Plant Based Diets Nutritionists and Dietitians in Mercer County, NJ

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Elena Schumacher
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MPH, RDN
Online Only
I believe that nutrition is the cornerstone of a healthy life, and I'm here to provide you with evidence-based guidance, practical advice, and ongoing support. I will take into account your unique needs, preferences, and lifestyle, ensuring that your journey towards better health is both enjoyable and sustainable.
I believe that nutrition is the cornerstone of a healthy life, and I'm here to provide you with evidence-based guidance, practical advice, and ongoing support. I will take into account your unique needs, preferences, and lifestyle, ensuring that your journey towards better health is both enjoyable and sustainable.
(610) 200-6981 View (610) 200-6981

Online Dietitians and Nutritionists

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Shelley Weinstock
Nutritionist/Dietitian, PhD, CNS, FACN
Online Only
My specialties include weight loss (including those on weight loss medications), diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, disordered eating, gastrointestinal issues, food allergies, sports nutrition, specialized diets, and more. I use a very personalized functional and precision nutrition approach to your care. I help you set goals and meet them to improve your health. Please see my website (weinstocknutrition.com) for details about me. Please note that I do NOT take Medicare. I look forward to meeting with you via teleheatlh.
My specialties include weight loss (including those on weight loss medications), diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, disordered eating, gastrointestinal issues, food allergies, sports nutrition, specialized diets, and more. I use a very personalized functional and precision nutrition approach to your care. I help you set goals and meet them to improve your health. Please see my website (weinstocknutrition.com) for details about me. Please note that I do NOT take Medicare. I look forward to meeting with you via teleheatlh.
(732) 387-7528 View (732) 387-7528
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David Sonenberg
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, CDCES
Online Only
I partner with adults living with type 1 or type 2 diabetes, managing heart disease, or seeking sustainable weight loss and plant-based nutrition.
As a Registered Dietitian and CDCES, I specialize in diabetes, heart health, weight loss, and plant-based nutrition. I offer 100% virtual care across AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, IL, MA, MI, NJ, NY, TX, and VA. I am in-network with UHC, BCBS, Centene, Cigna, and Aetna, meaning most patients pay absolutely nothing out of pocket for our sessions.
I partner with adults living with type 1 or type 2 diabetes, managing heart disease, or seeking sustainable weight loss and plant-based nutrition.
As a Registered Dietitian and CDCES, I specialize in diabetes, heart health, weight loss, and plant-based nutrition. I offer 100% virtual care across AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, IL, MA, MI, NJ, NY, TX, and VA. I am in-network with UHC, BCBS, Centene, Cigna, and Aetna, meaning most patients pay absolutely nothing out of pocket for our sessions.
(732) 734-1306 View (732) 734-1306
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Raksha Shah Shah
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MA, RDN
1 Endorsed
Online Only
If you're a woman navigating the challenges of perimenopause, menopause, or post-menopause, you might be struggling with hormonal imbalances, body composition changes, or unexpected weight gain. You may also be facing chronic health conditions like heart disease, diabetes, or chronic kidney disease (CKD). Your energy levels might feel depleted, and you could be searching for solutions that fit your unique needs. I understand these challenges because I specialize in addressing them through a personalized and evidence-based approach that integrates nutrition and functional medicine.
If you're a woman navigating the challenges of perimenopause, menopause, or post-menopause, you might be struggling with hormonal imbalances, body composition changes, or unexpected weight gain. You may also be facing chronic health conditions like heart disease, diabetes, or chronic kidney disease (CKD). Your energy levels might feel depleted, and you could be searching for solutions that fit your unique needs. I understand these challenges because I specialize in addressing them through a personalized and evidence-based approach that integrates nutrition and functional medicine.
