Diabetes Nutritionists and Dietitians in Ridgewood, NJ
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 help clients:
Lose fat while preserving or building lean muscle
Improve strength, endurance, and recovery
Fuel training without glucose crashes or burnout
Break through plateaus without under-eating
This is especially powerful for active adults, athletes, and women navigating hormonal changes.
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 help clients:
Lose fat while preserving or building lean muscle
Improve strength, endurance, and recovery
Fuel training without glucose crashes or burnout
Break through plateaus without under-eating
This is especially powerful for active adults, athletes, and women navigating hormonal changes.
I specialize in gentle weight loss, gut health and digestion, diabetes, gestational diabetes, pregnancy nutrition, bariatric nutrition, and heart health.
I have evening, telehealth appointments available. For the best result, I suggest we meet for at least 3 months (of course, longer is better!). Most of my clients meet with me weekly or every other week. Email me for the quickest response!
I specialize in gentle weight loss, gut health and digestion, diabetes, gestational diabetes, pregnancy nutrition, bariatric nutrition, and heart health.
I have evening, telehealth appointments available. For the best result, I suggest we meet for at least 3 months (of course, longer is better!). Most of my clients meet with me weekly or every other week. Email me for the quickest response!
Other areas of expertise include disease prevention/management (heart health, pre- diabetes, irritable bowel syndrome, etc).
I'm a dietitian specializing in disordered eating, eating disorders, chronic dieting and intuitive eating. I provide a warm, open, and non-judgmental space to help you create a peaceful relationship with food, while developing a personalized and balanced approach to health and well-being that works for you. Do you feel preoccupied with thoughts about food and your weight, or perhaps you feel like you can’t be trusted to keep your favorite foods in your house? Maybe you feel anxiety around going out to eat with friends or that you feel stuck counting points/calories. If any of these resonate, I'd love to work with you!
Other areas of expertise include disease prevention/management (heart health, pre- diabetes, irritable bowel syndrome, etc).
I'm a dietitian specializing in disordered eating, eating disorders, chronic dieting and intuitive eating. I provide a warm, open, and non-judgmental space to help you create a peaceful relationship with food, while developing a personalized and balanced approach to health and well-being that works for you. Do you feel preoccupied with thoughts about food and your weight, or perhaps you feel like you can’t be trusted to keep your favorite foods in your house? Maybe you feel anxiety around going out to eat with friends or that you feel stuck counting points/calories. If any of these resonate, I'd love to work with you!
How will I live with PCOS the rest of my LIFE? Will I always be controlled by PCOS?
Will it always feel like one step forward, two steps back? How do I make living with PCOS livable? Bess Berger is a Registered Dietitian and dedicated nutrition expert specializing in PCOS management.
How will I live with PCOS the rest of my LIFE? Will I always be controlled by PCOS?
Will it always feel like one step forward, two steps back? How do I make living with PCOS livable? Bess Berger is a Registered Dietitian and dedicated nutrition expert specializing in PCOS management.
Some of the nutrition issues I see include, but are not limited to: cardiovascular health; weight loss/gain; pre/post pregnancy nutrition; pediatric health; disorders; food allergies; diabetes; obesity; bariatric surgery counseling.
Chosen as Bergen County's Best Nutritionist by Bergen Health & Living & featured on the cover of 201 Magazine as one of 13 best health professionals in Bergen County. MY goal as a NUTRITIONIST is simply to help YOU reach your goals. With over 15 years of counseling experience as a REGISTERED DIETITIAN I individualize each session so that YOU get the MOST out of your time. I guarantee that you will use what you learn to feel better physically & emotionally. I will empower you to reach your WELLNESS goals.With my strong clinical background & my passion to help people, I make EVERY patient a priority.
Some of the nutrition issues I see include, but are not limited to: cardiovascular health; weight loss/gain; pre/post pregnancy nutrition; pediatric health; disorders; food allergies; diabetes; obesity; bariatric surgery counseling.
Chosen as Bergen County's Best Nutritionist by Bergen Health & Living & featured on the cover of 201 Magazine as one of 13 best health professionals in Bergen County. MY goal as a NUTRITIONIST is simply to help YOU reach your goals. With over 15 years of counseling experience as a REGISTERED DIETITIAN I individualize each session so that YOU get the MOST out of your time. I guarantee that you will use what you learn to feel better physically & emotionally. I will empower you to reach your WELLNESS goals.With my strong clinical background & my passion to help people, I make EVERY patient a priority.
