Plant Based Diets Nutritionists and Dietitians in Appleton, WI

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Emma Eggen
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, CD, CYT
Online Only
My ideal client is someone who feels disconnected from their body or struggles with food-related stress, including those recovering from eating disorders. They seek a compassionate, non-diet approach to healing, aiming to build a healthier relationship with food and their body. They value holistic well-being and want support in embracing intuitive eating, self-acceptance, and sustainable wellness.
My ideal client is someone who feels disconnected from their body or struggles with food-related stress, including those recovering from eating disorders. They seek a compassionate, non-diet approach to healing, aiming to build a healthier relationship with food and their body. They value holistic well-being and want support in embracing intuitive eating, self-acceptance, and sustainable wellness.
(920) 678-7562 View (920) 678-7562
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Nicole Burkhalter
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, CD, LD
Online Only
Hi, I'm Nicole! Owner of EmpowRD LLC, and a registered dietitian with a passion for empowering individuals to achieve their health goals, I am dedicated to providing personalized nutrition counseling tailored to your unique needs. My approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, ensuring that you receive the most current and effective guidance on your journey to better health. Whether you're seeking to manage a specific health condition, or simply adopt a healthier lifestyle, I am here to work side by side with you to offer compassionate support and practical solutions.
Hi, I'm Nicole! Owner of EmpowRD LLC, and a registered dietitian with a passion for empowering individuals to achieve their health goals, I am dedicated to providing personalized nutrition counseling tailored to your unique needs. My approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, ensuring that you receive the most current and effective guidance on your journey to better health. Whether you're seeking to manage a specific health condition, or simply adopt a healthier lifestyle, I am here to work side by side with you to offer compassionate support and practical solutions.
(219) 327-8011 View (219) 327-8011
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Emily Simmons
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, CD
Serves Area
I am a weight-inclusive Registered Dietitian who applies the principles of Intuitive Eating to help clients explore their relationship with food and body. My goal is to address the misconceptions diet culture has created while simultaneously helping clients achieve body trust and eat in a sustainable way. I strive to assist clients in shifting from a disordered place of eating and moving to a peaceful place of embracing their food choices and exploring fun ways to move their body.
I am a weight-inclusive Registered Dietitian who applies the principles of Intuitive Eating to help clients explore their relationship with food and body. My goal is to address the misconceptions diet culture has created while simultaneously helping clients achieve body trust and eat in a sustainable way. I strive to assist clients in shifting from a disordered place of eating and moving to a peaceful place of embracing their food choices and exploring fun ways to move their body.
(414) 895-5081 View (414) 895-5081

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Carly Leanza
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MPH, RDN, LDN
6 Endorsed
Serves Area
Carly specializes in Adults, Adolescents, and Pediatrics with concerns related to Eating Disorders/Disordered Eating, Diabetes, Heart Health, GI Conditions (IBS, IBD, etc.), Weight Management, General Healthy Eating, Plant Based Diets, and Pediatrics.
Carly is a Registered Dietitian who is passionate about helping people live their healthiest lives while fostering a positive relationship with food. She believes in taking a holistic approach to address the complex relationship between nutrition, mental health, and chronic conditions. Carly provides a HAES-aligned, non-diet approach for her nutrition counseling and interventions and collaborates with her clients to find a nutrition lifestyle that is realistic and sustainable. She loves structure and routine while also embracing creativity to meet each client where they are at.
Carly specializes in Adults, Adolescents, and Pediatrics with concerns related to Eating Disorders/Disordered Eating, Diabetes, Heart Health, GI Conditions (IBS, IBD, etc.), Weight Management, General Healthy Eating, Plant Based Diets, and Pediatrics.
Carly is a Registered Dietitian who is passionate about helping people live their healthiest lives while fostering a positive relationship with food. She believes in taking a holistic approach to address the complex relationship between nutrition, mental health, and chronic conditions. Carly provides a HAES-aligned, non-diet approach for her nutrition counseling and interventions and collaborates with her clients to find a nutrition lifestyle that is realistic and sustainable. She loves structure and routine while also embracing creativity to meet each client where they are at.
(405) 267-4939 View (405) 267-4939

Online Dietitians and Nutritionists

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Leah Schock
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, CD, LDN
3 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53215
Leah is a Registered Dietitian dedicated to helping individuals build a positive, sustainable relationship with food. She empowers her clients to make balanced choices that support both their physical and emotional health. Leah takes a Health at Every Size approach, focusing on body respect, intuitive eating, and overall well-being to guide individuals toward lasting, meaningful health transformations.
Leah is a Registered Dietitian dedicated to helping individuals build a positive, sustainable relationship with food. She empowers her clients to make balanced choices that support both their physical and emotional health. Leah takes a Health at Every Size approach, focusing on body respect, intuitive eating, and overall well-being to guide individuals toward lasting, meaningful health transformations.
(503) 476-9782 View (503) 476-9782
Plant Based Diets Nutritionists and Dietitians

What is a plant-based diet?

A plant-based diet emphasizes the consumption of foods such as vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds, while reducing or eliminating animal products like meat and dairy. Unlike a vegan diet, which excludes all animal products, a plant-based diet does not necessarily require complete elimination of animal-based foods, although some individuals choose to do so. Many people following a plant-based diet also aim to incorporate more "whole foods" into their meals, favoring less-processed options over highly processed foods. For example, they might choose brown rice over white bread or fresh fruits over baked goods. The focus is on eating nutrient-dense, natural foods to promote overall health and well-being.

What are the benefits of a plant-based diet?

Research has shown that a plant-based diet offers numerous health benefits, including weight loss, lowered cholesterol levels, reduced blood pressure, and better blood sugar control. These benefits can arise from eating fewer animal-based foods, which are high in saturated fats, or from the weight loss that many people experience when starting a plant-based diet. Additionally, plant-based diets are known for their anti-inflammatory effects, which support a healthy immune system and may be particularly helpful for those with inflammatory conditions, such as arthritis. Plant-based diets are also high in fiber, which improves digestive health and can help stabilize blood sugar levels.

Who should follow a plant-based diet?

Anyone can follow a plant-based diet, and many nutrition and medical professionals encourage its adoption due to the numerous health benefits associated with consuming more plants and reducing animal-based products. People may also choose a plant-based diet for environmental and ethical reasons. For health-related benefits, a plant-based diet can be particularly advantageous for individuals diagnosed with or at risk of developing chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, and certain inflammatory conditions. Since many chronic diseases are related to obesity, the weight management benefits of a plant-based diet are especially valuable. Additionally, a plant-based diet can help reduce cholesterol levels, improve blood pressure, and enhance insulin sensitivity.

How do I start a plant-based diet?

A plant-based diet can be started at any time and may even be a more accessible option for individuals not ready to completely eliminate animal-based products from their diet. Many people start a plant-based diet slowly, such as with substituting meat or dairy for alternative products just a few times a week; for instance, finding easy swaps—such as whole grains in place of white bread products and beans or tofu in lieu of meat products—can be a great way to start eating a more plant-based diet. In addition, working to plan more meals ahead of time and constructing plant-based grocery store lists may be beneficial to ensure that consuming a plant-based meal is an accessible option when first getting started.