I need a pro tip for online dietitian/nutritionist (US only)

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ppereira_93
ppereira_93 Posts: 2 Member
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Hi! I've been doing gym and some cardio for 5 months, but I feel like I'm always improvising in the kitchen and it's messing with my progress. I hate guessing with my meals, so I want some legit help. Anyone know where I can find good online nutritionists that aren't scams or super generic?

So far, the best tip I've gotten was from a coworker about these nutrition appointments (called Nutrium something) included in my Gympass benefit. Anybody have any feedback on this?
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  • tomcustombuilder
    tomcustombuilder Posts: 1,810 Member
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    There is a lot of knowledgeable people on this forum so you ask questions here as a starting point.

    Super generic is not a bad thing as nutrition isn’t that complicated however many nutritionists make things complicated trying to seem overly knowledgeable
  • ninerbuff
    ninerbuff Posts: 48,669 Member
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    One approach that may work for you is to be systematic with your eating. In other words, you make something for breakfast, lunch, dinner.............know what the macro/micros and calories are, then eat the same thing each day. While it may get boring, it takes the guess work out.

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  • kshama2001
    kshama2001 Posts: 27,988 Member
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    In the US, look for a Registered Dietitian rather than a nutritionist. You can probably get a referral from your doctor and possibly have it covered by health insurance.

    I get my healthcare from the VA and have been offered and accepted numerous consultations with RD. However, I've gotten more value from the forums here on MFP.

    Here's a great start: https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10636388/free-customized-personal-weight-loss-eating-plan-not-spam-or-mlm/p1
  • ppereira_93
    ppereira_93 Posts: 2 Member
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    Yesterday, I talked more with my colleague and got motivated to give it a try. Gympass has a big list of available dietitians, so I was able to schedule an appointment for the same day, and honestly, I’m a fan so far.

    She was super practical and moderate with her recommendations, and with their app (Nutrium), I can chat with her any time. Last night, I found myself messaging her while shopping because I had some doubts to clear up. Basically, I’ve found what I was looking for!

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