Nutrition Counseling Nutritionists and Dietitians in Royersford, PA

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A&L Brown Nutrition Services
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN, BS
Verified Verified
Royersford, PA 19468
WE ACCEPT INSURANCE! In addition to Traditional Nutrition Counseling, we offer Grocery Store Tours, Kitchen Pantry Make-Overs, Computer Diet Analysis, and Cooking Seminars.
A&L Brown Dietitian, Andrew Brown, is a Registered Dietitian (RD) and Licensed Dietitian-Nutritionist (LDN) and a member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics with 7 years experience in a clinical setting. He has also trained in food service management and community nutrition. His experience includes hospitals, nursing homes, school/college cafeterias, and inner city nutrition programs. He has worked with clients involving many medical conditions, diseases, and weight gain/loss cases.
WE ACCEPT INSURANCE! In addition to Traditional Nutrition Counseling, we offer Grocery Store Tours, Kitchen Pantry Make-Overs, Computer Diet Analysis, and Cooking Seminars.
A&L Brown Dietitian, Andrew Brown, is a Registered Dietitian (RD) and Licensed Dietitian-Nutritionist (LDN) and a member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics with 7 years experience in a clinical setting. He has also trained in food service management and community nutrition. His experience includes hospitals, nursing homes, school/college cafeterias, and inner city nutrition programs. He has worked with clients involving many medical conditions, diseases, and weight gain/loss cases.
(610) 285-9441 View (610) 285-9441
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Nutrition with Rita (RD, LDN)
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN
Verified Verified
Royersford, PA 19468  (Online Only)
I help my clients improve their overall health and well-being! I provide nutrition counseling for: Diabetes, Heart Disease, Hypothyroidism, Food allergies, G.
My ideal client wants to improve their health, feel better, reduce stress and have more energy! Are you struggling to lose weight? Has your weight hit a plateau? Are you gaining weight despite eating healthier and exercising? I believe each client is unique... by creating a personalized treatment plan based on symptoms, lifestyle & one's unique bio-makeup. I use a food as medicine approach to support health and wellness along with functional nutrition & holistic methods in my practice. Additionally, I provide interventions to prevent and/or treat chronic disease through diet and lifestyle changes.
I help my clients improve their overall health and well-being! I provide nutrition counseling for: Diabetes, Heart Disease, Hypothyroidism, Food allergies, G.
My ideal client wants to improve their health, feel better, reduce stress and have more energy! Are you struggling to lose weight? Has your weight hit a plateau? Are you gaining weight despite eating healthier and exercising? I believe each client is unique... by creating a personalized treatment plan based on symptoms, lifestyle & one's unique bio-makeup. I use a food as medicine approach to support health and wellness along with functional nutrition & holistic methods in my practice. Additionally, I provide interventions to prevent and/or treat chronic disease through diet and lifestyle changes.
(610) 421-0216 View (610) 421-0216
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Kristen M. Richardson
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MPH, RDN, LDN, CPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Royersford, PA 19468
As a Dietitian who's also a foodie, I'm all about finding the right balance of healthy choices and living life to the fullest. My passion is helping others find their happy and healthy balance while developing a great relationship with them as well. At PrimeLife Nutrition, we have a team of qualified, caring dietitians available to meet. We currently meet virtually and in-person with clients, and hope to work with you!
As a Dietitian who's also a foodie, I'm all about finding the right balance of healthy choices and living life to the fullest. My passion is helping others find their happy and healthy balance while developing a great relationship with them as well. At PrimeLife Nutrition, we have a team of qualified, caring dietitians available to meet. We currently meet virtually and in-person with clients, and hope to work with you!
(484) 576-2102 View (484) 576-2102

