Talk to a professional online nutritionist about your health goals

Get a nutrition plan tailored to your goals, habits, and health condition. We provide evidence-based online nutrition services in Canada that support your overall health, energy, and well-being.

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What can an online nutritionist do for you?

Online nutrition counselling is a healthcare service designed to improve your health and well-being across various aspects of life.

Weight loss management

Real weight loss is about change that includes foods you actually enjoy to achieve long-term success.

Help manage a health condition

If you suffer from gut health issues like IBS or bloating, specific nutrition protocols can change your life.

Healthy eating and general wellness

We provide guidance tailored to improve energy levels, reduce brain fog & fix your sleep.

Get a personalized nutrition plan in 3 steps

Here is a step-by-step process to consult a nutritionist online:

1

Sign up

Register using your email and pay securely. You are ready to book an appointment immediately.

2

Talk to an expert

Start a consultation based on your comfort level, and connect with an online nutritionist.

3

Get your plan

We provide a plan of action to help you reach your goals and schedule follow-ups.

What can our online nutritionists in Canada help you with:

Weight loss

A personalized nutrition plan and regular check-ins to help you lose weight safely.

Diabetes & blood sugar

Guidance for managing your health condition and controlling blood sugar.

Heart health

Specific nutrition plans to lower cholesterol and improve general health.

Digestive issues

Manage allergies and food triggers. We support gut health with tailored advice.

Women's health

Personalized care for pregnancy, hormones, and postpartum recovery.

Healthy eating for kids

Meal strategies that build healthy eating habits for the whole family.

Sports nutrition

Performance-based sports nutrition to improve energy, recovery, and strength.

Connect with our online healthcare providers in Canada

Expert virtual nutrition counseling & custom meal strategies by experts

Skip the commute and still get real clinical nutrition support in Canada

Yes, one of the primary benefits of this service is the ability to skip the waiting room and receive holistic nutrition guidance from the comfort of your own home. In traditional settings, patients often wait weeks for a referral or spend hours traveling to a clinic for a 30-minute chat. This is not only frustrating but also makes it hard to stay consistent.

By choosing to see a nutritionist via video, you bypass the traffic and office queues. You can get the help you need from your kitchen table, and that too within a timeframe that suits your schedule.

This quick access is particularly valuable when you are motivated to start managing a health condition or making a lifestyle change. If you resolve to improve your gut health or manage a new diagnosis, you do not want to wait months to get started. You can book an appointment today.

The goal is to provide easy access to experts in nutrition who can address your needs and goals immediately. This efficiency enhances the patient experience, respecting your time while prioritizing your overall health and well-being.

Online dietitian and nutritionist services cover a wide range of dietary needs

Dietitians and nutritionists offer guidance for a vast array of health goals. These generally include non-emergency medical nutrition therapy and lifestyle coaching.

Typical examples include strategies for weight loss, prenatal nutrition, sports nutrition for performance, managing a health condition like diabetes or high blood pressure, and healthy eating for families.

The expert will always aim to provide the most appropriate personalized nutritional advice based on the symptoms you describe and your history.

However, there are limitations. Online nutrition counselling is not a replacement for acute emergency care. If you are experiencing severe symptoms of an eating disorder requiring medical stabilization or a sudden allergic reaction, you will need to see a physician in person.

The certified nutritional practitioner uses their professional judgment to ensure that virtual care services are the safe and correct avenue for your specific dietary concerns.

Every nutrition plan is guided by a regulated health professional

When you use a reputable telemedicine platform like Your Doctors Online, you are constantly connecting with a vetted professional. The expert on the other end of the line is typically a qualified online nutritionist.

Transacting with regulated health professionals ensures that your care meets the standards. During your visit, they may ask for details about your medication or daily routine to aid their assessment. Their primary goal is your safety and helping you reach your goals.

Start your weight loss journey with a trusted online nutritionist in Canada

Once the nutritionist understands your goals, you have total control over how you implement the advice. You are not forced to follow a rigid, unrealistic diet.

We build a plan of action tailored to your unique needs, whether that involves meal prepping, ordering in healthier options, or simply adjusting portion sizes.

The expert will simply ask about your preferences, and they will build a strategy that fits your reality.

However, many patients opt for the structure of a detailed plan. If you choose this route, the digital platform you choose can deliver a personalized nutrition plan directly to you. Instead of guessing what to buy at the grocery store, you have a clear roadmap. This often unlocks additional confidence. Instead of feeling lost in the aisles, you have expert guidance right in your pocket.

Connect, track, improve. That's how easy nutrition support is without any appointments

If you have an existing goal and simply need accountability, the process is even faster than a new consultation, allowing for quick check-ins. You do not always need to wait for an extended opening with your provider.

Instead, you can book an online follow-up specifically for nutrition support. This is ideal for patients who have been stable on a plan for a while and simply require a tweak to break a plateau or adapt to a new schedule.

Some services even offer chat-based support, where you send a photo of a meal or ask a quick question, and the expert responds via messaging.

This efficiency makes managing a health condition much less burdensome. It places the control back in your hands, ensuring you have access to nutritionist services whenever you face a dietary challenge.

Online nutrition services, with the same trusted experience

Traditional visits involve travel, parking, and sitting in a clinic. When you access our service, the interaction is focused on education and nutrition goals. You receive professional nutrition care, digital summaries, and resources immediately after your session.

Despite the digital nature, you still have access to deep empathy and care. If you have questions about emotional eating or food labels, you can connect with a professional via phone or video.

They provide the same level of care and advice about food and nutrition as they would in a private office, ensuring you receive the best guidance tailored to your needs.

