Weight Loss/Weight Management Nutritionists and Dietitians in Cabarrus County, NC

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Joy Metevier
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MSN, RDN, LD
3 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28202
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.
(410) 873-9844 View (410) 873-9844
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Megan Watson
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MA, RD, LDN
Holly Springs, NC 27540
At Loop Nutrition, our motto is “Change your life without changing it”. What we mean by that is we take your long-term wellness goals and break them down into small, impactful steps to get you there. We avoid uprooting your existing lifestyle; instead, we seamlessly integrate sustainable changes that become a natural part of your daily routine. Our approach is about fostering a positive relationship with food and creating lasting habits that lead to sustainable results.
At Loop Nutrition, our motto is “Change your life without changing it”. What we mean by that is we take your long-term wellness goals and break them down into small, impactful steps to get you there. We avoid uprooting your existing lifestyle; instead, we seamlessly integrate sustainable changes that become a natural part of your daily routine. Our approach is about fostering a positive relationship with food and creating lasting habits that lead to sustainable results.
(984) 309-3826 View (984) 309-3826
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Melissa Teel
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN, MS
Southern Pines, NC 28387
Some of my top specialties are digestion (IBS, SIBO, Celiac, Ulcerative Colitis, Crohns), weight loss, diabetes (types 1, 2, & gestational), child feeding, Autism, prenatal & postnatal nutrition, breastfeeding, PCOS, menopause, & fertility nutrition.
Do you have a health challenge that you've struggled to overcome...even with medical help? Sometimes it seems like achieving great digestion, hormone balance, and high energy may be impossible to achieve...and that prospect can be daunting. As a Dietitian Nutritionist with additional expertise in Functional Medicine, I approach healthcare differently. I find and address root causes, provide individualized, realistic plans, and support you along your journey. The result is healthcare actually makes you healthier.
Some of my top specialties are digestion (IBS, SIBO, Celiac, Ulcerative Colitis, Crohns), weight loss, diabetes (types 1, 2, & gestational), child feeding, Autism, prenatal & postnatal nutrition, breastfeeding, PCOS, menopause, & fertility nutrition.
Do you have a health challenge that you've struggled to overcome...even with medical help? Sometimes it seems like achieving great digestion, hormone balance, and high energy may be impossible to achieve...and that prospect can be daunting. As a Dietitian Nutritionist with additional expertise in Functional Medicine, I approach healthcare differently. I find and address root causes, provide individualized, realistic plans, and support you along your journey. The result is healthcare actually makes you healthier.
(910) 665-8543 View (910) 665-8543
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Theresa Renee Saltsgaver
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN
Online Only
Whether you’re seeking help with healthy weight loss, prediabetes, gestational diabetes, diabetes management, chronic disease management, or preventative care to slow disease progression, I am here to help.
​​Are you struggling with your weight? Have you been diagnosed with prediabetes or gestational diabetes? Have you been diagnosed with high cholesterol or high blood pressure? ​ No matter what stage of life you are in, nutrition plays an important role in your health, and I am here to help. I am licensed in WV and NC and taking new clients via online Telehealth appointments.
Whether you’re seeking help with healthy weight loss, prediabetes, gestational diabetes, diabetes management, chronic disease management, or preventative care to slow disease progression, I am here to help.
​​Are you struggling with your weight? Have you been diagnosed with prediabetes or gestational diabetes? Have you been diagnosed with high cholesterol or high blood pressure? ​ No matter what stage of life you are in, nutrition plays an important role in your health, and I am here to help. I am licensed in WV and NC and taking new clients via online Telehealth appointments.
(919) 823-3077 View (919) 823-3077
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Sarah White
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN
Online Only
My ideal clients are individuals seeking support for heart disease, diabetes, and overall wellness. They often want practical ways to improve their health but feel unsure where to start or how to create lasting habits. I provide evidence-based, personalized nutrition guidance that helps clients better understand their health conditions and how lifestyle changes can improve outcomes. Together, we develop realistic strategies that fit their lifestyle, empowering them to take ownership of their health and create sustainable, positive change.
My ideal clients are individuals seeking support for heart disease, diabetes, and overall wellness. They often want practical ways to improve their health but feel unsure where to start or how to create lasting habits. I provide evidence-based, personalized nutrition guidance that helps clients better understand their health conditions and how lifestyle changes can improve outcomes. Together, we develop realistic strategies that fit their lifestyle, empowering them to take ownership of their health and create sustainable, positive change.
(980) 704-0297 View (980) 704-0297
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Melissa Horstman
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN
2 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28204
Melissa's specialties include eating disorders, disordered eating, HAES, intuitive eating, mindful eating, habituation, weight management, behavioral health nutrition, healthy aging, and general nutrition.
