Meet Kay Loughrey - Nutritionist, Dietitian & Weight Loss Coach

1. What is the difference between a nutritionist and a dietitian?

A nutritionist who is a dietitian focuses on helping individuals improve their health and wellness through dietary guidance and behavior change. They are often licensed and work in many different settings to include managing specific diet-related health conditions like diabetes. The biggest difference between a nutritionist and a dietitian is that there are no educational or other qualifications to become a nutritionist. Nutritionists who are dietitians usually have an advanced degree in nutrition, take a qualifying exam, and are required to complete continuing education. Our nutritionist is a dietitian who focuses on lasting weight loss coaching, including personalized nutrition plans, habit change, and removing inner barriers to weight loss success. 

2. How does weight loss coaching with a nutritionist work?

 Our Weight loss coaching combines personalized meal planning, education on healthy lifestyle choices and eating habits that includes one-on-one guidance by our nutritionist and dietitian who helps you achieve sustainable results. Our programs are designed to address the root causes of weight gain and provide tools for long-term success, including managing emotional eating, building new habits, and navigating inner roadblocks and obstacles like busy schedules or holidays.

3. Do I need a doctor’s referral to work with a nutritionist?

No, you don’t need a doctor’s referral to start working with a nutritionist who is a dietitian. However, if you have specific health conditions such as diabetes or high blood pressure, it’s important to share your health history to ensure the best care and guidance tailored to your needs by a nutritionist who is a dietitian who is recognized as a nutrition expert..

4. Can a nutritionist help with specific health issues like pre-diabetes or high blood pressure?

Absolutely! A nutritionist who is a dietitian is specifically trained, registered and licensed to help clients manage or prevent health issues like pre-diabetes, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure. By focusing on nutrition and sustainable lifestyle changes tailored to your health issues, we aim to help you improve your health, reduce or eliminate medications, and feel your best.

5. How long will it take to see results working with a nutritionist?

Everyone’s journey is unique, but many clients who work with a nutritionist who is a dietitian start noticing improvements in energy levels, mood, and overall well-being within the first few weeks of the program. Sustainable weight loss typically averages 1-2 pounds per week, and our 12-month program is structured to help you achieve lasting change at a healthy pace.