If you landed here, chances are you are looking to change your eating habits, but need some support. Searching for a nutrition coach in your area can be an overwhelming process. Searching for an educated, qualified nutrition coach can be an even more overwhelming process.
We’re here to save you time, energy, and maybe even money.
Instead of sifting through the endless options available and wasting time with coaches or diet programs that don’t work, we made the list for you.
Here at OnPoint Nutrition, our team of dietitians and nutritionists has helped over 3,000 people just like you find the best nutrition coach for them and achieve their goals.
We believe in the power of nutrition and know how valuable quality nutrition counseling is. We don’t want anyone to get sucked into another program that simply does not work.
We also know that we’re not the only nutrition coaching service out there, and we are often asked how we compare to other nutrition coaches and programs.
Because we truly want you to find the best nutrition coach for you and your goals, we put together a list of the best nutrition coaches in Chicago.
Top Nutrition Coaches in Chicago, Illinois
FEED Nutrition Consulting
Who Are They?
FEED Nutrition Consulting is a group of clinically trained registered dietitians who provide practical nutrition advice.
FEED’s mission is “to help clients cut through the ‘food noise’ with nutrition counseling that’s personalized based on science and rooted in reality.”
What Do They Offer?
FEED offers personal nutrition consultations and custom diet solutions. They provide nutrition services for individuals of all ages, including family nutrition services.
Clients meet with their FEED dietitian either in their Chicago office or virtually from their home.
Why Did They Make Our List?
Their approach to nutrition is science-based, but also realistic, which allows clients to find something that works for them.
Health Loft
Who Are They?
Health Loft is a team of licensed dietitians who provide nutrition counseling and education that is covered by most insurance companies
The dietitians at the Health Loft work with clients with concerns including:
- Disordered eating
- Sports nutrition
- Weight loss/management
- Pregnancy care
- Digestive issues
- Thyroid conditions
- Cardiopulmonary
- Lifestyle consultations
- Chronic conditions
What Do They Offer?
Health Loft offers 1-on-1 nutrition counseling that is tailor-made for each individual. Clients are paired with a dietitian who they meet with regularly and have the ability to message for support at any time.
Their programs help create healthier habits to help clients reach their goals.
Why Did They Make Our List?
By accepting health insurance, HSA/FSA, and self-pay, their counseling is accessible. They also provide virtual meetings for additional flexibility.
Healthier Tomorrows
Who Are They?
Healthier Tomorrows is a group of non-diet nutrition and eating disorder specialists who provide individualized nutrition therapy.
What Do They Offer?
Healthier Tomorrows offers 1-on-1 nutrition counseling for:
- Addiction recovery
- Diabetes management
- Eating disorder recovery
- Medical nutrition therapy
- Selective eating, food aversions, and ARFID
- Weight and metabolism
They have office locations in both Chicago and Evanston, as well as the option for virtual meetings. Healthier Tomorrows is also in network with multiple major insurance providers.
Why Did They Make Our List?
Healthier Tomorrows focuses on providing a safe, non-shaming, affirming, and welcoming space for individuals to share personal information with their counselors.
Intuitive Balance Nutrition
Who Are They?
Intuitive Balance Nutrition is a private nutrition practice run by Allison Shudnow, an anti-diet registered dietitian and certified intuitive eating counselor.
What Do They Offer?
Allison offers individual nutrition counseling services and specializes in:
- Anorexia nervosa
- Binge eating disorder/compulsive overeating
- Bulimia nervosa
- Night eating syndrome
- Disordered eating
- Recovery from chronic dieting
- Intuitive eating
- Individuals experiencing gender dysphoria or who identify as transgender or gender non-conforming
She works within the health at every size framework and openly welcomes all sizes, genders, orientations, identities, colors, cultures, and beliefs to her practice.
Why Did They Make Our List?
Intuitive Balance Nutrition takes an inclusive approach to nutrition counseling and building healthier habits.
Midwest Counseling & Diagnostics, LLC
Who Are They?
Midwest Counseling is an outpatient group that provides both mental health and nutritional counseling.
Their nutrition counseling is provided by highly experienced, skilled dietitians who help clients improve their relationships with food.
What Do They Offer?
Midwest Counseling offers individual nutrition coaching for topics including:
- Mindful eating
- Portion sizing
- Meal preparation and planning
- Grocery shopping
- Nutrition education
- Debunking diet myths
- Improving body image
- Medical nutrition therapy
Why Did They Make Our List?
With both nutrition and mental health counseling available Midwest Counseling offers clients the opportunity to work on improving multiple areas of health simultaneously.
Mind Body Co-op
Who Are They?
Mind Body Co-op is a wellness practice that helps individuals integrate mind and body to optimize their health.
What Do They Offer?
They offer medical nutrition counseling with a dietitian, in addition to various other forms of therapy.
Their nutrition services include:
- Individual nutrition therapy/counseling
- Intuitive eating counseling
- Meal planning and support
- Functional lab testing
- Targeted nutrition supplementation
- Grocery shopping and cooking skills
Why Did They Make Our List?
Their holistic approach to physical and mental health is both individualized and well-rounded.
How To Choose the Best Nutrition Coach for You
Now that you have more details on six of the best nutrition coaches in The Windy City, it’s time to narrow down your choices and make your decision.
We recommend taking two steps to choose the best fit for you.
Step 1: Educate Yourself
If you haven’t already, spend some time educating yourself on nutrition coaching and everything it entails so you are prepared to find the best fit for you.
To learn more about nutrition coaching:
- What Do Nutrition Coaches Do? Why You May Want to Work With One
- How To Choose The Best Nutrition Program For You in 2023
Take some time to learn more about the coaches and programs you are interested in, too. We gave you the basics, but the more information you have the more confidence you will feel.
Confidence in yourself, and in your nutrition coach, will allow you to fully commit and achieve your goals once and for all.
Step 2: Ask Questions
If you’re not 100% sure that a nutrition coach is right for you, ask more questions! The relationship you have with your coach is important so making sure they are both qualified and a good fit for you is crucial.
You may want to ask questions about their:
- Education
- Certifications
- Training
- Specialties
- Personality
- Level of support
Is OnPoint The Nutrition Coaching Service for You?
While these six are some of the best nutrition coaching programs in Chicago, you may want something a little more flexible. You also may want to feel like your nutrition coach is right there with you all the time.
If this is what you’re looking for, online nutrition coaching may be a better fit for you.
We wholeheartedly believe in the effectiveness of our virtual, 1-on-1 nutrition counseling.
Our team is well-rounded and qualified. Our programs are customized to you as an individual. We approach nutrition coaching with a balanced, all foods fit mentality and support you all along the way.
If these factors have you ready to take the next step in your journey, learn more about our nutrition coaching programs, then schedule a consultation to take the first step toward your goals.
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Liz has been reading nutrition labels since she learned how to read. Growing up with severe peanut and tree nut allergies she learned that it’s important to know what you are putting into your body. She made her first big lifestyle change as a freshman in high school, when she decided to become a vegetarian. However, it wasn’t until she took a food class in Italy as part of a study abroad program in college that it clicked in her mind that she wanted to make food and nutrition her career. Liz graduated from Penn State University in 2015 with a bachelor's degree in Nutrition, as well as a bachelor's degree in Marketing. She completed her dietetic internship with Aramark in Philadelphia, and her master's degree at Northeastern University shortly after.