Registered Dietitians and Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RD or RDN) are equal credentials. Registered Dietitians are able to treat a wide variety of illnesses with hundreds of nutrition therapies as regulated by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. RDs and RDNs work to treat and prevent diagnosed conditions by providing medical nutrition therapy. The RD/RDN often acts as part of a medical team, in various practice settings, such as hospitals, physician offices, private practice and other health care facilities. The work of the RD/RDN is clinically recognized as effective in preventing, treating and managing many conditions.

People who refer to themselves as nutritionists or registered dietitians should have also met criteria based on national standards of education, experience and of practice as set by the Commission on Dietetic Registration, but many erroneously misrepresent themselves as nutritionists. Make sure you are working with a registered dietitian or registered dietitian nutritionist.

LWell Dietitian Nutritionists have experience treating a rage of health and medical conditions, including:

• Diabetes (Type 1 and Type 2)
• Gastrointestinal problems
• Autoimmune Conditions
• Adult or Pediatric Obesity
• Heart Disease
• Inflammatory Conditions
• Kidney Disease
• Drug-Nutrient Interactions
• Gout
• Cancer
• Complicated Weight Loss
• Eating Disorders

Although many physicians do refer patients to our practice, a referral is not required to see one of our dietitians.

Customization

• Our approach will be customized to your needs; including health status, beliefs, attitudes and values, goals, lifestyle, and timeline.

• Therapeutic diets, lifestyle change, or a structured meal plan built for you!

Loyalty

• We are your dietitians for life. Just like a dentist or eye doctor, we will be here for all stages of life.

• We are here to clarify the plan, answer quick questions, and hold you accountable from a data gathering stand-point.

Accountability

• We will do our best to hold you accountable while keeping the balance of achievable goals through coaching, evidence-based clinical recommendations, and a collaborative relationship among your health care providers.

Holistic Approach

• Health is more than one dimension. We consider sleep, exercise, nutrition, medication, and many other aspects of YOU.

Attendance

• The key to success is showing up, especially when you encounter obstacles and setbacks.

• For sustainable, predictable changes, 13 visits in 13 weeks is the gold standard. You may need more or less, this is not a one-size-fits-all approach.

• Please call 757-585-3441 to reschedule appointments. Do not contact your dietitian directly.

Patience

• Change takes time. Building your new normal takes commitment and consistency.

• Session 1 is to build a framework and gather information.

• Each session will build upon the last and become more innovative.

Self-Monitoring

• There are many options for self-monitoring; talk to your RD/RDN about what works best for you.

Flexibility

• People change, goals change, needs change. Be ready to modify your goals and strategies throughout your time with LWell.