(908) 336-9735 View (908) 336-9735
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Azi Ahmadi MS, RDN, CDCES, CDN
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, CDCES, CDN
Ridgewood, NJ 07450
I’m Azi Ahmadi, MS, RDN, CDCES, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with over 25 years of experience in diabetes care, body recomposition, sports nutrition, and longevity-focused metabolic health. I work with active men and women of all ages who want to lose fat, gain or preserve muscle, improve performance, and feel strong and energized as they age—without extreme diets. I often use Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) to help clients see how their body responds to food, exercise, stress, and sleep in real time. You don’t need diabetes to benefit—CGM is a powerful learning and personalization tool.
I’m Azi Ahmadi, MS, RDN, CDCES, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with over 25 years of experience in diabetes care, body recomposition, sports nutrition, and longevity-focused metabolic health. I work with active men and women of all ages who want to lose fat, gain or preserve muscle, improve performance, and feel strong and energized as they age—without extreme diets. I often use Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) to help clients see how their body responds to food, exercise, stress, and sleep in real time. You don’t need diabetes to benefit—CGM is a powerful learning and personalization tool.
(917) 809-5351 View (917) 809-5351
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Stacy O'Brien
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, CLT
Online Only
SIBO, IBS, Celiac Disease, food sensitivities, pre-diabetes, weight loss, high cholesterol, and lowering inflammation are all nutrition related! I take a personalized approach to nutrition and tailor recommendations to you. I will work hard to improve your health and help you meet your goals. As an integrative RD, I look at you as a whole person. I'll ask you about not only diet, but also sleep, stress, other lifestyle factors, labs, all of your symptoms, etc. My goal is to fully understand your health and your needs so that we can work towards your goals.
SIBO, IBS, Celiac Disease, food sensitivities, pre-diabetes, weight loss, high cholesterol, and lowering inflammation are all nutrition related! I take a personalized approach to nutrition and tailor recommendations to you. I will work hard to improve your health and help you meet your goals. As an integrative RD, I look at you as a whole person. I'll ask you about not only diet, but also sleep, stress, other lifestyle factors, labs, all of your symptoms, etc. My goal is to fully understand your health and your needs so that we can work towards your goals.
(973) 840-8578 View (973) 840-8578
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Nutrition Center of Bergen County
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN
Ridgewood, NJ 07450
As a Registered Dietitian I am passionate about providing personalized nutritional therapy to children, adolescents and adults. A skills based approach is used to create a healthy relationship with food. I do not believe in diets! You will begin on a healthy journey that will begin with developing an understanding of the role food plays in your life. Along the way, you will acquire skills necessary to make lifetime behavioral modifications to help improve or prevent such problems as Obesity, Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, Cancers, Cardiovascular Disease, performance in sports/activities and self-image.
As a Registered Dietitian I am passionate about providing personalized nutritional therapy to children, adolescents and adults. A skills based approach is used to create a healthy relationship with food. I do not believe in diets! You will begin on a healthy journey that will begin with developing an understanding of the role food plays in your life. Along the way, you will acquire skills necessary to make lifetime behavioral modifications to help improve or prevent such problems as Obesity, Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, Cancers, Cardiovascular Disease, performance in sports/activities and self-image.
(973) 862-4835 View (973) 862-4835
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Olivia Jackson
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LD
4 Endorsed
Jersey City, NJ 07302
Olivia is a registered dietitian dedicated to helping individuals of all ages take a non-diet approach to nutrition while honoring both their bodies and mental health. She specializes in eating disorders, disordered eating, and intuitive and mindful eating, providing a safe space for clients to explore and challenge difficult food beliefs. Olivia believes in meeting clients where they are in their relationship with food and body to support meaningful, lasting change. She enjoys helping clients discover what healthy eating looks like in their own lives and creating a realistic sense of balance.
Olivia is a registered dietitian dedicated to helping individuals of all ages take a non-diet approach to nutrition while honoring both their bodies and mental health. She specializes in eating disorders, disordered eating, and intuitive and mindful eating, providing a safe space for clients to explore and challenge difficult food beliefs. Olivia believes in meeting clients where they are in their relationship with food and body to support meaningful, lasting change. She enjoys helping clients discover what healthy eating looks like in their own lives and creating a realistic sense of balance.
