Gastrointestinal (GI) Nutritionists and Dietitians in Luzerne County, PA
My vision is for all of us to live in a world where food is fuel, food is comfort, and food is fun. If you have ever struggled with your relationship with food, I want you to know there is hope. No extremes, no fad diets. Just healthy habit formation and education.
My vision is for all of us to live in a world where food is fuel, food is comfort, and food is fun. If you have ever struggled with your relationship with food, I want you to know there is hope. No extremes, no fad diets. Just healthy habit formation and education.
Online Dietitians and Nutritionists
I am a licensed, registered dietitian with over 25 years of expertise in counseling individuals on nutrition. I enjoy working with clients and helping them make life-long changes in their eating habits, addressing not only what foods to eat, but how to eat, when to eat, and why we eat. I have worked successfully with individuals with many different diagnoses, helping them deal with multiple health issues. I enjoy developing an ongoing working relationship with my clients, showing how nutrition can make a positive difference in their lives, as it has in my own.
I am a licensed, registered dietitian with over 25 years of expertise in counseling individuals on nutrition. I enjoy working with clients and helping them make life-long changes in their eating habits, addressing not only what foods to eat, but how to eat, when to eat, and why we eat. I have worked successfully with individuals with many different diagnoses, helping them deal with multiple health issues. I enjoy developing an ongoing working relationship with my clients, showing how nutrition can make a positive difference in their lives, as it has in my own.
Olena Zinshtein, founder of Key Nutrition LLC is a registered dietitian. Olena has been working with a variety of patient populations including but not limited to managing Diabetes, Heart disease, Renal disease, Gastrointestinal disorders, weight loss/gain, and food allergies.
Olena works closely with her clients learning what their struggle with food is in order to help them establish a healthy relationship with food. She provides knowledge and tools for a long-term success in achieving client’s goals to fit personal lifestyle, health concerns, and food preferences. Olena practices medical nutrition therapy based on the latest evidence based research.
Olena Zinshtein, founder of Key Nutrition LLC is a registered dietitian. Olena has been working with a variety of patient populations including but not limited to managing Diabetes, Heart disease, Renal disease, Gastrointestinal disorders, weight loss/gain, and food allergies.
Olena works closely with her clients learning what their struggle with food is in order to help them establish a healthy relationship with food. She provides knowledge and tools for a long-term success in achieving client’s goals to fit personal lifestyle, health concerns, and food preferences. Olena practices medical nutrition therapy based on the latest evidence based research.
In March of 2022, founder, owner and lead nutrition therapist at Nutrition That Heals, Jessica Kelly, was diagnosed with endometriosis. As a registered dietitian she knew that she had to turn her full attention to anti-inflammatory foods, proper hydration, and self-care. Once Jess had figured out how to make food nourishing for her body and its unique needs, she knew she had to share what she learned with others. She has been helping people with their health and well-being ever since. She is proud to be a HAES (R)-aligned provider and a member of EDRD Pro. She is grateful to have a group of amazing clinicians working with her.
In March of 2022, founder, owner and lead nutrition therapist at Nutrition That Heals, Jessica Kelly, was diagnosed with endometriosis. As a registered dietitian she knew that she had to turn her full attention to anti-inflammatory foods, proper hydration, and self-care. Once Jess had figured out how to make food nourishing for her body and its unique needs, she knew she had to share what she learned with others. She has been helping people with their health and well-being ever since. She is proud to be a HAES (R)-aligned provider and a member of EDRD Pro. She is grateful to have a group of amazing clinicians working with her.
I've gained 6 years of experience as a dietitian working with malnutrition, chronic disease, cancer treatment, enteral and parenteral nutrition, GI disorders, intuitive eating, and eating disorders.
Hi, I'm Hannah! An anti-diet, HAES-aligned, Registered Dietitian and body image specialist dedicated to helping you heal your relationship with food and cultivate body confidence. I empower clients to find love and compassion for themselves as well as freedom from chronic dieting and disordered eating. My work guides clients to rewire thinking about food and eating to ditch dieting for good and finally feel freedom and peace around food. I uses somatic meditations to teach individuals to interpret and respond to the hidden messages lying within the physical body.
I've gained 6 years of experience as a dietitian working with malnutrition, chronic disease, cancer treatment, enteral and parenteral nutrition, GI disorders, intuitive eating, and eating disorders.
Hi, I'm Hannah! An anti-diet, HAES-aligned, Registered Dietitian and body image specialist dedicated to helping you heal your relationship with food and cultivate body confidence. I empower clients to find love and compassion for themselves as well as freedom from chronic dieting and disordered eating. My work guides clients to rewire thinking about food and eating to ditch dieting for good and finally feel freedom and peace around food. I uses somatic meditations to teach individuals to interpret and respond to the hidden messages lying within the physical body.
