Pregnancy Nutritionists and Dietitians in Alexandria, VA
I am a Registered Dietitian passionate about helping clients achieve their health goals through a personalized lifestyle approach using intuitive eating practices. Rather than focusing solely on weight, I help patients to focus on their current lifestyle and set reasonable goals towards achieving a better relationship with food and their body. Food has a complex relationship with many other components of our lives including sleep, physical activity, hydration and emotions. We will work through all of these items by setting individualized, achievable goals.
I am a Registered Dietitian passionate about helping clients achieve their health goals through a personalized lifestyle approach using intuitive eating practices. Rather than focusing solely on weight, I help patients to focus on their current lifestyle and set reasonable goals towards achieving a better relationship with food and their body. Food has a complex relationship with many other components of our lives including sleep, physical activity, hydration and emotions. We will work through all of these items by setting individualized, achievable goals.
My areas of expertise include diabetes education, heart healthy nutrition, high blood pressure, general healthy eating for all ages, prenatal and tube feeding nutrition.
Preventative nutrition is the key for lifelong quality health. I would be privileged to be a partner in attaining your best nutritional health. As a partner in your journey, I will provide you with the latest evidenced-based nutrition and support.
My areas of expertise include diabetes education, heart healthy nutrition, high blood pressure, general healthy eating for all ages, prenatal and tube feeding nutrition.
Preventative nutrition is the key for lifelong quality health. I would be privileged to be a partner in attaining your best nutritional health. As a partner in your journey, I will provide you with the latest evidenced-based nutrition and support.
My nutritional coaching approach focuses on guiding you to a healthier lifestyle by enjoying whole delicious foods, eating for balance and energy ,and healthy weight management. I look at the "whole" person and all the reasons we struggle with taking the right steps towards better health. Our work together will be about long term lifestyle changes rather than the quick fix diet mentality. We will design a plan unique to you , incorporating nutrition, exercise and stress management strategies. Together we can get you on a path to more optimal and balanced health and a life you love!
My nutritional coaching approach focuses on guiding you to a healthier lifestyle by enjoying whole delicious foods, eating for balance and energy ,and healthy weight management. I look at the "whole" person and all the reasons we struggle with taking the right steps towards better health. Our work together will be about long term lifestyle changes rather than the quick fix diet mentality. We will design a plan unique to you , incorporating nutrition, exercise and stress management strategies. Together we can get you on a path to more optimal and balanced health and a life you love!
Have you had trouble following any meal plan? I look forward to help you to understand what is happening in your body when you have chronic diseases. At the first appointment, I will review your medical and diet history. After that, I will explain how medical nutrition therapy works to treat your problem. I will help you to focus on lifestyle modifications to achieve your goal. Any diet you follow, the adherence is the key for success. At the end of each session, I will help you to set the goal.
Have you had trouble following any meal plan? I look forward to help you to understand what is happening in your body when you have chronic diseases. At the first appointment, I will review your medical and diet history. After that, I will explain how medical nutrition therapy works to treat your problem. I will help you to focus on lifestyle modifications to achieve your goal. Any diet you follow, the adherence is the key for success. At the end of each session, I will help you to set the goal.
I am a nutrition consultant located in the Washington DC-area maintaining a clinical practice in Alexandria, Virginia and Silver Spring, Maryland. My focus is on eating disorders, weight management, diabetes and nutrition care of other chronic diseases. In addition, I am on the faculty of George Mason University, Department of Global and Community Health, Fairfax, Virginia. As a professional speaker I develop and conduct educational workshops in nutrition for physicians and other health
I am a nutrition consultant located in the Washington DC-area maintaining a clinical practice in Alexandria, Virginia and Silver Spring, Maryland. My focus is on eating disorders, weight management, diabetes and nutrition care of other chronic diseases. In addition, I am on the faculty of George Mason University, Department of Global and Community Health, Fairfax, Virginia. As a professional speaker I develop and conduct educational workshops in nutrition for physicians and other health
Rebecca specializes in the following areas of nutrition for children, adolescents, and adults:
Sports nutrition, food allergies, weight management, digestive issues
vegetarianism, prenatal care, and general wellness and disease prevention
Rebecca can also effectively improve the following conditions, using medical nutrition therapy:
Diabetes Mellitus, Hypertension
Cholesterol, and IBS
Rebecca is a registered dietitian, board certified sports dietitian and a personal trainer with her Bachelor's degree in dietetics and her graduate degree in exercise and sports science from Iowa State University. She also has a personal training certification from the American College of Sports Medicine.
