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I became interested in prenatal nutrition and hormonal health after experiencing health struggles of my own with the birth of my first child.
Are you struggling with sleep, fatigue, and mood swings? Are you frustrated with hormonal weight gain despite your best nutritional efforts? Even worse, do you feel your health concerns aren't being adequately addressed by your healthcare providers? If you're struggling with hormonal imbalance, you may be able to experience relief with some targeted nutritional changes.
I became interested in prenatal nutrition and hormonal health after experiencing health struggles of my own with the birth of my first child.
Are you struggling with sleep, fatigue, and mood swings? Are you frustrated with hormonal weight gain despite your best nutritional efforts? Even worse, do you feel your health concerns aren't being adequately addressed by your healthcare providers? If you're struggling with hormonal imbalance, you may be able to experience relief with some targeted nutritional changes.
I specialize in sports nutrition, managing conditions like celiac disease, diabetes, food allergies, and high blood pressure, along with dietary support for bariatric patients, cholesterol management, gut health including GERD and IBS, kidney health, pediatric nutrition, POTS, and pregnancy.
Do you aspire to eat healthily while savoring your favorite foods? Wondering how to transform guilty pleasures into wholesome meals without losing flavor? Maybe you're facing dietary challenges due to discomfort, diminished appetite, or illness and want to ensure your nutritional needs are met. Drawing from my personal journey, I've mastered the art of making every bite count. With extensive label scrutiny, research, and education, I've discovered numerous tips and alternatives to boost nutrition, optimize calories, all without sacrificing taste. I've had the privilege of assisting many individuals in rediscovering the joy of food.
I specialize in sports nutrition, managing conditions like celiac disease, diabetes, food allergies, and high blood pressure, along with dietary support for bariatric patients, cholesterol management, gut health including GERD and IBS, kidney health, pediatric nutrition, POTS, and pregnancy.
Do you aspire to eat healthily while savoring your favorite foods? Wondering how to transform guilty pleasures into wholesome meals without losing flavor? Maybe you're facing dietary challenges due to discomfort, diminished appetite, or illness and want to ensure your nutritional needs are met. Drawing from my personal journey, I've mastered the art of making every bite count. With extensive label scrutiny, research, and education, I've discovered numerous tips and alternatives to boost nutrition, optimize calories, all without sacrificing taste. I've had the privilege of assisting many individuals in rediscovering the joy of food.
Hi, I’m Michelle Ivy, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist, and National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach. I help people fuel their bodies, delight their taste buds, and find their happy—without strict diets or food guilt. I specialize in diabetes, heart health, weight management, and gut health using realistic, evidence-based strategies to build sustainable habits that fit your life.
Hi, I’m Michelle Ivy, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist, and National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach. I help people fuel their bodies, delight their taste buds, and find their happy—without strict diets or food guilt. I specialize in diabetes, heart health, weight management, and gut health using realistic, evidence-based strategies to build sustainable habits that fit your life.
You're ready for sustainable health — less medication, better blood sugar, improved gut health, and a body that works with you. I get it. Eating well in today's world is hard. Changing habits? Even harder. But you don't have to figure it out alone.
Maybe you're overwhelmed by conflicting diet advice. Maybe past attempts left you frustrated, spinning your wheels, and more confused than when you started. Maybe your doctor told you to "just lose weight"— and handed you zero tools to actually do it. Maybe you feel out of control around food, ruled by sugar cravings, or gaining weight with no clear explanation.
You're ready for sustainable health — less medication, better blood sugar, improved gut health, and a body that works with you. I get it. Eating well in today's world is hard. Changing habits? Even harder. But you don't have to figure it out alone.
Maybe you're overwhelmed by conflicting diet advice. Maybe past attempts left you frustrated, spinning your wheels, and more confused than when you started. Maybe your doctor told you to "just lose weight"— and handed you zero tools to actually do it. Maybe you feel out of control around food, ruled by sugar cravings, or gaining weight with no clear explanation.
The process starts during pregnancy and continues as your child is introduced to foods including potential allergens I understand the stress caused by having to worry about a child with food allergies!
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.
The process starts during pregnancy and continues as your child is introduced to foods including potential allergens I understand the stress caused by having to worry about a child with food allergies!
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 help families whose little ones struggle with persistent tummy issues and who feel frustrated, dismissed, or stuck searching for answers. My approach digs deeper to uncover the root cause so your child can finally feel comfortable and thrive!
Common concerns I support include:
• Constipation or diarrhea
• Reflux or GERD
• Eczema or skin flares
• Food allergies or sensitivities
• FPIES, CSID, EoE & complex GI issues
I help families whose little ones struggle with persistent tummy issues and who feel frustrated, dismissed, or stuck searching for answers. My approach digs deeper to uncover the root cause so your child can finally feel comfortable and thrive!
