Dr. Lara Zakaria, CDN, CNS, IFMCP, PharmD, NY

About Dr. Lara Zakaria

Lara Zakaria is an integrative nutritionist and pharmacist whose passion for whole-person care began early in her pharmacy career, where she noticed how many people were living with symptoms that medication alone couldn’t resolve. Her own experience with chronic reflux and joint pain in her twenties pushed her to look deeper, eventually leading her to the science of nutrition, metabolism, and lifestyle medicine — and reshaping her entire approach to health. Today, Lara focuses on helping women in their mid-30s and beyond navigate the metabolic, hormonal, and digestive shifts that often show up during stressful, transitional chapters of life. She blends evidence-based nutrition with herbal support and practical lifestyle strategies, offering clients a clear understanding of why their bodies feel the way they do — and what they can do to feel better. Lara’s care philosophy is simple: people deserve personalized, compassionate guidance rooted in science and delivered with humanity. She meets clients exactly where they are, helping them build sustainable habits without restriction, overwhelm, or pressure. Her background in pharmacy allows her to bridge the gap between medications and nutrition, giving clients a safer, more complete understanding of their health picture. Lara holds a Master of Science in Nutrition and is a Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS). She also has advanced training in integrative and lifestyle medicine, including botanical and herbal approaches for clients who prefer a natural complement to their nutrition plan. Outside of her work, Lara is happiest outdoors — hiking, snowboarding, cycling — as well as exploring music, collecting books, and experimenting in the kitchen. She’s fully embracing her strength-training era these days, with an eye toward staying active and adventurous well into her 80s. It mirrors her coaching philosophy — practical, sustainable habits that strengthen your health now and support the long game ahead.

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Popular visit reasons

Gassiness

Irritable Bowel Syndrome

New Patient Visit

Obesity / Weight Loss Consultation

Obesity Nutrition Consultation

Type 2 Diabetes

Ulcerative Colitis

Weight Loss Consultation

Gassiness

Irritable Bowel Syndrome

New Patient Visit

Obesity / Weight Loss Consultation

Education and background

Practice names

Berry Street

Education and training

University of Bridgeport, Master's in Dietetics

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1760929905

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Frequently asked questions

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Is Dr. Lara Zakaria accepting new patients?

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What practice does Dr. Lara Zakaria work with?

Dr. Lara Zakaria works with Berry Street.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Lara Zakaria?

Dr. Lara Zakaria frequently sees patients for Irritable Bowel Syndrome, New Patient Visit, Obesity / Weight Loss Consultation, Type 2 Diabetes, and Weight Loss Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Lara Zakaria on their profile.