Find a Registered Dietitian in Mississippi
Looking for a trusted dietitian or nutritionist near you in Mississippi? At Core Nutrition Health & Wellness, our Registered Dietitian Nutritionists provide expert, evidence-based nutrition counseling for a range of chronic health conditions—including diabetes, digestive issues, PCOS, hormone imbalances, and metabolic health concerns.
Whether you’re in a city like Jackson or a rural part of the state, we offer virtual and in-person care to help you take control of your health so you can live a long, healthy life.
Dietitians Covered by Insurance
The majority of our patients pay $0 out of pocket for visits with a dietitian.
Statewide Virtual Nutrition Counseling in Mississippi
Core Nutrition Health & Wellness offers virtual nutrition counseling to individuals and families across Mississippi—including Jackson, Gulfport, Hattiesburg, Oxford, Starkville, and surrounding rural communities.
Mississippi currently ranks last in overall health and leads the nation in preventable deaths—but we believe those numbers can change. As registered dietitian nutritionists, we know we’re part of the solution.
Through expert, personalized nutrition counseling, we help Mississippians take control of their health with sustainable nutrition and lifestyle habits—building better health and creating lasting change, one person, one family, one community at a time.
Your health is worth prioritizing—start your journey to better health today.
Addressing Chronic Conditions in Mississippi with Nutrition
Mississippi faces some of the nation’s highest rates of diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular disease, and maternal/infant mortality—making expert, preventive nutrition care not just valuable, but vital.
Diabetes
Type 1 Diabetes: Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition where the pancreas stops producing insulin. It often begins in childhood or adolescence, but adults can develop it too.
Type 2 Diabetes: Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes, caused by insulin resistance and elevated blood sugar levels over time.
Type 1.5 / LADA (Latent Autoimmune Diabetes in Adults): Often misdiagnosed as type 2, LADA is a slow-progressing form of autoimmune diabetes in adults. It combines traits of both type 1 and type 2.
Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) Gestational diabetes develops during pregnancy and affects how your body processes sugar. Proper nutrition is essential for a healthy pregnancy and baby.
Prediabetes
Prediabetes is a warning sign that your blood sugar is higher than normal but not yet in the diabetes range. With early nutrition and lifestyle changes, it’s possible to reverse prediabetes and prevent type 2 diabetes.
Insulin resistance occurs when your body has trouble using insulin effectively, often leading to high blood sugar and increased fat storage. It’s a major driver of prediabetes, type 2 diabetes, and PCOS.
Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of conditions—including high blood sugar, excess belly fat, high blood pressure, and abnormal cholesterol—that raise your risk of diabetes and heart disease.
PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome)is a hormonal imbalance that affects metabolism, menstrual health, and fertility—often tied to insulin resistance.
Additional Conditions We Support with Nutrition
Digestive Health
Struggling with IBS-C, IBS-D, SIBO, Crohn’s, UC, chronic bloating, or constipation? Our gut health nutritionist and dietitians provide expert guidance to reduce symptoms, address nutrient deficienices, and improve digestive health to help you feel your best.
Diabetes Management
Manage diabetes effectively with personalized nutrition. Regulate blood sugar, lower your A1C, and reduce the risk of diabetes-related complications such as chronic kidney disease, inflammation, and neuropathy. Our tailored meal plans and expert guidance support your diabetes management goals.
Healthy Weight Loss
Achieve lasting weight loss with personalized nutrition plans designed by our nutritionist for sustainable weight loss to fit your lifestyle. We focus on balanced, nutrient-dense meals and sustainable habits that promote long-term results without restrictive dieting.
Cardiovascular Health
Support heart health with personalized nutrition strategies that help manage blood pressure, cholesterol, and inflammation. Our functional approach focuses on heart-healthy foods, balanced macronutrients, supplements (when beneficial), and lifestyle habits to optimize circulation and overall cardiovascular wellness.
Disordered Eating
We offer personalized nutrition counseling to help manage disordered eating behaviors, including binge eating, and support you in building a healthy relationship with food. Our approach focuses on healing and creating sustainable, balanced eating habits.
Pediatric Nutrition
Our pediatric nutritionist and dietitians provide personalized nutrition counseling for children, addressing concerns like ADHD, ADD, autism, and picky eating. Our goal is to support your child’s growth, development, and overall well-being with balanced, nutritious meal plans.
PCOS, Hormone Balance & Women's Health
We offer personalized nutrition counseling to support women’s unique health needs, including hormone balance, menstrual health, pregnancy, menopause, and more. Our tailored plans help optimize well-being at every stage of life.
Sports Nutrition
Our sports nutrition dietitians create nutrition plans designed to enhance performance, improve recovery, and support overall athletic goals. Whether you’re an amateur or a professional, we tailor nutrition strategies to help you reach your peak potential.
Want to learn more about how we can help? Explore all of our services for a full look at what we offer.
How It Works
Step 1: Check Your Nutrition Counseling Coverage
Start by completing our intake form and booking your diabetes nutrition consultation. We’ll verify your insurance coverage within 24 hours and confirm your appointment if you’re in-network. If not, we’ll share details about our affordable self-pay options for personalized dietitian care.
Step 2: Book Your Initial Consultation
Start with a comprehensive consultation with a registered dietitian nutritionist. We’ll review your current diet, exercise routine, medical history, and lab results—including A1C, fasting glucose, and lipid profile—to assess your metabolic health. You can securely upload recent labs through our HIPAA-compliant provider portal for personalized care.
Step 3: Meet with Your Dietitian
Get personalized 1:1 diabetes care with weekly sessions—online or in-person at our Ridgeland, MS, Birmingham, or Tuscaloosa, AL offices. Our expert dietitians empower you to make sustainable lifestyle changes that lower A1C, improve metabolic health, and regulate blood sugar. Through a holistic approach, we help you build healthier eating habits and support your overall physical and mental well-being.
Step 4: Build Healthy Habits That Last
Discover how to use food as medicine to balance blood sugar, prevent fatty liver, and reduce the risk of chronic kidney disease. Learn which foods support your energy, improve your health, and lower the risk of diabetes-related complications—so you can live a longer, healthier life.
“I started Core Nutrition Health & Wellness because Mississippi deserves access to trusted, affordable nutrition care that can truly transform your health—and help keep people out of the revolving door of the healthcare system.”
— Julie Pace, RDN
Meet Julie – Founder of Core Nutrition Health & Wellness
Julie Pace, RDN, is the founder of Core Nutrition Health & Wellness and a passionate advocate for improving the health of Mississippians. Born and raised in a small town in Mississippi, Julie has witnessed firsthand how diabetes, heart disease, and obesity negatively affects families across the state.
With over 25 years of experience as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Julie combines clinical expertise with a compassionate, down-to-earth approach. She created Core Nutrition to bring personalized, food-as-medicine care to individuals and families navigating type 2 diabetes, prediabetes, PCOS, insulin resistance, and many other chronic health conditions.
Julie understands that every client’s story is unique—and that change is possible with the right support. Whether you’re in Ridgeland, Jackson, or rural Mississippi, we’re here to provide personalized and practical nutrition guidance to help you feel better, eat mindfully, and take control of your health.