Heart Health Nutritionists and Dietitians in Westchester County, NY
The Life Focus Nutrition Centers are a comprehensive nutrition practice specializing in individual adults, teen and children nutrition. Expertise in weight management, diabetes, cholesterol and cardiac management, cancer prevention, gastrointestinal diseases (food sensitivities,IBS, crohn's, colitis, sports nutrition,and pregnancy related issues. Additionally, for childhood nutrition (autism, failure to thrive, picky eaters, and food allergies guidelines are available . Our focus is to educate diverse cultures based on food prefereces. Healthy food choices for you and your planet!
The Life Focus Nutrition Centers are a comprehensive nutrition practice specializing in individual adults, teen and children nutrition. Expertise in weight management, diabetes, cholesterol and cardiac management, cancer prevention, gastrointestinal diseases (food sensitivities,IBS, crohn's, colitis, sports nutrition,and pregnancy related issues. Additionally, for childhood nutrition (autism, failure to thrive, picky eaters, and food allergies guidelines are available . Our focus is to educate diverse cultures based on food prefereces. Healthy food choices for you and your planet!
Are you feeling overwhelmed managing diabetes? Ashley can help you navigate your blood sugars while also addressing complicated relationships with food. Ashley helps her clients expertly manage blood sugars in a stress-free way. If you feel caught between the medical expectations of “perfect” diabetes management and the emotional toll of rigid food rules, guilt, or shame around eating, Ashley can help!
Are you feeling overwhelmed managing diabetes? Ashley can help you navigate your blood sugars while also addressing complicated relationships with food. Ashley helps her clients expertly manage blood sugars in a stress-free way. If you feel caught between the medical expectations of “perfect” diabetes management and the emotional toll of rigid food rules, guilt, or shame around eating, Ashley can help!
I help simplify nutrition so you can eat smarter and optimize your body, mind and health. I am a realist and believe your food plan should fit your lifestyle - whether you’re managing an illness like epilepsy, trying to lose weight, lower your cholesterol, or just want feel and look your best. I get it; we are all constantly bombarded with different diets and workouts that guarantee weight loss or health cures. Most of the time, they lead to feeling overwhelmed, cyclical dieting and feeling deprived. With my help, you can learn how to put an end to your health struggles and start to look and feel your best starting today.
I help simplify nutrition so you can eat smarter and optimize your body, mind and health. I am a realist and believe your food plan should fit your lifestyle - whether you’re managing an illness like epilepsy, trying to lose weight, lower your cholesterol, or just want feel and look your best. I get it; we are all constantly bombarded with different diets and workouts that guarantee weight loss or health cures. Most of the time, they lead to feeling overwhelmed, cyclical dieting and feeling deprived. With my help, you can learn how to put an end to your health struggles and start to look and feel your best starting today.
My custom-designed nutrition counseling, cooking, and education programs help my clients to better understand how food works in their bodies and how to make the best possible food choices for themselves and their families. I've helped clients to understand and overcome the food-related challenges of allergies and intolerances, digestive problems, autoimmune issues, diabetes, eating disorders, cancer, developmental disabilities, and cardiovascular disease, as well as those looking to achieve and maintain a healthy weight, develop a more positive relationship with food, or to simply fine tune their eating habits.
My custom-designed nutrition counseling, cooking, and education programs help my clients to better understand how food works in their bodies and how to make the best possible food choices for themselves and their families. I've helped clients to understand and overcome the food-related challenges of allergies and intolerances, digestive problems, autoimmune issues, diabetes, eating disorders, cancer, developmental disabilities, and cardiovascular disease, as well as those looking to achieve and maintain a healthy weight, develop a more positive relationship with food, or to simply fine tune their eating habits.
"Has it been a while since you felt well? Are you looking to manage your symptoms in the short term + heal in the long term?" As an Integrative and Functional Nutritionist + Certified LEAP Therapist, I work to uncover underlying root causes for your health conditions. A variety of symptoms can be traced to poor gut health. Whatever the root cause, I blend whole-food therapies, targeted nutrition supplements, + lifestyle changes to support your body's ability to heal + feel better. My approach is thorough + detailed. I utilize current health information, lab work, food logs, + track your historical health record and symptoms.