The main difference is that the conversation happens on your terms, often from your living room, helping you enhance your health and well-being effortlessly.

FAQs about online nutritionists

Yes. Your care follows the same professional standards as in-person visits. 

Yes. Your Doctors Online works with certified nutrition experts who are qualified to provide guidance to patients across Canada. They adhere to Canadian professional standards for nutritional counselling.

Absolutely. Our nutritionists provide evidence-based dietary support for conditions commonly managed in Canadian healthcare, including type 2 diabetes, heart disease, high cholesterol, hypertension, PCOS, digestive issues, and more. They can also help interpret Canadian lab reports when applicable.

Yes. Your personalized meal plan will account for foods commonly available across Canada, including recommendations based on your local grocery stores, seasonal produce, and culturally relevant ingredients.

Both terms are used interchangeably. While all dietitians are nutritionists, not all nutritionists are dietitians. Both dietitians and nutritionists can provide personalized diet plans and support you on your weight loss journey.  

In a one-on-one online nutrition consultation, your nutritionist will:

  • Create a personalized weight loss plan tailored to your health, medications, and dietary preferences.
  • Show you how to use nutrition to manage medical conditions, like diabetes or food allergies.
  • Teach you practical strategies for meal planning, healthy habits, and managing stress eating.
  • Your plan will be safe, realistic, and made for long-term success. 

Yes. We have multiple nutritionists who specialize in managing weight loss, diabetes, hormone imbalance, and other conditions that require specific dietary approaches. 

At Your Doctors Online, we offer flat, affordable rates for consulting a nutritionist. You can subscribe to our monthly, quarterly, or annual plans and get diverse online healthcare services throughout the year. Moreover, a family sharing plan allows up to four members to access a nutritionist under one subscription. 

If you’re looking for a virtual nutrition counselling session, you can either start instantly or book a session with our nutritionist anytime using your smartphone or tablet. 

Generally, the private practice of nutritionists is not covered by insurance. We are accepting patients regardless of their insurance status, so you can still pay directly and access affordable sessions. 

Yes, investing in a nutritionist can help you achieve your health goals faster. If you’re managing a chronic condition, the right diet and lifestyle changes make a big difference. Investing in a nutritionist saves time, avoids guesswork, and gives you a plan that actually works. Even if you can’t see one in person, you can connect with an online nutritionist through our telehealth platform. 

The online nutritionist consultations are conducted via chat, audio, or video calls. All you need to have is Your Doctors Online application downloaded on your Android or iOS device.  

Yes. With our pricing models, you can get unlimited online consultations in which follow-ups are included. 

It’s recommended to consult a nutritionist for weight loss, diabetes, high cholesterol, or digestive issues. A nutritionist can also help if you have food sensitivities, want to improve athletic performance, or need guidance during pregnancy. 

You do not require a referral to see a nutritionist if you’re using Your Doctors Online. Just schedule a virtual appointment by downloading our app. 

If you need blood test requisitions or medications for chronic disease management, including obesity, you will have to speak to a licensed physician at Your Doctors Online. Our online doctors are available 24/7.

Have questions about Your Doctors Online?

Your Doctors Online is a 24/7 virtual clinic that connects you with licensed doctors through secure chat, audio, or video. You can get medical advice, prescriptions, lab requisitions, and doctor’s notes from your phone or computer—without going to a walk-in clinic.

Very fast. Our goal is to connect you to our clinical team in under a minute, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The connection is less than 30 seconds, and there is no need to book days or weeks in advance.

Yes. All supervising physicians on Your Doctors Online are fully licensed in the regions where they practice. They follow the same standards of care as in-person clinics and must comply with their provincial or state medical college or board.

We can help with most concerns you’d normally bring to a family doctor or walk-in clinic, such as:

  • Cough, cold, flu, fever
  • UTIs and other infections
  • Skin issues (rashes, acne, sores)
  • Stomach problems (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation)
  • Allergies
  • Mild mental health concerns (anxiety, low mood)
  • Medication questions, refills, and side effects

If we can’t safely manage your condition online, we’ll tell you and advise where to go next.

We’re not for emergencies. Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department if you have:

  • Chest pain or trouble breathing
  • Signs of stroke (face drooping, arm weakness, speech difficulty)
  • Severe injury or major bleeding
  • Sudden, severe pain
  • Thoughts of self-harm or harming others

We also don’t prescribe controlled substances (like narcotics or benzodiazepines) and may redirect you to in-person care when needed.

Yes. Doctors on our platform can prescribe most medications when it’s medically appropriate. Prescriptions are sent directly to your preferred pharmacy, and in many cases you can also get home delivery, depending on local pharmacy options. We do not prescribe controlled substances (for example, narcotics, opioids, or certain stimulant medications).

Yes. If the doctor determines it’s appropriate, they can provide digital notes (e.g., for work or school). You’ll receive a PDF with the doctor’s name, license details, and contact information that you can download or share. 

Yes. Doctors can provide lab requisitions (e.g., for bloodwork, urine tests, some imaging like X-rays or ultrasounds) when medically indicated. You take the requisition to a local lab or imaging center, and the results are sent back to be reviewed with you.

Yes. With our family-friendly plans, you can use your account to get care for yourself and eligible family members (for example, your children or spouse) as allowed by your plan. You’ll be able to choose who the visit is for when you start a consultation.

Yes. Your privacy is a top priority. We use strong encryption and store data securely in compliance with healthcare privacy laws in the regions we serve. Your information is never shared with employers or third parties without your consent, except where required by law or for your care (for example, sending prescriptions or lab orders).

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