Vegan Nutritionists and Dietitians in Austin, TX

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Jenn Batchelor
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, MS, LD
Verified Verified
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Jenn practices a weight-inclusive, non-diet approach while incorporating intuitive eating principles. She has extensive knowledge of vegetarian/ vegan foods and food allergies, and is passionate about helping clients create meal plans that nourish their bodies and are tasty.
Jenn practices a weight-inclusive, non-diet approach while incorporating intuitive eating principles. She has extensive knowledge of vegetarian/ vegan foods and food allergies, and is passionate about helping clients create meal plans that nourish their bodies and are tasty.
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Nutrition and Fitness Professional, LLC
Nutritionist/Dietitian, BS, MEd, RD, CPT
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78705
I specialize in weight loss nutritional counseling, vegetarian/ vegan, sports nutrition, and strength, balance, and flexibility training.
I work a lot with those who have tried everything to get leaner both as a trainer and dietitian. This unique perspective has given me the chance to see in practice what really works and why. I also work with vegetarians, athletes, and those new to fitness.
I specialize in weight loss nutritional counseling, vegetarian/ vegan, sports nutrition, and strength, balance, and flexibility training.
I work a lot with those who have tried everything to get leaner both as a trainer and dietitian. This unique perspective has given me the chance to see in practice what really works and why. I also work with vegetarians, athletes, and those new to fitness.
(281) 552-8525 View (281) 552-8525
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Victoria Stambaugh
Nutritionist/Dietitian
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialize in food allergies, diabetes, weight management, and vegan diets, addressing high blood pressure, cholesterol, kidney disease, PCOS, GERD, and cancer nutrition.
I’m a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with over 20 years of experience helping people of all ages improve their lives through nutrition. I keep up on the latest research & sort through the multitude of information to focus on what’s important & effective. I am passionate about women’s health including helping women promote the best health for their child. In my work with MyOr my focus is helping parents decrease the risk of food allergies in their children.
I specialize in food allergies, diabetes, weight management, and vegan diets, addressing high blood pressure, cholesterol, kidney disease, PCOS, GERD, and cancer nutrition.
I’m a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with over 20 years of experience helping people of all ages improve their lives through nutrition. I keep up on the latest research & sort through the multitude of information to focus on what’s important & effective. I am passionate about women’s health including helping women promote the best health for their child. In my work with MyOr my focus is helping parents decrease the risk of food allergies in their children.
(972) 480-6232 View (972) 480-6232
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Danielle Hendrix
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, CEDS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Specialties include Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Emotional Wellbeing, Wellness Counseling, Heart Healthy Nutrition, General Nutrition, IBS, Crohn's, Colitis, Vegan, Vegetarian diets.
Danielle is a Registered Dietitian who practices out of Health Loft. Danielle understands that making fulfilling, long-lasting, and healthful decisions requires patience and a solid client-provider relationship. Change can be challenging, and you need a supportive provider to help navigate the way as you create your own path. Danielle strongly believes that being healthy means not only taking care of our physical health, but also our mental health. Danielle understands that nutrition is not “one-size-fits-all”, and she will work to help you create a personalized plan of care to help you meet your goals.
Specialties include Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Emotional Wellbeing, Wellness Counseling, Heart Healthy Nutrition, General Nutrition, IBS, Crohn's, Colitis, Vegan, Vegetarian diets.
Danielle is a Registered Dietitian who practices out of Health Loft. Danielle understands that making fulfilling, long-lasting, and healthful decisions requires patience and a solid client-provider relationship. Change can be challenging, and you need a supportive provider to help navigate the way as you create your own path. Danielle strongly believes that being healthy means not only taking care of our physical health, but also our mental health. Danielle understands that nutrition is not “one-size-fits-all”, and she will work to help you create a personalized plan of care to help you meet your goals.
(470) 397-5913 View (470) 397-5913
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Sofia Colantuono
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
She also works with clients interested in Heart Health, Body Image concerns, vegan/vegetarian diets, and others areas.
Sofia is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist specializing in working with adults and adolescents with Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Digestive issues (IBS, IBD, Low FODMAP), Hormonal Imbalances (PCOS, etc.), and interested in Sports Nutrition. Sofia is passionate about helping others build a positive relationship with food and their bodies. Nutrition is not one-size-fits all, and Sofia believes in the importance of having a client-centered approach and providing personalized nutrition care. Her past experiences have driven her desire to help others reach lifestyle changes in a sustainable and practical way.
She also works with clients interested in Heart Health, Body Image concerns, vegan/vegetarian diets, and others areas.
Sofia is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist specializing in working with adults and adolescents with Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Digestive issues (IBS, IBD, Low FODMAP), Hormonal Imbalances (PCOS, etc.), and interested in Sports Nutrition. Sofia is passionate about helping others build a positive relationship with food and their bodies. Nutrition is not one-size-fits all, and Sofia believes in the importance of having a client-centered approach and providing personalized nutrition care. Her past experiences have driven her desire to help others reach lifestyle changes in a sustainable and practical way.
(213) 263-4843 View (213) 263-4843
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Ania Mitchell
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, MS, CDN
Verified Verified
Online Only
Ania specializes in Intuitive eating and practices from a weight inclusive, non-diet approach. She is passionate about helping individuals heal their relationship with food, body image and achieve true food freedom. Ania strives to meet each client where they are, while supporting them to reach their health goals by focusing on small sustainable behavior change.
