Nutrition Counseling Nutritionists and Dietitians in Hazlet, NJ
As a dietitian for over 20 years, I have helped a wide range of clients from pediatrics to geriatrics. I have specialized in bariatrics (weight loss surgery- sleeve, bypass, lap band) for over 10 years and encourage long term follow up to ensure lasting success. I believe in the medicinal value of food and focus my efforts on the inclusion verse the exclusion of foods. Although changing ones eating habits can be challenging, dietary changes should not cause stress or feelings of deprivation. My goal is to help my clients adjust their food choices to achieve their health goals safely and have published bariatric meal prep book.
As a dietitian for over 20 years, I have helped a wide range of clients from pediatrics to geriatrics. I have specialized in bariatrics (weight loss surgery- sleeve, bypass, lap band) for over 10 years and encourage long term follow up to ensure lasting success. I believe in the medicinal value of food and focus my efforts on the inclusion verse the exclusion of foods. Although changing ones eating habits can be challenging, dietary changes should not cause stress or feelings of deprivation. My goal is to help my clients adjust their food choices to achieve their health goals safely and have published bariatric meal prep book.
Do you love a family meal and can't find the time or easy meals to keep your family home for dinner? Or are you tired of FAD diets aka "False Affects of Dieting? Barbara, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), and Fellow of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, helps build a healthier you ...one meal at a time! She works with corporations and busy parents who want to become their own "MVP" restoring more quality time, energy and vitality by making healthier food choices that also taste great! Barbara will guide you through food choices for Moderation, Variety and Planning to improve health and achieve a healthier weight.
Do you love a family meal and can't find the time or easy meals to keep your family home for dinner? Or are you tired of FAD diets aka "False Affects of Dieting? Barbara, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), and Fellow of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, helps build a healthier you ...one meal at a time! She works with corporations and busy parents who want to become their own "MVP" restoring more quality time, energy and vitality by making healthier food choices that also taste great! Barbara will guide you through food choices for Moderation, Variety and Planning to improve health and achieve a healthier weight.
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Hi! I'm Jenna! Your food-loving, diet hating, Registered Dietitian and online nutrition coach. I am the CEO of Happy Strong Healthy, a virtual weight neutral, behavior focused, health first nutrition coaching practice built on the foundation that food, nutrition and wellness should not be a cause of stress in your life. I believe that food should make you feel good, eating should be fun and learning how to nourish your body forever, should be on your to-do list. With our team of registered dietitians our main goal for every person we speak with is to help them quit dieting forever and fall in love with the way food makes them feel.
Hi! I'm Jenna! Your food-loving, diet hating, Registered Dietitian and online nutrition coach. I am the CEO of Happy Strong Healthy, a virtual weight neutral, behavior focused, health first nutrition coaching practice built on the foundation that food, nutrition and wellness should not be a cause of stress in your life. I believe that food should make you feel good, eating should be fun and learning how to nourish your body forever, should be on your to-do list. With our team of registered dietitians our main goal for every person we speak with is to help them quit dieting forever and fall in love with the way food makes them feel.
My ideal client is engaged and ready to participate. I’m patient and happy to take the time to build trust and collaboration, but I prefer working with people who want to do the work and communicate. I hope to meet clients with varied nutrition needs who understand that change takes time.
My ideal client is engaged and ready to participate. I’m patient and happy to take the time to build trust and collaboration, but I prefer working with people who want to do the work and communicate. I hope to meet clients with varied nutrition needs who understand that change takes time.
Accepting clients in New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Missouri. I have an office option in Missouri. I specializing in diabetes management, blood sugar stability, and weight concerns.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by blood sugar spikes, food rules, or inconsistent results — you’re not alone. I specialize in helping adults with type 2 diabetes, prediabetes, and weight-related health issues gain confidence in their eating habits, lower their A1C, and feel better after meals — no strict diets required.
My approach is realistic, flexible, and rooted in evidence.
Accepting clients in New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Missouri. I have an office option in Missouri. I specializing in diabetes management, blood sugar stability, and weight concerns.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by blood sugar spikes, food rules, or inconsistent results — you’re not alone. I specialize in helping adults with type 2 diabetes, prediabetes, and weight-related health issues gain confidence in their eating habits, lower their A1C, and feel better after meals — no strict diets required.
My approach is realistic, flexible, and rooted in evidence.
You have tried every diet, and you are not eating because of your chronic disease; you have to avoid certain foods; you are scared!! You want to take control of your health and manage your chronic health issues; you want to keep your blood sugar in the target range to prevent the onset of type 2 diabetes or manage your current diagnosis. No matter what you eat, you are bloated and gassy with digestive discomfort. If that sounds like you, then I am here to help. I am a compassionate dietitian that will work with you to alleviate those fears through virtual or in-person nutrition coaching and counselling.
