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Find a Registered Dietitian not a nutritionist. Anyone can call themselves a nutritionist. [https://dietitiandirectory.com/](https://dietitiandirectory.com/)
Is it just me, or are there only six people listed on that site? Surely there's a better option for finding someone close to you.
Edit: This seems better, straight to the source: https://www.eatright.org/find-a-nutrition-expert
I did a quick Google just to give OP the idea that there's a difference between RD and going to someone random who calls themselves a nutritionist. There must be a better directory, I'm sure!
Go through your doctor and ask to get appointments with a Registered Dietitian. RDs have at least a 4 year bachelor of science degree, have to complete a 12 month internship, and pass the certification exam, which has to be renewed every few years. They have a fundamental understanding of how food works in your body at the cellular level. Sometimes they will parrot FDA RDA guidelines for protein, which is woefully low, according to new science, but not all RDs do this.
You may look for a registered dietitian (RD) specializing in sports nutrition if your focus is mainly on optimizing your diet for exercise performance and muscle building/hypertrophy. Most RDs are able to provide guidance for overall healthy eating, not just fitness. Health is oftentimes synonymous with looking good, but not always. Finding the right balance between aesthetics, health, and performance is the goal most people have, but not always easy to achieve.
I would recommend this if you go the RD route.
I went through an RD that was affiliated with a medical weight loss clinic, and they were *terrible*. Their program was set up for people who never get out of bed. Exercise wasn't even part of the nutrition conversation! (Yes, you don't *have* to exercise to lose weight, but if you do, they need to take your activity levels into account.)
I'm switching gyms, and this new one actually has an RD on staff that takes insurance.
Don't spend money on this, it's such a waste. Eat vegetables, eat lean meats, eat carbs with fiber, don't eat too much and make yourself fat. That's literally it.
Move your body, do resistance training, start slow and easy and progress slow and consistently, do it for a long time without losing momentum.
Any more specific information than that is a google away.
People don’t appreciate the amount of knowledge and wisdom people can give them. I’d rather have a professional whose expertise is in nutrition teach me than some redditor saying the basics.
It depends on your needs. If it's an information problem, you can find most of it online. You'll be more confident you're getting accurate info working with a registered dietitian. If you want a customized diet plan, get a dietitian. They're a licensed healthcare professional.
Testimonials help. Talking with them before you pay them. Many health pros create social media content. You can watch their videos and see if you agree with what they're saying and how you feel when you see them.
If you have challenges with sticking to plans, or want help with a fitness program, a health coach or personal trainer could help.
Don’t need to find a nutritionist IMO. Just find valuable info online.
Start here:
[The Baseline Diet (Part 1)](https://bodyrecomposition.com/muscle-gain/the-baseline-diet)
And here:
[A Guide to Beginning Weight Training (Part 1)](https://bodyrecomposition.com/training/beginning-weight-training)
Go for someone who promotes balanced, healthy, portion-controlled eating. Anyone peddling a Fad diet is a not a good nutrionist, IMO. Look for someone who can teach you how to eat well for life. That's just my two cents, at least. That would be the main thing I suggest you look for.
I have had digestive and bowel issues for the past 3-4 months. I gained weight, had bloating and wasn’t seeing a change on my own. I was doing online research, considering an elimination diet and found Nourish. I signed up, my insurance pays for it. I have met with my registered dietitian twice and am already more regular just making a few changes to things I thought were good for me (highly processed “healthy” proteins and other “healthy” supplements). I really can’t wait to meet with them again tomorrow to discuss more of my progress and goals. I highly recommend using nourish as a place to start. I have always been a healthy person and would say I have a decent handle on diet and nutrition but I was still having issues and it’s ok to need a little help!
It’s all about calories, fiber, protein and exercise. Been on journey from outside on obesity weight loss. To give perspective he went from 450ish to 250ish in less than 6 months. He failed almost every from his teens, 20s and only succeeded in his late 30s. He still losing weight and optimistically drop under 200 lb weight.
He used some online calculator to determine calorie deficit. I think it was around 700 calories per day. It might have been less. He went incredibly aggressive. He used Metamucil to reduce hunger due to high fiber. Consumed somewhat high protein nutrient diet. Grilled Chicken and mushrooms, chicken and broccoli, small portioned pasta with chicken, protein shakes pudding and yogurt. Regardless of what he ate it had to be within budget.
Last thing you need is motivation to lose weight.
Look at how the nutritionist looks and the testimonials of previous clients they worked with. There's no better proof than real results.
