Sports Nutrition Nutritionists and Dietitians in Sanford, NC

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Joanna Amstelveen
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, CSSD, LDN
Sanford, NC 27332
A recent study showed that the average American has gained 16 pounds during COVID. With each unhealthy increase in BMI you are likely not feeling your best and are putting yourself at risk for chronic diseases. If you are having trouble keeping a healthy weight and unsure of what to eat? Maybe you feel like you are doing everything right, but still aren't seeing the results you want. If you have tried "diets" but find yourself frustrated, let's try a different approach.
A recent study showed that the average American has gained 16 pounds during COVID. With each unhealthy increase in BMI you are likely not feeling your best and are putting yourself at risk for chronic diseases. If you are having trouble keeping a healthy weight and unsure of what to eat? Maybe you feel like you are doing everything right, but still aren't seeing the results you want. If you have tried "diets" but find yourself frustrated, let's try a different approach.
(904) 204-8453 View (904) 204-8453

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Monika Vicario
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN, CLC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a dedicated and compassionate holistic dietitian who finds immense joy in helping clients enhance their health and nutrition habits. My passion lies in harnessing the power of nutrition to benefit body and health. Meeting clients where they are in life and implementing sustainable, feasible changes for long-term success is a priority of mine. As a military spouse, I understands the challenges of finding time to nourish oneself and am determined to setting her clients up for success.
I am a dedicated and compassionate holistic dietitian who finds immense joy in helping clients enhance their health and nutrition habits. My passion lies in harnessing the power of nutrition to benefit body and health. Meeting clients where they are in life and implementing sustainable, feasible changes for long-term success is a priority of mine. As a military spouse, I understands the challenges of finding time to nourish oneself and am determined to setting her clients up for success.
(984) 276-2968 View (984) 276-2968
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Sports-Nutritionist.com
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, CSSD, LDN
1 Endorsed
Apex, NC 27502
I am a sports nutritionist and functional dietitian with 25+ years of experience helping athletes maximize performance and health. I work with: triathletes, Olympic contenders, pro football, hockey, and basketball. Runners and cyclists, endurance and ultra-endurance racers young and masters athletes. I create individualized plans to build lean muscle, reduce body fat, improve endurance and recovery, support hydration and injury prevention, and fine-tune fueling strategies. Whether you’re chasing a podium finish or simply want to feel and perform your best, I’ll help you get there with proven, practical guidance.
I am a sports nutritionist and functional dietitian with 25+ years of experience helping athletes maximize performance and health. I work with: triathletes, Olympic contenders, pro football, hockey, and basketball. Runners and cyclists, endurance and ultra-endurance racers young and masters athletes. I create individualized plans to build lean muscle, reduce body fat, improve endurance and recovery, support hydration and injury prevention, and fine-tune fueling strategies. Whether you’re chasing a podium finish or simply want to feel and perform your best, I’ll help you get there with proven, practical guidance.
(984) 213-5293 View (984) 213-5293
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Nurtured Nutrition
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN
Online Only
Allisa specializes in women’s health and infant nutrition, supporting clients through some of life’s most transformative stages. She works with women through preconception, pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond. She is especially passionate about supporting breastfeeding mothers, whether they are looking to optimize their own nutrition, navigate elimination diets, or feel more confident nourishing themselves during this important season. Allisa also works closely with families during infancy and early childhood. She provides support for infant growth, formula selection and transition to purees and solids.
Allisa specializes in women’s health and infant nutrition, supporting clients through some of life’s most transformative stages. She works with women through preconception, pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond. She is especially passionate about supporting breastfeeding mothers, whether they are looking to optimize their own nutrition, navigate elimination diets, or feel more confident nourishing themselves during this important season. Allisa also works closely with families during infancy and early childhood. She provides support for infant growth, formula selection and transition to purees and solids.
(508) 941-8268 View (508) 941-8268
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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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Barbara Lewin, RDN, CSSD, LDN
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, CSSD, LDN
Apex, NC 27502
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.