Rebecca works with digestive issues, allergies, weight issues and with several athletes from various training groups - DC tri, Team Z, Team in Training, Pacers, and others. She also works closely with folks with multiple food allergies and has very extensive and personal experience in this area as well as with weight loss.
Rebecca specializes in the following areas of nutrition for children, adolescents, and adults:
Sports nutrition, food allergies, weight management, digestive issues
vegetarianism, prenatal care, and general wellness and disease prevention
Rebecca can also effectively improve the following conditions, using medical nutrition therapy:
Diabetes Mellitus, Hypertension
Cholesterol, and IBS
Rebecca is a registered dietitian, board certified sports dietitian and a personal trainer with her Bachelor's degree in dietetics and her graduate degree in exercise and sports science from Iowa State University. She also has a personal training certification from the American College of Sports Medicine.
Rebecca works with digestive issues, allergies, weight issues and with several athletes from various training groups - DC tri, Team Z, Team in Training, Pacers, and others. She also works closely with folks with multiple food allergies and has very extensive and personal experience in this area as well as with weight loss.
Welcome to BRK the Cycle Nutrition! I specialize in supporting individuals with eating disorders and gut disorders through a personalized, compassionate approach. I believe that true health is not about restrictive diets or quick fixes, but about creating a sustainable relationship with food that nurtures both the body and the mind.
Welcome to BRK the Cycle Nutrition! I specialize in supporting individuals with eating disorders and gut disorders through a personalized, compassionate approach. I believe that true health is not about restrictive diets or quick fixes, but about creating a sustainable relationship with food that nurtures both the body and the mind.
Are you feeling isolated because friends & family don't understand the complexity of infertility and/or pregnancy loss?
If you're ready to finally understand the root cause behind your infertility and/or pregnancy losses, we're here for you. We take the guesswork out with deeper functional testing so you don't need to spend anymore time, money or energy trying to piece together your fertility journey all on your own. You deserve to trust your body & feel hopeful again.
Are you feeling isolated because friends & family don't understand the complexity of infertility and/or pregnancy loss?
If you're ready to finally understand the root cause behind your infertility and/or pregnancy losses, we're here for you. We take the guesswork out with deeper functional testing so you don't need to spend anymore time, money or energy trying to piece together your fertility journey all on your own. You deserve to trust your body & feel hopeful again.
Hi All! My expertise is in hormonal health including PCOS, insulin resistance, diabetes and prediabetes and GI. I am a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES). I am an ardent ‘Health at Every Size’ provider and a member of the Association for Size Diversity and Health; see my profile on their site. I have a masters degree in nutrition and I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist licensed in New York, Maryland, Washington, D.C. and Illinois. I can see clients from a variety of other states as well depending on reciprocity. LGBTQ+ provider.
I work with insurance in most cases.
Hi All! My expertise is in hormonal health including PCOS, insulin resistance, diabetes and prediabetes and GI. I am a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES). I am an ardent ‘Health at Every Size’ provider and a member of the Association for Size Diversity and Health; see my profile on their site. I have a masters degree in nutrition and I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist licensed in New York, Maryland, Washington, D.C. and Illinois. I can see clients from a variety of other states as well depending on reciprocity. LGBTQ+ provider.
I work with insurance in most cases.
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I am a white, queer, registered dietitian (RDN) and certified Intuitive Eating Counselor with extensive experience in food justice, trauma-aware counseling, and embodiment coaching. I am passionate about helping clients cultivate more connected, easeful relationships with food and their bodies. Whether you're seeking to heal from an eating disorder, manage a health condition, or generally nourish your body with more care, trust, and respect, I welcome the opportunity to work with you towards your personal goals.
I am a white, queer, registered dietitian (RDN) and certified Intuitive Eating Counselor with extensive experience in food justice, trauma-aware counseling, and embodiment coaching. I am passionate about helping clients cultivate more connected, easeful relationships with food and their bodies. Whether you're seeking to heal from an eating disorder, manage a health condition, or generally nourish your body with more care, trust, and respect, I welcome the opportunity to work with you towards your personal goals.