Nutrition counseling is always personalized for each individual because nutrition is not a one size fit all approach. I start off by factoring in both health and personal needs along with cultural preferences. My goal is to instill confidence and knowledge, so individuals can learn to navigate their health successfully. By doing this, I assist and personalize their meal plans and help establish realistic goals to improve overall nutrition needs. My goal is to help identify barriers, provide encouragement while offering simple soultions. I value simplicity because food and nutrition shouldn't be complicated.
Nutrition counseling is always personalized for each individual because nutrition is not a one size fit all approach. I start off by factoring in both health and personal needs along with cultural preferences. My goal is to instill confidence and knowledge, so individuals can learn to navigate their health successfully. By doing this, I assist and personalize their meal plans and help establish realistic goals to improve overall nutrition needs. My goal is to help identify barriers, provide encouragement while offering simple soultions. I value simplicity because food and nutrition shouldn't be complicated.
More Dietitians and Nutritionists Nearby
Stephanie has significant experience working with clients with eating disorders, diabetes, gestational diabetes, bariatric surgery (pre- and post- op), as well as working in an outpatient setting in which she worked with various disease processes.
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 has significant experience working with clients with eating disorders, diabetes, gestational diabetes, bariatric surgery (pre- and post- op), as well as working in an outpatient setting in which she worked with various disease processes.
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 specialize in weight loss, gut health and digestion, diabetes, gestational diabetes, pregnancy nutrition, bariatric nutrition, and heart health.
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I specialize in weight loss, gut health and digestion, diabetes, gestational diabetes, pregnancy nutrition, bariatric nutrition, and heart health.
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Research shows that the leading causes of death and disability in America are modifiable chronic diseases like diabetes, heart disease, chronic kidney disease, and stroke with key lifestyle risk factors being poor nutrition, lack of physical activity, tobacco, and excessive alcohol use.
As a registered Dietitian-Nutritionist, she can work with you to provide nutrition counseling, group support sessions, meal planning services that are customized to your individual food preferences, provides relevant nutrition materials, and tools to support your overall health and wellness goals.
Research shows that the leading causes of death and disability in America are modifiable chronic diseases like diabetes, heart disease, chronic kidney disease, and stroke with key lifestyle risk factors being poor nutrition, lack of physical activity, tobacco, and excessive alcohol use.
As a registered Dietitian-Nutritionist, she can work with you to provide nutrition counseling, group support sessions, meal planning services that are customized to your individual food preferences, provides relevant nutrition materials, and tools to support your overall health and wellness goals.
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.
I provide nutrition education and individual counseling to help you reach your personal goals. These include weight loss; decrease in blood pressure; and the lowering of blood glucose, cholesterol levels and the management of gastrointestinal disorders. I will help you reach your goals without compromising traditional and familiar foods.
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.
I provide nutrition education and individual counseling to help you reach your personal goals. These include weight loss; decrease in blood pressure; and the lowering of blood glucose, cholesterol levels and the management of gastrointestinal disorders. I will help you reach your goals without compromising traditional and familiar foods.
My name is Julie Jaskiewicz and I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and a Diabetes Educator.
Diabetes can often be very confusing and frustrating to understand how to attain good blood glucose levels and then keep them there. I feel it is important to know as much as you can about what diabetes is, how the medications work and the impact of food on your health.
My name is Julie Jaskiewicz and I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and a Diabetes Educator.
Diabetes can often be very confusing and frustrating to understand how to attain good blood glucose levels and then keep them there. I feel it is important to know as much as you can about what diabetes is, how the medications work and the impact of food on your health.
As a Registered Dietitian and Diabetes Specialist, I have received extensive training in many aspects of diabetes care and management.
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.
As a Registered Dietitian and Diabetes Specialist, I have received extensive training in many aspects of diabetes care and management.
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.
Specialities include: Weight Management, Sports Nutrition, PCOS, General Lifestyle and Nutrition, Mindful Eating, Intuitive Eating, High Cholesterol, Heart Health, High Blood Pressure, Weight Gain, Anti-Inflammatory, Pre- Diabetes, and Type 2 Diabetes.