Ania specializes in Intuitive eating and practices from a weight inclusive, non-diet approach. She is passionate about helping individuals heal their relationship with food, body image and achieve true food freedom. Ania strives to meet each client where they are, while supporting them to reach their health goals by focusing on small sustainable behavior change.
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Lauren Davis
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, MS, LD
Verified Verified
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Lauren believes in a weight-inclusive, anti-diet approach that empowers individuals to break free from restrictive food beliefs and rules that no longer serve them. She works with clients to encourage personal behavior modification to achieve their goals and improve their overall health. Her goal is to decrease stress around food, help you neutralize food and body image, and explore various kinds of joyful movement.
Lauren believes in a weight-inclusive, anti-diet approach that empowers individuals to break free from restrictive food beliefs and rules that no longer serve them. She works with clients to encourage personal behavior modification to achieve their goals and improve their overall health. Her goal is to decrease stress around food, help you neutralize food and body image, and explore various kinds of joyful movement.
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Jacqueline Ayoub
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78756
Your health is your wealth and delicious food can absolutely be a part of it! I am an expert in digestive/gut health (IBS-D, crohns, UC, GERD, SIBO), food allergies, food sensitivities, autoimmune diagnosis, PCOS, fatty liver, diabetes, thyroid disorders, heart health, and weight management. Many of my patients seek her help for improving bloodwork, energy levels, and quality of life. I am Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Licensed Dietitian, LEAP certified therapist, and chef. I utilizes Integrative and Functional Medicine Nutrition to get to the "root cause" of symptoms and diagnosis.
Your health is your wealth and delicious food can absolutely be a part of it! I am an expert in digestive/gut health (IBS-D, crohns, UC, GERD, SIBO), food allergies, food sensitivities, autoimmune diagnosis, PCOS, fatty liver, diabetes, thyroid disorders, heart health, and weight management. Many of my patients seek her help for improving bloodwork, energy levels, and quality of life. I am Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Licensed Dietitian, LEAP certified therapist, and chef. I utilizes Integrative and Functional Medicine Nutrition to get to the "root cause" of symptoms and diagnosis.
(512) 807-0768 View (512) 807-0768
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Sherry Pinneo
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, MS, LD, CSSD
Verified Verified
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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.
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Riley Eidson
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, MS, LD
Verified Verified
Online Only
Riley addresses nutrition concerns with a non-diet, weight-inclusive approach and considers the whole person. She understands that relationships with food are complex and enjoys helping others sift through their beliefs around food. Her passion for helping others experience peace with food and begin to nourish their bodies without guilt is the driving force of her work. Riley aims to create a safe environment to explore each clients unique relationship with food.
Riley addresses nutrition concerns with a non-diet, weight-inclusive approach and considers the whole person. She understands that relationships with food are complex and enjoys helping others sift through their beliefs around food. Her passion for helping others experience peace with food and begin to nourish their bodies without guilt is the driving force of her work. Riley aims to create a safe environment to explore each clients unique relationship with food.
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Sara Flanders
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, MS, LD
Verified Verified
Online Only
Sara helps clients break large goals down to tiny achievable ones and develop self-esteem and trust around food in the process. Sara will help you set small goals to start and hold you accountable for them in a gentle and non-judgmental way. Sara has counseled a variety of clients on the intersection of mental health and nutrition, and improving body image at any size or stage of weight loss. She enjoys exploring how brain chemistry and food interact, which is especially relevant with clients who have ADHD, eating disorders, mental health challenges, and stress/emotional eating.
Sara helps clients break large goals down to tiny achievable ones and develop self-esteem and trust around food in the process. Sara will help you set small goals to start and hold you accountable for them in a gentle and non-judgmental way. Sara has counseled a variety of clients on the intersection of mental health and nutrition, and improving body image at any size or stage of weight loss. She enjoys exploring how brain chemistry and food interact, which is especially relevant with clients who have ADHD, eating disorders, mental health challenges, and stress/emotional eating.
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Makayla Baird
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, RDN, LD
Verified Verified
Online Only
Do you struggle with unwanted weight gain, low energy, and poor sleep? Have you reduced your food intake but still gain weight? Doctors often say to eat less and exercise more, but if it were that simple, you’d have lost weight already. It’s time to stop fighting your body and start working with it. I can help you feel comfortable in your body and nourish it to transform your life. My personalized approach addresses your unique needs to boost energy, improve sleep, and achieve sustainable weight loss for a vibrant, fulfilling life.
Do you struggle with unwanted weight gain, low energy, and poor sleep? Have you reduced your food intake but still gain weight? Doctors often say to eat less and exercise more, but if it were that simple, you’d have lost weight already. It’s time to stop fighting your body and start working with it. I can help you feel comfortable in your body and nourish it to transform your life. My personalized approach addresses your unique needs to boost energy, improve sleep, and achieve sustainable weight loss for a vibrant, fulfilling life.
(512) 855-2371 View (512) 855-2371
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Chelsea Fujitaki
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, MPH
Verified Verified
Online Only
Chelsea believes in an individualized, whole-person approach when it comes to achieving overall wellness. She provides a collaborative and non-judgmental space, meeting clients where they currently are in their own health journey with the use of gentle nutrition methods.