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Meghan Anderson
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lafayette Hill, PA 19444
Meghan believes nutrition counseling involves more than what we eat & takes a holistic approach in supporting clients on their unique journey.
Meghan is a Registered Dietitian with a specialized focus in Eating Disorder Recovery, Sports Nutrition, & General Health. She is passionate about helping others rediscover their inner strength, channel their body’s innate wisdom, achieve their goals, and reclaim their strongest, happiest, & healthiest selves. The roots of Meghan’s approach are deeply grounded in evidence-based science along with the principles of Intuitive Eating & Health at Every Size, which she shapes into practical guidance unique to each client. Meghan’s vision is to empower others with the knowledge to spark authentic and meaningful change.
Meghan believes nutrition counseling involves more than what we eat & takes a holistic approach in supporting clients on their unique journey.
Meghan is a Registered Dietitian with a specialized focus in Eating Disorder Recovery, Sports Nutrition, & General Health. She is passionate about helping others rediscover their inner strength, channel their body’s innate wisdom, achieve their goals, and reclaim their strongest, happiest, & healthiest selves. The roots of Meghan’s approach are deeply grounded in evidence-based science along with the principles of Intuitive Eating & Health at Every Size, which she shapes into practical guidance unique to each client. Meghan’s vision is to empower others with the knowledge to spark authentic and meaningful change.
(610) 638-6150 View (610) 638-6150
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Kruza Nutrition
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MPH, RDN, LDN
Verified Verified
Wayne, PA 19087
Karen provides personalized nutrition counseling and coaching for adults and adolescents interested in weight loss or simply adopting a healthier lifestyle. She specializes in weight management, menopausal and hormonal barriers to weight maintenance, GI disorders, disease prevention, and healthy meal planning. Through a counseling partnership, she works to uncover the nutrition-related causes of health imbalances and identify the lifestyle changes required to achieve individual goals.
Karen provides personalized nutrition counseling and coaching for adults and adolescents interested in weight loss or simply adopting a healthier lifestyle. She specializes in weight management, menopausal and hormonal barriers to weight maintenance, GI disorders, disease prevention, and healthy meal planning. Through a counseling partnership, she works to uncover the nutrition-related causes of health imbalances and identify the lifestyle changes required to achieve individual goals.
(484) 653-6514 View (484) 653-6514
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Tracy Brown,RD and Beverly Garden, RD
Nutritionist/Dietitian
Verified Verified
Villanova, PA 19085
We offer trauma-informed nutrition counseling to heal chronic dieting, disordered eating and non-obsessive strategies to manage pain, stress and illness.
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.
We offer trauma-informed nutrition counseling to heal chronic dieting, disordered eating and non-obsessive strategies to manage pain, stress and illness.
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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Bella Vita Nutrition
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, CDCES
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
King Of Prussia, PA 19406
At Bella Vita Nutrition we provide personalized nutrition counseling for people with Type 2 diabetes, Type 1 diabetes, gestational diabetes, and prediabetes.
If you're looking to better manage your blood sugar, decrease your medication intake, shed some extra pounds, or simply live a healthier life, you've come to the right place! As a diabetes dietitian, I specialize in helping people just like you.
At Bella Vita Nutrition we provide personalized nutrition counseling for people with Type 2 diabetes, Type 1 diabetes, gestational diabetes, and prediabetes.
If you're looking to better manage your blood sugar, decrease your medication intake, shed some extra pounds, or simply live a healthier life, you've come to the right place! As a diabetes dietitian, I specialize in helping people just like you.
(484) 729-9073 View (484) 729-9073
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Trish Lieberman Nutrition Counseling, LLC
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN, CEDS, CDCES
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19128
My passion is helping individuals break free from diet culture and develop a healthy relationship with food, body image, and self. My approach is to provide compassionate nutrition counseling that aligns with Health at Every Size and Intuitive Eating principles. I look forward to working with you on your journey toward making peace with food, body, and self.
My passion is helping individuals break free from diet culture and develop a healthy relationship with food, body image, and self. My approach is to provide compassionate nutrition counseling that aligns with Health at Every Size and Intuitive Eating principles. I look forward to working with you on your journey toward making peace with food, body, and self.
(484) 901-7737 View (484) 901-7737
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Gina Ellery
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN
Verified Verified
Sellersville, PA 18960
Hello! I have been practicing as a registered dietitian since 2015 and currently hold a Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition and Certified Nutrition Support Clinician certification. I provide virtual nutrition counseling for a wide variety of medical conditions, lifestyles, cultural backgrounds, and counseling preferences. Common discussions focus on weight management and disease management through nutrition therapy.
Hello! I have been practicing as a registered dietitian since 2015 and currently hold a Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition and Certified Nutrition Support Clinician certification. I provide virtual nutrition counseling for a wide variety of medical conditions, lifestyles, cultural backgrounds, and counseling preferences. Common discussions focus on weight management and disease management through nutrition therapy.
(215) 764-3102 View (215) 764-3102
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Lisa M Rudi-Davis
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LDN, CHC
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19380
Specializing in nutrition counseling specific for weight management, diabetes, heart disease/high blood pressure, disease prevention, digestive issues, healthy meal planning, food cravings/allergies, and athletic performance.
