Nutrition

The food that you eat directly affects how you feel, your energy level, and how well you concentrate. Good nutrition can provide the building blocks for a successful college career in addition to lowering the risk for diseases such as diabetes, cancer and heart disease. Good nutrition, or healthy eating, can be confusing or misunderstood due to the abundance of misinformation in the media. It is important to get nutrition information from a reputable source, a Registered Dietitian. UNC Charlotte has a Registered Dietitian (RD) available to students at no cost. Receive help with general healthy eating and positive wellness habits, meal planning, managing a medical concern, or eating healthy on campus.

A registered dietitian (RD) is a credentialed nutrition professional who is qualified to practice medical nutrition therapy. A licensed RD is able to assess and prescribe individual nutrition plans to maximize health and lower disease risk/complications. After earning a bachelor’s degree, or higher, completing an intensive internship, and obtaining continuing education credits, an RD is capable of serving as a leader in nutrition education.

In-person and virtual options for all appointments (Students must be in North Carolina or South Carolina for virtual appointments)

Topics Include: 

• Medical Nutrition Therapy for medically related issues, including:
• GI: food intolerances & sensitivities, IBS, celiacs, and others 
• High blood pressure, diabetes, and heart disease/diabetes prevention
• Nutrient deficiencies
• Other disease-related nutrition needs
• Performance & exercise nutrition 
• Nutrition education for healthy eating on campus, meal planning, & eating on a budget
• Lifestyle counseling for optimal health and energy 
• Body image and disordered eating concerns (see disordered eating concerns section below)

How to Make an Appointment?

To make an appointment with the Registered Dietitian, call 704-687-7400. In-person and telehealth appointments are available for the Dietitian. Please arrive 5 minutes before your scheduled appointment to allow enough time to check-in. See cancellation and late arrival information here.

Request A Presentation or Program

Our Registered Dietitian is available upon request and as schedule allows for nutrition presentations. Available nutrition programming is listed below: Request a program for your student group here.

• Healthy Eating on a Budget (60 mins) 

Explore how you can balance nutrition and finances, with easy-to-follow strategies and savvy grocery shopping tips that keep both your health and wallet in check."

• Food and Mood (60 mins) 

Uncover the link between nutrition and emotional well-being and learn how to make mindful food choices that enhance mood, reduce stress, and support overall mental health.

• Nutrition Jeopardy (30 to 60 mins) 

Nutrition Jeopardy is an engaging and competitive game designed for college students to test and expand their knowledge of nutrition while having fun. *

This program can be added to any presentation or can be an activity on its own*

• Nutrition 101 (60 mins) 

Need a primer on nutrition basics? This presentation covers a broad range of topics, including an intro to macronutrients, healthy eating habits, meal planning, goal setting, and more.

•  Intro to Intuitive Eating (30 - 60 mins) 

Learn about the 10 principles of intuitive eating, a framework designed to help develop a healthier relationship with food.

• Mindful Eating Workshop (30 - 60 mins) 

Discover how mindful eating can fit into your busy schedule in this interactive workshop that explores its benefits and practical ways to incorporate it into your day.

• Nutrition to Fuel Performance (60 mins) 

Whether you are a new gym-goer or a seasoned athlete, you'll learn how to improve your eating habits and tailor your nutrition to optimize your academic and athletic performance and boost overall health.

• Customized Nutrition Presentation: Name Your Topic (60 mins) 

Are you looking for a presentation on a nutrition topic not listed above? Request a customized presentation that fits your needs. For more information, call 704-687-7382 or email ninernutrition@charlotte.edu

Ask Our Registered Dietitian

Our Dietitian will read all questions received. Please review the nutritional resources for general information prior to sending your message. Answers to more specific questions are usually provided within 5 days.

Eating Disorders

We utilize a multidisciplinary approach in the treatment of eating disorders. Our outpatient management team is composed of psychologist(s), physician(s), and a registered dietitian.

Nutrition & Eating Disorder Resources