Common concerns I support include:
• Constipation or diarrhea
• Reflux or GERD
• Eczema or skin flares
• Food allergies or sensitivities
• FPIES, CSID, EoE & complex GI issues
Melanie Jewell is a licensed and registered dietitian providing medical nutrition therapy through virtual sessions in the state of Texas.
Melanie Jewell is a licensed and registered dietitian providing medical nutrition therapy through virtual sessions in the state of Texas.
Niesje Buaas - iBalance Wellness LLC
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LD, CDCES, NBC-HWC
Lavon, TX 75166
Longing to lose weight, heal your gut, restore energy, improve self-esteem & prevent or improve a chronic disease? We take insurance, see what is covered by contacting us for the link & learn about a free consult. At iBalance Wellness, we work closely with you to Identifying your particular health & wellness goals, empowering you to start with small steps which over time add up to big changes equaling sustainable, healthy outcomes. We offer lab testing to get to the root cause of what is wrong, meal plans so you know what to eat, & 1 on 1 support to work through challenges. Find out more at iBalance Wellness website or contact us.
Longing to lose weight, heal your gut, restore energy, improve self-esteem & prevent or improve a chronic disease? We take insurance, see what is covered by contacting us for the link & learn about a free consult. At iBalance Wellness, we work closely with you to Identifying your particular health & wellness goals, empowering you to start with small steps which over time add up to big changes equaling sustainable, healthy outcomes. We offer lab testing to get to the root cause of what is wrong, meal plans so you know what to eat, & 1 on 1 support to work through challenges. Find out more at iBalance Wellness website or contact us.
PLEASE note: I do not take insurance, but I do accept all credit cards. No one has the same nutritional needs. Therefore, I customize each nutrition program to fit your individual needs by working one-on-one with you as you strive to meet your personal nutrition and fitness goals. I believe the majority of nutrition or food related issues are behavioral in nature. Therefore, I work with you on identifying behaviors contributing to your eating problems and food-related issues. The plan I create with you will be specific for your needs and goals; you will succeed because the plan is yours, not a one-size-fits-all approach.
PLEASE note: I do not take insurance, but I do accept all credit cards. No one has the same nutritional needs. Therefore, I customize each nutrition program to fit your individual needs by working one-on-one with you as you strive to meet your personal nutrition and fitness goals. I believe the majority of nutrition or food related issues are behavioral in nature. Therefore, I work with you on identifying behaviors contributing to your eating problems and food-related issues. The plan I create with you will be specific for your needs and goals; you will succeed because the plan is yours, not a one-size-fits-all approach.
Are you tired of struggling with your weight, want to maximize results on a GLP-1, or need to improve your cholesterol, blood pressure or blood sugar? Are you considering weight loss surgery and need to learn more about the pre/post-surgery diet?
Are you tired of struggling with your weight, want to maximize results on a GLP-1, or need to improve your cholesterol, blood pressure or blood sugar? Are you considering weight loss surgery and need to learn more about the pre/post-surgery diet?
Malou /mah-loo/ sees individuals as experts in their lived experience and believes in their inherent wholeness. They view cultural food and foodways as an integral part of our relationship with self, health, and nature. She identifies as a Filipino/a/x dietitian because it holds cultural, social significance to them and influences their care work. They bring humility to their work, aspiring to cultivate embodied relationships with food and well-being. She is passionate about supporting folks with complex medical concerns and prioritizes a weight-inclusive or fat-positive approach.
Malou /mah-loo/ sees individuals as experts in their lived experience and believes in their inherent wholeness. They view cultural food and foodways as an integral part of our relationship with self, health, and nature. She identifies as a Filipino/a/x dietitian because it holds cultural, social significance to them and influences their care work. They bring humility to their work, aspiring to cultivate embodied relationships with food and well-being. She is passionate about supporting folks with complex medical concerns and prioritizes a weight-inclusive or fat-positive approach.
Have you spent years trying to “fix” your eating habits or your body but nothing seems to work? Are you totally confused about what to eat? Are your days super busy and it’s hard to find time to eat? Want to eat in a way that feels good and doesn’t stress you out? I get it! I help people discover the joy in eating and pursue well-being without focusing on their weight. As a non-diet dietitian, my goal is to help you stop dieting and obsessing about food and your body, and start living a joyful life with sustainable health, peace, and balance.
Have you spent years trying to “fix” your eating habits or your body but nothing seems to work? Are you totally confused about what to eat? Are your days super busy and it’s hard to find time to eat? Want to eat in a way that feels good and doesn’t stress you out? I get it! I help people discover the joy in eating and pursue well-being without focusing on their weight. As a non-diet dietitian, my goal is to help you stop dieting and obsessing about food and your body, and start living a joyful life with sustainable health, peace, and balance.