Melissa is a dedicated Registered Dietitian who strives to build rapport with her clients and fully understand their nutritional challenges and needs while fostering a positive relationship with food and self-kindness. She enjoys helping others achieve positive changes in their mental and physical health through nutrition counseling and education. Melissa is particularly passionate about working with individuals struggling with eating disorders, disordered eating, and the connection between nutrition and mental health.
Melissa's specialties include eating disorders, disordered eating, HAES, intuitive eating, mindful eating, habituation, weight management, behavioral health nutrition, healthy aging, and general nutrition.
Melissa is a dedicated Registered Dietitian who strives to build rapport with her clients and fully understand their nutritional challenges and needs while fostering a positive relationship with food and self-kindness. She enjoys helping others achieve positive changes in their mental and physical health through nutrition counseling and education. Melissa is particularly passionate about working with individuals struggling with eating disorders, disordered eating, and the connection between nutrition and mental health.
(312) 374-5399 View (312) 374-5399
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Rima Kleiner
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN, IFNCP, CLT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I help busy people who are struggling with low energy, stubborn weight loss, bloating and other GI issues, food allergies/sensitivities, high blood sugar and cholesterol and hormone and metabolic imbalances.
As a functional and integrated Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist, I help busy people who are struggling with low energy, stubborn weight, bloating and other GI issues, food sensitivities and metabolic and hormone imbalances feel energized throughout the day, lose weight without dieting and, ultimately, live fully doing the things they love.
I help busy people who are struggling with low energy, stubborn weight loss, bloating and other GI issues, food allergies/sensitivities, high blood sugar and cholesterol and hormone and metabolic imbalances.
As a functional and integrated Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist, I help busy people who are struggling with low energy, stubborn weight, bloating and other GI issues, food sensitivities and metabolic and hormone imbalances feel energized throughout the day, lose weight without dieting and, ultimately, live fully doing the things they love.
(336) 814-9706 x1 View (336) 814-9706 x1
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Ashley Jarvis
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN
Holly Springs, NC 27540
Ashley has been a practicing Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) for over ten years and a pilates teacher for nearly fifteen years. Her greatest passion and profound privilege is to witness the power of functional nutrition and movement in her client’s health.
Ashley has been a practicing Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) for over ten years and a pilates teacher for nearly fifteen years. Her greatest passion and profound privilege is to witness the power of functional nutrition and movement in her client’s health.
(919) 525-3799 View (919) 525-3799
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Megan Byrd
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LDN
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28211
She has experience in PCOS, infertility, prenatal/postpartum nutrition, anti-inflammatory diets, picky eating in children, blood pressure and cholesterol management, cardiovascular health, weight management, diabetes, food sensitivities, vegan/vegetarian diets, and overall wellness.
Megan provides personalized, evidence-based nutrition counseling for PCOS, infertility, prenatal/postpartum nutrition, anti-inflammatory diets, picky eating, blood pressure, cholesterol, cardiovascular health, weight management, diabetes, food sensitivities, vegan/vegetarian diets, and overall wellness.
She has experience in PCOS, infertility, prenatal/postpartum nutrition, anti-inflammatory diets, picky eating in children, blood pressure and cholesterol management, cardiovascular health, weight management, diabetes, food sensitivities, vegan/vegetarian diets, and overall wellness.
Megan provides personalized, evidence-based nutrition counseling for PCOS, infertility, prenatal/postpartum nutrition, anti-inflammatory diets, picky eating, blood pressure, cholesterol, cardiovascular health, weight management, diabetes, food sensitivities, vegan/vegetarian diets, and overall wellness.
(346) 572-9634 View (346) 572-9634
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Erica Blackburn
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LDN, MS
Online Only
Erica’s ideal clients are individuals seeking support with weight management, digestive health, and building a healthier relationship with food.
Erica specializes in obesity and weight management and is training as a Digestive Health Specialist. She helps clients build sustainable eating habits, improve their relationship with food, and create personalized nutrition strategies that support long-term health and wellness.
Erica’s ideal clients are individuals seeking support with weight management, digestive health, and building a healthier relationship with food.
Erica specializes in obesity and weight management and is training as a Digestive Health Specialist. She helps clients build sustainable eating habits, improve their relationship with food, and create personalized nutrition strategies that support long-term health and wellness.
(980) 552-8334 View (980) 552-8334
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Jordan DeBoard
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LDN, CEDS
Online Only
Hi, I’m Jordan! I’m a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist, and I work with adults (18+) in North Carolina who are ready to find healing and freedom with food and their bodies. While I specialize in eating disorder recovery, I also support people navigating PCOS and other hormonal concerns, diabetes, sports nutrition, and intuitive eating.
Hi, I’m Jordan! I’m a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist, and I work with adults (18+) in North Carolina who are ready to find healing and freedom with food and their bodies. While I specialize in eating disorder recovery, I also support people navigating PCOS and other hormonal concerns, diabetes, sports nutrition, and intuitive eating.
(828) 457-8851 View (828) 457-8851
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Rhya Pachin
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN, CLT
Online Only
Looking for relief from chronic health conditions and a deeper level of nutritional support? Struggling to get answers? My focus is to identify and address the root cause of symptoms in order to help you achieve optimal health.
Looking for relief from chronic health conditions and a deeper level of nutritional support? Struggling to get answers? My focus is to identify and address the root cause of symptoms in order to help you achieve optimal health.
(704) 761-7796 View (704) 761-7796
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Anna Lor
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN
Fayetteville, NC 28304
Whether you want more energy, better performance, weight management, or a healthier relationship with food, I offer personalized plans and one-on-one counseling tailored to your goals.
You’re here because you’re ready for a change, but with all the conflicting advice out there, it’s hard to know where to start. Maybe you’re struggling with low energy, inconsistent eating habits, or balancing your health goals with a busy life. I’m here to help you cut through the noise and create a personalized plan that works for you. Together, we’ll build sustainable habits that fit your lifestyle, whether it’s feeling more energized, improving performance, or simply finding joy in food again. You deserve to feel confident, supported, and in control of your health—and I’m here to guide you every step of the way.
Whether you want more energy, better performance, weight management, or a healthier relationship with food, I offer personalized plans and one-on-one counseling tailored to your goals.
You’re here because you’re ready for a change, but with all the conflicting advice out there, it’s hard to know where to start. Maybe you’re struggling with low energy, inconsistent eating habits, or balancing your health goals with a busy life. I’m here to help you cut through the noise and create a personalized plan that works for you. Together, we’ll build sustainable habits that fit your lifestyle, whether it’s feeling more energized, improving performance, or simply finding joy in food again. You deserve to feel confident, supported, and in control of your health—and I’m here to guide you every step of the way.
(910) 597-4190 View (910) 597-4190
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Nicole Mobley
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LD
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hi, I'm Nicole Mobley! I am a Registered Dietitian and owner of Nutrition with Nicky. As an insurance-based provider, I ensure accessible care, making it easier for clients to prioritize their well-being. Most clients are covered 100% with not out of pocket costs. I am committed to empowering lasting change, while focusing on practical real-life solutions that promote balance.
Hi, I'm Nicole Mobley! I am a Registered Dietitian and owner of Nutrition with Nicky. As an insurance-based provider, I ensure accessible care, making it easier for clients to prioritize their well-being. Most clients are covered 100% with not out of pocket costs. I am committed to empowering lasting change, while focusing on practical real-life solutions that promote balance.
(980) 340-4516 View (980) 340-4516
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MB Hynek Nutrition
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN
Winston Salem, NC 27106
I provide expert guidance in weight management, pre-diabetes and diabetes care, blood pressure and cholesterol management, nutrition support for menopause, digestive health, disease prevention, sports performance, and more.
My goal is to empower people to build healthy, balanced lifestyles while genuinely enjoying the foods they eat. I believe that nutrition is one of the most powerful tools for preventing disease and promoting lifelong wellness. Rather than focusing on restrictions, I emphasize the abundance of nourishing, delicious foods that can enhance both health and quality of life. My approach is centered on providing expert guidance and unwavering support, making the path to better health both achievable and sustainable.
I provide expert guidance in weight management, pre-diabetes and diabetes care, blood pressure and cholesterol management, nutrition support for menopause, digestive health, disease prevention, sports performance, and more.
My goal is to empower people to build healthy, balanced lifestyles while genuinely enjoying the foods they eat. I believe that nutrition is one of the most powerful tools for preventing disease and promoting lifelong wellness. Rather than focusing on restrictions, I emphasize the abundance of nourishing, delicious foods that can enhance both health and quality of life. My approach is centered on providing expert guidance and unwavering support, making the path to better health both achievable and sustainable.
(336) 360-6146 View (336) 360-6146
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Samantha Siegel
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MPH, RDN, LDN
Online Only
Struggling to juggle work, life, and still find time to eat well? You’re not alone. Many of my clients are busy professionals who want to feel better, have more energy, and build healthier habits - but need a plan that fits real life. As someone who’s worked 100-hour weeks in finance, I understand that balance isn’t easy. My goal is to help you find a balanced approach to nutrition, without the extremes - through realistic, sustainable changes that fit your lifestyle and last long term.
Struggling to juggle work, life, and still find time to eat well? You’re not alone. Many of my clients are busy professionals who want to feel better, have more energy, and build healthier habits - but need a plan that fits real life. As someone who’s worked 100-hour weeks in finance, I understand that balance isn’t easy. My goal is to help you find a balanced approach to nutrition, without the extremes - through realistic, sustainable changes that fit your lifestyle and last long term.
