Initial Nutrition Consultation
A comprehensive assessment of your nutrition, health history, goals, and current concerns, followed by personalized recommendations and a practical plan.
BookEvidence-based nutrition for midlife.
Practical, personalized nutrition support for women navigating perimenopause, menopause, changing body composition, metabolic health and healthy aging.
Who I help
Nutrition support for this specific stage of life
My work is organized around four main areas:
-
Perimenopause & menopause
Practical nutrition support for the changes that can accompany midlife, with recommendations grounded in current evidence.
-
Body composition & healthy aging
Supporting adequate protein, muscle preservation, metabolic health, and sustainable approaches to body composition through midlife and beyond.
-
GLP-1 nutrition support
Nutrition guidance for people using GLP-1 medications, with a focus on meeting nutrient needs, managing common nutrition challenges, and preserving lean mass.
-
Evidence-based nutrition
Helping you make sense of nutrition research, trends, and misinformation so you can focus on strategies that are useful, realistic, and supported by evidence.
My approach
Nutrition advice should fit your actual life
Midlife nutrition doesn't have to mean chasing the latest trend or adopting an increasingly restrictive diet.
My approach is to translate current nutrition research into guidance that's realistic for your routine, your preferences, and your goals — and to help you feel confident in the choices you're making.
-
01
Evidence-based
Recommendations are grounded in current nutrition science, not trends, influencer advice, or restrictive rules.
-
02
Realistic & sustainable
Guidance is built around your actual routine and preferences, not an idealized version of your life.
-
03
Personalized
Your history, goals, and circumstances shape the plan. There's no single template applied to every client.
Headshot placeholder
Square image, 800×800px, JPG or WebP
Square image, 800×800px, JPG or WebP
About
Lori Townsend, MSc, RD
Registered Dietitian
I'm a Registered Dietitian with a Master of Science in Human Nutrition. My approach is grounded in evidence, but nutrition also needs to work in real life. I'm especially interested in helping women navigate the nutrition questions that often become more complicated during midlife — from changing body composition and muscle maintenance to menopause, metabolic health, and the growing use of GLP-1 medications.
My goal is to help clients understand what matters, filter out what doesn't, and build an approach to nutrition that is practical, sustainable, and individualized.
Services
Virtual appointments, straightforward pricing
Follow-Up Consultation
Ongoing support to review progress, troubleshoot challenges, adjust recommendations, and build on your nutrition plan.
BookVirtual appointments available to Alberta residents.
Book an AppointmentFAQ
Good to know before you book
Are appointments virtual?
Yes. All appointments are conducted virtually by secure video call — there is no in-person office.
Where are services available?
I provide virtual appointments to residents of Alberta, Canada.
Do I need a referral?
A physician referral is not required to book an appointment. That said, some insurance plans require one for reimbursement, so it's worth checking with your provider.
Are Registered Dietitian services covered by insurance?
Many extended health plans include coverage for Registered Dietitian services. Coverage varies by plan, so clients should confirm their individual benefits.
Do you direct bill insurance?
Midlife Nutrition does not currently direct bill insurance providers. Payment is made at the time of the appointment, and a receipt is provided for you to submit to your insurer.
How do I book?
You can book directly online using the secure booking link on this website, which will take you to my scheduling platform.