I specialize helping individuals navigating eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, ARFID, OSFED), as well as those experiencing GI concerns, body image, identity exploration, or major life transitions.
I provide eating disorder nutrition therapy using a HAES-aligned, non-diet approach. With experience at PHP and IOP levels, I support clients at all stages of recovery—including those new to care or feeling stuck. Together, we build practical skills, explore underlying patterns, and create a more flexible, supportive relationship with food.
I specialize helping individuals navigating eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, ARFID, OSFED), as well as those experiencing GI concerns, body image, identity exploration, or major life transitions.
I provide eating disorder nutrition therapy using a HAES-aligned, non-diet approach. With experience at PHP and IOP levels, I support clients at all stages of recovery—including those new to care or feeling stuck. Together, we build practical skills, explore underlying patterns, and create a more flexible, supportive relationship with food.
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.
Stephanie has additional experience treating gastrointestinal issues, diabetes management, cardiovascular health, and renal disease.
Stephanie uses a holistic and evidence-based approach, delivered with support, understanding, and compassion to help others find sustainable peace with food.
Stephanie has additional experience treating gastrointestinal issues, diabetes management, cardiovascular health, and renal disease.
Stephanie uses a holistic and evidence-based approach, delivered with support, understanding, and compassion to help others find sustainable peace with food.
Are you struggling with chronic health issues like obesity, migraines, fatigue, brain fog, or digestive problems like IBS or fibromyalgia?
I specialize in uncovering the root causes of your symptoms and creating personalized plans. By focusing on personalized nutrition and specialized lab testing, I identify imbalances in hormones, gut health, vitamins, and metabolism. I create tailored nutrition plans that address your unique needs, helping you achieve lasting wellness and optimal health.
Are you struggling with chronic health issues like obesity, migraines, fatigue, brain fog, or digestive problems like IBS or fibromyalgia?
I specialize in uncovering the root causes of your symptoms and creating personalized plans. By focusing on personalized nutrition and specialized lab testing, I identify imbalances in hormones, gut health, vitamins, and metabolism. I create tailored nutrition plans that address your unique needs, helping you achieve lasting wellness and optimal health.
If your thoughts about food or your body feel constant, overwhelming, or hard to quiet—you’re not alone. Working with individuals and athletes, I support you in healing your relationship with food and fueling your body with balance and intention—so you can build trust with your body, feel confident in how you care for it, and reconnect with your strongest, healthiest, and happiest self. I specialize in eating disorders, disordered eating, body image concerns, chronic dieting, sports nutrition and performance fueling, and managing a range of health conditions—all through a weight-inclusive, non-diet approach.
If your thoughts about food or your body feel constant, overwhelming, or hard to quiet—you’re not alone. Working with individuals and athletes, I support you in healing your relationship with food and fueling your body with balance and intention—so you can build trust with your body, feel confident in how you care for it, and reconnect with your strongest, healthiest, and happiest self. I specialize in eating disorders, disordered eating, body image concerns, chronic dieting, sports nutrition and performance fueling, and managing a range of health conditions—all through a weight-inclusive, non-diet approach.
While many of his clients seek general weight loss to optimize their overall health, he is equally skilled in providing medical nutrition therapy for diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, digestive issues, and sports nutrition.
Dalton is a Registered Dietitian specializing in weight loss and body transformation. For the last decade, Dalton has dedicated his life to improving the health and well-being of hundreds of clients. He is known as a specialist in the field of weight loss, with highly successful methods for delivering lasting results.
While many of his clients seek general weight loss to optimize their overall health, he is equally skilled in providing medical nutrition therapy for diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, digestive issues, and sports nutrition.
Dalton is a Registered Dietitian specializing in weight loss and body transformation. For the last decade, Dalton has dedicated his life to improving the health and well-being of hundreds of clients. He is known as a specialist in the field of weight loss, with highly successful methods for delivering lasting results.
Victoria specializes in, but is not limited to weight management, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, GI disorders, food sensitivities, disordered eating, mental health, pre- and post menopausal symptoms, GLP-1 therapy and wellness..
Victoria W. Goodman, DSC,RD,LDN,CLT is a registered dietitian and nutrition therapist with a private practice in Pennsylvania and Maryland. Not only is Victoria accomplished in the science of medical nutrition therapy, she is passionate about promoting healthy dietary and lifestyle changes and has helped a diverse group of clients obtain their individual goals. A functional and holistic approach in accordance to medical needs and food presences help to support her mission.