Elise is a dietitian who focuses on using realistic approaches to help you improve your health through nutrition, exercise, and other lifestyle practices. Her approach to nutrition is holistic and client centered. She takes the time to fully understand your unique lifestyle, preferences, and challenges to create a realistic nutrition plan together as a team. Elise believes in the power of using high quality nutrient dense foods to support all aspects of your health and wellbeing.
Specialities include: Weight Management, Sports Nutrition, PCOS, General Lifestyle and Nutrition, Mindful Eating, Intuitive Eating, High Cholesterol, Heart Health, High Blood Pressure, Weight Gain, Anti-Inflammatory, Pre- Diabetes, and Type 2 Diabetes.
Elise is a dietitian who focuses on using realistic approaches to help you improve your health through nutrition, exercise, and other lifestyle practices. Her approach to nutrition is holistic and client centered. She takes the time to fully understand your unique lifestyle, preferences, and challenges to create a realistic nutrition plan together as a team. Elise believes in the power of using high quality nutrient dense foods to support all aspects of your health and wellbeing.
Hi! My name is Ashley (she/her) and I am a Registered Dietitian based out of New York City. I am the owner of Ashley Beale Nutrition where I practice through a weight-inclusive, all-foods-fit, and trauma-informed approach. I respect and appreciate body diversity, knowing that no two individual’s needs are alike. I believe in a collaborative relationship with my clients where we work together to find what works best for them. Whether you are working on your recovery from an eating disorder or learning how to navigate food with a chronic illness, there is no “right” way to start this journey.
Hi! My name is Ashley (she/her) and I am a Registered Dietitian based out of New York City. I am the owner of Ashley Beale Nutrition where I practice through a weight-inclusive, all-foods-fit, and trauma-informed approach. I respect and appreciate body diversity, knowing that no two individual’s needs are alike. I believe in a collaborative relationship with my clients where we work together to find what works best for them. Whether you are working on your recovery from an eating disorder or learning how to navigate food with a chronic illness, there is no “right” way to start this journey.
Her expertise includes treating patients with all health conditions, such as diabetes, cardiac, allergies, autoimmune disorders, cancer, & weight management.
Lori has had extensive experience in the corporate world of research and development, product testing and development, healthy promotion and corporate wellness services, cooking studio instruction, program development, supermarket educational programs, writing for healthcare publications, radio broadcasting, television shows and public speaking, in all areas of wellness.
Her expertise includes treating patients with all health conditions, such as diabetes, cardiac, allergies, autoimmune disorders, cancer, & weight management.
Lori has had extensive experience in the corporate world of research and development, product testing and development, healthy promotion and corporate wellness services, cooking studio instruction, program development, supermarket educational programs, writing for healthcare publications, radio broadcasting, television shows and public speaking, in all areas of wellness.
Specialties include: disordered eating, mindful eating, intuitive eating, diabetes, and general lifestyle and nutrition for health and wellness
Haleigh is a registered dietitian who is passionate about helping her clients discover their love for food and their bodies. Haleigh provides evidence-based nutrition education and works to empower clients to make realistic changes that work with their unique lifestyles and preferences. Haleigh approaches each client personally and individually. She has an anti-diet, all-foods-fit, trauma-informed approach to care. She enjoys the challenge of working closely with each client to meet their goals and live their best life while building a healthier relationship with food and their body.
Specialties include: disordered eating, mindful eating, intuitive eating, diabetes, and general lifestyle and nutrition for health and wellness
Haleigh is a registered dietitian who is passionate about helping her clients discover their love for food and their bodies. Haleigh provides evidence-based nutrition education and works to empower clients to make realistic changes that work with their unique lifestyles and preferences. Haleigh approaches each client personally and individually. She has an anti-diet, all-foods-fit, trauma-informed approach to care. She enjoys the challenge of working closely with each client to meet their goals and live their best life while building a healthier relationship with food and their body.
I am a functionally trained, bilingual Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES), as well as the founder of Eating Right Matters.
With over 30 years of experience,I focus on helping patients successfully and sustainably achieve their health goals. Specialties include: wellness, weight management, Pre- diabetes, Diabetes, heart disease, inflammation, women’s health (PCOS, menopause) Nutrigenomics (genetic testing) and much more.
I am a functionally trained, bilingual Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES), as well as the founder of Eating Right Matters.
With over 30 years of experience,I focus on helping patients successfully and sustainably achieve their health goals. Specialties include: wellness, weight management, Pre- diabetes, Diabetes, heart disease, inflammation, women’s health (PCOS, menopause) Nutrigenomics (genetic testing) and much more.
