The Optimal Nutrition Network is a curated directory connecting you with clinicians, dietitians, and coaches dedicated to the power of food as medicine.
Poor diet quality is a leading cause of chronic illness in the United States and globally, yet finding healthcare providers who truly understand nutrition can be difficult.
This directory is designed to bridge that gap.
The Mission of The Optimal Nutrition Network
We connect patients and readers with a diverse community of professionals – from physicians to health coaches – who integrate the principles of Lifestyle Medicine into their practice.
Every professional listed in The Optimal Nutrition Network aligns with the evidence-based consensus that a diet based predominantly on whole, minimally processed plant foods is essential for disease prevention, treatment, and reversal.
Browse The Optimal Nutrition Network Listings
🍎 Nutrition Experts (RD, RDN, CNS)
Registered Dietitians providing medical nutrition therapy and meal planning.
Cynthia Bartok, PhD, RDN
Personalized nutrition care for adults with chronic diseases.
Online | Visit Website
Deepa Deshmukh, MPH, RDN, CDCES, BC-ADM
Supporting you on your journey towards better well-being.
Online & Chicago, IL | Visit Website
💪 Allied Health & Coaching (RN, PT, NBC-HWC)
Health coaches, nurses, and physical therapists dedicated to behavioral change.
Marian Blum, LAc, NBC-HWC
Support for people who want to prevent type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease by improving their lifestyle habits.
Online & Monterey, CA | Visit Website
Seeta Noah, MA, CHES
Develop a healthy eating pattern with real whole foods you enjoy and achieve long term weight loss.
Online | Visit Website
🎓 Educational Resources & Institutions
Blogs, academic centers, and organizations dedicated to Lifestyle Medicine education.
The American College of Lifestyle Medicine
Find a Board Certified Provider
Global | Visit Website
The Nutrition Source – Harvard University
Leading authority on food and nutrition knowledge, providing science-based guidance for healthy living.
Global | Visit Website
Fabio Del Taglia, MS, MBA
Founder of The Optimal Nutrition Network. Italian health educator and coach based in Germany. Dedicated to making evidence-based sustainable healthy eating simple and enjoyable for everyone.
Global | Visit Website
🩺 Physicians & Clinicians (MD, DO, MBBS, NP, PA)
Licensed medical professionals focused on root-cause resolution.
We are currently vetting physicians for this section. Are you a Board Certified Lifestyle Medicine physician? Join the Optimal Nutrition Network.
Join The Optimal Nutrition Network
Are you a Lifestyle Medicine practitioner, Registered Dietitian, or Health Coach?
If your practice creates online content or offers services aligned with the American College of Lifestyle Medicine (ACLM) pillars, we invite you to join this growing network.
Why list on The Optimal Nutrition Network?
- Visibility: Connect with a dedicated audience seeking evidence-based nutritional guidance.
- Collaboration: Join a movement of professionals standardizing “Food as Medicine.”
- It’s Free: This is a collaborative initiative to amplify the reach of Lifestyle Medicine.
How to Submit Your Profile
We welcome submissions from providers in the US and internationally. To request a listing, please email fabio@fabdelta.com with the subject line “ONN Submission” and include:
- Name & Credentials: (e.g., Sarah Smith, RDN)
- Category: (e.g., Nutrition Expert)
- Website URL:
- Location: (e.g., “Chicago, IL” or “Online Consults”)
- Short Bio: (Max 50 words)
- Profile Image: (Headshot or Logo)
Disclaimer
The content provided on The Optimal Nutrition Network is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. FabDelta does not officially endorse the specific medical advice of independent practitioners listed here. Always consult with your primary care physician before making significant changes to your diet, exercise routine, or medication.
Guide to Credentials & Acronyms
- ACLM: American College of Lifestyle Medicine
- MD: Doctor of Medicine
- DO: Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
- MBBS: Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (International equivalent to MD)
- NP: Nurse Practitioner
- PA: Physician Assistant
- RD / RDN: Registered Dietitian / Nutritionist
- CNS: Certified Nutrition Specialist
- RN: Registered Nurse
- PT: Physical Therapist
- NBC-HWC: National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach