Food Allergy Nutritionists and Dietitians in Orange County, NC
As a non-diet, Health at Every Size aligned dietitian, I enjoy working with individuals who want to better their lives through dietary and lifestyle changes. I've seen the positive effects of eating to nourish body and mind and the negative effects when clients are not meeting their nutrition needs. Working with clients to develop a plan to help meet their needs, often reducing physical and mental stress, is a passion of mine. We discuss individualized goals that work within the bounds of a person's lifestyle and preferences.
As a non-diet, Health at Every Size aligned dietitian, I enjoy working with individuals who want to better their lives through dietary and lifestyle changes. I've seen the positive effects of eating to nourish body and mind and the negative effects when clients are not meeting their nutrition needs. Working with clients to develop a plan to help meet their needs, often reducing physical and mental stress, is a passion of mine. We discuss individualized goals that work within the bounds of a person's lifestyle and preferences.
We provide support around Eating Disorders, Eating Concerns, Embodiment, Nutrition for Substance Use Recovery, Nutrition for Mental Health, Nutrition for Competitive & Recreational Athletes, Chronic Health Concerns, and Gestational, Hormonal & Reproductive health. Nutritious Thoughts is a team of compassion-centered dietitians located in North Carolina and virtually across the nation! We practice under the philosophy that humans of all body sizes, shapes, & abilities are worthy of care. We strive to create an authentic human experience through connection & creating positive relationships with food.
We provide support around Eating Disorders, Eating Concerns, Embodiment, Nutrition for Substance Use Recovery, Nutrition for Mental Health, Nutrition for Competitive & Recreational Athletes, Chronic Health Concerns, and Gestational, Hormonal & Reproductive health. Nutritious Thoughts is a team of compassion-centered dietitians located in North Carolina and virtually across the nation! We practice under the philosophy that humans of all body sizes, shapes, & abilities are worthy of care. We strive to create an authentic human experience through connection & creating positive relationships with food.
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.
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.
As an integrative and functional dietitian nutritionist, I partner with you to determine specific nutrition solutions and support for ailments such as gastrointestinal disorders like IBS, chronic migraines, cancer, diabetes, obesity, autoimmune disorders, thyroid issues, cardiovascular challenges, ADD, PCOS and of course, food allergies, intolerances, and hypersensitivities.
As an integrative and functional dietitian nutritionist, I partner with you to determine specific nutrition solutions and support for ailments such as gastrointestinal disorders like IBS, chronic migraines, cancer, diabetes, obesity, autoimmune disorders, thyroid issues, cardiovascular challenges, ADD, PCOS and of course, food allergies, intolerances, and hypersensitivities.
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.
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.
Online Dietitians and Nutritionists
As a registered dietitian, I specialize in working with women who are ready to feel their best—whether that means As a registered dietitian, I specialize in working with women who are ready to feel their best—whether that means navigating post-menopause, improving metabolic health, or simply feeling more confident in their skin. I frequently support clients managing high cholesterol, prediabetes or diabetes, high blood pressure, and IBS. Many of the women I work with are on a wellness journey that includes weight loss, but more importantly, they’re seeking lasting lifestyle changes that support energy, confidence, and longevity.
As a registered dietitian, I specialize in working with women who are ready to feel their best—whether that means As a registered dietitian, I specialize in working with women who are ready to feel their best—whether that means navigating post-menopause, improving metabolic health, or simply feeling more confident in their skin. I frequently support clients managing high cholesterol, prediabetes or diabetes, high blood pressure, and IBS. Many of the women I work with are on a wellness journey that includes weight loss, but more importantly, they’re seeking lasting lifestyle changes that support energy, confidence, and longevity.
Nutrition 4 You - Lori Ragsdale RD,LDN,CLT
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN, CLT
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Are you confused by all of the nutrition information out there? I can help you to decipher fact from fiction. I am a Registered and Licensed Dietitian who specializes in working with clients to see that eating healthy food has a great impact on their health. I provide personalized nutritional therapy for clients that have a wide range health and medical conditions. I have over 15 years of experience in a variety of areas from pediatric to geriatric. I prefer a holistic approach to eating that supports whole foods and strives to encourage clients to make practical lifestyle changes.
