There are many reasons to see a registered dietitian nutritionist, including: • To Help Manage Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, or Other Chronic Diseases — An RDN can help patients understand their condition and how the foods they choose are affecting it. • When Considering Having or Have Had Gastric Bypass Surgery — Following gastric bypass surgery, the stomach can only manage small servings, making it tricky to get the proper level of nutrients. • When Experiencing Digestive Problems — Digestive problems can be caused by the wrong diet, and guidance provided by a dietitian can help patients make choices that do not aggravate their condition. • When Pregnant or Trying to Get Pregnant — The body needs a lot of nutrients to function normally, and this need is even more significant when pregnant. • When Experiencing Disordered Eating — Registered dietitian nutritionists counsel individuals with eating disorders, including bulimia and anorexia. • Need to Gain or Lose Weight — A registered dietitian nutritionist can suggest calorie sources for healthy weight gain, or design a personalized weight loss plan for people planning on losing weight. • For Practical Lifestyle Advice — After learning about the patient’s health history, favorite foods, and eating and exercise habits, a registered dietitian nutritionist will help them set goals and prioritize. • To Improve Performance in Sports — Regardless of the type of sport or the patient’s desired performance goals, a registered dietitian nutritionist can help set the right goals to achieve the desired results. • To Learn How to Cook Healthier Foods — A registered dietitian nutritionist can teach patients how to plan and prepare meals in a healthy, convenient, and efficient way, promoting home-cooked meals that provide well-balanced nutrition for the entire family.