Gastrointestinal (GI) Nutritionists and Dietitians in Jackson County, MO

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Elizabeth Arensberg
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LSD
Kansas City, MO 64113
Do unpredictable digestive symptoms make you avoid social outings, your favorite clothes, or even traveling?
Unlike quick-fix solutions, restrictive diets, or one-size-fits-all plans, as a functional dietitian I take a root-cause approach to your digestive health. Together, we uncover what’s truly driving your symptoms and create a personalized lifestyle and nutrition plan tailored to your unique needs.
Do unpredictable digestive symptoms make you avoid social outings, your favorite clothes, or even traveling?
Unlike quick-fix solutions, restrictive diets, or one-size-fits-all plans, as a functional dietitian I take a root-cause approach to your digestive health. Together, we uncover what’s truly driving your symptoms and create a personalized lifestyle and nutrition plan tailored to your unique needs.
(816) 441-3952 View (816) 441-3952
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Joy Lynn Umphrey
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MDA, RDN, LDN, CLT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I help my clients get relief from GI issues such as diarrhea and/or constipation, bloating, abdominal pain, joint pain, and migraines by incorporating both food sensitivity testing and a low FODMAP diet.
I provide MRT - food sensitivity testing combined with incorporating a low FODMAP diet for my clients with gut issues. I also incorporate the use of technology using a Continuous Glucose Meter or Glucometer as well as how to change behaviors with women who want to become their best selves.
I help my clients get relief from GI issues such as diarrhea and/or constipation, bloating, abdominal pain, joint pain, and migraines by incorporating both food sensitivity testing and a low FODMAP diet.
I provide MRT - food sensitivity testing combined with incorporating a low FODMAP diet for my clients with gut issues. I also incorporate the use of technology using a Continuous Glucose Meter or Glucometer as well as how to change behaviors with women who want to become their best selves.
(480) 739-3706 View (480) 739-3706
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Addison Hagge
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LD
2 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64131
Addison is a registered dietitian who works to understand your needs by taking a comprehensive and personalized approach to nutrition therapy. She believes in weight-inclusive care, Health at Every Size, and strives to help her clients find balance with nutrition, movement, and their bodies. You can expect Addison to listen to you, support you, and provide you with the tools to find healing and balance. She will work with you to find ways to achieve your goals and understand the challenges you face. She is devoted to providing you with the most effective and up-to-date nutrition care and information possible.
Addison is a registered dietitian who works to understand your needs by taking a comprehensive and personalized approach to nutrition therapy. She believes in weight-inclusive care, Health at Every Size, and strives to help her clients find balance with nutrition, movement, and their bodies. You can expect Addison to listen to you, support you, and provide you with the tools to find healing and balance. She will work with you to find ways to achieve your goals and understand the challenges you face. She is devoted to providing you with the most effective and up-to-date nutrition care and information possible.
(410) 886-7744 View (410) 886-7744
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Kristin Paver
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LDN
4 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64111
Specialties include Eating disorders, Disordered Eating, Digestive Issues (IBS, IBD), Crohn's, Celiac, Weight Management for Adults/Adolescents, Diabetes, GERD, Allergy Nutrition, PCOS, Cardiovascular Disease, Kidney Disorders, High Blood Pressure, and other conditions.
As a dedicated and compassionate dietitian, Kristin specializes in helping her clients achieve their health and wellness goals through personalized nutrition and lifestyle changes. With a deep understanding that each individual’s dietary needs are unique, she tailors her approach to suit her client’s specific lifestyle, health conditions and goals. Kristin focuses on promoting intuitive eating and fostering a positive relationship with food, helping her clients to listen to their body’s cues and develop a more balanced and mindful approach to eating.
Specialties include Eating disorders, Disordered Eating, Digestive Issues (IBS, IBD), Crohn's, Celiac, Weight Management for Adults/Adolescents, Diabetes, GERD, Allergy Nutrition, PCOS, Cardiovascular Disease, Kidney Disorders, High Blood Pressure, and other conditions.
As a dedicated and compassionate dietitian, Kristin specializes in helping her clients achieve their health and wellness goals through personalized nutrition and lifestyle changes. With a deep understanding that each individual’s dietary needs are unique, she tailors her approach to suit her client’s specific lifestyle, health conditions and goals. Kristin focuses on promoting intuitive eating and fostering a positive relationship with food, helping her clients to listen to their body’s cues and develop a more balanced and mindful approach to eating.
(314) 722-6465 View (314) 722-6465
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Haleigh Mann
