Weight Loss/Weight Management Nutritionists and Dietitians in Macomb County, MI
I currently run my own nutrition consulting business called Eat Well Age Well Nutrition where I help clients identify the root cause of their health conditions and provide nutritional protocols to address their issues. I want to support people in healthy and graceful aging by targeting inflammation and barriers in the body such as the gut and the brain. Clients who want to prevent cognitive decline and who believe that food and lifestyle are keys to longevity are most welcome. Certifications include: Nutrition Therapy Practitioner (2 yr-600 hrs), Natural Foods Chef, Certified Autoimmune Paleo, and Certified Gluten Practitioner.
I currently run my own nutrition consulting business called Eat Well Age Well Nutrition where I help clients identify the root cause of their health conditions and provide nutritional protocols to address their issues. I want to support people in healthy and graceful aging by targeting inflammation and barriers in the body such as the gut and the brain. Clients who want to prevent cognitive decline and who believe that food and lifestyle are keys to longevity are most welcome. Certifications include: Nutrition Therapy Practitioner (2 yr-600 hrs), Natural Foods Chef, Certified Autoimmune Paleo, and Certified Gluten Practitioner.
I help clients with plant-based nutrition, PCOS, weight loss, insulin resistance, prediabetes, heart disease, and more.
I offer 1 on 1 nutrition counseling. When you work with me, we'll do a nutrition assessment which includes a review of your diet, health history, and lifestyle habits. Then we'll create a personalized plan together. I'll provide you with the knowledge, strategies, clarity, & support you need to achieve your health goals.
I help clients with plant-based nutrition, PCOS, weight loss, insulin resistance, prediabetes, heart disease, and more.
I offer 1 on 1 nutrition counseling. When you work with me, we'll do a nutrition assessment which includes a review of your diet, health history, and lifestyle habits. Then we'll create a personalized plan together. I'll provide you with the knowledge, strategies, clarity, & support you need to achieve your health goals.
Whether it is preventing or improving a medical diagnosis, nutritional guidance for your child, weight management, or feeling better by improving food-related symptoms, you’re in the right place.
Nourished Living LLC was created with YOU in mind; you are here because you are looking to be an active participant in your health journey. Our Registered Dietitians will create DOABLE nutrition plans based on your unique needs; otherwise, what’s the point? Let’s work together to help you meet your goals in a safe and realistic way.
Whether it is preventing or improving a medical diagnosis, nutritional guidance for your child, weight management, or feeling better by improving food-related symptoms, you’re in the right place.
Nourished Living LLC was created with YOU in mind; you are here because you are looking to be an active participant in your health journey. Our Registered Dietitians will create DOABLE nutrition plans based on your unique needs; otherwise, what’s the point? Let’s work together to help you meet your goals in a safe and realistic way.
I specialize in eating disorders/disordered eating, emotional eating, diabetes or pre-diabetes, general health, heart health, sports & performance nutrition, chronic kidney disease, IBS, gut health, thyroid disorders, weight stabilization, weight loss medications, tube feeding (EN), total parenteral nutrition (TPN), and cancer.
I understand that life’s challenges are complex and unique to each individual. Busy schedules, limited nutrition resources, and complicated relationships with food are just some of the many factors that contribute to failed diet and lifestyle changes. I’m here to help you establish a healthy relationship with food and guide you through the connection between mind, body, and spirit to accomplish your goals. I firmly believe that wellness is a dynamic process of change and growth, “a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease“.
I specialize in eating disorders/disordered eating, emotional eating, diabetes or pre-diabetes, general health, heart health, sports & performance nutrition, chronic kidney disease, IBS, gut health, thyroid disorders, weight stabilization, weight loss medications, tube feeding (EN), total parenteral nutrition (TPN), and cancer.
I understand that life’s challenges are complex and unique to each individual. Busy schedules, limited nutrition resources, and complicated relationships with food are just some of the many factors that contribute to failed diet and lifestyle changes. I’m here to help you establish a healthy relationship with food and guide you through the connection between mind, body, and spirit to accomplish your goals. I firmly believe that wellness is a dynamic process of change and growth, “a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease“.
For over 30 years I’ve worked with clients and patients to help them reach their health and wellness goals. Combining years of Lifestyle Medicine expertise, with specialties in Integrative and Functional Medicine, Brain Health Coaching, Metabolic Nutrition and Medicine and Emotional Healing Techniques, we work together to create a Personalized Health and Wellness program specifically for you whether you just need a quick reset, or need a more extensive program for healing. In functional medicine we work on the individual body system imbalances to find the root cause and correct them to support optimal health.
For over 30 years I’ve worked with clients and patients to help them reach their health and wellness goals. Combining years of Lifestyle Medicine expertise, with specialties in Integrative and Functional Medicine, Brain Health Coaching, Metabolic Nutrition and Medicine and Emotional Healing Techniques, we work together to create a Personalized Health and Wellness program specifically for you whether you just need a quick reset, or need a more extensive program for healing. In functional medicine we work on the individual body system imbalances to find the root cause and correct them to support optimal health.
Online Dietitians and Nutritionists
I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist who practices out of Health Loft helping clients whom have PCOS, interests in Pre/PostPartum nutrition, Gestational Diabetes, Diabetes, or Weight Management.
Specialities include working with clients that currently have PCOS, Pre/PostPartum nutrition, Gestational Diabetes, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Disease, Kidney Disease, Weight Management, Hormonal Imbalances, Thyroid Issues, Low Fodmap, Disordered Eating, High Blood Pressure, IBD, IBS, GI Conditions, Infertility Nutrition.