Victoria specializes in, but is not limited to weight management, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, GI disorders, food sensitivities, disordered eating, mental health, pre- and post menopausal symptoms, GLP-1 therapy and wellness..
Victoria W. Goodman, DSC,RD,LDN,CLT is a registered dietitian and nutrition therapist with a private practice in Pennsylvania and Maryland. Not only is Victoria accomplished in the science of medical nutrition therapy, she is passionate about promoting healthy dietary and lifestyle changes and has helped a diverse group of clients obtain their individual goals. A functional and holistic approach in accordance to medical needs and food presences help to support her mission.
Ellen is a licensed registered dietitian based out of Lancaster, PA. Ellen currently offers virtual nutrition services. Work together to reach your health goals.
Ellen is a licensed registered dietitian based out of Lancaster, PA. Ellen currently offers virtual nutrition services. Work together to reach your health goals.
Whether you are looking to lose weight, improve your digestive health (I specialize in the Low FODMAP diet) lower cholesterol or blood sugar, I am happy to help!
If you have IBS, Celiac, Ulcerative Colitis, Crohns or other Digestive health issues? Let’s talk poop! I have completed advanced training in food allergies, the Low FODMAP diet, Celiac & inflammatory diseases. I also have 1st hand experience living gluten free. I can recommend healthy & yummy Gluten Free foods and recipes! I believe eating real whole foods.
Whether you are looking to lose weight, improve your digestive health (I specialize in the Low FODMAP diet) lower cholesterol or blood sugar, I am happy to help!
If you have IBS, Celiac, Ulcerative Colitis, Crohns or other Digestive health issues? Let’s talk poop! I have completed advanced training in food allergies, the Low FODMAP diet, Celiac & inflammatory diseases. I also have 1st hand experience living gluten free. I can recommend healthy & yummy Gluten Free foods and recipes! I believe eating real whole foods.
Specializing in nutrition, exercise, and a holistic approach to wellness,
my goal is to provide you the support, tools, & expertise needed to facilitate your health journey. Whether you are starting from square one or simply need a little extra guidance,
together we will create a customized plan that meets you where you are.
No Judgement and no quick fixes.
Just a practical and sustainable approach to lifelong wellness.
Specializing in nutrition, exercise, and a holistic approach to wellness,
my goal is to provide you the support, tools, & expertise needed to facilitate your health journey. Whether you are starting from square one or simply need a little extra guidance,
together we will create a customized plan that meets you where you are.
No Judgement and no quick fixes.
Just a practical and sustainable approach to lifelong wellness.
I specialize in complex health challenges and help clients recover from issues like autoimmune disease, severe digestive symptoms, hormone imbalances, chronic fatigue, brain fog, and stubborn weight that just won’t budge.
My clients often come to me after trying everything and feeling hopeless. Watching them light up with energy and feel amazing again is the best part of what I do.
I understand this journey deeply because I’ve lived it. I struggled most of my adult life with excess weight, hormonal imbalances, joint pain, anxiety/ depression, addictions, and more.
I specialize in complex health challenges and help clients recover from issues like autoimmune disease, severe digestive symptoms, hormone imbalances, chronic fatigue, brain fog, and stubborn weight that just won’t budge.
My clients often come to me after trying everything and feeling hopeless. Watching them light up with energy and feel amazing again is the best part of what I do.
I understand this journey deeply because I’ve lived it. I struggled most of my adult life with excess weight, hormonal imbalances, joint pain, anxiety/ depression, addictions, and more.
As a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) I work with each client to identify their specific health/nutrition goals and help guide and support them on their road to reaching their goals. I can work with you on anything from weight loss, diabetes treatment to developing a gluten-free diet plan. I am specialized in many other medical conditions as well. I support you with office visits, weekly phone calls, and email contact. Most individuals need from one to three sessions to get on the right track, but I am always happy to schedule additional visits as needed.
As a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) I work with each client to identify their specific health/nutrition goals and help guide and support them on their road to reaching their goals. I can work with you on anything from weight loss, diabetes treatment to developing a gluten-free diet plan. I am specialized in many other medical conditions as well. I support you with office visits, weekly phone calls, and email contact. Most individuals need from one to three sessions to get on the right track, but I am always happy to schedule additional visits as needed.
Our Vision: “Advancing health one whole person at a time.” Our Mission: Using integrative and functional medicine to practice patient-centered care and addressing health and wellness concerns by treating the whole person and not “parts” of the person or symptoms. Heart N Soul Nutrition uses a “food as medicine”approach to achieve optimal health and wellness in mind, body, and soul.
