I personalize each visit to meet the individual needs and preferences of my clients. I love food and so I focus a lot on what to eat and how to make foods taste good.
Eat well, feel well. As a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, I help people with digestive issues figure out what foods make them feel their healthiest, strongest, and most energized so they can live life to its fullest. I work closely with my patients to identify and overcome barriers to healthy eating, and I personalize each visit to meet the individual needs and preferences of my clients. I love food and so I focus a lot on what to eat and how to make foods taste good.
If you're a woman navigating the challenges of perimenopause, menopause, or post-menopause, you might be struggling with hormonal imbalances, body composition changes, or unexpected weight gain. You may also be facing chronic health conditions like heart disease, diabetes, or chronic kidney disease (CKD). Your energy levels might feel depleted, and you could be searching for solutions that fit your unique needs. I understand these challenges because I specialize in addressing them through a personalized and evidence-based approach that integrates nutrition and functional medicine.
If you're a woman navigating the challenges of perimenopause, menopause, or post-menopause, you might be struggling with hormonal imbalances, body composition changes, or unexpected weight gain. You may also be facing chronic health conditions like heart disease, diabetes, or chronic kidney disease (CKD). Your energy levels might feel depleted, and you could be searching for solutions that fit your unique needs. I understand these challenges because I specialize in addressing them through a personalized and evidence-based approach that integrates nutrition and functional medicine.
My clinical experience allows me to counsel for most medical conditions, setting attainable goals that become lifestyle modifications.
In addition to my skills, I strongly believe in ongoing communication with your current health professionals (with written consent). I want to be certain to meet your medical needs and expectations through collaboration with your primary health providers. I also maintain to strict confidentiality quidelines within families unless otherwise specified.
My clinical experience allows me to counsel for most medical conditions, setting attainable goals that become lifestyle modifications.
In addition to my skills, I strongly believe in ongoing communication with your current health professionals (with written consent). I want to be certain to meet your medical needs and expectations through collaboration with your primary health providers. I also maintain to strict confidentiality quidelines within families unless otherwise specified.
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.