I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist who practices out of Health Loft helping clients whom have PCOS, interests in Pre/PostPartum nutrition, Gestational Diabetes, Diabetes, or Weight Management.
Specialities include working with clients that currently have PCOS, Pre/PostPartum nutrition, Gestational Diabetes, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Disease, Kidney Disease, Weight Management, Hormonal Imbalances, Thyroid Issues, Low Fodmap, Disordered Eating, High Blood Pressure, IBD, IBS, GI Conditions, Infertility Nutrition.
I have invested hundreds of hours in advanced training in adverse food reactions, weight management, polycystic ovary syndrome, longevity and the aging process and Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative processes.
Functional Medicine is individualized medicine that assesses clients for their unique biochemistry, physiology, environment, genetics and history. No two people are alike so the interventions are tailored to the individual. The objective is to restore function and balance. Food is medicine and food is first.
I have invested hundreds of hours in advanced training in adverse food reactions, weight management, polycystic ovary syndrome, longevity and the aging process and Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative processes.
Functional Medicine is individualized medicine that assesses clients for their unique biochemistry, physiology, environment, genetics and history. No two people are alike so the interventions are tailored to the individual. The objective is to restore function and balance. Food is medicine and food is first.
Maybe you're considering bariatric surgery or want to try weight loss again on your own.
Meet with me from the comfort of your own home - contact me today and let's get started! Weight management is hard, but with proper support, accountability, and a health professional using evidence based strategies, you can succeed!
Maybe you're considering bariatric surgery or want to try weight loss again on your own.
Meet with me from the comfort of your own home - contact me today and let's get started! Weight management is hard, but with proper support, accountability, and a health professional using evidence based strategies, you can succeed!
Joy is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with more than 15 years of experience, primarily serving as a dietitian for the U.S. Army. Her clinical background centers on eating disorders, and she’s passionate about helping clients define their own values around food, weight, and movement. She also facilitates eating-disorder recovery support groups through the National Alliance for Eating Disorders, supporting individuals and families throughout recovery.
Joy is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with more than 15 years of experience, primarily serving as a dietitian for the U.S. Army. Her clinical background centers on eating disorders, and she’s passionate about helping clients define their own values around food, weight, and movement. She also facilitates eating-disorder recovery support groups through the National Alliance for Eating Disorders, supporting individuals and families throughout recovery.
Do you want to prevent heart disease or prevent a heart attack? Do you need to lower your cholesterol, blood pressure or your triglycerides? Do you need to lower your A1c? Do you want to feel better and live a longer, healthier life? I would love to help you!
Do you want to prevent heart disease or prevent a heart attack? Do you need to lower your cholesterol, blood pressure or your triglycerides? Do you need to lower your A1c? Do you want to feel better and live a longer, healthier life? I would love to help you!
Weight Loss/Weight Management Nutritionists and Dietitians
Why is nutrition important for weight loss?
Dietitians often identify diet and exercise as the two key factors in achieving weight loss goals. To lose weight, individuals must consume fewer calories than they expend, making a supportive diet essential. Foods that are satiating, such as the healthy fats found in nuts or fish like salmon, can help keep individuals full longer and reduce overall intake. In contrast, foods high in sugar and refined carbohydrates are quickly burned by the body and can lead to excessive caloric intake. These examples highlight the importance of overall nutrition choices, beyond just calorie counting, in weight loss. Additionally, a well-balanced diet can help reduce symptoms of conditions associated with obesity or being overweight, such as high blood sugar and hypertension.
What diet is best for weight loss?
There is no single best diet for weight loss; instead, dietitians often advocate for adopting overall lifestyle changes that support sustainable weight loss rather than extreme, short-term diets. Generally, dietary changes that include more plant-based foods and those low in added sugars and saturated fats are recommended. One example of such a diet is the Mediterranean-style diet, which emphasizes whole grains, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and lean sources of animal protein. Specific dietary patterns may also be tailored to the client's underlying health conditions. For instance, individuals with hypertension or high cholesterol might benefit from the DASH diet (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension), which focuses on heart-healthy foods.
What foods should I avoid for weight loss?
When aiming for weight loss, dietitians generally advise against consuming high-calorie and highly-processed foods, such as fried foods, fatty meats, sugar-rich desserts or baked goods, refined carbohydrates like white bread, and candy. Additionally, beverages such as sodas and high-calorie coffee drinks can negatively impact weight loss goals. Instead, nutrition professionals recommend incorporating foods that contribute to satiety and overall health, including fruits and vegetables, lean proteins, healthy fats, and whole grains. Focusing on adding these nutrient-dense foods, instead of taking away certain foods, can support a healthier lifestyle and help individuals both meet their nutritional needs while also achieving their weight loss goals.
How can a dietitian help with weight loss?
Dietitians assist with weight loss by helping clients develop and implement lifestyle changes, including dietary modifications and exercise routines, that support sustained weight management. They will work with clients to create personalized weight loss plans and hold them accountable for meeting their goals. Dietitians may also address the psychological aspects of weight loss, promoting positive self-esteem and self-worth. Many encourage clients to keep a food diary or journal to track their diet and provide ongoing guidance as the client makes the recommended lifestyle changes. Additionally, dietitians may coordinate with other healthcare professionals, such as medical doctors, to address any underlying health conditions, such as diabetes.