Our Vision: “Advancing health one whole person at a time.” Our Mission: Using integrative and functional medicine to practice patient-centered care and addressing health and wellness concerns by treating the whole person and not “parts” of the person or symptoms. Heart N Soul Nutrition uses a “food as medicine”approach to achieve optimal health and wellness in mind, body, and soul.
I specialize in complex, chronic health challenges and help clients address issues like autoimmune conditions, severe digestive symptoms, hormone imbalances, thyroid issues, chronic fatigue, brain fog, anxiety, depression, joint pain, stubborn weight that won’t budge, blood sugar dysregulation and diabetes support, PMS, oxalate & histamine issues & food intolerances.
I focus on uncovering and supporting the root causes of what’s going on in the body so real, lasting healing can begin.
My clients often come to me feeling frustrated, dismissed, and discouraged after trying everything without success. One of the most rewarding parts of my work is watching clients finally see the needle move with their health.
I specialize in complex, chronic health challenges and help clients address issues like autoimmune conditions, severe digestive symptoms, hormone imbalances, thyroid issues, chronic fatigue, brain fog, anxiety, depression, joint pain, stubborn weight that won’t budge, blood sugar dysregulation and diabetes support, PMS, oxalate & histamine issues & food intolerances.
I focus on uncovering and supporting the root causes of what’s going on in the body so real, lasting healing can begin.
My clients often come to me feeling frustrated, dismissed, and discouraged after trying everything without success. One of the most rewarding parts of my work is watching clients finally see the needle move with their health.
My specialties include PreDiabetes, T1DM, T2DM, CKD, Obesity, Malnutrition and some success with GI issues.
Our lives are complex enough, so I make nutrition easy and convenient. I am credentialed to accept payment direct from most health plans. I can help with menu item selection, 10 minute recipes and I look at your whole lifestyle not just food. Scales and calories are misleading - I have better ways to improve your health! Why not call me today?
My specialties include PreDiabetes, T1DM, T2DM, CKD, Obesity, Malnutrition and some success with GI issues.
Our lives are complex enough, so I make nutrition easy and convenient. I am credentialed to accept payment direct from most health plans. I can help with menu item selection, 10 minute recipes and I look at your whole lifestyle not just food. Scales and calories are misleading - I have better ways to improve your health! Why not call me today?
Gastrointestinal (GI) Nutritionists and Dietitians
What is gut health?
Gut health refers to the overall functioning and well-being of the gastrointestinal (GI) system. Key to gut health is the gut microbiome, which is the collection of healthy bacteria living in the gut. These bacteria are essential for the digestion and breakdown of food, and their health significantly impacts digestion. Poor gut health can result in symptoms such as bloating, gas, diarrhea, constipation, and general abdominal discomfort, which may indicate imbalances or issues with the gut microbiome.
Can diet help with GI issues?
Diet plays a major role in gut health, and changes in diet can often reduce or eliminate some of the symptoms associated with gastrointestinal (GI) issues. Often, GI distress is due to food intolerances or sensitivities, such as gluten sensitivity or lactose intolerance. In these cases, eliminating the problematic foods from the diet can resolve the issue. GI problems can also stem from a combination of environmental or genetic factors, such as in the case of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Disruptions in the gut microbiome, such as those caused by taking antibiotics, can also lead to GI issues. In both scenarios, maintaining a balanced diet as much as possible with foods that support a healthy microbiome—such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and probiotic foods—can often significantly reduce symptoms and improve gut health.
What are the best foods for gut health?
Maintaining a balanced microbiome is essential for gut health, and this is best achieved through a varied diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and probiotic foods. Fruits and vegetables provide essential nutrients and fiber, which nourish the beneficial bacteria in the gut. Probiotic foods, which are those that contain live bacteria, are also great for gut health. Consuming probiotic foods and drinks, such as yogurt, kefir, kombucha, and tempeh, can help support the microbiome by contributing to the diversity of bacteria within the gut.
When should I see a dietitian for GI issues?
Many people can benefit from seeing a dietitian for GI issues. In general, most dietitians are knowledgeable about what foods support gut health and may help clients choose foods that support a healthy GI system, such as fruits and vegetables high in fiber or foods high in probiotics. Dietitians may be especially beneficial to clients with known gastrointestinal concerns, such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). For clients diagnosed with these or similar conditions, dietitians can help clients identify food triggers and develop a meal plan for the client that minimizes symptoms. Dietitians may also work with clients who are having gastrointestinal distress (such as bloating, gas, constipation, diarrhea, etc.) but are not aware of the cause of their symptoms. In such cases, dietitians may be able to help the client identify the cause of the GI distress and coordinate with other medical professionals to help the client better manage their symptoms.