"Has it been a while since you felt well? Are you looking to manage your symptoms in the short term + heal in the long term?" As an Integrative and Functional Nutritionist + Certified LEAP Therapist, I work to uncover underlying root causes for your health conditions. A variety of symptoms can be traced to poor gut health. Whatever the root cause, I blend whole-food therapies, targeted nutrition supplements, + lifestyle changes to support your body's ability to heal + feel better. My approach is thorough + detailed. I utilize current health information, lab work, food logs, + track your historical health record and symptoms.
Are you ready to feel better, gain vitality and optimal health? Overwhelmed by health challenges, struggling and tired of being sick? My focus is to determine your underlying health problems and treat it. I specialize in addressing various symptoms including: nutritional deficiencies and intolerances, inflammation, fatigue, allergies, digestive issues such as gas, bloat, constipation, diabetes and sugar imbalances, high cholesterol and blood pressure, hormonal imbalances, stress, toxicity, detoxification and more. I develop weight loss programs designed around you, your goals and your commitment to achieving your ideal weight. This will be the last weight loss program you will ever need.
Are you ready to feel better, gain vitality and optimal health? Overwhelmed by health challenges, struggling and tired of being sick? My focus is to determine your underlying health problems and treat it. I specialize in addressing various symptoms including: nutritional deficiencies and intolerances, inflammation, fatigue, allergies, digestive issues such as gas, bloat, constipation, diabetes and sugar imbalances, high cholesterol and blood pressure, hormonal imbalances, stress, toxicity, detoxification and more. I develop weight loss programs designed around you, your goals and your commitment to achieving your ideal weight. This will be the last weight loss program you will ever need.
If you struggle with an eating disorder, disordered eating, chronic dieting, or other health conditions, you have come to the right place. We believe that difficult relationships with food and body image are barriers to living life fully. We are passionate about helping our clients develop a positive relationship with food and body image through a weight-inclusive, individualized approach. We offer you a safe and non-judgmental space for healing,
If you struggle with an eating disorder, disordered eating, chronic dieting, or other health conditions, you have come to the right place. We believe that difficult relationships with food and body image are barriers to living life fully. We are passionate about helping our clients develop a positive relationship with food and body image through a weight-inclusive, individualized approach. We offer you a safe and non-judgmental space for healing,
Alex focuses on the central core and most important aspects of nutrition and health. She creates an individualized plan based on your specific nutritional needs, medical and family history, weight history, preferences and lifestyle. Alex specializes in weight management and medical nutrition therapy and holds a specialty in diabetes. Through her extensive experience with the pediatric and adult population, Alex has developed her own specialized style of counseling to help each patient achieve his or her goals. She implements evidence-based research and cutting edge science, and uses techniques that help you make realistic and permanent changes and provides constant support and motivation.
Alex focuses on the central core and most important aspects of nutrition and health. She creates an individualized plan based on your specific nutritional needs, medical and family history, weight history, preferences and lifestyle. Alex specializes in weight management and medical nutrition therapy and holds a specialty in diabetes. Through her extensive experience with the pediatric and adult population, Alex has developed her own specialized style of counseling to help each patient achieve his or her goals. She implements evidence-based research and cutting edge science, and uses techniques that help you make realistic and permanent changes and provides constant support and motivation.
As a dietitian, I educate, empower and give you the tools needed to create new eating habits, and promote positive lifestyle changes that are sustainable and realistic. With a client centered approach, I provide individualized nutrition counseling people of all ages. There is no “one size fits all” solution when it comes to achieving health.
As a dietitian, I educate, empower and give you the tools needed to create new eating habits, and promote positive lifestyle changes that are sustainable and realistic. With a client centered approach, I provide individualized nutrition counseling people of all ages. There is no “one size fits all” solution when it comes to achieving health.
I have successfully helped hundreds achieve health, weight, and athletic performance goals. I provide individual counseling to help motivate the client and take the steps necessary to achieve permanent change. When appropriate, I help redefine the individual's relationship with food. Many are confused by media representations of rapidly changing recommendations. As a nutrition educator at Columbia University, I stay abreast of the latest research and am adept at explaining advances in the field and integrating them into diet planning. I work with athletic teams ranging from high school to collegiate and professional.