You have tried every diet, and you are not eating because of your chronic disease; you have to avoid certain foods; you are scared!! You want to take control of your health and manage your chronic health issues; you want to keep your blood sugar in the target range to prevent the onset of type 2 diabetes or manage your current diagnosis. No matter what you eat, you are bloated and gassy with digestive discomfort. If that sounds like you, then I am here to help. I am a compassionate dietitian that will work with you to alleviate those fears through virtual or in-person nutrition coaching and counselling.
Jenna is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Specialist in Sport Dietetics. She focuses on fueling for exercise/athletic performance, health, and weight management. She utilizes a food first approach and recommends supplements as needed to fill in micronutrient gaps. She builds individualized nutrition plans for weight management, and body composition changes. She provides a judgement free zone where you can feel comfortable to share your goals, current dietary practices, and exercise regimen. Jenna believes there are no healthy and unhealthy, good or bad foods, rather every day foods and every now and then foods.
Jenna is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Specialist in Sport Dietetics. She focuses on fueling for exercise/athletic performance, health, and weight management. She utilizes a food first approach and recommends supplements as needed to fill in micronutrient gaps. She builds individualized nutrition plans for weight management, and body composition changes. She provides a judgement free zone where you can feel comfortable to share your goals, current dietary practices, and exercise regimen. Jenna believes there are no healthy and unhealthy, good or bad foods, rather every day foods and every now and then foods.
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Champion Athletes Sports Nutrition programs are some of the most successful programs in the country. Clients from all over the country have been coming to our offices or using our online program to help them achieve their goals. We offer a holistic and fully customized approach taking into consideration our clients food preferences, training habits, sport, position, body composition and level of physical and mental development.. Every one of our clients receives a personal evaluation and 24/7 support and coaching. Unlike most practices which cater to adult clients.
Champion Athletes Sports Nutrition programs are some of the most successful programs in the country. Clients from all over the country have been coming to our offices or using our online program to help them achieve their goals. We offer a holistic and fully customized approach taking into consideration our clients food preferences, training habits, sport, position, body composition and level of physical and mental development.. Every one of our clients receives a personal evaluation and 24/7 support and coaching. Unlike most practices which cater to adult clients.
Stephanie is a Registered Dietitian with over 11 years of experience helping individuals manage their health through nutrition. Stephanie promotes individualized care, focusing on nutrition education, behavior change, and promoting health in a sustainable way. Stephanie enjoys connecting with her clients and developing a plan together that will work for their life and aligns with their goals.
Stephanie is a Registered Dietitian with over 11 years of experience helping individuals manage their health through nutrition. Stephanie promotes individualized care, focusing on nutrition education, behavior change, and promoting health in a sustainable way. Stephanie enjoys connecting with her clients and developing a plan together that will work for their life and aligns with their goals.
I offer 1-on-1 and family/group nutrition counseling, education, & meal planning.
My goal is to improve my client’s health and livelihood through food alone. With the rapid increase in obesity throughout the country, more and more people are resorting to medications, quick fixes, or fad diets to resolve their associated comorbidities or get rid of excess weight, which are neither sustainable nor realistic. My goal is to minimize that quick fix approach and need for medications to manage a chronic condition, and instead create long lasting eating habits that will result in sustained weight loss, better disease management, and a longer life.
I offer 1-on-1 and family/group nutrition counseling, education, & meal planning.
My goal is to improve my client’s health and livelihood through food alone. With the rapid increase in obesity throughout the country, more and more people are resorting to medications, quick fixes, or fad diets to resolve their associated comorbidities or get rid of excess weight, which are neither sustainable nor realistic. My goal is to minimize that quick fix approach and need for medications to manage a chronic condition, and instead create long lasting eating habits that will result in sustained weight loss, better disease management, and a longer life.
During nutrition counseling sessions, I take a detailed look at your medical history and develop a personalized meal plan to help you manage your health through nutrition and lifestyle changes.
I offer individualized, one-on-one counseling to help clients meet there unique nutrition goals. Whether you are trying to lose weight, enhance sports performance or improve overall health, let me help you achieve your goals.
During nutrition counseling sessions, I take a detailed look at your medical history and develop a personalized meal plan to help you manage your health through nutrition and lifestyle changes.
I offer individualized, one-on-one counseling to help clients meet there unique nutrition goals. Whether you are trying to lose weight, enhance sports performance or improve overall health, let me help you achieve your goals.