I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Certified Lactation Counselor, and Certified in Weight Management. As a current partner with TPG Pediatrics and I am able to care for patient's dietary needs, picky eating, food sensitivities, lactation, and weight management providing both in-person and virtual appointments for all ages.
I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Certified Lactation Counselor, and Certified in Weight Management. As a current partner with TPG Pediatrics and I am able to care for patient's dietary needs, picky eating, food sensitivities, lactation, and weight management providing both in-person and virtual appointments for all ages.
I specialize in pediatric, prenatal, postpartum & vegan/vegetarian nutrition with an intuitive eating, non-diet & personalized approach.
I love supporting families with nutrition & feeding challenges. When working together, we will set realistic & achievable goals. I don't give out standard meal plans or diets but instead focus on meeting nutrient needs - adding instead of taking away and helping you feel confident nourishing yourself and your family. I know you are doing the best you can & together we will come up with strategies to help you reach your nutrition goals.
I specialize in pediatric, prenatal, postpartum & vegan/vegetarian nutrition with an intuitive eating, non-diet & personalized approach.
I love supporting families with nutrition & feeding challenges. When working together, we will set realistic & achievable goals. I don't give out standard meal plans or diets but instead focus on meeting nutrient needs - adding instead of taking away and helping you feel confident nourishing yourself and your family. I know you are doing the best you can & together we will come up with strategies to help you reach your nutrition goals.
She takes special interest in Prenatal Nutrition, Pediatric Nutrition and Diabetes care.
"My practice includes weight management and general disease management. I understand your stress and anxiety when you become helpless in reaching your goal of healthy living. I help you reach your goals. When you talk, I listen. Your success is my success"!
She takes special interest in Prenatal Nutrition, Pediatric Nutrition and Diabetes care.
"My practice includes weight management and general disease management. I understand your stress and anxiety when you become helpless in reaching your goal of healthy living. I help you reach your goals. When you talk, I listen. Your success is my success"!
Tarannum Lavani is a highly accomplished Registered Dietitian with over 18 years of clinical and community nutrition experience across Canada and the USA. She holds a Master’s degree in Foods and Nutrition from India and a second Master’s degree in Clinical Nutrition from the New York Institute of Technology, NY.
Tarannum Lavani is a highly accomplished Registered Dietitian with over 18 years of clinical and community nutrition experience across Canada and the USA. She holds a Master’s degree in Foods and Nutrition from India and a second Master’s degree in Clinical Nutrition from the New York Institute of Technology, NY.
I am passionate about helping patients who have diabetes, PCOS, autoimmune disease and celiac disease; and pregnancy and postpartum nutrition.
With a strong belief in the power of preventative medicine through whole foods nutrition, Nicole aims to empower patients to improve their overall health by working towards their specific health goals. When we feel our best, it has the capability to create a positive ripple effect into so many areas of our lives. She believes there is no one-size-fits all approach to nutrition, which is why patients receive tailored nutrition plans rooted in patient autonomy and sustainable changes over time.
I am passionate about helping patients who have diabetes, PCOS, autoimmune disease and celiac disease; and pregnancy and postpartum nutrition.
With a strong belief in the power of preventative medicine through whole foods nutrition, Nicole aims to empower patients to improve their overall health by working towards their specific health goals. When we feel our best, it has the capability to create a positive ripple effect into so many areas of our lives. She believes there is no one-size-fits all approach to nutrition, which is why patients receive tailored nutrition plans rooted in patient autonomy and sustainable changes over time.
I am a registered dietitian with a board certification in Sports Nutrition. I presently see clients via a virtual telehealth platform, Healthie. I have over 25 years of experience developing Wellness programs and providing cutting-edge nutrition, fitness and wellness services to a wide variety of individuals and groups. My specialties include health promotion, weight management, sports nutrition, wellness and fitness. I have experience working with vegetarian diets, celiac disease and eating disorders. I graduated from University of Rhode Island and obtained my Master of Science degree in Nutritional Sciences from UMASS Amherst.
I am a registered dietitian with a board certification in Sports Nutrition. I presently see clients via a virtual telehealth platform, Healthie. I have over 25 years of experience developing Wellness programs and providing cutting-edge nutrition, fitness and wellness services to a wide variety of individuals and groups. My specialties include health promotion, weight management, sports nutrition, wellness and fitness. I have experience working with vegetarian diets, celiac disease and eating disorders. I graduated from University of Rhode Island and obtained my Master of Science degree in Nutritional Sciences from UMASS Amherst.