Personalized nutrition tailored to each clients' unique circumstances with a focus on individual preferences, health history, and goals. You will develop a deeper understanding of the food and lifestyle choices that work best for you and make lasting changes that will improve your energy, balance, and health.
Specializing in nutrition counseling specific for weight management, diabetes, heart disease/high blood pressure, disease prevention, digestive issues, healthy meal planning, food cravings/allergies, and athletic performance.
Personalized nutrition tailored to each clients' unique circumstances with a focus on individual preferences, health history, and goals. You will develop a deeper understanding of the food and lifestyle choices that work best for you and make lasting changes that will improve your energy, balance, and health.
(215) 709-8528 View (215) 709-8528
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Liz Schonthal
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Chester, PA 19380
Nutrition counseling based on your individual needs will help you to learn to trust and nourish your body.
Are you feeling frustrated by endless dieting? Are you confused about what you should or shouldn't eat? Are you tired of being told to "just lose weight" and your health will improve?  Whether you have PCOS, struggle with disordered eating, or are just tired of dieting, you can learn to listen to your body and feel good in it. A big part of being healthy is feeling good. And when you feel good, you don't need to spend so many hours each day thinking about or distracting yourself from food.
Nutrition counseling based on your individual needs will help you to learn to trust and nourish your body.
Are you feeling frustrated by endless dieting? Are you confused about what you should or shouldn't eat? Are you tired of being told to "just lose weight" and your health will improve?  Whether you have PCOS, struggle with disordered eating, or are just tired of dieting, you can learn to listen to your body and feel good in it. A big part of being healthy is feeling good. And when you feel good, you don't need to spend so many hours each day thinking about or distracting yourself from food.
(484) 999-3245 View (484) 999-3245
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Christine De Jonghe
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN
Verified Verified
King Of Prussia, PA 19406
Do you struggle with your relationship with food? Do you restrict food, overeat or binge on food for emotional reasons? Do you not trust yourself around certain foods fearing that you have no self-control? Are you sick and tired of feeling guilty, bloated, and fatigued from the foods you eat? Are you not meeting your exercise and fitness goals, and think it could be related to your diet? If you answered yes to any of these questions then know you are not alone and I would love to work with you to help you make peace with food and heal your relationship with food.
Do you struggle with your relationship with food? Do you restrict food, overeat or binge on food for emotional reasons? Do you not trust yourself around certain foods fearing that you have no self-control? Are you sick and tired of feeling guilty, bloated, and fatigued from the foods you eat? Are you not meeting your exercise and fitness goals, and think it could be related to your diet? If you answered yes to any of these questions then know you are not alone and I would love to work with you to help you make peace with food and heal your relationship with food.
(610) 467-2278 View (610) 467-2278
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Beth Chiodo, MS, RD, LDN, CWC, CLT
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN, CWC, CLT
Verified Verified
Ambler, PA 19002
As a Certified Gastrointestinal Nutritionist with over 12 years of experience, I can help you improve digestion, reduce symptoms of gas, bloating, diarrhea, or constipation, and help you feel your best. As a fellow Crohn's disease sufferer, I work with IBD, IBS, Celiac, SIBO, Gluten Intolerance and Food Sensitivities, Intestinal Permeability (AKA Leaky Gut), and more. I can empathize with the social and emotional struggles that accompany these disorders, and I provide a supportive, gentle approach to help you gain control and take your life back. Healing your gut can help may other health issues too!
As a Certified Gastrointestinal Nutritionist with over 12 years of experience, I can help you improve digestion, reduce symptoms of gas, bloating, diarrhea, or constipation, and help you feel your best. As a fellow Crohn's disease sufferer, I work with IBD, IBS, Celiac, SIBO, Gluten Intolerance and Food Sensitivities, Intestinal Permeability (AKA Leaky Gut), and more. I can empathize with the social and emotional struggles that accompany these disorders, and I provide a supportive, gentle approach to help you gain control and take your life back. Healing your gut can help may other health issues too!
(484) 494-2928 View (484) 494-2928
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Flavia Herzog Liebel
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MA, RD, LDN
Verified Verified
Lafayette Hill, PA 19444
I have 23 years of experience as a dietitian nutritionist working with eating disorders ( all types). I bring clients HOPE that they can end their dieting, depriving and/or restricting cycle and finally understand what their body needs, wants and deserves! My approach working with men/women/ children and adolescents is to be relatable and trustworthy. I educate you about your body so you can take ownership of it. I believe in working collaboratively as part of a team with your medical doctor, therapist and psychiatrist. In addition, I support family involvement in sessions when appropriate to maximize behavior change.
I have 23 years of experience as a dietitian nutritionist working with eating disorders ( all types). I bring clients HOPE that they can end their dieting, depriving and/or restricting cycle and finally understand what their body needs, wants and deserves! My approach working with men/women/ children and adolescents is to be relatable and trustworthy. I educate you about your body so you can take ownership of it. I believe in working collaboratively as part of a team with your medical doctor, therapist and psychiatrist. In addition, I support family involvement in sessions when appropriate to maximize behavior change.
(215) 515-6786 View (215) 515-6786
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Spring House Nutrition
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, CDCES, LDN
Verified Verified
Ambler, PA 19002
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?
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?
(215) 717-8581 View (215) 717-8581
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Stefanie Williams