Allison is a registered dietitian who loves people and is passionate about helping individuals achieve their personal health and nutrition goals. Her primary focus has been bariatric support, diabetes, IBS, and plant based nutrition, but her background also includes kidney disease, heart health, gut issues and malnutrition. She strives to empower individuals to make positive and sustainable lifestyle changes. Allison takes time to listen to your nutritional concerns and understand your overall goals. She uses a patient-centered, evidenced-based approach to help you create lasting lifestyle changes.
Allison is a registered dietitian who loves people and is passionate about helping individuals achieve their personal health and nutrition goals. Her primary focus has been bariatric support, diabetes, IBS, and plant based nutrition, but her background also includes kidney disease, heart health, gut issues and malnutrition. She strives to empower individuals to make positive and sustainable lifestyle changes. Allison takes time to listen to your nutritional concerns and understand your overall goals. She uses a patient-centered, evidenced-based approach to help you create lasting lifestyle changes.
My counseling is one on one and is tailored to the clients lifestyle and needs. While always encouraging healthy eating and physical activity, I am very practical in my approach to helping clients integrate these behaviors with today's hectic lifestyles. Because of the increasing diagnosis of Celiac Disease, I have begun to concentrate on that condition as well as all types of gluten sensitivity. In order to help clients during COVID19 I am offering telemedicine. Please inquire for details.
My counseling is one on one and is tailored to the clients lifestyle and needs. While always encouraging healthy eating and physical activity, I am very practical in my approach to helping clients integrate these behaviors with today's hectic lifestyles. Because of the increasing diagnosis of Celiac Disease, I have begun to concentrate on that condition as well as all types of gluten sensitivity. In order to help clients during COVID19 I am offering telemedicine. Please inquire for details.
I started my career in clinical nutrition with a weight loss of over 70 lbs. Since then, I have obtained my graduate degree in Clinical Nutrition from New York University and am currently on the board of directors of the National Lipid Association and the Clinical Nutrition Coordinator at the NYU School of Medicine. My sub-specialty is weight management (loss/gain) and heart health (cholesterol, blood pressure, familial hypercholesterolemia, diabetes and pre-diabetes, and metabolic syndrome).
I started my career in clinical nutrition with a weight loss of over 70 lbs. Since then, I have obtained my graduate degree in Clinical Nutrition from New York University and am currently on the board of directors of the National Lipid Association and the Clinical Nutrition Coordinator at the NYU School of Medicine. My sub-specialty is weight management (loss/gain) and heart health (cholesterol, blood pressure, familial hypercholesterolemia, diabetes and pre-diabetes, and metabolic syndrome).
I am a seasoned Registered Dietitian Nutritionist dedicated to partnering with patients collaboratively to achieve their nutrition and health goals. Over the past 40 plus years, I have worked in healthcare settings ranging from wellness centers in integrative and functional nutrition to hospital and medical offices.
I am a seasoned Registered Dietitian Nutritionist dedicated to partnering with patients collaboratively to achieve their nutrition and health goals. Over the past 40 plus years, I have worked in healthcare settings ranging from wellness centers in integrative and functional nutrition to hospital and medical offices.
She also has extensive nutrition counseling experience for those with Anorexia, Bulimia, and Binge Eating Disorder in both individual and group settings.
Chandler Ray is a dietitian passionate about teaching others the healing and nurturing power of food. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Nutritional Sciences from Penn State University and completed her Dietetic Internship at the University of Maryland. Chandler specializes in many different areas of nutrition including, but not limited to: weight management, inflammation management, eating disorders, food allergies/sensitivities, cardiovascular disease, hypertension, diabetes, and pediatric nutrition. She also offers custom meal planning, genetic testing, food sensitivity testing, and micronutrient deficiency testing.
She also has extensive nutrition counseling experience for those with Anorexia, Bulimia, and Binge Eating Disorder in both individual and group settings.
Chandler Ray is a dietitian passionate about teaching others the healing and nurturing power of food. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Nutritional Sciences from Penn State University and completed her Dietetic Internship at the University of Maryland. Chandler specializes in many different areas of nutrition including, but not limited to: weight management, inflammation management, eating disorders, food allergies/sensitivities, cardiovascular disease, hypertension, diabetes, and pediatric nutrition. She also offers custom meal planning, genetic testing, food sensitivity testing, and micronutrient deficiency testing.
Carol is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist dedicated to supporting individuals in their recovery and health-driven goals. Her approach to nutrition emphasizes a size-inclusive framework, prioritizing peace with food and fostering a healthy relationship with the body. Carol utilizes patient-centered care to provide a non-diet approach to nutrition.