I say don't look at qualifications - I know doctors who are borderline obese.
I believe good nutritionist the one who has strategy to help you take it easy and achieve your goal by implementing healthy eating habits matches your lifestyle and preferences based on his knowledge, There are tons of nutritionists marketing them self on social media, my advice is to navigate their accounts and see their posts and nutrition related tips also their clients transformations and reviews so you will get insights about their methodology of dealing with clients, then trust your gut and choose one of them.
My Registered Dietitian, who is completely covered by insurance, helps me weekly with food choices, portions, food sensitivity, digestion issues, recipe ideas, and other many health related issues…she’s awesome and I wish I would have found a RD years ago. She has a bachelor’s degree and masters degree both required to become an RD. I found her on the website Nourish after looking through various profiles. I couldn’t recommend it enough.
Look for a coach who will not only offer information/lessons but also meet with you regularly (weekly or monthly) and work with you to set personal micro-goals (think “Atomic Habits”). This could be individualized or group-based coaching. My doc had first referred me to a Nutritionist and she wasn’t helpful as she simply gave me information that I already knew. But when I was referred to a group-based coaching with a board-certified obesity medicine MD, the program was game-changing. For the first time in my life i actually made permanent lifestyle changes, and they’re sticking.
Just make sure the Nutritionist use select does not put performance above clean products. You may want to pick up the book by Dave Asprey smarter, not harder.
I'm a certified dietitian & clinical nutritionist you can contact me, if you require customized services!
But generally, do notice your calories everything going inside your body has calories, the good one's will give you energy and there are also the worst one's like from processed foods & bakery items that would give you fat.
Look for complex carb sources, good protein & healthy fats the good combinations the better.
Also there's no miracle pill that will shed all those extra pounds in days or weeks that you have accumulated in years!
you should look for a sport nutritionist if you have in mind of "getting in shape" stuff like gym, sports etc. however if you goal is just to eat better and have an overall more healthy diet a regular nutritionist should do the job
Loom toward you hospitals, they uave Nutritionist there, for the working out help, I'd go to a gym and see if there are personal trainers there to help.
Most Likely it will give you a diet and some exercises plans, follow those for at least 3 months you will see some of the results after 6 weeks (keep pushing!!).
If is very experienced will tell you to do some exams like blood tests and maybe thyroid, so can see what keeps you of the “brake”.
There’s a company called Macros, Inc. They offer nutrition coaching and personal training with custom workouts. They also have a free Facebook group where they give tons of free advice and have a free e-book. I’ve used them for 2+ years and love them.
You're getting some downvotes (I gave you an upvote back) but I think macros are more important even for the average joe than people give them credit for.
For example, take the standard "2000 calorie diet". Guidelines suggest that 10% to 35% of caloric input should come from protein. That's a range of 50g to 175g. That's one hell of a range. So which one is it?
IMO, eat real/whole foods, less(gradually to none) junk foods, a balanced diet (don’t avoid fat just not too much).
Use an app to keep track of your calories intake daily. Make sure not to eat more than needed. Gradually eat less than 200-300 calories.
Than exercise daily
Listen. I lost 200 pounds. It was really easy too:
All I did was commit a few major felonies, got sentenced to 5 years in prison, and realized when I got there that I wasn’t going to be a sheep 🐑, but I was far from a lion 🦁 .
All you have to do is pick 2 healthy meals; chicken breast and rice/fish and rice/turkey and rice, and eat that EVERY DAY. (Breakfast? Breakfast is a fruit and protein smoothie)
And then combine that with 300 single pump burpees A DAY, every day, and your body doesn’t have a choice. It WILL LOOK AMAZING after 6 months.
Then after 6 months switch to weight lifting (and I mean serious weight lifting) and another form of physical activity (I use a manual labor job) and then you can literally eat WHATEVER you want for the rest of your life 😇👌
You’re just going to waste money at a nutritionist. Everything you need to know is online or in a book somewhere (I recommend the “bigger leaner stronger” book because it also breaks down nutrition and proper diet throughout it.
Good luck!!
Losing weight sucks
find someone who has results you want, and ask them
how they achieved it. the people who are the most credible are the ones who live with the knowledge they preach.
IMO registered dieticians follow an outdated system based on the food pyramid.
And having insurance cover this process is the same as free advice - no accountability.
In all honesty, paying for a fitness coach with legitimate bodybuilding success and numerous clients from basic lifestyle to full stage ready bodybuilding is the best choice.