Are you confused by all of the nutrition information out there? I can help you to decipher fact from fiction. I am a Registered and Licensed Dietitian who specializes in working with clients to see that eating healthy food has a great impact on their health. I provide personalized nutritional therapy for clients that have a wide range health and medical conditions. I have over 15 years of experience in a variety of areas from pediatric to geriatric. I prefer a holistic approach to eating that supports whole foods and strives to encourage clients to make practical lifestyle changes.
Reverse Type 2 Diabetes-Lower your Cholesterol-Reduce Bodyfat-Fix Gut Issues. Less Reliance on Medications. I am a registered dietitian (RD), functional nutritionist and sports nutritionist. I will design a program that is realistic and fits your lifestyle. No pre-made or fad diets but a plan specifically designed for your best health and energy! Whether you want to improve your health and athletic performance or have specific health issues, I look at the root cause and not just managing the symptoms.
Reverse Type 2 Diabetes-Lower your Cholesterol-Reduce Bodyfat-Fix Gut Issues. Less Reliance on Medications. I am a registered dietitian (RD), functional nutritionist and sports nutritionist. I will design a program that is realistic and fits your lifestyle. No pre-made or fad diets but a plan specifically designed for your best health and energy! Whether you want to improve your health and athletic performance or have specific health issues, I look at the root cause and not just managing the symptoms.
I am a Registered Dietitian with a breadth of experience for over 20 years. I have been licensed to practice dietetics in NC since 1999. I believe in providing evidence based, scientifically proven nutritional counseling. I have worked in a variety of capacities including acute care clinical nutrition, outpatient oncology (cancer care) consulting, public health education and classroom instruction. I am passionate about helping people learn about healthy eating and loving it.
I am a Registered Dietitian with a breadth of experience for over 20 years. I have been licensed to practice dietetics in NC since 1999. I believe in providing evidence based, scientifically proven nutritional counseling. I have worked in a variety of capacities including acute care clinical nutrition, outpatient oncology (cancer care) consulting, public health education and classroom instruction. I am passionate about helping people learn about healthy eating and loving it.
I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Cultural Nutritionist who helps individuals and families improve their health while honoring their cultural foods and traditions. I provide compassionate, personalized nutrition counseling with a focus on food as medicine, chronic disease prevention and management, and building sustainable, realistic habits.
I specialize in working with clients from multicultural communities who may not feel fully seen or understood in traditional healthcare settings. My approach is supportive, non-judgmental, and tailored to your lifestyle, not restrictive diets.
I offer virtual services.
I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Cultural Nutritionist who helps individuals and families improve their health while honoring their cultural foods and traditions. I provide compassionate, personalized nutrition counseling with a focus on food as medicine, chronic disease prevention and management, and building sustainable, realistic habits.
I specialize in working with clients from multicultural communities who may not feel fully seen or understood in traditional healthcare settings. My approach is supportive, non-judgmental, and tailored to your lifestyle, not restrictive diets.
I offer virtual services.
My ideal client is often overwhelmed by conflicting health advice and the "all or nothing" mindset. Whether you are navigating the complexities of a GI disorder, managing diabetes, or fueling for athletic performance, you want clarity and a sustainable way to feel your best without constant restriction.
I bridge the gap between science and your daily life, providing evidence-based strategies for pediatric nutrition and chronic disease management. My goal is to help you build a joyful relationship with food and gain the confidence to achieve your health goals.
My ideal client is often overwhelmed by conflicting health advice and the "all or nothing" mindset. Whether you are navigating the complexities of a GI disorder, managing diabetes, or fueling for athletic performance, you want clarity and a sustainable way to feel your best without constant restriction.
I bridge the gap between science and your daily life, providing evidence-based strategies for pediatric nutrition and chronic disease management. My goal is to help you build a joyful relationship with food and gain the confidence to achieve your health goals.
I enjoy working with both individuals and groups to discover new ways to meet their goals, on topics including heart disease, diabetes, reducing inflammation, PCOS or uncovering the mysteries of the food label and the grocery store. I am determined to show others how easy it can be to incorporate whole foods in the processed environment in which we live. I know first hand how challenging meal planning and meal preparation can be especially with working full time and having two school aged children to balance the every day time restraints.