(312) 374-5399 View (312) 374-5399
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Katerina Varnum
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN
Online Only
You’re doing your best, yet your blood sugar is unpredictable, your weight won’t move, your energy crashes, or your cycles are irregular. You want answers, not another diet. My clients come to me when they’re struggling with insulin resistance, prediabetes, type 2 diabetes, PCOS, fatty liver, or midlife metabolism and are ready for a plan that actually works. I use functional nutrition, hormone mapping, and microbiome science to find what’s driving your symptoms so you can feel better, lose weight, and finally see real, lasting results.
You’re doing your best, yet your blood sugar is unpredictable, your weight won’t move, your energy crashes, or your cycles are irregular. You want answers, not another diet. My clients come to me when they’re struggling with insulin resistance, prediabetes, type 2 diabetes, PCOS, fatty liver, or midlife metabolism and are ready for a plan that actually works. I use functional nutrition, hormone mapping, and microbiome science to find what’s driving your symptoms so you can feel better, lose weight, and finally see real, lasting results.
(818) 403-3159 View (818) 403-3159
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Alexandra (Lexi) Orlan
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, CDN
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Nearly 95 percent of my insurance clients pay $0 out of pocket for their sessions! I'm a Columbia University-trained Registered Dietitian. I specialize in gentle weight loss, gut health and digestion, diabetes, gestational diabetes, pregnancy nutrition, bariatric nutrition, and heart health. When we work together I'll give you the tools needed to feel confident in your food choices and in control around food. I'll guide you through creating a plan that works for YOU, based on your body's needs, lifestyle, and food preferences.
Nearly 95 percent of my insurance clients pay $0 out of pocket for their sessions! I'm a Columbia University-trained Registered Dietitian. I specialize in gentle weight loss, gut health and digestion, diabetes, gestational diabetes, pregnancy nutrition, bariatric nutrition, and heart health. When we work together I'll give you the tools needed to feel confident in your food choices and in control around food. I'll guide you through creating a plan that works for YOU, based on your body's needs, lifestyle, and food preferences.
(551) 310-2735 View (551) 310-2735
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Stone Jamison
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN
6 Endorsed
Jersey City, NJ 07306
Stone is a committed registered dietitian with expertise in outpatient nutritional care who enjoys working with clients for weight loss, heart health and gastrointestinal disorders. Grounded in evidence-based practices, Stone meets you where you are, crafting personalized interventions to align with your unique goals. Dedicated to inclusivity, Stone fosters a welcoming, judgment-free space that honors all body types, cultures, and aspirations. Passionate about empowering others, Stone will guide and support you on your wellness journey, making sure you feel understood and encouraged at every step.
Stone is a committed registered dietitian with expertise in outpatient nutritional care who enjoys working with clients for weight loss, heart health and gastrointestinal disorders. Grounded in evidence-based practices, Stone meets you where you are, crafting personalized interventions to align with your unique goals. Dedicated to inclusivity, Stone fosters a welcoming, judgment-free space that honors all body types, cultures, and aspirations. Passionate about empowering others, Stone will guide and support you on your wellness journey, making sure you feel understood and encouraged at every step.
(508) 501-3837 View (508) 501-3837
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Stephanie Bruzek
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LDN
5 Endorsed
Jersey City, NJ 07304
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.
(312) 374-5399 View (312) 374-5399
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Jillian Mergruen
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, CDN
3 Endorsed
Online Only
If you are struggling with your relationship with food, movement or your body, we might be a good fit to work together! I am a registered dietitian based in New York City who specializes in disordered eating and eating disorder treatment as well as other nutrition-related issues, like diabetes and GI nutrition. If you often feel pre-occupied with food or your body, struggle with feeling chaotic or in control around food, or if it feels hard to feel confident in your food choices, we can do this work together! I am here to support you in finding peace with food and your body. My goal is to help you do sustainable work with support!