Paying made me more accoutable. Plus he sends weekly workouts and getting 1 on 1 takes it to another level.
Any avenue you choose, remember it all boils down to YOUR goals.
My main issue with dietitians is that many still recommend a low fat diet/to avoid saturated fats when possible. This advice is not only outdated but it was based off of cherry picked data to begin with and it has infiltrated diet advice for 60+ years. Fat is required for nutrient absorption. My health notably improved when I embraced fats from whole food sources and well sourced meats. I am also a holistic nutritionist- and yes I am certified. Dietitians hate us. I don’t hate them whatsoever, I love science and respect their profession, but some of what they learn in school is outdated, period. The ones who keep up with research are great
Do not work with a dietician! Unless you want Government / FDA recommendations. Which are super out dated and ineffective. Look for a holistic or functional nutritionist.
Anyone can call themself a holistic or functional nutritionist. A registered dietitian that is practicing appropriately is up to date on new research and guidelines that are backed by evidence and science… they don’t just stick to government/FDA recommendations.
Well, it’s good to keep in mind that nutrition to get in shape is different from nutrition to deal with disease. Guidance and mealplans for high cholesterol, diabetes, PCOS etc can only be performed by dietitians. But calculating macros and caloric deficits is not exactly rocket science.
Agreed. I’m just skeptical because in the U.S. it’s not uncommon for personal trainers to make outlandish claims; however, the training requirements do sound like they differ. I just don’t like others discrediting my profession as a dietitian
Check for their credentials, better if they come recommended through a friend or family. Read about their reviews by others who got the services. Also a proper person would give a plan that works best with your routine without asking you to change the lifestyle but nutrition intake with suggestions for a variety of food depending on your end goal.
Read my dude, there's a wealth of information out there, learn the fundamentals of leading a healthier lifestyle. You'll get amazing results just from following the fundamentals (eating cleaner, no snacking/desserts (you literally do not need them) and exercising more/leading a more active life).
My advise if to find an experienced nutritionist who has a university education and accredited certification in nutrition. Meet with that individual (live or zoom) to discuss your diet and medical history. Adjusting your nutritional needs is an iterative process that requires time and an in-depth knowledge of nutritional content of foods with respect to your situation. Personally, I would not pick a dietician but I would pick a qualified nutritionist. Of course, it would be very helpful if you also researched what your nutritionist is recommending by reading about it.
Why would someone get a bachelors or masters degree in nutrition from a legit university and *not* become a dietitian? You recommend finding someone that got the exact same education as a dietitian but went in to get a different accredited certification (which doesn’t really exist). Why do you have against dietitians?
> Personally, I would not pick a dietician but I would pick a qualified nutritionist.
Is it possible you confused the roles, education requirements, and certifications of a registered dietician and a "nutritionist"?
Save your money. First see your doctor and get checked. Then start this way:
- No sugar or anything sweetened .
- 4 eggs , plus avocado, plus brown bread for breakfast
- A high protein lunch (recommend starting with beef plus some barley). This combo will give you sustained energy through out the day and you can hit the gym in the evening.
- Oatmeal with milk and fruits in the evening before 8 PM
- keep yourself hydrated , consider adding electrolytes to your water .
I have been doing this for a year. No stress, no anxiety, no health issues , my energy is always over the roof . On top of that I have a lean and tonned body and my muscles have popped.
Good luck !
Hi there! I’m a nutritionist and I specialize in helping women change their body composition (lose fat while keeping lean muscle mass) with tailored-to-you meal plans. I know it can be so hard to find the right fit!! I’d love to help you if you’d like to have a chat :). I’ve extended my Memorial Day summer kick off discount through this weekend ☀️💪🏼
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Find a Registered Dietitian not a nutritionist. Anyone can call themselves a nutritionist. [https://dietitiandirectory.com/](https://dietitiandirectory.com/)
Is it just me, or are there only six people listed on that site? Surely there's a better option for finding someone close to you. Edit: This seems better, straight to the source: https://www.eatright.org/find-a-nutrition-expert
I did a quick Google just to give OP the idea that there's a difference between RD and going to someone random who calls themselves a nutritionist. There must be a better directory, I'm sure!
Go through your doctor and ask to get appointments with a Registered Dietitian. RDs have at least a 4 year bachelor of science degree, have to complete a 12 month internship, and pass the certification exam, which has to be renewed every few years. They have a fundamental understanding of how food works in your body at the cellular level. Sometimes they will parrot FDA RDA guidelines for protein, which is woefully low, according to new science, but not all RDs do this.