Chelsea believes in an individualized, whole-person approach when it comes to achieving overall wellness. She provides a collaborative and non-judgmental space, meeting clients where they currently are in their own health journey with the use of gentle nutrition methods.
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Elizabeth Beattie
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, MA, LD
Verified Verified
Online Only
I take a compassionate, health at every size approach to care. This approach has been a way that I have seen the most success with my clients as food, health, body image, and movement can be sensitive topics. Some sessions you may find yourself emotional, other sessions you will be laughing at my idea of a joke. But overall, shame is not welcome in our session space, I want you to feel excited when you press join on zoom.
I take a compassionate, health at every size approach to care. This approach has been a way that I have seen the most success with my clients as food, health, body image, and movement can be sensitive topics. Some sessions you may find yourself emotional, other sessions you will be laughing at my idea of a joke. But overall, shame is not welcome in our session space, I want you to feel excited when you press join on zoom.
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Mattie Kovacs
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, MS, LD
Verified Verified
Online Only
Mattie combines evidence-based nutrition science with a compassionate, whole health approach to counseling patients to deliver health outcomes and improve patients’ day-to-day lives.
Mattie combines evidence-based nutrition science with a compassionate, whole health approach to counseling patients to deliver health outcomes and improve patients’ day-to-day lives.
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Shely Salemnia
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, MS, LDN
Verified Verified
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Shely understands how important it is for people to have access to accurate nutrition information amongst all the conflicting messages out there today. She works to help others take their health into their own hands from a holistic, whole-body approach backed by scientific evidence. She believes nutrition must be enjoyable, accessible, and individualized. And of course, fun.
Shely understands how important it is for people to have access to accurate nutrition information amongst all the conflicting messages out there today. She works to help others take their health into their own hands from a holistic, whole-body approach backed by scientific evidence. She believes nutrition must be enjoyable, accessible, and individualized. And of course, fun.
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Natalie Olsen
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LD, ACSM-EP
Verified Verified
Online Only
Hi! I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Functional Medicine Practitioner, and Certified Exercise Physiologist. I focus on healing the body from the inside out, discovering the root cause of health issues, and filling nutrient gaps to bring balance back to the mind and body.
Hi! I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Functional Medicine Practitioner, and Certified Exercise Physiologist. I focus on healing the body from the inside out, discovering the root cause of health issues, and filling nutrient gaps to bring balance back to the mind and body.
(737) 234-8407 View (737) 234-8407
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Elisa Itkowitz
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, MS
Verified Verified
Online Only
As an action-oriented RD, I believe in taking those small steps that lead to big transformations. We'll create personalized strategies to fit seamlessly into your lifestyle. Whether it's deciphering food labels like secret codes or learning the mystical ways of meal prepping, I'll be your trusty guide, providing practical tools to help you make healthy choices effortlessly.
As an action-oriented RD, I believe in taking those small steps that lead to big transformations. We'll create personalized strategies to fit seamlessly into your lifestyle. Whether it's deciphering food labels like secret codes or learning the mystical ways of meal prepping, I'll be your trusty guide, providing practical tools to help you make healthy choices effortlessly.
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Jade Lee
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LD
Verified Verified
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in performance/sports nutrition and eating disorder/disordered eating counseling. It’s important for me to meet my clients where they are at and create tangible solutions that are specifically tailored to them. I believe in a whole foods-first approach and incorporate intuitive eating and Health at Every Size (HAES) practices. I’ve been lucky enough to work with professional and elite athletes, eating disorders at the partial-hospitalization and intensive outpatient level of care, and medical nutrition. I currently use my passion for sports nutrition as a contract sports dietitian for USA Track and Field.
I specialize in performance/sports nutrition and eating disorder/disordered eating counseling. It’s important for me to meet my clients where they are at and create tangible solutions that are specifically tailored to them. I believe in a whole foods-first approach and incorporate intuitive eating and Health at Every Size (HAES) practices. I’ve been lucky enough to work with professional and elite athletes, eating disorders at the partial-hospitalization and intensive outpatient level of care, and medical nutrition. I currently use my passion for sports nutrition as a contract sports dietitian for USA Track and Field.
(737) 530-8712 View (737) 530-8712
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Emily Stewart-Ronnisch
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
Verified Verified
Online Only
Emily believes food to be the ultimate form of connection and strives to help her clients find deeper satisfaction, joy, and peace in their relationship with nourishment. She practices from the HAES (Health at Every Size) framework to deliver weight-neutral care. Her philosophy is that a positive relationship to food is possible and deserved for truly everyone. Emily loves to develop relationships with her patients and cheer them on every step of their journey. She helps her her patients leave sessions feeling empowered and armed with the knowledge of how to compassionately care for their own bodies. Emily strives to make informatio
Emily believes food to be the ultimate form of connection and strives to help her clients find deeper satisfaction, joy, and peace in their relationship with nourishment. She practices from the HAES (Health at Every Size) framework to deliver weight-neutral care. Her philosophy is that a positive relationship to food is possible and deserved for truly everyone. Emily loves to develop relationships with her patients and cheer them on every step of their journey. She helps her her patients leave sessions feeling empowered and armed with the knowledge of how to compassionately care for their own bodies. Emily strives to make informatio
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Vegan Nutritionists and Dietitians