I have successfully helped hundreds achieve health, weight, and athletic performance goals. I provide individual counseling to help motivate the client and take the steps necessary to achieve permanent change. When appropriate, I help redefine the individual's relationship with food. Many are confused by media representations of rapidly changing recommendations. As a nutrition educator at Columbia University, I stay abreast of the latest research and am adept at explaining advances in the field and integrating them into diet planning. I work with athletic teams ranging from high school to collegiate and professional.
I specialize in healthy diet support, weight loss, sports nutrition, wedding nutrition, and medical nutrition therapy (change the diet to help alleviate conditions such as high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, fatty liver, or metabolic syndrome).
My approach to nutrition counseling is a collaboration. No two people are the same so why should the nutrition counseling they receive be one-size-fits-all? We start with what you, the client want to accomplish and where you're at, and this collaboration . The results in a customized plan, making small changes that lead to long lasting results for lifelong health. It's amazing how sometimes the smallest changes make the largest impacts on our life, and I'm here to help you discover the path that gets you to your goal.
I specialize in healthy diet support, weight loss, sports nutrition, wedding nutrition, and medical nutrition therapy (change the diet to help alleviate conditions such as high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, fatty liver, or metabolic syndrome).
My approach to nutrition counseling is a collaboration. No two people are the same so why should the nutrition counseling they receive be one-size-fits-all? We start with what you, the client want to accomplish and where you're at, and this collaboration . The results in a customized plan, making small changes that lead to long lasting results for lifelong health. It's amazing how sometimes the smallest changes make the largest impacts on our life, and I'm here to help you discover the path that gets you to your goal.
My practice focuses on helping patients create and sustain new eating and lifestyle behaviors that can effectively improve their medical conditions, support immunity, increase energy and well being. I specialize in nutrition counseling for adults, adolescents and children regarding weight control, eating disorders, cholesterol abnormalities, auto-immune conditions, hypertension, diabetes, irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease, pre/post bariatric surgery counseling, food allergies/ sensitivities, and a number of additional medical conditions. I provide accurate information regarding the impact of nutrition on a patient's medical condition(s). This is the cornerstone in creating permanent and effective nutrition/lifestyle changes.
My practice focuses on helping patients create and sustain new eating and lifestyle behaviors that can effectively improve their medical conditions, support immunity, increase energy and well being. I specialize in nutrition counseling for adults, adolescents and children regarding weight control, eating disorders, cholesterol abnormalities, auto-immune conditions, hypertension, diabetes, irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease, pre/post bariatric surgery counseling, food allergies/ sensitivities, and a number of additional medical conditions. I provide accurate information regarding the impact of nutrition on a patient's medical condition(s). This is the cornerstone in creating permanent and effective nutrition/lifestyle changes.
When I imagine my ideal client, I picture someone motivated, intelligent, and ready for meaningful change—yet often frustrated by confusing, incomplete, or contradictory health information. They may be dealing with chronic symptoms, low energy, inflammation, digestive problems, weight issues, hormonal shifts, or simply the sense that they’re not functioning at their best. Many have already visited multiple practitioners without receiving clear answers, and they come to me looking for a comprehensive, science-based, holistic approach that finally makes sense of their health concerns.
My ideal client needs a practitioner who can conne
When I imagine my ideal client, I picture someone motivated, intelligent, and ready for meaningful change—yet often frustrated by confusing, incomplete, or contradictory health information. They may be dealing with chronic symptoms, low energy, inflammation, digestive problems, weight issues, hormonal shifts, or simply the sense that they’re not functioning at their best. Many have already visited multiple practitioners without receiving clear answers, and they come to me looking for a comprehensive, science-based, holistic approach that finally makes sense of their health concerns.
My ideal client needs a practitioner who can conne
Hello there! My name is Andie and I am a registered dietitian specializing in intuitive eating, eating disorders and disordered eating, pediatric nutrition, and general nutrition and wellness. My personalized approach to nutrition focuses on meeting clients wherever they're currently at and working collaboratively towards goals- whatever those might be! I'm passionate about empowering individuals to understand their bodies' needs and develop habits that allow them to nourish themselves confidently, for life. Progress > perfection!