If you are struggling with your relationship with food, movement or your body, we might be a good fit to work together! I am a registered dietitian based in New York City who specializes in disordered eating and eating disorder treatment as well as other nutrition-related issues, like diabetes and GI nutrition. If you often feel pre-occupied with food or your body, struggle with feeling chaotic or in control around food, or if it feels hard to feel confident in your food choices, we can do this work together! I am here to support you in finding peace with food and your body. My goal is to help you do sustainable work with support!
(516) 604-3316 View (516) 604-3316
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Stephanie Long
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, CDCES, CGN
1 Endorsed
Haddon Heights, NJ 08035
As a dietitian with over 20 years experience, I enjoy working with a variety of clients. Weight management, meal planning, GI health (IBS/FODMAP,reflux/SIBO), diabetes and PCOS are some of my areas of expertise. Also work with GI Map and functional stool study analysis for clients. Feeling better and more confident in your food choices is a goal I love to work on with all my clients!
As a dietitian with over 20 years experience, I enjoy working with a variety of clients. Weight management, meal planning, GI health (IBS/FODMAP,reflux/SIBO), diabetes and PCOS are some of my areas of expertise. Also work with GI Map and functional stool study analysis for clients. Feeling better and more confident in your food choices is a goal I love to work on with all my clients!
(856) 644-3151 View (856) 644-3151
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Rebecca Ruoff
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN
Haddon Heights, NJ 08035
My ideal client is someone who feels stuck or overwhelmed with food,whether they were diagnosed with diabetes, heart disease, high cholesterol, or dealing with disordered eating. I also love helping clients who are just trying to build healthier habits and want to feel more at ease with food and in their body. Together, we work step-by-step to untangle stress, simplify eating, and build sustainable changes that support both physical and emotional health.
My ideal client is someone who feels stuck or overwhelmed with food,whether they were diagnosed with diabetes, heart disease, high cholesterol, or dealing with disordered eating. I also love helping clients who are just trying to build healthier habits and want to feel more at ease with food and in their body. Together, we work step-by-step to untangle stress, simplify eating, and build sustainable changes that support both physical and emotional health.
(856) 463-7624 View (856) 463-7624
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TruRoots Nutrition LLC
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN
Montville, NJ 07045
As a dietitian with a functional/holistic background, I help my clients reach their goals by utilizing a whole food nutrition focus. I specialize in gut health conditions, weight management, diabetes, and optimizing your health. Let's work together to reach your health and wellness goals!
As a dietitian with a functional/holistic background, I help my clients reach their goals by utilizing a whole food nutrition focus. I specialize in gut health conditions, weight management, diabetes, and optimizing your health. Let's work together to reach your health and wellness goals!
(973) 604-8569 View (973) 604-8569
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Madeline Kuras
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN
1 Endorsed
Jersey City, NJ 07305
Madeline is a registered dietitian who is passionate about empowering individuals to achieve their personal goals and feel in control of their own nutrition journey. She has experience in all levels of eating disorder treatment across all age groups. Madeline has a background in athletics and utilizes this to foster resilience and strength in her clients. She approaches each session with curiosity and drive to understand her clients struggles. She provides a safe space for all individuals to create and define their own definition of health and sustainable change.
Madeline is a registered dietitian who is passionate about empowering individuals to achieve their personal goals and feel in control of their own nutrition journey. She has experience in all levels of eating disorder treatment across all age groups. Madeline has a background in athletics and utilizes this to foster resilience and strength in her clients. She approaches each session with curiosity and drive to understand her clients struggles. She provides a safe space for all individuals to create and define their own definition of health and sustainable change.
(651) 412-7437 View (651) 412-7437
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Diane Ramos
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, CDCES
2 Endorsed
Metuchen, NJ 08840
Making a change that actually sticks can be daunting. Getting healthy can be hard especially when there is so much information out there that is contradicting. My role always begins with being a strong support for anyone taking on the challenge of improving their eating habits, no matter how big or small. We are all human at the end of the day! I combine evidence based nutrition with behavior change strategies to help my clients achieve their goals one step at a time.