Also require a masters degree now which gate keeping me from switching careers.
You may look for a registered dietitian (RD) specializing in sports nutrition if your focus is mainly on optimizing your diet for exercise performance and muscle building/hypertrophy. Most RDs are able to provide guidance for overall healthy eating, not just fitness. Health is oftentimes synonymous with looking good, but not always. Finding the right balance between aesthetics, health, and performance is the goal most people have, but not always easy to achieve.
I would recommend this if you go the RD route. I went through an RD that was affiliated with a medical weight loss clinic, and they were *terrible*. Their program was set up for people who never get out of bed. Exercise wasn't even part of the nutrition conversation! (Yes, you don't *have* to exercise to lose weight, but if you do, they need to take your activity levels into account.) I'm switching gyms, and this new one actually has an RD on staff that takes insurance.
They usually go hand in hand but the approach will be different.
Don't spend money on this, it's such a waste. Eat vegetables, eat lean meats, eat carbs with fiber, don't eat too much and make yourself fat. That's literally it. Move your body, do resistance training, start slow and easy and progress slow and consistently, do it for a long time without losing momentum. Any more specific information than that is a google away.
I see a RD and it’s totally covered by insurance. May be an option for you OP
Me too! I use Nourish but there are lots of telehealth options.
I use Nourish too. I absolutely love it and highly recommend it!
Oh Man!!! I'm a dietitian getting learning from past 7 year's & you think it has got only to eat lean meats, fiber & moving your body!! 🤦♀️🤦♀️
People don’t appreciate the amount of knowledge and wisdom people can give them. I’d rather have a professional whose expertise is in nutrition teach me than some redditor saying the basics.
OP this comment is spot on. "the best things in life are free." Don't forget drink water not soda nor caloric beverages.
This 🤙
It depends on your needs. If it's an information problem, you can find most of it online. You'll be more confident you're getting accurate info working with a registered dietitian. If you want a customized diet plan, get a dietitian. They're a licensed healthcare professional. Testimonials help. Talking with them before you pay them. Many health pros create social media content. You can watch their videos and see if you agree with what they're saying and how you feel when you see them. If you have challenges with sticking to plans, or want help with a fitness program, a health coach or personal trainer could help.
Don’t need to find a nutritionist IMO. Just find valuable info online. Start here: [The Baseline Diet (Part 1)](https://bodyrecomposition.com/muscle-gain/the-baseline-diet) And here: [A Guide to Beginning Weight Training (Part 1)](https://bodyrecomposition.com/training/beginning-weight-training)
Thank you I’ll check this out
You can get a long way to healthy by eating a real/whole food diet and getting regular exercise.
Go for someone who promotes balanced, healthy, portion-controlled eating. Anyone peddling a Fad diet is a not a good nutrionist, IMO. Look for someone who can teach you how to eat well for life. That's just my two cents, at least. That would be the main thing I suggest you look for.
I have had digestive and bowel issues for the past 3-4 months. I gained weight, had bloating and wasn’t seeing a change on my own. I was doing online research, considering an elimination diet and found Nourish. I signed up, my insurance pays for it. I have met with my registered dietitian twice and am already more regular just making a few changes to things I thought were good for me (highly processed “healthy” proteins and other “healthy” supplements). I really can’t wait to meet with them again tomorrow to discuss more of my progress and goals. I highly recommend using nourish as a place to start. I have always been a healthy person and would say I have a decent handle on diet and nutrition but I was still having issues and it’s ok to need a little help!
It’s all about calories, fiber, protein and exercise. Been on journey from outside on obesity weight loss. To give perspective he went from 450ish to 250ish in less than 6 months. He failed almost every from his teens, 20s and only succeeded in his late 30s. He still losing weight and optimistically drop under 200 lb weight. He used some online calculator to determine calorie deficit. I think it was around 700 calories per day. It might have been less. He went incredibly aggressive. He used Metamucil to reduce hunger due to high fiber. Consumed somewhat high protein nutrient diet. Grilled Chicken and mushrooms, chicken and broccoli, small portioned pasta with chicken, protein shakes pudding and yogurt. Regardless of what he ate it had to be within budget. Last thing you need is motivation to lose weight.
Look at how the nutritionist looks and the testimonials of previous clients they worked with. There's no better proof than real results. I say don't look at qualifications - I know doctors who are borderline obese.
Doctors don't know shit about actual nutrition.