(239) 319-4080 View (239) 319-4080
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Lindsey McKeon
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MA, CEDRD, LDN
Online Only
If you struggle with a complicated relationship with food—whether through restriction, bingeing, or constant stress about eating—you may feel frustrated and overwhelmed. For more than 20 years, I’ve walked alongside people just like you who want freedom from food rules, guilt, and shame. What you really want is peace: to feel confident eating without second-guessing, to trust your body, and to focus on living your life rather than battling your plate. Your goal may be better health, but also to rebuild confidence, self-compassion, and balance in a way that lasts.
If you struggle with a complicated relationship with food—whether through restriction, bingeing, or constant stress about eating—you may feel frustrated and overwhelmed. For more than 20 years, I’ve walked alongside people just like you who want freedom from food rules, guilt, and shame. What you really want is peace: to feel confident eating without second-guessing, to trust your body, and to focus on living your life rather than battling your plate. Your goal may be better health, but also to rebuild confidence, self-compassion, and balance in a way that lasts.
(980) 400-7908 View (980) 400-7908
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Willande Unelus
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MA, RD, LDN, CHN
Online Only
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.
(984) 223-5735 View (984) 223-5735
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Anne Till Nutrition Group
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MNutr, RDN, LDN
Serves Area
The Dietitians / Nutritionists at Anne Till Consulting LLC, are passionate about helping their clients achieve their health and wellness goals. We provide a highly individualized educational process that will equip you to understand your body, medical condition, and how nutrition and lifestyle behaviors can impact your health. We create individualized meal plans for each of our clients. We provided ongoing education, monitoring and support as you take the journey to better health and achieve your goals. We will help you to make healthy eating easy and delicious, so that this process is enjoyable and readily becomes a way of life.
The Dietitians / Nutritionists at Anne Till Consulting LLC, are passionate about helping their clients achieve their health and wellness goals. We provide a highly individualized educational process that will equip you to understand your body, medical condition, and how nutrition and lifestyle behaviors can impact your health. We create individualized meal plans for each of our clients. We provided ongoing education, monitoring and support as you take the journey to better health and achieve your goals. We will help you to make healthy eating easy and delicious, so that this process is enjoyable and readily becomes a way of life.
(919) 351-8877 View (919) 351-8877

Online Dietitians and Nutritionists

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Cheryl Buckley
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, CDN, MBA , LDN, MS
Charlotte, NC 28210
I help individuals overcome dysfunction in their bodies from a holistic approach. I specifically target gut health, look at your lifestyle, nutrition, symptoms, and imbalances in your body, and create a personalized nutrition plan to help improve your overall well-being. Please visit my website for more information. Https://www.cherylbuckley.com
I help individuals overcome dysfunction in their bodies from a holistic approach. I specifically target gut health, look at your lifestyle, nutrition, symptoms, and imbalances in your body, and create a personalized nutrition plan to help improve your overall well-being. Please visit my website for more information. Https://www.cherylbuckley.com
(704) 665-0042 View (704) 665-0042
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Summerfield Custom Wellness
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MPH, RD, LDN
Online 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.
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.
(910) 218-9283 View (910) 218-9283
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Ruby Oak Nutrition
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MPH, RD, LDN
Raleigh, NC 27601
We're a group of 10 expert dietitians who specialize in intuitive eating, chronic disease management, eating disorders diabetes, sports nutrition, and perinatal nutrition.
During the nutrition counseling process, we take time to learn each client's unique preferences, goals, and lifestyles. We understand that every client is different, so we never hand out cookie-cutter meal plans and we don't believe in food rules.
We're a group of 10 expert dietitians who specialize in intuitive eating, chronic disease management, eating disorders diabetes, sports nutrition, and perinatal nutrition.
During the nutrition counseling process, we take time to learn each client's unique preferences, goals, and lifestyles. We understand that every client is different, so we never hand out cookie-cutter meal plans and we don't believe in food rules.
(984) 689-1802 View (984) 689-1802
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Annie Kelly
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MPH, RD, LDN
Raleigh, NC 27613
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.
