Sports Nutrition Nutritionists and Dietitians in Jefferson County, MO
I am a registered dietitian (RD) passionate about going beyond conventional nutrition counseling to place a strong emphasis on fostering a positive and healing relationship with food. Understanding that each individual's journey is unique, I tailor nutrition guidance to empower clients to make choices that align with their body's needs and preferences. I prioritize integrating trauma-informed principles into every interaction due to the profound impact that trauma can have on one's relationship with food. I work to create a safe and supportive space for clients to explore their nutritional needs with sensitivity and understanding.
I am a registered dietitian (RD) passionate about going beyond conventional nutrition counseling to place a strong emphasis on fostering a positive and healing relationship with food. Understanding that each individual's journey is unique, I tailor nutrition guidance to empower clients to make choices that align with their body's needs and preferences. I prioritize integrating trauma-informed principles into every interaction due to the profound impact that trauma can have on one's relationship with food. I work to create a safe and supportive space for clients to explore their nutritional needs with sensitivity and understanding.
Online Dietitians and Nutritionists
As a registered dietitian, I specialize in intuitive eating by teaching individuals to give up the diet mentality and start focusing on incorporating all foods into their diet. I also use this same philosophy among the athletes I work with and those struggling with eating disorders and disordered eating. I teach my clients to empower themselves to start saying yes to foods instead of no. Changing the way we eat is a lifestyle change but it doesn’t have to be radical either. Nutrition does not have to be difficult, but somehow we have made eating food very confusing.
As a registered dietitian, I specialize in intuitive eating by teaching individuals to give up the diet mentality and start focusing on incorporating all foods into their diet. I also use this same philosophy among the athletes I work with and those struggling with eating disorders and disordered eating. I teach my clients to empower themselves to start saying yes to foods instead of no. Changing the way we eat is a lifestyle change but it doesn’t have to be radical either. Nutrition does not have to be difficult, but somehow we have made eating food very confusing.
I am a Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist with over 10 years of experience. I specialize in working with clients who struggle with eating disorders, athletes looking to harness the power of nutrition without falling into obsession, those who are sick of the cycle of dieting and body hate, or anyone who is simply unsure how to fuel their body while navigating the confusing nutrition and food messaging in our society today.
I am a Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist with over 10 years of experience. I specialize in working with clients who struggle with eating disorders, athletes looking to harness the power of nutrition without falling into obsession, those who are sick of the cycle of dieting and body hate, or anyone who is simply unsure how to fuel their body while navigating the confusing nutrition and food messaging in our society today.
I’m a registered dietitian with a virtual private practice that supports individuals struggling with eating disorders, chronic dieting, and body image issues - for the folx I work with, food feels hard. I strive to create a safe, judgement-free space for all individuals to share and process their experiences - my style is warm, accessible, and not without humor. I regularly integrate nutrition science with body-based (somatic) practices and therapeutic coaching to help my clients learn to nourish themselves from the bottom up, with confidence. Please visit my website for more details.
I’m a registered dietitian with a virtual private practice that supports individuals struggling with eating disorders, chronic dieting, and body image issues - for the folx I work with, food feels hard. I strive to create a safe, judgement-free space for all individuals to share and process their experiences - my style is warm, accessible, and not without humor. I regularly integrate nutrition science with body-based (somatic) practices and therapeutic coaching to help my clients learn to nourish themselves from the bottom up, with confidence. Please visit my website for more details.
I also work with clients on body image, fitness, sports nutrition, intuitive eating, weight management, medical conditions requiring dietary modification and postoperative bariatric surgery diets.
I can also assist you with meal planning, grocery shopping, practice dining out, and incorporating challenge foods. I focus on helping people change their relationship to food by emphasizing balance, variety and moderation within the framework of “neutralizing” food. Emphasizing no “good” or “bad” food.
I also work with clients on body image, fitness, sports nutrition, intuitive eating, weight management, medical conditions requiring dietary modification and postoperative bariatric surgery diets.
I can also assist you with meal planning, grocery shopping, practice dining out, and incorporating challenge foods. I focus on helping people change their relationship to food by emphasizing balance, variety and moderation within the framework of “neutralizing” food. Emphasizing no “good” or “bad” food.
McDaniel Nutrition has 6 registered dietitians on staff who specialize in weight & chronic disease management, gut health, sports nutrition, eating disorders, maternal wellness, general health and wellness and corporate wellness.
We believe you deserve to lead a life of empowered health based on your personal wisdom, experience, values. We commit to walk beside you in your personal health journey with support that is grounded in evidence, respect and a true understanding of your goals. Our team of registered dietitians trade hype for science-backed wisdom and personal experience. We exchange perfection-seeking plans for simple, human insights. And most importantly, we believe that personal growth can only come when we are curious and compassionate.
McDaniel Nutrition has 6 registered dietitians on staff who specialize in weight & chronic disease management, gut health, sports nutrition, eating disorders, maternal wellness, general health and wellness and corporate wellness.
We believe you deserve to lead a life of empowered health based on your personal wisdom, experience, values. We commit to walk beside you in your personal health journey with support that is grounded in evidence, respect and a true understanding of your goals. Our team of registered dietitians trade hype for science-backed wisdom and personal experience. We exchange perfection-seeking plans for simple, human insights. And most importantly, we believe that personal growth can only come when we are curious and compassionate.
Sports Nutrition Nutritionists and Dietitians
What is sports nutrition?
Sports nutrition refers to the strategic approach athletes use to optimize their dietary intake for performance. While the term often highlights the nutrition consumed immediately before, during, or after an athletic event—such as drinking an electrolyte beverage during a marathon—it also encompasses an athlete's everyday eating habits that support their performance. Sports nutrition also often encompasses an athlete's hydration strategy and/or any dietary supplements they may take on a regular basis.
Does insurance cover sports nutrition sessions?
In general, most insurances will not cover sports nutrition sessions. This is because many insurances require that the client receives a referral from a primary care physician and/or meets specific diagnostic criteria to cover a dietitian session. Since many athletes seeking nutrition counseling are looking to improve performance, as opposed to treating an underlying medical condition, the requirements put forth by insurance companies for coverage are often not met in the case of sports nutrition sessions. That said, some clients may be eligible for insurance coverage if they have a specific medical concern that also impacts their sports nutrition, such as an eating disorder or diabetes.
What happens in a sports nutrition session?
Nutrition professionals specializing in sports nutrition have expertise in the unique dietary requirements of athletes, such as the increased need for carbohydrates to fuel training sessions. They can recommend targeted nutrition strategies to support athletic performance and help develop personalized nutrition plans, whether for specific athletic events or general nutritional needs. They might also suggest specific recipes or meal plans that align with the athlete's dietary requirements. Additionally, dietitians often have athletes maintain a nutrition diary, which they review to ensure the athletes are meeting their caloric and nutritional goals.
Do athletes see dietitians?
While athletes may decide to see a dietitian for a variety of reasons, seeing a dietitian may be particularly helpful for young athletes who are new to navigating performance nutrition, as well as for high-performance or professional athletes who are looking for ways to maximize their performance. Additionally, athletes with specific dietary constraints or those following specific diets, such as veganism, often work with dietitians to ensure they receive all necessary nutrients. Athletes typically seek counseling from dietitians who specialize in sports nutrition, and often those with expertise in their specific sport. This specialization allows the dietitian to tailor dietary recommendations to support the athlete’s specific type of sport, whether it involves endurance, sprinting, or other activities.