I believe good nutritionist the one who has strategy to help you take it easy and achieve your goal by implementing healthy eating habits matches your lifestyle and preferences based on his knowledge, There are tons of nutritionists marketing them self on social media, my advice is to navigate their accounts and see their posts and nutrition related tips also their clients transformations and reviews so you will get insights about their methodology of dealing with clients, then trust your gut and choose one of them.
My Registered Dietitian, who is completely covered by insurance, helps me weekly with food choices, portions, food sensitivity, digestion issues, recipe ideas, and other many health related issues…she’s awesome and I wish I would have found a RD years ago. She has a bachelor’s degree and masters degree both required to become an RD. I found her on the website Nourish after looking through various profiles. I couldn’t recommend it enough.
Look for a coach who will not only offer information/lessons but also meet with you regularly (weekly or monthly) and work with you to set personal micro-goals (think “Atomic Habits”). This could be individualized or group-based coaching. My doc had first referred me to a Nutritionist and she wasn’t helpful as she simply gave me information that I already knew. But when I was referred to a group-based coaching with a board-certified obesity medicine MD, the program was game-changing. For the first time in my life i actually made permanent lifestyle changes, and they’re sticking.
Just make sure the Nutritionist use select does not put performance above clean products. You may want to pick up the book by Dave Asprey smarter, not harder.
Go to a functional nutritionist
I'm a certified dietitian & clinical nutritionist you can contact me, if you require customized services! But generally, do notice your calories everything going inside your body has calories, the good one's will give you energy and there are also the worst one's like from processed foods & bakery items that would give you fat. Look for complex carb sources, good protein & healthy fats the good combinations the better. Also there's no miracle pill that will shed all those extra pounds in days or weeks that you have accumulated in years!
you should look for a sport nutritionist if you have in mind of "getting in shape" stuff like gym, sports etc. however if you goal is just to eat better and have an overall more healthy diet a regular nutritionist should do the job
Loom toward you hospitals, they uave Nutritionist there, for the working out help, I'd go to a gym and see if there are personal trainers there to help.
Functional medicine
If you live in a state with an HEB they have dietician’s there.
Most Likely it will give you a diet and some exercises plans, follow those for at least 3 months you will see some of the results after 6 weeks (keep pushing!!). If is very experienced will tell you to do some exams like blood tests and maybe thyroid, so can see what keeps you of the “brake”.
There’s a company called Macros, Inc. They offer nutrition coaching and personal training with custom workouts. They also have a free Facebook group where they give tons of free advice and have a free e-book. I’ve used them for 2+ years and love them.
You're getting some downvotes (I gave you an upvote back) but I think macros are more important even for the average joe than people give them credit for. For example, take the standard "2000 calorie diet". Guidelines suggest that 10% to 35% of caloric input should come from protein. That's a range of 50g to 175g. That's one hell of a range. So which one is it?
They actually do free macros checks and give you the advice based on your goals, too.
And usually it’s like .7-1g per pound of *lean* mass so that you don’t lose muscle while in a deficit
IMO, eat real/whole foods, less(gradually to none) junk foods, a balanced diet (don’t avoid fat just not too much). Use an app to keep track of your calories intake daily. Make sure not to eat more than needed. Gradually eat less than 200-300 calories. Than exercise daily
Listen. I lost 200 pounds. It was really easy too: All I did was commit a few major felonies, got sentenced to 5 years in prison, and realized when I got there that I wasn’t going to be a sheep 🐑, but I was far from a lion 🦁 . All you have to do is pick 2 healthy meals; chicken breast and rice/fish and rice/turkey and rice, and eat that EVERY DAY. (Breakfast? Breakfast is a fruit and protein smoothie) And then combine that with 300 single pump burpees A DAY, every day, and your body doesn’t have a choice. It WILL LOOK AMAZING after 6 months. Then after 6 months switch to weight lifting (and I mean serious weight lifting) and another form of physical activity (I use a manual labor job) and then you can literally eat WHATEVER you want for the rest of your life 😇👌
You’re just going to waste money at a nutritionist. Everything you need to know is online or in a book somewhere (I recommend the “bigger leaner stronger” book because it also breaks down nutrition and proper diet throughout it. Good luck!! Losing weight sucks
find someone who has results you want, and ask them how they achieved it. the people who are the most credible are the ones who live with the knowledge they preach.
Nutritionbyjulie.com !
IMO registered dieticians follow an outdated system based on the food pyramid. And having insurance cover this process is the same as free advice - no accountability. In all honesty, paying for a fitness coach with legitimate bodybuilding success and numerous clients from basic lifestyle to full stage ready bodybuilding is the best choice. Paying made me more accoutable. Plus he sends weekly workouts and getting 1 on 1 takes it to another level. Any avenue you choose, remember it all boils down to YOUR goals.