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Haleigh is a registered dietitian who is passionate about helping her clients discover their love for food and their bodies. Haleigh provides evidence-based nutrition education and works to empower clients to make realistic changes that work with their unique lifestyles and preferences. Haleigh approaches each client personally and individually. She has an anti-diet, all-foods-fit, trauma-informed approach to care. She enjoys the challenge of working closely with each client to meet their goals and live their best life while building a healthier relationship with food and their body.
Haleigh is a registered dietitian who is passionate about helping her clients discover their love for food and their bodies. Haleigh provides evidence-based nutrition education and works to empower clients to make realistic changes that work with their unique lifestyles and preferences. Haleigh approaches each client personally and individually. She has an anti-diet, all-foods-fit, trauma-informed approach to care. She enjoys the challenge of working closely with each client to meet their goals and live their best life while building a healthier relationship with food and their body.
(640) 209-4955 View (640) 209-4955
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Clarified Nutrition LLC
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LD
Serves Area
I help women struggling with PCOS, irregular periods, weight gain, low energy/fatigue, acne, fertility concerns, and mood issues increase energy, balance hormones, and feel confident in their bodies. My clients have a history of struggling to lose weight and trying allll the diets. They often first see success, but then stop making progress and become frustrated that their efforts aren't producing results. They have a history of irregular periods or PCOS and other providers have recommended birth control and weight loss but weight loss is difficult , and birth control is not the long term solution they want.
I help women struggling with PCOS, irregular periods, weight gain, low energy/fatigue, acne, fertility concerns, and mood issues increase energy, balance hormones, and feel confident in their bodies. My clients have a history of struggling to lose weight and trying allll the diets. They often first see success, but then stop making progress and become frustrated that their efforts aren't producing results. They have a history of irregular periods or PCOS and other providers have recommended birth control and weight loss but weight loss is difficult , and birth control is not the long term solution they want.
(913) 246-4912 View (913) 246-4912
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RD2GO Dietitians
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, RDN, LD
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Our dietitians specialize in a variety of areas: Lydia: menopause/perimenopause, maternal health (prenatal, postpartum, breastfeeding), and plant-based diets Rachel: gut health, food allergies, functional nutrition, truck drivers, and eating disorders Rebecca: weight management, bariatric surgery, intuitive eating and eating disorders
At RD2GO, our expert dietitians help busy individuals reach their health goals, whether that be weight loss, chronic disease management, macro/micronutrient meal planning, sports performance, or women's health-related. Nutrition care should be simple, accessible, and personalized. So, we're doing things a little differently by offering evening, weekend, and telehealth visit options (covered by most insurances). Meet with a registered dietitian who will truly get to the bottom of your concerns and help you build a plan forward!
Our dietitians specialize in a variety of areas: Lydia: menopause/perimenopause, maternal health (prenatal, postpartum, breastfeeding), and plant-based diets Rachel: gut health, food allergies, functional nutrition, truck drivers, and eating disorders Rebecca: weight management, bariatric surgery, intuitive eating and eating disorders
At RD2GO, our expert dietitians help busy individuals reach their health goals, whether that be weight loss, chronic disease management, macro/micronutrient meal planning, sports performance, or women's health-related. Nutrition care should be simple, accessible, and personalized. So, we're doing things a little differently by offering evening, weekend, and telehealth visit options (covered by most insurances). Meet with a registered dietitian who will truly get to the bottom of your concerns and help you build a plan forward!
(417) 807-2461 View (417) 807-2461
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Nourished with Sarah
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN LDN
Serves Area
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist at Nourished with Sarah located at BeyondWell KC in Leawood, Kansas (USA). Providing medical nutrition therapy and nutrition counseling for those with eating disorders or disordered eating, and those with chronic illness or other nutrition concerns. Practice philosophy is from a Health-At-Every-Size, weight-inclusive approach. Telehealth is offered as well as in-office appointments. Licensed in Missouri and Kansas (USA).
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist at Nourished with Sarah located at BeyondWell KC in Leawood, Kansas (USA). Providing medical nutrition therapy and nutrition counseling for those with eating disorders or disordered eating, and those with chronic illness or other nutrition concerns. Practice philosophy is from a Health-At-Every-Size, weight-inclusive approach. Telehealth is offered as well as in-office appointments. Licensed in Missouri and Kansas (USA).
(913) 513-4540 View (913) 513-4540