Hello there! My name is Andie and I am a registered dietitian specializing in intuitive eating, eating disorders and disordered eating, pediatric nutrition, and general nutrition and wellness. My personalized approach to nutrition focuses on meeting clients wherever they're currently at and working collaboratively towards goals- whatever those might be! I'm passionate about empowering individuals to understand their bodies' needs and develop habits that allow them to nourish themselves confidently, for life. Progress > perfection!
Hello! I’m Megan Fahey, MS, RD, IFNCP, RYT 200 a Registered Dietitian, Functional Medicine Nutritionist and Registered Yoga Teacher. My private practice, located between Palm Beach & NY, was founded to help women heal their relationships with food and free patterns of disordered eating.
My nutrition sessions artfully blend eastern and western healing modalities. I believe that every person deserves to transform their relationship with food into the fullest expression of self-care.
As a frequent traveler, avid reader, and amateur chef, I have an endless curiosity about the intersection between nature and culture.
Hello! I’m Megan Fahey, MS, RD, IFNCP, RYT 200 a Registered Dietitian, Functional Medicine Nutritionist and Registered Yoga Teacher. My private practice, located between Palm Beach & NY, was founded to help women heal their relationships with food and free patterns of disordered eating.
My nutrition sessions artfully blend eastern and western healing modalities. I believe that every person deserves to transform their relationship with food into the fullest expression of self-care.
As a frequent traveler, avid reader, and amateur chef, I have an endless curiosity about the intersection between nature and culture.
Conditions Treated: Weight Management, Eating Disorders, Diabetes, Heart Disease, Hypertension, High Cholesterol, Gastrointestinal Disorders, Gastric Bypass Pre/Post Surgery, Food Allergies and Chronic Kidney Disease.
It is our goal to help fine tune your personal nutrition. Whether you want to lose or gain weight, help prevent or treat a disease, tackle a food allergy or just want to learn how to eat healthy, NutriGreene will create an individualized meal plan to help you reach your goals. We now accept a wide variety of insurance plans, with over 20 dietitians in our practice. NutriGreene has been serving the community for over 12 years.
Conditions Treated: Weight Management, Eating Disorders, Diabetes, Heart Disease, Hypertension, High Cholesterol, Gastrointestinal Disorders, Gastric Bypass Pre/Post Surgery, Food Allergies and Chronic Kidney Disease.
It is our goal to help fine tune your personal nutrition. Whether you want to lose or gain weight, help prevent or treat a disease, tackle a food allergy or just want to learn how to eat healthy, NutriGreene will create an individualized meal plan to help you reach your goals. We now accept a wide variety of insurance plans, with over 20 dietitians in our practice. NutriGreene has been serving the community for over 12 years.
Struggling with diabetes, weight, or digestive issues? I help clients uncover the root causes of symptoms—like inflammation, hormone imbalance, or gut dysfunction—and create personalized, sustainable plans that fit real life. With 16+ years as an RDN and CDCES, I guide you with evidence‑based, functional nutrition so you can lower A1C, improve digestion, boost energy, and feel confident in your health again.
Struggling with diabetes, weight, or digestive issues? I help clients uncover the root causes of symptoms—like inflammation, hormone imbalance, or gut dysfunction—and create personalized, sustainable plans that fit real life. With 16+ years as an RDN and CDCES, I guide you with evidence‑based, functional nutrition so you can lower A1C, improve digestion, boost energy, and feel confident in your health again.
I can also help you navigate different conditions such as heart conditions, gastrointestinal conditions, kidney disease and more!
My goal is to help you improve your relationship with food & ditch the fad diets. My goal is to not only help my clients lose weight but also the skills you will need to maintain results you achieve by building a solid foundation of baseline habits that will serve you for the rest of your life. Whether you want to lose weight, help aid in preventing or a plan that will help you treat a disease, you want to just improve your overall health & wellness, I am here to help you! I accept insurance as well as private pay.
I can also help you navigate different conditions such as heart conditions, gastrointestinal conditions, kidney disease and more!
My goal is to help you improve your relationship with food & ditch the fad diets. My goal is to not only help my clients lose weight but also the skills you will need to maintain results you achieve by building a solid foundation of baseline habits that will serve you for the rest of your life. Whether you want to lose weight, help aid in preventing or a plan that will help you treat a disease, you want to just improve your overall health & wellness, I am here to help you! I accept insurance as well as private pay.