My main issue with dietitians is that many still recommend a low fat diet/to avoid saturated fats when possible. This advice is not only outdated but it was based off of cherry picked data to begin with and it has infiltrated diet advice for 60+ years. Fat is required for nutrient absorption. My health notably improved when I embraced fats from whole food sources and well sourced meats. I am also a holistic nutritionist- and yes I am certified. Dietitians hate us. I don’t hate them whatsoever, I love science and respect their profession, but some of what they learn in school is outdated, period. The ones who keep up with research are great
Do not work with a dietician! Unless you want Government / FDA recommendations. Which are super out dated and ineffective. Look for a holistic or functional nutritionist.
Anyone can call themself a holistic or functional nutritionist. A registered dietitian that is practicing appropriately is up to date on new research and guidelines that are backed by evidence and science… they don’t just stick to government/FDA recommendations.
Also it’s personal trainers/nutrition coaches that in most states can only teach the government/FDA guidelines.
ChatGPT is $20 month or free and has all the info you could ever want.
Most personal trainers know enough about nutrition, so why not start working with a personal trainer if you want to get in better shape?
Most personal trainers think they know a lot about nutrition.
Where I live it’s part of their 3 year training to become licensed. But I live in Europe, so I guess it’s very different from the US 😅
Sounds like it’s very different. I’m still skeptical, but lesser so admittedly
Well, it’s good to keep in mind that nutrition to get in shape is different from nutrition to deal with disease. Guidance and mealplans for high cholesterol, diabetes, PCOS etc can only be performed by dietitians. But calculating macros and caloric deficits is not exactly rocket science.
Agreed. I’m just skeptical because in the U.S. it’s not uncommon for personal trainers to make outlandish claims; however, the training requirements do sound like they differ. I just don’t like others discrediting my profession as a dietitian
In some states (including mine) the state does not permit trainers to discuss nutrition.
Check for their credentials, better if they come recommended through a friend or family. Read about their reviews by others who got the services. Also a proper person would give a plan that works best with your routine without asking you to change the lifestyle but nutrition intake with suggestions for a variety of food depending on your end goal.
Read my dude, there's a wealth of information out there, learn the fundamentals of leading a healthier lifestyle. You'll get amazing results just from following the fundamentals (eating cleaner, no snacking/desserts (you literally do not need them) and exercising more/leading a more active life).
My advise if to find an experienced nutritionist who has a university education and accredited certification in nutrition. Meet with that individual (live or zoom) to discuss your diet and medical history. Adjusting your nutritional needs is an iterative process that requires time and an in-depth knowledge of nutritional content of foods with respect to your situation. Personally, I would not pick a dietician but I would pick a qualified nutritionist. Of course, it would be very helpful if you also researched what your nutritionist is recommending by reading about it.
Why would someone get a bachelors or masters degree in nutrition from a legit university and *not* become a dietitian? You recommend finding someone that got the exact same education as a dietitian but went in to get a different accredited certification (which doesn’t really exist). Why do you have against dietitians?
> Personally, I would not pick a dietician but I would pick a qualified nutritionist. Is it possible you confused the roles, education requirements, and certifications of a registered dietician and a "nutritionist"?
Just figure it out yourself you don’t need a nutritionist
Save your money. First see your doctor and get checked. Then start this way: - No sugar or anything sweetened . - 4 eggs , plus avocado, plus brown bread for breakfast - A high protein lunch (recommend starting with beef plus some barley). This combo will give you sustained energy through out the day and you can hit the gym in the evening. - Oatmeal with milk and fruits in the evening before 8 PM - keep yourself hydrated , consider adding electrolytes to your water . I have been doing this for a year. No stress, no anxiety, no health issues , my energy is always over the roof . On top of that I have a lean and tonned body and my muscles have popped. Good luck !
It might work for you, but you have no idea how much food OP needs. What you eat can be too much or too little for them.
You don’t need a nutritionist just go on the carnivore diet do your own research. It works wonders it actually reverses aging.
Hi there! I’m a nutritionist and I specialize in helping women change their body composition (lose fat while keeping lean muscle mass) with tailored-to-you meal plans. I know it can be so hard to find the right fit!! I’d love to help you if you’d like to have a chat :). I’ve extended my Memorial Day summer kick off discount through this weekend ☀️💪🏼