Registered Dietitian Nutritionists and Dietitians near Sanford, NC

Nate Kelly is the Plum Spring Clinic nutrition expert and coach. He is a registered dietitian who obtained his Master of Public Health degree in nutrition from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He has practiced as a dietitian for over 6 years and has earned an advanced certification in adult weight management. His extensive experience treating patients with diabetes, cardiovascular disease, obesity and gastrointestinal disorders provides a key component in the team approach utilized at Plum Spring Clinic. He employs many elements of functional medicine to create integrative and customized treatment programs.

Are you tired of trying to get your children to eat healthy foods and unsure what to do next? Are you tired of diets that don't worry to help you achieve your health goals? You are not alone! How well mothers and children are nourished and cared for has a profound impact on a child’s ability to grow, learn, and thrive. As a parent, you have enough to worry about. Milestones Pediatric & Maternal Nutrition is here to help you navigate how to nourish your body during conception, pregnancy, & lactation and how to feed your child as they grow though individualized, evidenced-based, virtual nutrition counseling.

A recent study showed that the average American has gained 16 pounds during COVID. With each unhealthy increase in BMI you are likely not feeling your best and are putting yourself at risk for chronic diseases. If you are having trouble keeping a healthy weight and unsure of what to eat? Maybe you feel like you are doing everything right, but still aren't seeing the results you want. If you have tried "diets" but find yourself frustrated, let's try a different approach.

Do you have a health challenge that you've struggled to overcome...even with medical help? Sometimes it seems like achieving a healthy weight, great digestion, and high energy may be impossible to achieve...and that prospect can be daunting. As an experienced Registered and Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist, I approach healthcare differently. I find and address root causes, provide individualized, realistic plans, and support you along your journey. The result is healthcare actually makes you healthier.

Imagine living a life where you're able to conquer your health and wellness goals, eating the meals you love, feasting on flavors you enjoy, while not compromising on your relationship with food. Whether you're simply trying to learn more about how to optimize your intake to live life to the best or your ability, or wish to prevent or reverse a chronic illness - my style is to assure you eat, live, and flourish optimally. Let's dive into this journey together, in a way that feels comfy to you, in order to set you on the path to long-lasting success!

Nourishing Expert is a private nutrition practice that can help you achieve your wellness goals, whether you are seeking a weight management solution, plant based eating plan, vegetarian nutrition, general health and wellness, customized meal plans, manage food sensitivities and prevent or manage a medical condition. I strongly believe "Health is Wealth" and my goal is to work together with you and provide tools to heal your body address the underlying disease. I emphasize on wholesome nutrition to nourish your body and tailor a personalized nutrition plan that fits your needs to help you establish life long healthy eating habits.

Are you suffering from chronic inflammatory conditions such as IBS, migraines, joint paint, or Fibromyalgia? Are medications just masking your symptoms but not addressing the underlying root cause? Have you ever been told it’s all in your head? Food sensitivities and underlying imbalances within the gut, can play an important role in triggering symptoms in many challenging conditions. Appropriately managing your diet is key in getting the best possible outcomes for symptom relief. I provide customized nutritional therapy to help heal you of unwanted inflammation so that you can feel relieved of your symptoms and enjoy life again.

You struggle with your food choices. You aren't sure what is best for your body and your health. There is so much confusing information about health, wellness, and weight that you don't know where to start. All you know is that you are ready to kick the diet mentality and start living for better health. I'm here to help!

I offer telehealth nutrition counseling. I work with people with digestive disorders and chronic illnesses using science-based functional medicine and a whole-system approach. My mission is to set the path for long-lasting health and wellness using nature's wisdom and science-based whole-body approach.

I am highly committed to helping my clients achieve their health and wellness goals. I provide individualized educational sessions to help each person better understand his/her body, metabolism, medical condition, and how nutrition and lifestyle behaviors can impact your health. I create individualized meal plans for each client. I provide ongoing education, monitoring and support to you, as you make the journey to better health and achieve your goals. I will help you to make healthy eating fun and delicious, so that this process is enjoyable and easily becomes a way of life.

I am a plant based dietitian who loves to make healthy eating simple and satisfying. It is difficult to make healthy choices while surrounded by so many convenience foods that are quick, affordable, and tasty. Also, when we think about healthy foods, especially fruits and vegetables - we associate higher costs, longer meal prep times, and a lack of flavor. But the truth is you can use foods that are familiar to you and full of flavor in order to improve your health while saving time and money in the process! Let's work together so that I can teach you how.

Do you struggle with disordered eating, chronic dieting, or an eating disorder? Do you struggle with your body image or feelings of guilt and shame around eating? Healing your relationship with food requires support and empathy. I understand it can be hard to find a dietitian that meshes with your personality. I use a non-diet approach to nutrition that includes intuitive eating, health at every size, and flexible thinking to help heal your relationship with food. I work 1:1 with clients on a HIPPA-approved video conferencing platform, so clients are able to work with me in the comfort of their own homes.

It's time for you to start feeling good again. Our dietitians use a functional and integrative approach to identify nutritional imbalances and deficiencies that are interacting with your health. By identifying the root causes, we can treat, reverse and prevent chronic diseases rather than just putting a band aid on the problem. We offer cutting edge nutrition interventions like Nutragenomic testing, micronutrient testing, metabolism testing, and food sensitivity testing, and Gut microbiome testing. You will get solutions that go well beyond general nutrition information as we help put the puzzle pieces together.

I have a passion for working with vulnerable populations, including older adults, those with special needs, low income families, individuals with food allergies/intolerances, those with autoimmune conditions, and college students. I have a goal of healing broken relationships with food to promote lasting health and believes food is not only fuel, but also comfort, nostalgia, cultural, art, and love. I am a big believer in setting small, incremental changes to achieve lasting results to feel your best. When I am not working with clients, you can find me trying new recipes in the kitchen or walking in a local park.

​​Are you struggling with your weight? Have you been diagnosed with prediabetes or gestational diabetes? Have you been diagnosed with high cholesterol or high blood pressure? ​ No matter what stage of life you are in, nutrition plays an important role in your health, and I am here to help. I am licensed in WV and NC and taking new clients via online Telehealth appointments.

If you or your loved one struggles with disordered eating, I can help. As an eating disorder dietitian, I support you with improving anxious or compulsive thoughts and behavior around food. I provide gentle nutrition treatment, education, and guidance. I also help to foster intuitive eating while reducing anxiety eating and shame around food and body image. As an ED dietitian, I combine my specialized nutrition knowledge with trained behavioral skills to support with eating disorder recovery. Together, we develop sustainable individualized diet plans and behaviors.