Online Dietitians and Nutritionists

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Kansas City Dietitian Collective
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN
Kansas City, MO 64116
This can be managing eating habits, GI issues including reflux, gastroparesis, fructose malabsorption, IBS, SIBO, auto-immunity, or general health concerns like managing cholesterol and blood pressure.
We are a one-stop shop with practitioners specialized in every area from IBS, and the Low FODMAP diet, to diabetes, pediatric nutrition and osteoporosis. Whatever you are looking for help with, we likely have a practitioner that will be a perfect fit for you!
This can be managing eating habits, GI issues including reflux, gastroparesis, fructose malabsorption, IBS, SIBO, auto-immunity, or general health concerns like managing cholesterol and blood pressure.
We are a one-stop shop with practitioners specialized in every area from IBS, and the Low FODMAP diet, to diabetes, pediatric nutrition and osteoporosis. Whatever you are looking for help with, we likely have a practitioner that will be a perfect fit for you!
(816) 203-0973 View (816) 203-0973
Gastrointestinal (GI) Nutritionists and Dietitians

What is gut health?

Gut health refers to the overall functioning and well-being of the gastrointestinal (GI) system. Key to gut health is the gut microbiome, which is the collection of healthy bacteria living in the gut. These bacteria are essential for the digestion and breakdown of food, and their health significantly impacts digestion. Poor gut health can result in symptoms such as bloating, gas, diarrhea, constipation, and general abdominal discomfort, which may indicate imbalances or issues with the gut microbiome.

Can diet help with GI issues?

Diet plays a major role in gut health, and changes in diet can often reduce or eliminate some of the symptoms associated with gastrointestinal (GI) issues. Often, GI distress is due to food intolerances or sensitivities, such as gluten sensitivity or lactose intolerance. In these cases, eliminating the problematic foods from the diet can resolve the issue. GI problems can also stem from a combination of environmental or genetic factors, such as in the case of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Disruptions in the gut microbiome, such as those caused by taking antibiotics, can also lead to GI issues. In both scenarios, maintaining a balanced diet as much as possible with foods that support a healthy microbiome—such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and probiotic foods—can often significantly reduce symptoms and improve gut health.

What are the best foods for gut health?

Maintaining a balanced microbiome is essential for gut health, and this is best achieved through a varied diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and probiotic foods. Fruits and vegetables provide essential nutrients and fiber, which nourish the beneficial bacteria in the gut. Probiotic foods, which are those that contain live bacteria, are also great for gut health. Consuming probiotic foods and drinks, such as yogurt, kefir, kombucha, and tempeh, can help support the microbiome by contributing to the diversity of bacteria within the gut.

When should I see a dietitian for GI issues?

Many people can benefit from seeing a dietitian for GI issues. In general, most dietitians are knowledgeable about what foods support gut health and may help clients choose foods that support a healthy GI system, such as fruits and vegetables high in fiber or foods high in probiotics. Dietitians may be especially beneficial to clients with known gastrointestinal concerns, such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). For clients diagnosed with these or similar conditions, dietitians can help clients identify food triggers and develop a meal plan for the client that minimizes symptoms. Dietitians may also work with clients who are having gastrointestinal distress (such as bloating, gas, constipation, diarrhea, etc.) but are not aware of the cause of their symptoms. In such cases, dietitians may be able to help the client identify the cause of the GI distress and coordinate with other medical professionals to help the client better manage their symptoms.