Sports Nutrition Nutritionists and Dietitians in Philadelphia, PA

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Laura Ascenzi
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LDN, CPT
Online Only
Do you feel overwhelmed by conflicting nutrition advice? There’s a flood of misinformation when it comes to health and wellness — and the truth is, nutrition is not one size fits all. That’s because real, lasting change doesn’t come from a one-time diet or quick fix. It comes from addressing the root causes of imbalance in your body and your life. I take a holistic, root-cause approach to wellness by looking at the whole person, not just the symptoms. Together, we explore how your nutrition, sleep, stress, movement, environment, and mindset are interconnected — and how they impact your ability to heal and thrive.
Do you feel overwhelmed by conflicting nutrition advice? There’s a flood of misinformation when it comes to health and wellness — and the truth is, nutrition is not one size fits all. That’s because real, lasting change doesn’t come from a one-time diet or quick fix. It comes from addressing the root causes of imbalance in your body and your life. I take a holistic, root-cause approach to wellness by looking at the whole person, not just the symptoms. Together, we explore how your nutrition, sleep, stress, movement, environment, and mindset are interconnected — and how they impact your ability to heal and thrive.
(833) 604-2105 View (833) 604-2105
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Laura Boll Peifer
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, MSW, RD, LDN
Serves Area
I specialize in weight management, cardio-metabolic health including pre-diabetes or elevated cholesterol, disease prevention, sports nutrition and women's health, including menopause and pregnancy.
I take an integrative approach to nutrition that includes the whole person and environment, beyond food. I believe in bio-individuality, that what is best for one person is not necessarily right for the next person. We'll create a plan tailored to you and your goals that feels sustainable for the long term.
I specialize in weight management, cardio-metabolic health including pre-diabetes or elevated cholesterol, disease prevention, sports nutrition and women's health, including menopause and pregnancy.
I take an integrative approach to nutrition that includes the whole person and environment, beyond food. I believe in bio-individuality, that what is best for one person is not necessarily right for the next person. We'll create a plan tailored to you and your goals that feels sustainable for the long term.
(223) 204-9432 View (223) 204-9432
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Cat Hammer
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN, CSSD
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you an athlete who is tired of guessing when it comes to your nutrition? If you've tried everything to either gain weight, lose weight, increase muscle mass, or improve overall athletic performance and haven't seen results, you just may not have found the nutrition approach that works for you. I help athletes and active adults to individualize their nutrition approach to help them achieve the results they desire.
Are you an athlete who is tired of guessing when it comes to your nutrition? If you've tried everything to either gain weight, lose weight, increase muscle mass, or improve overall athletic performance and haven't seen results, you just may not have found the nutrition approach that works for you. I help athletes and active adults to individualize their nutrition approach to help them achieve the results they desire.
(484) 207-6160 View (484) 207-6160
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Kristen Braconnier
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN
Serves Area
I specialize in sports nutrition, disordered eating, gastrointestinal issues, bariatric surgery, weight management, autoimmune disorders, pediatric nutrition and other medical nutrition therapies.
If you're dealing with constant hunger or excessive night time hunger, I've put together a free "Curb Your Hunger" Tips sheet on ways to feel more satisfied throughout the day. To get it just send an email to me at kristen@myhbnc.com with "Curb Your Hunger" in the subject line and I'll send it over to you!
I specialize in sports nutrition, disordered eating, gastrointestinal issues, bariatric surgery, weight management, autoimmune disorders, pediatric nutrition and other medical nutrition therapies.
If you're dealing with constant hunger or excessive night time hunger, I've put together a free "Curb Your Hunger" Tips sheet on ways to feel more satisfied throughout the day. To get it just send an email to me at kristen@myhbnc.com with "Curb Your Hunger" in the subject line and I'll send it over to you!
(610) 557-3956 View (610) 557-3956
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Dr. Walter E. Copeland II
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MBA, MSN, CLC, CHC, Pn1
Serves Area
Dr. Walter E. Copeland II holds a Doctor of Medical Science degree, an MBA, and an MS in Nutrition. He is an exercise and sports nutritionist who focuses on individualized eating plans to stave off medical conditions and ailments that may hinder one's quality of life. Experience in helping people who are sedentary to an active lifestyle, such as diabetes, hypertension, high blood pressure, arthritis, etc.
Dr. Walter E. Copeland II holds a Doctor of Medical Science degree, an MBA, and an MS in Nutrition. He is an exercise and sports nutritionist who focuses on individualized eating plans to stave off medical conditions and ailments that may hinder one's quality of life. Experience in helping people who are sedentary to an active lifestyle, such as diabetes, hypertension, high blood pressure, arthritis, etc.
(267) 214-9769 View (267) 214-9769
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Madeline Kuras
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN
Serves Area
Specialties are disordered eating, all eating disorders, sports nutrition, pregnancy, and weight management.
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.
Specialties are disordered eating, all eating disorders, sports nutrition, pregnancy, and weight management.
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.
(346) 517-5716 View (346) 517-5716
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Keith Saffold
Nutritionist/Dietitian, PhDc, MBA, RDN
1 Endorsed
Online Only
You track your health metrics, read nutrition labels, and want a plan that makes sense, not just another trend. You’ve tried vague advice that didn’t deliver results and now want something grounded in data. Whether you're managing a chronic condition, optimizing performance, or improving body composition, you want clarity, efficiency, and a strategy that actually works.