About Laura and her Team: Laura Cipullo is a Registered Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educator, Certified Eating Disorder Registered Dietitian and four-time author, with offices in NYC and NJ.
Lisa Mikus, RD, CNSC, CDN is an author and nutrition expert specializing in adolescents/young adults with eating disorders and diabetes. Lisa leads mindful meal support groups, eats one on one with clients and counsels individuals through Laura Cipullo Whole Nutrition Services.
About Laura and her Team: Laura Cipullo is a Registered Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educator, Certified Eating Disorder Registered Dietitian and four-time author, with offices in NYC and NJ.
Lisa Mikus, RD, CNSC, CDN is an author and nutrition expert specializing in adolescents/young adults with eating disorders and diabetes. Lisa leads mindful meal support groups, eats one on one with clients and counsels individuals through Laura Cipullo Whole Nutrition Services.
If you suffer from diabetes, heart disease, kidney disease, arthritic pain, migraines, fibromyalgia, digestive disorders, thyroid disorders, other autoimmune disorders or would like to lose weight, having the right approach to your diet and health is essential to feeling better.
Being an integrative nutritionist means I focus on all aspects of your health and wellness rather than only your diagnosis or symptoms. I aim to listen to your concerns, needs and goals and help you achieve your desired result through individualized counseling tailored to your specific lifestyle.
If you suffer from diabetes, heart disease, kidney disease, arthritic pain, migraines, fibromyalgia, digestive disorders, thyroid disorders, other autoimmune disorders or would like to lose weight, having the right approach to your diet and health is essential to feeling better.
Being an integrative nutritionist means I focus on all aspects of your health and wellness rather than only your diagnosis or symptoms. I aim to listen to your concerns, needs and goals and help you achieve your desired result through individualized counseling tailored to your specific lifestyle.
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.
Diabetes Nutritionists and Dietitians
What is diabetes?
Diabetes is a metabolic condition characterized by excessively high blood sugar levels due to insufficient insulin. Insulin is a hormone essential for reducing blood sugar by enabling cells to absorb glucose from the bloodstream. Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition where the pancreas fails to produce enough insulin due to an inflammatory process affecting insulin-producing cells. In contrast, type 2 diabetes is an acquired condition resulting from a combination of genetic and lifestyle factors, such as obesity and physical inactivity. In type 2 diabetes, the body has an impaired response to insulin, known as "insulin resistance." Even if the pancreas produces a normal amount of insulin, the body stops responding effectively to the hormone, resulting in impaired glucose uptake into cells.
Is type 2 diabetes caused by a bad diet?
Type 2 diabetes is a complex disease influenced by both genetic and lifestyle factors. Research has shown that poor diet is a major contributor, particularly the consumption of sugar-rich foods and refined carbohydrates, which can lead to insulin resistance. An unhealthy diet promoting obesity is another risk factor, as excess weight increases the likelihood of developing type 2 diabetes. Additional lifestyle factors such as physical inactivity, smoking, and excessive alcohol consumption also contribute to the disease's onset. These elements collectively underscore the importance of healthy diet choices in preventing type 2 diabetes.
How does nutrition affect diabetes?
Nutrition plays a vital role in managing both type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Keeping track of carbohydrate intake is essential for proper insulin dosing and maintaining healthy blood sugar levels. To manage blood sugar effectively, many people with diabetes avoid foods that cause spikes in blood sugar, like sugary snacks and refined carbs such as white bread. Instead, they focus on foods that help stabilize blood sugar, like healthy fats and high-fiber options. Portion control and eating meals at regular times are also important for keeping blood sugar levels steady.
How can a dietitian help someone with diabetes?
Dietitians play a crucial role in assisting individuals with diabetes through lifestyle modification strategies and symptom management. Their expertise is particularly valuable for those recently diagnosed or at risk of developing diabetes. Dietitians provide guidance on tracking carbohydrate intake and appropriately dosing insulin, which is essential for effective diabetes management. For individuals with type 2 diabetes, dietitians can help design weight loss plans and recommend specific dietary modifications, such as increasing the intake of plant-based foods, to promote a healthier lifestyle. In addition, dietitians will often work with other medical professionals on a patient's care team to help the patient navigate symptoms and can thus help the patient integrate input from various professional sources in the management of their condition.