Registered Dietitian / Nutrition Specialist
Registered dietitians and certified nutrition specialists provide evidence-based nutrition therapy for medical conditions. They help you understand how food affects your health and create sustainable eating plans.
Best For
Nutrition with strong clinical grounding (especially for medical conditions)
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Common Focus Areas
Conditions They Help With
Registered Dietitian / Nutrition Specialists are commonly sought out for these health concerns. Click any condition to learn more.
IBS/Digestion
Irritable bowel syndrome, chronic bloating, gas, constipation, diarrhea, and general digestive discomfort.
Reflux/GERD
Chronic heartburn, acid reflux, and gastroesophageal reflux disease from a functional perspective.
Leaky Gut
Intestinal permeability allowing toxins and undigested food into the bloodstream, triggering inflammation and immune responses.
Food Sensitivities
Adverse reactions to specific foods causing digestive issues, inflammation, skin problems, and other symptoms.
Gut Dysbiosis
Imbalanced gut bacteria affecting digestion, immunity, mood, and overall health.
Candida
Yeast overgrowth causing fatigue, brain fog, digestive issues, recurring infections, and sugar cravings.
SIBO
Bacterial overgrowth in the small intestine causing bloating, gas, pain, and malabsorption.
Celiac/Gluten
Celiac disease, non-celiac gluten sensitivity, and gluten-related health concerns.
Hormone Imbalance
General hormonal imbalance affecting energy, mood, weight, sleep, and overall wellbeing.
Thyroid
Hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, Hashimoto's, and thyroid optimization beyond standard lab ranges.
PCOS
Polycystic ovary syndrome affecting hormones, metabolism, fertility, and menstrual regularity.
Menopause
Navigating hormonal transitions — hot flashes, night sweats, mood changes, weight shifts, sleep disruption, and low libido.
Insulin Resistance
Cells not responding properly to insulin, leading to elevated blood sugar, weight gain, and metabolic dysfunction.
Weight/Metabolic
Weight loss resistance, unexplained weight changes, metabolic slowdown, and optimizing body composition.
Metabolic Syndrome
A cluster of conditions — high blood pressure, high blood sugar, excess belly fat, abnormal cholesterol — that increase heart disease risk.
Type 2 Diabetes
Managing and potentially reversing Type 2 diabetes through functional nutrition, lifestyle, and root-cause approaches.
Cholesterol
Elevated cholesterol and lipid levels from a root-cause perspective — beyond just statins.
Eating Disorders
Anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, and disordered eating patterns requiring compassionate, whole-person care.
Autoimmune
Managing autoimmune conditions through root-cause approaches — reducing triggers, calming the immune response, and restoring balance.
Inflammation
Persistent low-grade inflammation driving disease, pain, fatigue, and accelerated aging.
Chronic Fatigue
CFS/ME — profound, debilitating fatigue not relieved by rest, often with post-exertional malaise.
Brain Fog
Mental cloudiness, difficulty concentrating, memory problems, and slow thinking from various root causes.
Skin Issues
Eczema, acne, psoriasis, rosacea, and other skin conditions often rooted in gut health, hormones, or inflammation.
Fertility
Natural fertility support, preconception optimization, and complementary care alongside IVF/IUI.
Pregnancy/Postpartum
Prenatal nutrition, pregnancy comfort, postpartum recovery, and breastfeeding support.
Heart Health
Blood pressure, cholesterol, cardiovascular risk, and heart health from a root-cause functional perspective.
Longevity
Proactive strategies for living better and longer — optimizing cellular health, preventing disease, and maintaining vitality.
Cancer Support
Complementary support for managing cancer treatment side effects — nausea, fatigue, stress, pain, and quality of life.
General Wellness
Optimizing overall health, building resilience, immune support, and proactive wellness.
Sports Nutrition
Optimizing athletic performance, recovery, and body composition through evidence-based nutrition.
Regulated Healthcare Provider
Registered Dietitian / Nutrition Specialists (RD / RDN / CNS) are licensed and regulated in most jurisdictions. They must meet specific educational and clinical requirements, maintain continuing education, and adhere to professional standards of practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Registered dietitians and certified nutrition specialists provide evidence-based nutrition therapy for medical conditions. They help you understand how food affects your health and create sustainable eating plans.
Registered Dietitian / Nutrition Specialists commonly help with IBS/Digestion, Reflux/GERD, Leaky Gut, Food Sensitivities, Gut Dysbiosis, and more. They focus on nutrition with strong clinical grounding (especially for medical conditions).
Yes, Registered Dietitian / Nutrition Specialists (RD / RDN / CNS) are licensed and regulated healthcare providers. They must meet educational requirements and maintain professional standards.
A Registered Dietitian / Nutrition Specialist may be a good fit if you're looking for nutrition with strong clinical grounding (especially for medical conditions). They're especially helpful for weight management, metabolic health, diabetes. Consider your specific health goals and whether their approach resonates with you.
Absolutely. Many people work with a Registered Dietitian / Nutrition Specialist as part of an integrative care team. As a regulated provider, they can coordinate with your other healthcare providers.
Related Practitioner Types
These practitioners treat similar conditions and often work well as part of an integrative care team.
ND / NMD
Whole-person primary-care style natural medicine
FM / IFM-trained
Complex chronic issues / root-cause workups (often lab-driven)
RH / AHG
Plant-based support (often alongside other care)
L.Ac. / R.Ac. / R.TCM.P
Pain, stress regulation, nausea, headaches, fertility support
BAMS / CAS / AD
Traditional whole-lifestyle approach (diet, routine, herbs, mind-body)
C-IAYT
Condition-specific movement + breath + nervous system regulation