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MA, RD, LDN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Spring City, PA 19475
I believe the food we eat is the first step in our individual recovery. Whether it is recovering from an eating disorder, emotional eating, diet cycling, or managing physical or mental health concerns, I take a personalized approach to support my clients and make nutrition simple. Health goes beyond eating fruits and vegetables or the latest diet trend. It includes a healthy relationship with food, managing stress, sleep, joyful movement and simple nutrition messages that are supportive of your goals and sustainable life-long.
I believe the food we eat is the first step in our individual recovery. Whether it is recovering from an eating disorder, emotional eating, diet cycling, or managing physical or mental health concerns, I take a personalized approach to support my clients and make nutrition simple. Health goes beyond eating fruits and vegetables or the latest diet trend. It includes a healthy relationship with food, managing stress, sleep, joyful movement and simple nutrition messages that are supportive of your goals and sustainable life-long.
(484) 854-1251 View (484) 854-1251
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June Kuz
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN, CLT, IFNCP
Verified Verified
Downingtown, PA 19335
Do you feel awful and don't know why? Have you been to many health professionals and they can't provide an answer? You suffer from migraines, fatigue, and brain fog or perhaps you suffer from IBS or Fibromyalgia. Are losing hope you'll ever feel better? My comprehensive approach focuses on identifying root causes and system imbalances to significantly improve health. I don't provide a cookie-cutter diet to all my patients. I provide an individualized plan based on your medical history, specialized laboratory testing, nutritional deficiencies, and food preferences.
Do you feel awful and don't know why? Have you been to many health professionals and they can't provide an answer? You suffer from migraines, fatigue, and brain fog or perhaps you suffer from IBS or Fibromyalgia. Are losing hope you'll ever feel better? My comprehensive approach focuses on identifying root causes and system imbalances to significantly improve health. I don't provide a cookie-cutter diet to all my patients. I provide an individualized plan based on your medical history, specialized laboratory testing, nutritional deficiencies, and food preferences.
(610) 298-1482 View (610) 298-1482
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Wellness by Christina
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN, CHC
Verified Verified
Conshohocken, PA 19428
Christina Ushler, MS, RD, LDN is a registered dietitian/health coach specializing in weight management and renal nutrition. Christina provides nutritional counseling to individuals with varying needs such as general wellness or prevention, gastrointestinal disorders (i.e. irritable bowel syndrome, bloating, constipation, etc.), and chronic disease management (i.e. diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, renal disease, hyperlipidemia, etc.). Christina will explore concerns specific to you and help you discover tools needed for a lifetime of balance. Your personalized program will radically improve your health and happiness!
Christina Ushler, MS, RD, LDN is a registered dietitian/health coach specializing in weight management and renal nutrition. Christina provides nutritional counseling to individuals with varying needs such as general wellness or prevention, gastrointestinal disorders (i.e. irritable bowel syndrome, bloating, constipation, etc.), and chronic disease management (i.e. diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, renal disease, hyperlipidemia, etc.). Christina will explore concerns specific to you and help you discover tools needed for a lifetime of balance. Your personalized program will radically improve your health and happiness!
(610) 345-8130 View (610) 345-8130
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Compleat Wellness Studio, LLC.
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN, CPT
Verified Verified
Phoenixville, PA 19453
Are you frustrated with counting calories and missing your favorite foods with little results? Would you like to avoid another medication, even get off of current medication or avoid a complications from a chronic disease? Are you an athlete looking to optimize your performance or are you working hard in the gym and not seeing the results you desire? Imagine being in your best health while enjoying your favorite foods, confidently navigating the grocery store, preparing wholesome & nutritious meals, putting your health first and sustaining ideal health & wellness. Let's start this journey now!
Are you frustrated with counting calories and missing your favorite foods with little results? Would you like to avoid another medication, even get off of current medication or avoid a complications from a chronic disease? Are you an athlete looking to optimize your performance or are you working hard in the gym and not seeing the results you desire? Imagine being in your best health while enjoying your favorite foods, confidently navigating the grocery store, preparing wholesome & nutritious meals, putting your health first and sustaining ideal health & wellness. Let's start this journey now!
(717) 294-0315 View (717) 294-0315
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Abby Malloy
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN
Verified Verified
King Of Prussia, PA 19406  (Online Only)
As your wellness bestie, I'm here for it all. If you suffer from bloating, constipation, loose stools, fatigue, or skin issues, let's fix that! I help both men and women find the true reason behind their symptoms and help them to feel their best. If you're ready to put behind the days of worrying why you're constantly struggling to manage your symptoms, cutting out foods without relief, and overwhelmed with what will work, fill out the form on my website for a free 30 minute discovery call. We chat about your struggles and how we can work together to overcome them!
As your wellness bestie, I'm here for it all. If you suffer from bloating, constipation, loose stools, fatigue, or skin issues, let's fix that! I help both men and women find the true reason behind their symptoms and help them to feel their best. If you're ready to put behind the days of worrying why you're constantly struggling to manage your symptoms, cutting out foods without relief, and overwhelmed with what will work, fill out the form on my website for a free 30 minute discovery call. We chat about your struggles and how we can work together to overcome them!
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Nutrition Counseling Nutritionists and Dietitians