Hi, I’m Amy! I’m a Registered Dietitian & bodybuilder with 11 years of experience who knows firsthand what it’s like to put in maximum effort and still feel stuck. If you’re training hard, eating well, and not seeing the results you expect, you’re not broken. And if this is your very first step toward prioritizing your health and changing your life, you’re exactly where you’re meant to be. My approach blends sustainable, evidence-based nutrition with personalized support, meeting you where you are and helping you move forward with clarity and confidence.
Hi, I’m Amy! I’m a Registered Dietitian & bodybuilder with 11 years of experience who knows firsthand what it’s like to put in maximum effort and still feel stuck. If you’re training hard, eating well, and not seeing the results you expect, you’re not broken. And if this is your very first step toward prioritizing your health and changing your life, you’re exactly where you’re meant to be. My approach blends sustainable, evidence-based nutrition with personalized support, meeting you where you are and helping you move forward with clarity and confidence.
I’m a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist specializing in eating disorders and disordered eating. I primarily work with young adults and adults across a range of presentations, including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, ARFID, and chronic dieting.
I have experience supporting individuals at various stages of recovery including residential, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient and outpatient levels of care. These experiences have reinforced my belief in meeting individuals where they are and honoring autonomy in our work together.
I’m a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist specializing in eating disorders and disordered eating. I primarily work with young adults and adults across a range of presentations, including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, ARFID, and chronic dieting.
I have experience supporting individuals at various stages of recovery including residential, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient and outpatient levels of care. These experiences have reinforced my belief in meeting individuals where they are and honoring autonomy in our work together.
Heart Health Nutritionists and Dietitians
How does nutrition affect heart health?
Nutrition plays a significant role in heart health, affecting conditions such as heart disease, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol. Consuming too much saturated and trans fats can raise "bad" cholesterol levels, potentially leading to clogged arteries and heart disease. In addition, high-sugar and refined carb foods, common in the American diet, are often high in calories but low in nutrients. Abundant consumption of such foods can lead to conditions such as weight gain and diabetes, which put extra strain on the heart. Excess sodium intake is yet another dietary component that can impact heart health. Consumption of too much sodium can raise blood pressure, making the heart work harder. Conversely, eating plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats helps support heart health through the maintenance of healthy cholesterol levels and the reduction of inflammation.
What diet is best for heart health?
In general, experts recommend a plant-based diet high in fiber, healthy fats, and lean protein as the best nutrition approach to a heart healthy diet. The "Mediterranean diet," characterized by the consumption of lots of healthy fats, vegetables, beans, and whole grains is one common diet with abundant evidence supporting its efficacy in reducing blood cholesterol levels and preventing cardiovascular and metabolic diseases. The Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet is another common diet shown to reduce blood pressure and positively impact heart health; the DASH diet emphasizes the consumption of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low fat dairy products with a particular focus on reducing the consumption of saturated fats. Conversely, diets that include the consumption of large amounts of protein and fats—such as the keto diet and atkins diet—are generally not recommended for those with heart conditions or high cholesterol levels due to the high levels of saturated and trans fats such diets can include.
What foods increase one's risk of heart disease?
Foods high in saturated and trans fats, such as fatty meats, cream, butter, and pastries, can have a very negative impact on heart health. In addition, sweets, high-sugar drinks, and refined carbohydrates like white bread and pasta are usually good to avoid in order to positively impact heart health. Replacing saturated fats with unsaturated fat alternatives, such as consuming lean fish high in omega-3 fatty acids instead of red meat, is often a good strategy, as is replacing highly-processed and sugar-rich foods with alternative carbohydrates, such as fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.
Why should someone with heart disease see a dietitian?
Dietitians are specifically trained to use diet modifications to manage health, so individuals with heart disease may greatly benefit from seeing a dietitian to improve their cardiac health. Dietitians can help clients identify foods that support heart health, such as whole grains, as well as help clients eliminate foods that can place a strain on the heart when consumed in large quantities over time, such as saturated and trans fats. Dietitians can also help hold clients accountable for their nutrition and provide resources for other lifestyle modifications that support heart health, such as exercise, smoking cessation, and alcohol consumption reduction. Additionally, dietitians can assist in managing other chronic diseases often associated with heart disease, such as kidney conditions or diabetes.