Making a change that actually sticks can be daunting. Getting healthy can be hard especially when there is so much information out there that is contradicting. My role always begins with being a strong support for anyone taking on the challenge of improving their eating habits, no matter how big or small. We are all human at the end of the day! I combine evidence based nutrition with behavior change strategies to help my clients achieve their goals one step at a time.
(732) 639-5486 View (732) 639-5486
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Jenna Brown
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, CSSD
3 Endorsed
Newark, NJ 07108
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.
(351) 208-1409 View (351) 208-1409
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Crysta Pollitt
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD
Online Only
I help women optimise their nutrition to get pregnant, thrive during pregnancy, and have a healthy baby! It’s my mission to help women navigate their fertility and pregnancy journey feeling informed and empowered. I am here to guide you! I am the dietitian for you if you want to reduce time to conception and have a healthy, full-term pregnancy. You want to prevent and minimize side effects. You want to ensure you're not missing any critical nutrients to grow a healthy baby. You're ready to eliminate overwhelm and confusion
I help women optimise their nutrition to get pregnant, thrive during pregnancy, and have a healthy baby! It’s my mission to help women navigate their fertility and pregnancy journey feeling informed and empowered. I am here to guide you! I am the dietitian for you if you want to reduce time to conception and have a healthy, full-term pregnancy. You want to prevent and minimize side effects. You want to ensure you're not missing any critical nutrients to grow a healthy baby. You're ready to eliminate overwhelm and confusion
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Plant Based Diets Nutritionists and Dietitians
What is a plant-based diet?
A plant-based diet emphasizes the consumption of foods such as vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds, while reducing or eliminating animal products like meat and dairy. Unlike a vegan diet, which excludes all animal products, a plant-based diet does not necessarily require complete elimination of animal-based foods, although some individuals choose to do so. Many people following a plant-based diet also aim to incorporate more "whole foods" into their meals, favoring less-processed options over highly processed foods. For example, they might choose brown rice over white bread or fresh fruits over baked goods. The focus is on eating nutrient-dense, natural foods to promote overall health and well-being.

What are the benefits of a plant-based diet?
Research has shown that a plant-based diet offers numerous health benefits, including weight loss, lowered cholesterol levels, reduced blood pressure, and better blood sugar control. These benefits can arise from eating fewer animal-based foods, which are high in saturated fats, or from the weight loss that many people experience when starting a plant-based diet. Additionally, plant-based diets are known for their anti-inflammatory effects, which support a healthy immune system and may be particularly helpful for those with inflammatory conditions, such as arthritis. Plant-based diets are also high in fiber, which improves digestive health and can help stabilize blood sugar levels.

Who should follow a plant-based diet?
Anyone can follow a plant-based diet, and many nutrition and medical professionals encourage its adoption due to the numerous health benefits associated with consuming more plants and reducing animal-based products. People may also choose a plant-based diet for environmental and ethical reasons. For health-related benefits, a plant-based diet can be particularly advantageous for individuals diagnosed with or at risk of developing chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, and certain inflammatory conditions. Since many chronic diseases are related to obesity, the weight management benefits of a plant-based diet are especially valuable. Additionally, a plant-based diet can help reduce cholesterol levels, improve blood pressure, and enhance insulin sensitivity.

How do I start a plant-based diet?
A plant-based diet can be started at any time and may even be a more accessible option for individuals not ready to completely eliminate animal-based products from their diet. Many people start a plant-based diet slowly, such as with substituting meat or dairy for alternative products just a few times a week; for instance, finding easy swaps—such as whole grains in place of white bread products and beans or tofu in lieu of meat products—can be a great way to start eating a more plant-based diet. In addition, working to plan more meals ahead of time and constructing plant-based grocery store lists may be beneficial to ensure that consuming a plant-based meal is an accessible option when first getting started.