What is nutrition counseling?

Nutrition counseling refers to the services provided by a Registered Dietitian (RD) that focus on diet and nutrition. Individuals often seek nutrition counseling to make diet-related lifestyle changes, especially after being diagnosed with chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, or cardiovascular disease. However, nutrition counseling is not limited to these cases, and it can often benefit anyone looking to improve their overall health. Nutrition counselors also often address other aspects of a healthy lifestyle within sessions, such as advising on physical activity, chronic disease management, and mental health. They provide guidance and motivation, often adopting a holistic approach to support clients in achieving their health and wellbeing goals.

Who should see a nutrition counselor?

Many people can benefit from seeing a nutrition counselor; however, individuals with (or at risk of developing) chronic medical conditions or who have specific dietary challenges (for example, IBS, Crohn's disease, etc.) may find a nutrition counselor particularly helpful. Nutrition counselors are specifically trained to use diet modifications to manage health, so consulting a dietitian if you have a chronic condition can be greatly beneficial. Nutrition professionals can help clients understand how their diet impacts their symptoms and suggest strategies to improve overall health. Additionally, dietitians can coordinate with other medical professionals, such as primary care physicians or specialty physicians, to help support the client's overall health.

What happens during a nutrition counseling session?

Nutrition counseling is fundamentally focused on a client's individual health goals. The initial session with a nutrition professional typically involves an evaluation, during which the dietitian seeks to understand the client's reasons for seeking nutrition counseling. This session typically includes discussing the client's health history, current eating habits, lifestyle, and specific nutrition counseling goals. In follow-up sessions, the client and dietitian will typically review progress toward these goals, and the dietitian may examine the client's food intake and suggest areas for improvement. They may also educate the client on diet-related topics, such as ensuring adequate consumption of fruits and vegetables or reducing sodium intake. Additionally, nutrition counselors can help clients stay accountable for other lifestyle changes that support overall health, such as regular exercise, smoking cessation, or moderating alcohol consumption.

What should I look for in a nutrition counselor?

Clients seek nutritional support from dietitians and nutritionists for various reasons, ranging from managing medical conditions to addressing lifestyle concerns like weight loss or specific dietary requirements. When looking for a nutrition counselor, it is essential to find someone with expertise in the area of nutrition relevant to your needs. Consider factors such as insurance coverage, specific medical or dietary concerns, and the availability of professionals in your area to determine the best fit. Generally, nutritionists are not covered by insurance, whereas Registered Dietitians (RDs) often are, making it important to look for a professional with RD credentials. If you have a chronic medical condition like cancer or kidney disease, you may be interested in seeking out an RD with specialized expertise, such as a Board Certified Specialist in Oncology Nutrition (CSO) or a Board Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition (CSR), as these credentials indicate advanced education and a commitment to ongoing learning within a specific area.