Nutrition & Dietitians
Chapel Hill, NC
Essential Nutrition and Wellness is a Chapel Hill-based nutrition counseling practice led by registered licensed dietitians (RD/LDN) specializing in diabetes management, weight loss, eating disorders, sports nutrition, prenatal/pediatric nutrition, and gastrointestinal health. Founded by Kay Schlegel-Pratt, MS, RD, LDN, the practice offers both telehealth consultations across North Carolina and in-person visits, with expertise in evidence-based nutrition counseling for clinical conditions and lifestyle management. They are participating providers with major insurance plans including BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, and the NC State Health Plan, making professional nutrition counseling accessible and affordable.
Ideal for: Adults managing diabetes or prediabetes, individuals seeking weight loss support, athletes and active individuals, people with eating disorders or gastrointestinal issues, pregnant women and families
Service area: Chapel Hill, Durham, Raleigh, and throughout North Carolina
All Registered Licensed Dietitians: Every team member holds RD/LDN credentials, ensuring guidance grounded in the latest scientific evidence rather than general wellness coaches.
Statewide Telehealth + In-Person Options: HIPAA-compliant virtual consultations serve clients throughout North Carolina, while in-person visits are available at the Chapel Hill office location.
Major Insurance Accepted: Participating provider for BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, and the NC State Health Plan, making expert nutrition counseling more affordable and accessible.
Address: 1709 Legion Rd Ste 216, Chapel Hill, NC 27517
Phone: (919) 923-6874
Website: essentialnutrition.biz
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