Nutrition Counseling with a Registered Dietitian

Food is fuel, culture, and comfort—and it’s also complicated. Our dietitian helps you build doable,enjoyable nutrition patterns that support weight and metabolic health, without rigid rules orone‑size‑fits‑all plans.

Key Takeaways

• Personalized, flexible nutrition plans—no one-size-fits-all diets.
• Focus on protein + fiber and a supportive food environment to improve fullness andconsistency.
• Choose from Mediterranean, lower‑carb, or lower‑fat styles based on your health profile andpreferences.
• We measure success beyond the scale: energy, sleep, A1c, BP, GI comfort, body composition.

What We Do (at a glance)

• Personalized meal planning aligned to your preferences, culture, and schedule
Protein & fiber targets to protect lean mass and support fullness
Label literacy and smart shopping (decoding added sugars, refined grains, and servings)
Food‑environment design (pantry/fridge reset, snack strategy, eating‑out game plan)
• Support for prediabetes/diabetes, PCOS, fatty liver, hypertension, menopause, and more
• Guidance across common patterns: Mediterranean, lower‑carb, lower‑fat, and balancedapproaches

How Visits Work

Initial assessment (60 minutes)

• Nutrition history, lifestyle mapping, medications that interact with appetite/weight
• Body composition data where available; baseline goals
• Collaborative plan with 1–3 simple actions for the next two weeks

Follow‑ups (30–45 minutes) every 2–6 weeks, adjusting meal structure, grocery list, and eating‑outstrategies; troubleshoot side effects if you’re using weight‑management medications.

Nutrition, Simply: A Flexible Plate

Quarter plate protein (fish, poultry, tofu/tempeh, lean meats, eggs, Greek yogurt, beans/lentils)
Quarter plate smart carbs (beans/lentils, fruit, intact grains or starchy veg)
Half plate non‑starchy veggies
• Add healthy fats (olive oil, nuts/seeds, avocado) and water throughout the day

We’ll tailor carbohydrate and fat levels to your health profile and preferences. No single pattern is “best”for everyone.

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Grocery Lists You Can Use

We provide printable lists for Mediterranean, lower‑carb, and lower‑fat approaches—plusbudget‑friendly swaps and a 10‑minute meal builder.

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Planning & Eating Out (Real‑Life Tools)

2‑minute plan each evening (tomorrow’s protein + produce + backup)
Restaurant script: scan menu → pick protein & veg → add a carb you love → split or bring half home
Snack plan: pair protein + produce (e.g., cheese + apple, hummus + carrots)

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Food Environment Matters

Hyper‑palatable, ultra‑processed foods make “willpower” a losing strategy. We’ll reorganize your homeand work environment so the easy choice is the healthy choice.

Results We Track

Energy, focus, sleep, GI comfort, blood pressure, A1c/fasting glucose, lipids, and body composition—not just the scale.

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Insurance & Costs

Many plans cover medical nutrition therapy for certain conditions. We’ll share expected codes so youcan verify benefits. Self‑pay options are available.

Question

Do you give me a strict meal plan?

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No. We build a flexible pattern that fits your life, culture, and health needs. We’ll provide sample daysand grocery lists if helpful.

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Can you help if I’m on a GLP‑1 or other medication?

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Yes. We optimize protein, fiber, and meal timing to support tolerance and protect lean mass.

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Is lower‑carb required?

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No. We’ll choose a pattern together—Mediterranean, lower‑carb, lower‑fat, or balanced—that you cansustain.

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