Pooja Patel, MS, RDN, TX | Dietitian

About Pooja Patel

My name is Pooja and I have been a registered dietitian for close to 3 years now! I knew I wanted to be an RD at the age of 16 years old. Growing up in an Indian household, you are expected to look a certain way, at least that was the case for me. I was an overweight teenager and was bullied by my peers and criticized by a few family members. As a young girl, this effected my self esteem and I tried all the things- crash dieting and endless Google searches of "how to lose weight as fast as possible" One day, I stumbled upon the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics website, and that's the day everything changed for me. I began to read articles on healthy eating, weight management, and the importance of eating a varied diet, including more fruits and vegetables. Slowly but surely, I changed my eating habits and even incorporated exercise into my daily routine. I started to notice some of the weight slip off, but more importantly, I began to feel more confident in my own skin AND changed my relationship with food. At the age of 16, my passion for nutrition came to fruition. I thought to myself, if I can change my lifestyle for the better, I can help others too! Another important part of my journey is that I grew up as a lacto-ovo vegetarian but for the past 9 years, I have been following a vegan/plant-based diet. As a dietitian, my intention is never to change someone into being completely plant-based, but I hope to inspire you to incorporate more plants into your diet! I aim to empower my clients to take ownership of their health and make mindful choices that align with their goals, culture, and lifestyle. My approach is compassionate, realistic, and individualized — focusing not progress, not perfection. At the end of the day, my goal is to help people find joy and freedom in nourishing their bodies without restriction or guilt.

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Popular visit reasons

Diabetes Consultation

Diabetes Education

Digestive Problem

Gassiness

Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Kidney Stones

Type 1 Diabetes

Type 2 Diabetes

Diabetes Consultation

Diabetes Education

Digestive Problem

Gassiness

Education and background

Practice names

Season Health

Board certifications

Commission on Dietetic Registration
Registered Dietitian (RD) (Commission on Dietetic Registration)
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) (Commission on Dietetic Registration)

Education and training

Montclair State University, Master's in Food Science and Nutrition

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1790413532

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What practice does Pooja Patel work with?

Pooja Patel works with Season Health.

Which board certifications does Pooja Patel have?

Pooja Patel is certified by Commission on Dietetic Registration, Registered Dietitian (RD) (Commission on Dietetic Registration), and Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) (Commission on Dietetic Registration).

What are common reasons for patients to see Pooja Patel?

Pooja Patel frequently sees patients for Diabetes Consultation, Digestive Problem, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Kidney Stones, and Type 2 Diabetes. You can see other visit reasons for Pooja Patel on their profile.