You track your health metrics, read nutrition labels, and want a plan that makes sense, not just another trend. You’ve tried vague advice that didn’t deliver results and now want something grounded in data. Whether you're managing a chronic condition, optimizing performance, or improving body composition, you want clarity, efficiency, and a strategy that actually works.
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Lauren Smith Nutrition Coaching LLC
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD
Serves Area
Our teams specialities include disordered eating, eating disorder recovery, sports nutrition, blood sugar management, and pre/ postpartum nutrition.
We offer 1:1 virtual nutrition counseling sessions, with the ability to add on support in between sessions. This includes zoom calls, access to an app where you can message us in between sessions, log your food, and receive custom materials to support your nutrition goals.
Our teams specialities include disordered eating, eating disorder recovery, sports nutrition, blood sugar management, and pre/ postpartum nutrition.
We offer 1:1 virtual nutrition counseling sessions, with the ability to add on support in between sessions. This includes zoom calls, access to an app where you can message us in between sessions, log your food, and receive custom materials to support your nutrition goals.
(484) 209-0787 View (484) 209-0787
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Tracy Brown,RD and Beverly Garden, RD
Nutritionist/Dietitian
Philadelphia, PA 19135
It is not often we are encouraged to honor our bodies needs. We live in world that teaches us to "watch it" and "have it together", especially around weight and food. Unfortunately, this constant pressure to "be good" can play a role in constant dieting, restricting, binging, purging and an all or nothing attitude around exercise. Fortunately, we can make peace with food and our bodies again. Our approach of trauma informed nutrition counseling and coaching teaches non-diet eating and body wisdom skills to learn to trust and feel safe inside the body and manage chronic issues such as burned and stressed out, PCOS and gut health.
It is not often we are encouraged to honor our bodies needs. We live in world that teaches us to "watch it" and "have it together", especially around weight and food. Unfortunately, this constant pressure to "be good" can play a role in constant dieting, restricting, binging, purging and an all or nothing attitude around exercise. Fortunately, we can make peace with food and our bodies again. Our approach of trauma informed nutrition counseling and coaching teaches non-diet eating and body wisdom skills to learn to trust and feel safe inside the body and manage chronic issues such as burned and stressed out, PCOS and gut health.
(215) 486-0669 View (215) 486-0669
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Clara Iuliano
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN
6 Endorsed
Online Only
My expertise includes plant-based diets and: weight loss, meal planning, habit changes, sports nutrition, menopause, balanced nutrition, vitamins & mineral deficiency, pregnancy, lactation, family & pediatric nutrition, digestive issues, IBS, PCOS, diabetes, hypertension, cholesterol, eating disorders, intuitive eating, anti-inflammatory nutrition and more!
Hello! I'm Clara, a plant-based dietitian with 20 years of expertise. I have been plant-based for over 20 years. I provide online consultations for those interested in plant-based, vegetarian, or vegan diets. With extensive experience in nutrition, I've helped individuals improve their health and achieve their goals. I offer a free 20-minute discovery call (via phone or Zoom). I work with Plant-Based Dietitians Ltd (www.plantbasedrds.com). Just send an email, and my customer service team will send you the scheduling link. You can also book a session directly.
My expertise includes plant-based diets and: weight loss, meal planning, habit changes, sports nutrition, menopause, balanced nutrition, vitamins & mineral deficiency, pregnancy, lactation, family & pediatric nutrition, digestive issues, IBS, PCOS, diabetes, hypertension, cholesterol, eating disorders, intuitive eating, anti-inflammatory nutrition and more!
Hello! I'm Clara, a plant-based dietitian with 20 years of expertise. I have been plant-based for over 20 years. I provide online consultations for those interested in plant-based, vegetarian, or vegan diets. With extensive experience in nutrition, I've helped individuals improve their health and achieve their goals. I offer a free 20-minute discovery call (via phone or Zoom). I work with Plant-Based Dietitians Ltd (www.plantbasedrds.com). Just send an email, and my customer service team will send you the scheduling link. You can also book a session directly.
(484) 787-5680 View (484) 787-5680
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Angela Luciani
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MBA, RD, LDN
Online Only
Angela Luciani holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics from Drexel University. As a clinical dietitian, Angela has extensive experience working with a variety of medical conditions - specializing specifically in weight loss, eating disorders (including Family Based Therapy), heart-healthy nutrition and much more.
Angela Luciani holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics from Drexel University. As a clinical dietitian, Angela has extensive experience working with a variety of medical conditions - specializing specifically in weight loss, eating disorders (including Family Based Therapy), heart-healthy nutrition and much more.
(717) 527-7988 View (717) 527-7988
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Wellness By Wendy
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN, CPT
Philadelphia, PA 19125
At Wellness By Wendy, my mission is to work with you to build lifelong, healthy nutrition habits. My approach is that all foods fit, and that enjoyment of life and good health are not mutually exclusive. My mission is to help you set the record straight on nutrition and learn how to build a healthy, non-restrictive eating plan that is individualized to your needs and preferences. While good food is the most important thing to me, I take a holistic wellness approach to make sure the good nutrition habits we establish together are serving you well in all other aspects of life including exercise, sleep, and mood.
At Wellness By Wendy, my mission is to work with you to build lifelong, healthy nutrition habits. My approach is that all foods fit, and that enjoyment of life and good health are not mutually exclusive. My mission is to help you set the record straight on nutrition and learn how to build a healthy, non-restrictive eating plan that is individualized to your needs and preferences. While good food is the most important thing to me, I take a holistic wellness approach to make sure the good nutrition habits we establish together are serving you well in all other aspects of life including exercise, sleep, and mood.
(856) 245-2539 View (856) 245-2539