I enjoy working with both individuals and groups to discover new ways to meet their goals, on topics including heart disease, diabetes, reducing inflammation, PCOS or uncovering the mysteries of the food label and the grocery store. I am determined to show others how easy it can be to incorporate whole foods in the processed environment in which we live. I know first hand how challenging meal planning and meal preparation can be especially with working full time and having two school aged children to balance the every day time restraints.
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.
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.
Welcome! I’m Amanda (she/her), one of the registered dietitians at Redefined Nutrition. I specialize in helping individuals with ADHD/Autism navigate the challenges they face with eating and nourishing their bodies, as it can often feel like one more thing to juggle. Distractions, sensory sensitivities, and inconsistent eating habits make things like meal planning and staying on track feel like a constant struggle. As a neurodivergent dietitian, I understand these challenges firsthand. Managing nutrition isn’t just about food—it’s about understanding how your unique brain works and finding ways to make eating less overwhelming.
Welcome! I’m Amanda (she/her), one of the registered dietitians at Redefined Nutrition. I specialize in helping individuals with ADHD/Autism navigate the challenges they face with eating and nourishing their bodies, as it can often feel like one more thing to juggle. Distractions, sensory sensitivities, and inconsistent eating habits make things like meal planning and staying on track feel like a constant struggle. As a neurodivergent dietitian, I understand these challenges firsthand. Managing nutrition isn’t just about food—it’s about understanding how your unique brain works and finding ways to make eating less overwhelming.
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.
Summerfield Custom Wellness is a nutrition counseling practice of Registered Dietitians, specializing in the intersection of integrative, clinical, and functional approaches that take all aspects of lifestyle into consideration. Our team of 20 passionate Registered Dietitians have different overlapping and complementary specialties. This means that we can help almost anyone who contacts us whether it is for weight loss, relationship with food, digestive discomfort, chronic disease management, food allergies, or other special diets. Currently accepting new patients for virtual appointments (zoom), only.
Summerfield Custom Wellness is a nutrition counseling practice of Registered Dietitians, specializing in the intersection of integrative, clinical, and functional approaches that take all aspects of lifestyle into consideration. Our team of 20 passionate Registered Dietitians have different overlapping and complementary specialties. This means that we can help almost anyone who contacts us whether it is for weight loss, relationship with food, digestive discomfort, chronic disease management, food allergies, or other special diets. Currently accepting new patients for virtual appointments (zoom), only.
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.
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.
Food Allergy Nutritionists and Dietitians
What does it mean to have a food allergy?
A food allergy occurs when the body's immune system mistakenly identifies a specific food as a threat and mounts an immune response against it. The severity of food allergies can vary widely, ranging from mild reactions, such as hives or stomach discomfort, to severe cases like anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening condition characterized by a whole-body immune response that can cause symptoms such as swelling of the throat and difficulty breathing. While mild symptoms often resolve on their own, severe reactions may require emergency medical intervention. In such cases, epinephrine is commonly administered to relax the airway muscles and facilitate breathing.
Can a food allergy be cured?
There is little evidence to suggest that food allergies can be cured, and those with severe allergies are often guided to always take significant precaution when consuming foods that could potentially contain or be cross-contaminated with a major allergen. That said, food allergies are more common in children, and many allergies are actually outgrown as a child ages and develops a more robust immune system. Recent research has also suggested that exposure to certain common allergen foods, such as peanuts, early in childhood can reduce the risk the child goes on to develop an allergy to that food in their adult life.
How do I know if I have a food allergy?
Individuals can identify a food allergy by recognizing symptoms that appear after consuming a specific food. Common symptoms of food allergies include hives, itchy skin or mouth, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, and difficulty breathing. These symptoms usually occur immediately after eating the allergenic food, although in rare cases, they can develop more slowly.
How can a dietitian help someone with a food allergy?
Dietitians play a crucial role in assisting individuals with food allergies, especially those with multiple allergies that complicate their ability to maintain a balanced diet. They can help ensure that clients receive all essential nutrients while avoiding foods that could trigger severe allergic reactions. Dietitians are also knowledgeable about which foods pose a high risk of cross-contamination and can advise on strategies to prevent accidental exposure. Additionally, dietitians can help distinguish between food allergies and food intolerances—two related but distinct conditions. Food allergies involve an immune response, while intolerances typically involve digestive issues. Accurate diagnosis of these conditions enables clients to make informed decisions about symptom management and dietary choices.