Let’s work together to make sustainable diet and lifestyle changes to help you reach your health and wellness goals. I am a certified nutrition specialist, trauma informed health coach, and a yoga teacher. I take a holistic approach to health and will create a comprehensive and individualized health plan with you based on your biology, medications, labs, food beliefs and behaviors, preferences, and capacity for change. Your plan may include food and supplements, eating behavior support, movement, stress management practices, and strategies to improve sleep – as these are the key pillars of wellness.
Let’s work together to make sustainable diet and lifestyle changes to help you reach your health and wellness goals. I am a certified nutrition specialist, trauma informed health coach, and a yoga teacher. I take a holistic approach to health and will create a comprehensive and individualized health plan with you based on your biology, medications, labs, food beliefs and behaviors, preferences, and capacity for change. Your plan may include food and supplements, eating behavior support, movement, stress management practices, and strategies to improve sleep – as these are the key pillars of wellness.
Maria-Paula's interest in nutrition started during her high-school years when she visited a Registered Dietitian in her native country of Ecuador. At that time, she realized her passion - helping others achieve their goals through healthy eating. Maria-Paula decided to embark on a journey and enrolled at Texas Woman's University to pursue her goals. As a Dietitian, Maria-Paula has been working with families from the start. She has provided services at Head Start, WiC, the NICU at Parkland Hospital and Children's Health.
Maria-Paula's interest in nutrition started during her high-school years when she visited a Registered Dietitian in her native country of Ecuador. At that time, she realized her passion - helping others achieve their goals through healthy eating. Maria-Paula decided to embark on a journey and enrolled at Texas Woman's University to pursue her goals. As a Dietitian, Maria-Paula has been working with families from the start. She has provided services at Head Start, WiC, the NICU at Parkland Hospital and Children's Health.
Now accepting new clients! Nutrition DiscoveRD specializes in eating disorder recovery, sports nutrition, managing PCOS, and improving relationships with food and body image after chronic dieting.
Mary-Lauren Shelton Vise, RDN, LD, CEDS-C, provides personalized, non-diet, weight-neutral care tailored to each client’s unique needs. Whether you are seeking support for eating concerns, navigating disordered eating patterns, or looking to optimize athletic performance, our approach emphasizes nutrition education, challenging diet culture, and fostering a positive, sustainable relationship with food and your body.
Now accepting new clients! Nutrition DiscoveRD specializes in eating disorder recovery, sports nutrition, managing PCOS, and improving relationships with food and body image after chronic dieting.
Mary-Lauren Shelton Vise, RDN, LD, CEDS-C, provides personalized, non-diet, weight-neutral care tailored to each client’s unique needs. Whether you are seeking support for eating concerns, navigating disordered eating patterns, or looking to optimize athletic performance, our approach emphasizes nutrition education, challenging diet culture, and fostering a positive, sustainable relationship with food and your body.
I support clients with PCOS, GI issues, and weight management, as well as pregnancy and postpartum care.
Do you feel like you've tried everything for your digestion or weight, but nothing sticks? Are you navigating a new medical diagnosis like Diabetes, IBS, or SIBO and feeling overwhelmed by conflicting advice?
It is exhausting to battle chronic bloating, unpredictable blood sugar, or weight fluctuations while trying to keep up with a busy life. You might feel like food has become the enemy. You don't need a rigid diet that adds more stress to your day; you need a partner who understands the medical science and the reality of your daily lifestyle to help you find balance.
I support clients with PCOS, GI issues, and weight management, as well as pregnancy and postpartum care.
Do you feel like you've tried everything for your digestion or weight, but nothing sticks? Are you navigating a new medical diagnosis like Diabetes, IBS, or SIBO and feeling overwhelmed by conflicting advice?
It is exhausting to battle chronic bloating, unpredictable blood sugar, or weight fluctuations while trying to keep up with a busy life. You might feel like food has become the enemy. You don't need a rigid diet that adds more stress to your day; you need a partner who understands the medical science and the reality of your daily lifestyle to help you find balance.
I support clients with weight management, diabetes, wellness, and nutrition during pregnancy using realistic, sustainable strategies.
My work centers on understanding you as an individual, your needs, your culture, your preferences, and your health goals. I believe nutrition care works best when you are actively involved in the process, so I prioritize shared decision-making and goal setting that feels realistic and meaningful to you.
I support clients with weight management, diabetes, wellness, and nutrition during pregnancy using realistic, sustainable strategies.
My work centers on understanding you as an individual, your needs, your culture, your preferences, and your health goals. I believe nutrition care works best when you are actively involved in the process, so I prioritize shared decision-making and goal setting that feels realistic and meaningful to you.