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Nada Mays
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN
Philadelphia, PA 19134
Providing evidence-based, clinical nutrition counseling to support you in achieving your health goals.
Providing evidence-based, clinical nutrition counseling to support you in achieving your health goals.
(973) 846-9414 View (973) 846-9414
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Jessica Angel
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, MS, LDN
Online Only
Jessica will not only motivate you to reach your wellness goal she will guide and walk alongside you.
Jessica will not only motivate you to reach your wellness goal she will guide and walk alongside you.
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Julie Satterfeal
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, MS, LD
Online Only
Julie provides nutrition counseling with an intuitive eating approach that nurtures the body, mind and spirit while also addressing specific health care needs. Dieting has led many people to be frustrated and feel shame about eating and their bodies. Julie is dedicated to empowering people to ditch dieting and develop a positive relationship to food, their body, and authentic health. She has counseled hundreds of clients and is a professional speaker presenting nutrition topics to all audiences — from local forums to state and national conferences.
Julie provides nutrition counseling with an intuitive eating approach that nurtures the body, mind and spirit while also addressing specific health care needs. Dieting has led many people to be frustrated and feel shame about eating and their bodies. Julie is dedicated to empowering people to ditch dieting and develop a positive relationship to food, their body, and authentic health. She has counseled hundreds of clients and is a professional speaker presenting nutrition topics to all audiences — from local forums to state and national conferences.
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Dan Chase
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LD, LDN
Online Only
Dan utilizes a compassionate and empathetic approach, combining his understanding of human behavior with evidence-based nutrition science. He provides personalized counseling, recognizing that every client has unique needs, goals, and challenges. Dan has a particular interest in addressing the emotional and behavioral aspects of nutrition and lifestyle, intending to empower his clients to make sustainable changes.
Dan utilizes a compassionate and empathetic approach, combining his understanding of human behavior with evidence-based nutrition science. He provides personalized counseling, recognizing that every client has unique needs, goals, and challenges. Dan has a particular interest in addressing the emotional and behavioral aspects of nutrition and lifestyle, intending to empower his clients to make sustainable changes.
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Bailie Devlin
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LD
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Bailie is a Registered Dietitian with experience in weight loss, eating disorders and performance nutrition. She believes food is medicine and is dedicated to helping you create a positive relationship with food and movement while working together towards your goals. Bailie believes nutrition is not one size fits all and works with the patient to develop customized care based on the their goals, needs and lifestyle.
Bailie is a Registered Dietitian with experience in weight loss, eating disorders and performance nutrition. She believes food is medicine and is dedicated to helping you create a positive relationship with food and movement while working together towards your goals. Bailie believes nutrition is not one size fits all and works with the patient to develop customized care based on the their goals, needs and lifestyle.
(314) 310-1147 View (314) 310-1147
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Marissa Wertheimer
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD MS, LD , CSOWM
Online Only
Marissa understands making the decision to work with a dietitian can be scary, and offers a compassionate and supportive approach. She believes in dispelling the notion of a "perfect diet" and loves guiding people towards a plan that feels liberating, simple, and sustainable. Marissa is excited to join you on your health journey and help you build lasting habits!
Marissa understands making the decision to work with a dietitian can be scary, and offers a compassionate and supportive approach. She believes in dispelling the notion of a "perfect diet" and loves guiding people towards a plan that feels liberating, simple, and sustainable. Marissa is excited to join you on your health journey and help you build lasting habits!
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Julia Oliver
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN, RYT
Serves Area
You deserve a peaceful, respectful relationship with your body, a natural, enjoyable relationship with food, and a sustainable, joyful relationship with movement. If you are experiencing challenges or distress around the food you eat or the exercise you do (or do not do), you could benefit from nutrition support and intuitive eating guidance. If you are struggling with an eating disorder/disordered eating or are tired of cycling through diet after diet, you can expect to receive support that meets you where you are - together we can work towards full recovery.
You deserve a peaceful, respectful relationship with your body, a natural, enjoyable relationship with food, and a sustainable, joyful relationship with movement. If you are experiencing challenges or distress around the food you eat or the exercise you do (or do not do), you could benefit from nutrition support and intuitive eating guidance. If you are struggling with an eating disorder/disordered eating or are tired of cycling through diet after diet, you can expect to receive support that meets you where you are - together we can work towards full recovery.
(301) 284-8469 View (301) 284-8469
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Sherry Pinneo
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, MS, LD, CSSD
Online Only
Throughout Sherry’s experiences she is constantly inspired by the openness and perseverance of her clients. She customizes her treatment based on each client’s needs and provides individualized consultations that focus on more than just nutrition information, but the support to help clients improve their relationship with food and body image.
Throughout Sherry’s experiences she is constantly inspired by the openness and perseverance of her clients. She customizes her treatment based on each client’s needs and provides individualized consultations that focus on more than just nutrition information, but the support to help clients improve their relationship with food and body image.
Sports Nutrition Nutritionists and Dietitians