What is a vegan diet?

A vegan diet is one in which no animal products—such as meat, eggs, and dairy—are consumed. Instead, veganism is focused on the consumption of plant-based foods such as grains, beans, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds. People may follow a vegan diet for a variety of reasons, including environmental concerns, animal rights beliefs, and health-related reasons. In some cases, individuals may follow a specific variation of a vegan diet, such as a "raw" vegan diet or a keto vegan diet.

What are the health benefits of a vegan diet?

Research has shown that vegan diets offer numerous health benefits, including weight loss, lowered cholesterol levels, reduced blood pressure, and better blood sugar control. These benefits often come from eating fewer animal-based foods, which are high in saturated fats, and from the weight loss that many people experience on a vegan diet. Additionally, vegan diets are known for their anti-inflammatory effects, which support a healthy immune system. This can be particularly helpful for those with inflammatory conditions like arthritis. Vegan diets are also high in fiber, which improves digestive health and can help stabilize blood sugar levels.

Are there risks to a vegan diet?

Without proper planning, a vegan diet can lead to potential nutrient deficiencies and reduced protein intake. Vegans are particularly at risk for anemia, or iron deficiency, and vitamin B12 deficiency, as these nutrients are most abundantly found in animal products. Additionally, individuals who previously relied on animal-based proteins for most of their protein intake may find it challenging to meet their daily protein needs after switching to a vegan diet. While many experts agree that a vegan diet can meet all nutritional needs, it often requires careful planning to do so; therefore, some vegans will utilize dietary supplements to ensure they are meeting their daily vitamin requirements and reducing their risk of nutrient deficiency.

Why should vegans see a dietitian?

Consulting a dietitian can be greatly beneficial for vegans to ensure they are consuming a balanced and complete diet. Dietitians can assist in developing personalized meal plans, especially if clients have specific goals related to their vegan diet, such as weight loss or blood sugar stabilization. For instance, they may recommend recipes or help plan nutritious vegan meals. Additionally, dietitians can guide clients in avoiding highly-processed vegan foods, such as chips and candy, which are often high in sugar and fat but lack essential nutrients. For clients less familiar with a vegan diet, dietitians can help ensure clients don't rely on such heavily-processed foods for their diet and instead recommend high-quality and nutritionally adequate alternatives.