Carol is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist dedicated to supporting individuals in their recovery and health-driven goals. Her approach to nutrition emphasizes a size-inclusive framework, prioritizing peace with food and fostering a healthy relationship with the body. Carol utilizes patient-centered care to provide a non-diet approach to nutrition.
Eat well, feel well. As a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, I help people with digestive issues figure out what foods make them feel their healthiest, strongest, and most energized so they can live life to its fullest. I work closely with my patients to identify and overcome barriers to healthy eating, and I personalize each visit to meet the individual needs and preferences of my clients. I love food and so I focus a lot on what to eat and how to make foods taste good.
Eat well, feel well. As a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, I help people with digestive issues figure out what foods make them feel their healthiest, strongest, and most energized so they can live life to its fullest. I work closely with my patients to identify and overcome barriers to healthy eating, and I personalize each visit to meet the individual needs and preferences of my clients. I love food and so I focus a lot on what to eat and how to make foods taste good.
I specialize in nutrition counseling for all ages with eating disorders, emotional eating, disordered eating & weight management issues.
Michelle has a bachelors in biology from Binghamton University & a masters in nutrition science from Syracuse University. She gained an expertise in providing nutrition therapy for those struggling with eating disorders while working with both inpatient and partial day treatment eating disorder patients for 4 years at University Medical Center at Princeton.
I specialize in nutrition counseling for all ages with eating disorders, emotional eating, disordered eating & weight management issues.
Michelle has a bachelors in biology from Binghamton University & a masters in nutrition science from Syracuse University. She gained an expertise in providing nutrition therapy for those struggling with eating disorders while working with both inpatient and partial day treatment eating disorder patients for 4 years at University Medical Center at Princeton.
Nutrition Counseling Nutritionists and Dietitians
What is nutrition counseling?
Nutrition counseling refers to the services provided by a Registered Dietitian (RD) that focus on diet and nutrition. Individuals often seek nutrition counseling to make diet-related lifestyle changes, especially after being diagnosed with chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, or cardiovascular disease. However, nutrition counseling is not limited to these cases, and it can often benefit anyone looking to improve their overall health. Nutrition counselors also often address other aspects of a healthy lifestyle within sessions, such as advising on physical activity, chronic disease management, and mental health. They provide guidance and motivation, often adopting a holistic approach to support clients in achieving their health and wellbeing goals.
Who should see a nutrition counselor?
Many people can benefit from seeing a nutrition counselor; however, individuals with (or at risk of developing) chronic medical conditions or who have specific dietary challenges (for example, IBS, Crohn's disease, etc.) may find a nutrition counselor particularly helpful. Nutrition counselors are specifically trained to use diet modifications to manage health, so consulting a dietitian if you have a chronic condition can be greatly beneficial. Nutrition professionals can help clients understand how their diet impacts their symptoms and suggest strategies to improve overall health. Additionally, dietitians can coordinate with other medical professionals, such as primary care physicians or specialty physicians, to help support the client's overall health.
What happens during a nutrition counseling session?
Nutrition counseling is fundamentally focused on a client's individual health goals. The initial session with a nutrition professional typically involves an evaluation, during which the dietitian seeks to understand the client's reasons for seeking nutrition counseling. This session typically includes discussing the client's health history, current eating habits, lifestyle, and specific nutrition counseling goals. In follow-up sessions, the client and dietitian will typically review progress toward these goals, and the dietitian may examine the client's food intake and suggest areas for improvement. They may also educate the client on diet-related topics, such as ensuring adequate consumption of fruits and vegetables or reducing sodium intake. Additionally, nutrition counselors can help clients stay accountable for other lifestyle changes that support overall health, such as regular exercise, smoking cessation, or moderating alcohol consumption.
What should I look for in a nutrition counselor?
Clients seek nutritional support from dietitians and nutritionists for various reasons, ranging from managing medical conditions to addressing lifestyle concerns like weight loss or specific dietary requirements. When looking for a nutrition counselor, it is essential to find someone with expertise in the area of nutrition relevant to your needs. Consider factors such as insurance coverage, specific medical or dietary concerns, and the availability of professionals in your area to determine the best fit. Generally, nutritionists are not covered by insurance, whereas Registered Dietitians (RDs) often are, making it important to look for a professional with RD credentials. If you have a chronic medical condition like cancer or kidney disease, you may be interested in seeking out an RD with specialized expertise, such as a Board Certified Specialist in Oncology Nutrition (CSO) or a Board Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition (CSR), as these credentials indicate advanced education and a commitment to ongoing learning within a specific area.