Are you struggling with tummy troubles? Chronic constipation, diarrhea, abdominal pain? You've seen a gastroenterologist and been told that everything is "normal." Have you been told you have fibromyalgia but not experienced any relief? Is your child an extreme picky eater, and you feel you may pull your hair out trying to get them to eat? Have you or a loved one been placed on a feeding tube with no direction on how to manage outside of the hospital? No help with optimizing nutrition status and getting the best nourishment?
Are you struggling with tummy troubles? Chronic constipation, diarrhea, abdominal pain? You've seen a gastroenterologist and been told that everything is "normal." Have you been told you have fibromyalgia but not experienced any relief? Is your child an extreme picky eater, and you feel you may pull your hair out trying to get them to eat? Have you or a loved one been placed on a feeding tube with no direction on how to manage outside of the hospital? No help with optimizing nutrition status and getting the best nourishment?
Diabetes? High Cholesterol? Overweight? Need Healthy Meal Plans? Call today for your Initial Consultation. Tiene diabetes, colesterol, alta presion o esta sobre peso? Necesita ayuda con la planificacion de comidas? Llamenos hoy para su consulta inicial!
Diabetes? High Cholesterol? Overweight? Need Healthy Meal Plans? Call today for your Initial Consultation. Tiene diabetes, colesterol, alta presion o esta sobre peso? Necesita ayuda con la planificacion de comidas? Llamenos hoy para su consulta inicial!
I go to the root cause of the health challenge and address that without drugs or surgery, so the body can heal. I recommend only natural God-given remedies that fix the problem without harm, so the body can function in the best way possible. Being 71 and in great health, not being ill for decades. I live what I teach. Many of my most successful clients have reversed what their doctor had told them was incurable. Come and join me living a healthy quality life! I have successfully work with pain, gut problems, cancer, diabetes, kidney & liver challenges for 18 years. I am new to this site.
I go to the root cause of the health challenge and address that without drugs or surgery, so the body can heal. I recommend only natural God-given remedies that fix the problem without harm, so the body can function in the best way possible. Being 71 and in great health, not being ill for decades. I live what I teach. Many of my most successful clients have reversed what their doctor had told them was incurable. Come and join me living a healthy quality life! I have successfully work with pain, gut problems, cancer, diabetes, kidney & liver challenges for 18 years. I am new to this site.
Pregnancy Nutritionists and Dietitians
What should I eat during pregnancy?
A healthy and balanced diet during pregnancy is crucial for both maternal and child health, and it supports recovery and breastfeeding in the postpartum period. It is important to consume a variety of nutrient-rich foods, including whole grains, lean proteins, fruits, vegetables, and healthy fats. These foods provide essential nutrients needed for a healthy pregnancy, such as folic acid found in beans, eggs, and spinach, which supports the development of the baby's brain and spinal cord. Additionally, breastfeeding women typically burn an extra 300 calories per day on average, so it is important to ensure an adequate calorie intake to meet this increased demand.
What foods should I avoid during pregnancy?
Nutrition experts generally advise women to avoid alcohol, caffeine, and high-sugar foods during pregnancy. It is also recommended that postpartum mothers avoid foods that contain high levels of harmful chemicals, which may negatively impact a newborn's development if passed on to them; specifically, the FDA thus recommends that women limit consumption of high-mercury fish, such as tuna, mackerel, swordfish, and shark. In addition, pregnant women should not consume raw or potentially undercooked meats and seafood, which may contain bacteria that can harm the fetus and put the mother at greater risk of developing a foodborne illness.
Can nutrition help with pregnancy symptoms?
Nutrition plays a key role in pregnancy, and can significantly impact common symptoms of pregnancy—such as nausea, vomiting, and appetite changes. Experts usually recommend that women focus on consuming a balanced diet as much as possible when pregnant. However, some women with extreme morning sickness or similar symptoms may need to focus on consuming more bland foods, such as plain toast, applesauce, rice, or oatmeal, in order to manage symptoms. In addition, eating small but frequent meals can help reduce symptoms for many women, as can drinking an adequate amount of water. In some cases, if women are unable to meet their nutrient needs, such as their folic acid intake, through their diet due to pregnancy symptoms, they may choose to take supplements to ensure that they are still meeting their nutrient needs.
Should pregnant mothers see a dietitian?
Many pregnant women may find it beneficial to consult with a dietitian. While OB/GYNs can address general dietary questions during pregnancy, dietitians specializing in pregnancy nutrition can offer valuable support for those with specific nutrition-related concerns. OB/GYNs often maintain lists of recommended dietitians who specialize in pregnancy, providing a useful resource for pregnant women if needed. Dietitians can be particularly helpful for women experiencing issues like severe food intolerances or nausea. They can assess whether these symptoms are within normal ranges or require further medical attention. Additionally, dietitians can help pregnant women identify foods that alleviate pregnancy-related symptoms such as nausea, and ensure they consume a diverse range of foods to maintain a balanced diet throughout pregnancy.