What is sports nutrition?

Sports nutrition refers to the strategic approach athletes use to optimize their dietary intake for performance. While the term often highlights the nutrition consumed immediately before, during, or after an athletic event—such as drinking an electrolyte beverage during a marathon—it also encompasses an athlete's everyday eating habits that support their performance. Sports nutrition also often encompasses an athlete's hydration strategy and/or any dietary supplements they may take on a regular basis.

Does insurance cover sports nutrition sessions?

In general, most insurances will not cover sports nutrition sessions. This is because many insurances require that the client receives a referral from a primary care physician and/or meets specific diagnostic criteria to cover a dietitian session. Since many athletes seeking nutrition counseling are looking to improve performance, as opposed to treating an underlying medical condition, the requirements put forth by insurance companies for coverage are often not met in the case of sports nutrition sessions. That said, some clients may be eligible for insurance coverage if they have a specific medical concern that also impacts their sports nutrition, such as an eating disorder or diabetes.

What happens in a sports nutrition session?

Nutrition professionals specializing in sports nutrition have expertise in the unique dietary requirements of athletes, such as the increased need for carbohydrates to fuel training sessions. They can recommend targeted nutrition strategies to support athletic performance and help develop personalized nutrition plans, whether for specific athletic events or general nutritional needs. They might also suggest specific recipes or meal plans that align with the athlete's dietary requirements. Additionally, dietitians often have athletes maintain a nutrition diary, which they review to ensure the athletes are meeting their caloric and nutritional goals.

Do athletes see dietitians?

While athletes may decide to see a dietitian for a variety of reasons, seeing a dietitian may be particularly helpful for young athletes who are new to navigating performance nutrition, as well as for high-performance or professional athletes who are looking for ways to maximize their performance. Additionally, athletes with specific dietary constraints or those following specific diets, such as veganism, often work with dietitians to ensure they receive all necessary nutrients. Athletes typically seek counseling from dietitians who specialize in sports nutrition, and often those with expertise in their specific sport. This specialization allows the dietitian to tailor dietary recommendations to support the athlete’s specific type of sport, whether it involves endurance, sprinting, or other activities.