(984) 230-1154 View (984) 230-1154
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Kelly Diamond
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN
Charlotte, NC 28277
Are you tired of trying different diets in hopes it will help you reach your goals? Staying in the same cycle only to have an outcome of defeat? My approach is to get you out of that comfort zone and coach you to a healthier lifestyle with no pills, no shakes, and focus on FOOD first. I can test your metabolism with science based technology and customize a nutrition plan that will fit YOUR lifestyle and won't defeat you! I invite you to a NEW health journey, whether weight loss or nutritional/clinical needs, WE will meet your GOALS!
Are you tired of trying different diets in hopes it will help you reach your goals? Staying in the same cycle only to have an outcome of defeat? My approach is to get you out of that comfort zone and coach you to a healthier lifestyle with no pills, no shakes, and focus on FOOD first. I can test your metabolism with science based technology and customize a nutrition plan that will fit YOUR lifestyle and won't defeat you! I invite you to a NEW health journey, whether weight loss or nutritional/clinical needs, WE will meet your GOALS!
(617) 855-6890 View (617) 855-6890
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Grace Greenfield
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MPH, RDN, LDN
1 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27707
I am a registered dietitian who specializes in nutrition therapy for the treatment of disordered eating and eating disorders. My clients often feel overwhelmed with confusing food messages and food rules, leaving them unsure what to eat.
I am a registered dietitian who specializes in nutrition therapy for the treatment of disordered eating and eating disorders. My clients often feel overwhelmed with confusing food messages and food rules, leaving them unsure what to eat.
(704) 931-5804 View (704) 931-5804
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MentPhys Wellness PLLC
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN
Online Only
As a registered dietitian with a specialization in sports nutrition, eating disorders, and weight management, I am deeply passionate about helping individuals build a healthier relationship with food and their bodies.
I recognize that food is more than fuel—it’s a central part of our daily lives and emotional experience. That’s why I am equally dedicated to supporting individuals struggling with disordered eating patterns or seeking a balanced approach to weight management.
As a registered dietitian with a specialization in sports nutrition, eating disorders, and weight management, I am deeply passionate about helping individuals build a healthier relationship with food and their bodies.
I recognize that food is more than fuel—it’s a central part of our daily lives and emotional experience. That’s why I am equally dedicated to supporting individuals struggling with disordered eating patterns or seeking a balanced approach to weight management.
(919) 283-4349 View (919) 283-4349
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Rima Kleiner
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN, IFNCP, CLT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
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.
(336) 814-9706 x1 View (336) 814-9706 x1
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Melissa Horstman
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN
2 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28204
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 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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Nutritious Thoughts, LLC
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN, CEDS-C
Cary, NC 27511
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.
(828) 348-5822 View (828) 348-5822
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Emily Paeth
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN
3 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28204
Emily also sees clients with PCOS, Allergies, Sports Nutrition, and other areas.
Emily practices out of Health Loft and specializes in working with Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Plant Based Diets, Digestive Issues, Body Image Concerns and other conditions. She strongly believes that all foods fit and strives to help clients in their food freedom journey. Using a weight neutral and non-judgemental approach, Emily believes that health is multifactorial and will work to see you as a person, rather than a diagnosis. Emily has spent the majority of her career in higher levels of care for eating disorder treatment (RES, PHP, IOP) treating various eating disorders diagnoses.
Emily also sees clients with PCOS, Allergies, Sports Nutrition, and other areas.
Emily practices out of Health Loft and specializes in working with Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Plant Based Diets, Digestive Issues, Body Image Concerns and other conditions. She strongly believes that all foods fit and strives to help clients in their food freedom journey. Using a weight neutral and non-judgemental approach, Emily believes that health is multifactorial and will work to see you as a person, rather than a diagnosis. Emily has spent the majority of her career in higher levels of care for eating disorder treatment (RES, PHP, IOP) treating various eating disorders diagnoses.
(754) 325-3311 View (754) 325-3311
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.