I believe food does so much more than fuel our bodies. Eating brings families together, creates memories, tells stories, and adds to our experiences in life. For many people, food can hold a lot of power and can be a significant source of fear, stress, and anxiety. I strive to empower my clients to rediscover enjoyment in eating by helping them improve their relationship with food and their body.
I believe food does so much more than fuel our bodies. Eating brings families together, creates memories, tells stories, and adds to our experiences in life. For many people, food can hold a lot of power and can be a significant source of fear, stress, and anxiety. I strive to empower my clients to rediscover enjoyment in eating by helping them improve their relationship with food and their body.
A Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist for over 25 years, I work with both adults and children to meet their nutrition goals. I can help you with medical nutrition therapy for including diabetes, pre-diabetes, hypertension, abnormal lipid levels, and weight management. My philosophy is one of balance and moderation and my goal is to help you improved your nutrition and health within your comfort zone and lifestyle constraints. Each person has unique needs and goals. Helping them to achieve them is my priority.
A Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist for over 25 years, I work with both adults and children to meet their nutrition goals. I can help you with medical nutrition therapy for including diabetes, pre-diabetes, hypertension, abnormal lipid levels, and weight management. My philosophy is one of balance and moderation and my goal is to help you improved your nutrition and health within your comfort zone and lifestyle constraints. Each person has unique needs and goals. Helping them to achieve them is my priority.
Hi, welcome to Potomac Nutrition! We are a team of 3 dietitians and have openings now for new patients. At Potomac Nutrition, we work collaboratively with patients to help them reach their nutrition and health goals. All appointments are virtual at this time. Collectively, we have over 10 years of experience with nutrition counseling. We see patients with a variety of concerns such as autoimmune disease, endocrine disease, relationship with food, digestive health, heart health, women's health and PCOS, athletic performance, weight concerns and eating disorders. Each dietitian has a unique speciality for a variety of concerns.
Hi, welcome to Potomac Nutrition! We are a team of 3 dietitians and have openings now for new patients. At Potomac Nutrition, we work collaboratively with patients to help them reach their nutrition and health goals. All appointments are virtual at this time. Collectively, we have over 10 years of experience with nutrition counseling. We see patients with a variety of concerns such as autoimmune disease, endocrine disease, relationship with food, digestive health, heart health, women's health and PCOS, athletic performance, weight concerns and eating disorders. Each dietitian has a unique speciality for a variety of concerns.
Experienced registered dietitian specializing in diabetes nutrition, weight loss, heart health, gut health & digestive issues (IBS, IBD, GERD), food intolerance support, personalized meal planning, high cholesterol, hypertension, digestive disorders kidney disease, celiac disease, food allergies, weight management, eating disorders, prenatal/postpartum nutrition, PCOS, cancer support, and others.
I am a Registered Dietitian (RD) at ELLAD Preventative, committed to delivering evidence-based, holistic nutrition care tailored to each individual’s needs.
As a dietitian, I provide evidence based nutrition counseling grounded in scientific research and focused on helping clients achieve sustainable, realistic improvements in their health and wellbeing.
I support individuals across a range of areas including weight management, gastrointestinal health, chronic disease management, women’s health, and healthy eating. My approach combines medical nutrition therapy with practical lifestyle strategies that fit into everyday life.
Experienced registered dietitian specializing in diabetes nutrition, weight loss, heart health, gut health & digestive issues (IBS, IBD, GERD), food intolerance support, personalized meal planning, high cholesterol, hypertension, digestive disorders kidney disease, celiac disease, food allergies, weight management, eating disorders, prenatal/postpartum nutrition, PCOS, cancer support, and others.
I am a Registered Dietitian (RD) at ELLAD Preventative, committed to delivering evidence-based, holistic nutrition care tailored to each individual’s needs.
As a dietitian, I provide evidence based nutrition counseling grounded in scientific research and focused on helping clients achieve sustainable, realistic improvements in their health and wellbeing.
I support individuals across a range of areas including weight management, gastrointestinal health, chronic disease management, women’s health, and healthy eating. My approach combines medical nutrition therapy with practical lifestyle strategies that fit into everyday life.
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.