(980) 377-2647 View (980) 377-2647
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Gina Marie Gilchrist
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN
Charlotte, NC 28227
Specialties include pediatric and adolescent weight management; meal planning; motivational interviewing; adult nutrition; non-fad approach
Gina Gilchrist is a Registered Dietitian with 24 years of experience in varied settings, including outpatient nutrition counseling, nutrition health coaching/private practice, research, and corporate health. Gina’s passion is counseling pediatric and adolescent patients and their families, however, she also enjoys and has experience working with adults and seniors. She loves to wear many hats and utilizes her creativity in the field as she has presented on various nutrition topics for colleagues, communities, and corporations. She enjoys writing and upheld a nutrition column in Silent Sports Magazine while residing in Chicago.
Specialties include pediatric and adolescent weight management; meal planning; motivational interviewing; adult nutrition; non-fad approach
Gina Gilchrist is a Registered Dietitian with 24 years of experience in varied settings, including outpatient nutrition counseling, nutrition health coaching/private practice, research, and corporate health. Gina’s passion is counseling pediatric and adolescent patients and their families, however, she also enjoys and has experience working with adults and seniors. She loves to wear many hats and utilizes her creativity in the field as she has presented on various nutrition topics for colleagues, communities, and corporations. She enjoys writing and upheld a nutrition column in Silent Sports Magazine while residing in Chicago.
(704) 327-0257 View (704) 327-0257
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Avance Nutrition
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN, CDCES
Charlotte, NC 28204
Individual specialties include chronic disease management (diabetes, heart disease, gastrointestinal disease, etc.), weight management, emotional eating and eating disorders, and family nutrition (pediatrics).
At Avance Care Nutrition, our highest priority is your health and well-being. Partner with one of our dietitians and your healthcare team to meet your health and wellness goals. We can partner with you to: reach a healthier weight without deprivation with a personalized, flexible lifestyle and eating plan, improve your relationship with food and your body, learn to listen to your body’s cues for hunger and fullness, reduce your risk for developing chronic conditions like heart disease or manage chronic conditions, like diabetes and high blood pressure, with fewer medications.
Individual specialties include chronic disease management (diabetes, heart disease, gastrointestinal disease, etc.), weight management, emotional eating and eating disorders, and family nutrition (pediatrics).
At Avance Care Nutrition, our highest priority is your health and well-being. Partner with one of our dietitians and your healthcare team to meet your health and wellness goals. We can partner with you to: reach a healthier weight without deprivation with a personalized, flexible lifestyle and eating plan, improve your relationship with food and your body, learn to listen to your body’s cues for hunger and fullness, reduce your risk for developing chronic conditions like heart disease or manage chronic conditions, like diabetes and high blood pressure, with fewer medications.
(984) 789-5087 View (984) 789-5087
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Mandy Huffman Nix
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN
Morganton, NC 28655
Whether you are seeking weight management, blood sugar control, discovering the root cause of GI distress, addressing food sensitivities, or meal planning, my passion is helping you achieve your wellness goals and to feel your best.
Through diet recall, nutrition testing, counseling, addressing food-related symptoms, and pinpointing nutrition-related issues we will develop an individualized nutrition plan to help you live your best life.
Whether you are seeking weight management, blood sugar control, discovering the root cause of GI distress, addressing food sensitivities, or meal planning, my passion is helping you achieve your wellness goals and to feel your best.
Through diet recall, nutrition testing, counseling, addressing food-related symptoms, and pinpointing nutrition-related issues we will develop an individualized nutrition plan to help you live your best life.
(828) 439-0724 View (828) 439-0724
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Rachel Murray
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, CSSD, CSCS, LD
Charlotte, NC 28209
I help people build a healthier relationship with food while also meeting their real-life nutrition needs and goals. My approach is grounded in science, but always uniquely tailored to fit the needs of my clients - no one-size-fits-all solution. Sessions are collaborative and judgment-free, and I tailor strategies to your schedule, preferences, culture, and budget so they are realistic and sustainable. While I specialize in athletes and active individuals of all ages, my skills extend to serve a wide variety of nutrition needs. My goal is for you to leave our sessions feeling more confident, informed, and empowered.
I help people build a healthier relationship with food while also meeting their real-life nutrition needs and goals. My approach is grounded in science, but always uniquely tailored to fit the needs of my clients - no one-size-fits-all solution. Sessions are collaborative and judgment-free, and I tailor strategies to your schedule, preferences, culture, and budget so they are realistic and sustainable. While I specialize in athletes and active individuals of all ages, my skills extend to serve a wide variety of nutrition needs. My goal is for you to leave our sessions feeling more confident, informed, and empowered.
(980) 449-2310 View (980) 449-2310
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.