Health Professionals in Oconee County, GA
Ingrid Knight, RD and Associates, Inc.
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LD
1 Endorsed
Watkinsville, GA 30677
Our Registered Dietitians will help you invest in your health through nutrition counseling and health coaching. Most insurances accepted. Georgia, Florida, Tennessee, North and South Carolina telehealth! RMR (resting metabolic rate) testing available in our Watkinsville/Athens, Georgia office. We work with all ages, children, teens, adults and seniors. Contact us today!
Our Registered Dietitians will help you invest in your health through nutrition counseling and health coaching. Most insurances accepted. Georgia, Florida, Tennessee, North and South Carolina telehealth! RMR (resting metabolic rate) testing available in our Watkinsville/Athens, Georgia office. We work with all ages, children, teens, adults and seniors. Contact us today!
Dr. McDonald graduated from Five Branches University with his Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (DAOM) degree. His combined education in Oriental and Naturopathic medicine total over 12 years. His OM education also consisted of a Masters degree from East West College of Natural Medicine and a one-year postgraduate internship with Dr. David Cohen, DO, FAAMA. Prior to his Oriental medical education, Mel earned two doctoral degrees (ND-distance learning and NMD-residential). His naturopathic education was combined with a three-year externship at NEWS, with over 3,000 clinical hours alone and an additional 2,000+ hours didactic.
Dr. McDonald graduated from Five Branches University with his Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (DAOM) degree. His combined education in Oriental and Naturopathic medicine total over 12 years. His OM education also consisted of a Masters degree from East West College of Natural Medicine and a one-year postgraduate internship with Dr. David Cohen, DO, FAAMA. Prior to his Oriental medical education, Mel earned two doctoral degrees (ND-distance learning and NMD-residential). His naturopathic education was combined with a three-year externship at NEWS, with over 3,000 clinical hours alone and an additional 2,000+ hours didactic.
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As your committed Clinical Herbalist, Naturopath, and Functional Health Practitioner, I am here to empower you to overcome your health challenges through a natural, safe, and effective approach. My background is rooted in integrative medicine. This is why I strongly advocate for evidence-based medicinal therapies. My goal is to help identify your health issues, address the root cause, and promote wellness by helping you to achieve better health. I plan to help you leverage your body's intrinsic healing capability through root-cause analysis and individualized medicinal herbal support.
As your committed Clinical Herbalist, Naturopath, and Functional Health Practitioner, I am here to empower you to overcome your health challenges through a natural, safe, and effective approach. My background is rooted in integrative medicine. This is why I strongly advocate for evidence-based medicinal therapies. My goal is to help identify your health issues, address the root cause, and promote wellness by helping you to achieve better health. I plan to help you leverage your body's intrinsic healing capability through root-cause analysis and individualized medicinal herbal support.
Paula is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Certified Professional Cook, and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor who practices at Health Loft. She believes people can find a peaceful relationship with food and their bodies with a compassionate guide who listens, offers accountability, and champions their efforts. Paula supports individuals seeking freedom from dieting cycles and rigid food rules by helping them uncover the “why” behind behaviors to build sustainable habits and nourishing life rhythms.
Paula is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Certified Professional Cook, and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor who practices at Health Loft. She believes people can find a peaceful relationship with food and their bodies with a compassionate guide who listens, offers accountability, and champions their efforts. Paula supports individuals seeking freedom from dieting cycles and rigid food rules by helping them uncover the “why” behind behaviors to build sustainable habits and nourishing life rhythms.
Our philosophy centers on the holistic well-being of our patients, with a focus on delivering comprehensive care across every aspect of their health. By integrating wellness components, we can provide whole-person healthcare that considers all facets of our patients' health.
ELLAD Preventative Health proudly serves clients across multiple U.S. locations, including Chesterfield, Henrico, Richmond VA, Fairfax VA, Atlanta GA, Houston TX, and St. Petersburg FL. We deliver trusted, results-driven preventative health services with personalized care, transparent pricing, and reliable support—wherever you are.
Our philosophy centers on the holistic well-being of our patients, with a focus on delivering comprehensive care across every aspect of their health. By integrating wellness components, we can provide whole-person healthcare that considers all facets of our patients' health.
ELLAD Preventative Health proudly serves clients across multiple U.S. locations, including Chesterfield, Henrico, Richmond VA, Fairfax VA, Atlanta GA, Houston TX, and St. Petersburg FL. We deliver trusted, results-driven preventative health services with personalized care, transparent pricing, and reliable support—wherever you are.
Acupuncture originated in China more than 4,000 years ago. It is one of the oldest and most commonly used forms of medicine in the world. Acupuncture is a widely researched, practiced, and respected form of complementary medicine in the U.S. A person's overall health is determined by the quality of energy flow through the pathways of the body. Acupuncture employs a variety of techniques to stimulate and improve your energy flow, including placing extremely thin sterile needles into specific points on the body. Acupuncture can be used to to treat diseases, to promote general health, and for therapeutic purposes.
Acupuncture originated in China more than 4,000 years ago. It is one of the oldest and most commonly used forms of medicine in the world. Acupuncture is a widely researched, practiced, and respected form of complementary medicine in the U.S. A person's overall health is determined by the quality of energy flow through the pathways of the body. Acupuncture employs a variety of techniques to stimulate and improve your energy flow, including placing extremely thin sterile needles into specific points on the body. Acupuncture can be used to to treat diseases, to promote general health, and for therapeutic purposes.
We've been serving the Atlanta Area for over 28 years, with focus in Injury/Rehabilitation and Prevention Massage. If you're looking for ultimate relaxation and a healthier you - you've found it. We specialize in a wide range of personalized massage techniques which are committed to your comfort and satisfaction. Besides relaxation, massage can benefit the body in many other ways and has been found to improve circulation, joint range-of-motion and flexibility. It can help reduce many common ailments including stress, muscle tightness, aches and pains - even anxiety and depression.
We've been serving the Atlanta Area for over 28 years, with focus in Injury/Rehabilitation and Prevention Massage. If you're looking for ultimate relaxation and a healthier you - you've found it. We specialize in a wide range of personalized massage techniques which are committed to your comfort and satisfaction. Besides relaxation, massage can benefit the body in many other ways and has been found to improve circulation, joint range-of-motion and flexibility. It can help reduce many common ailments including stress, muscle tightness, aches and pains - even anxiety and depression.
Every person deserves to have a peaceful relationship with food and their body, and I love helping my clients get there (while acknowledging the systems that limit it for many of us).
By combining mindfulness principles with integrative/functional nutrition and meeting yourself where you’re at, we can create slow, sustainable, realistic changes that support YOUR personal body.
This is nutrition for EVERY body, full-circle.
If you’re ready to stop constantly thinking about food, obsessing over ingredients, counting calories, and feeling frequent guilt/shame about your food choices/body, I’d LOVE to help you!
Every person deserves to have a peaceful relationship with food and their body, and I love helping my clients get there (while acknowledging the systems that limit it for many of us).
By combining mindfulness principles with integrative/functional nutrition and meeting yourself where you’re at, we can create slow, sustainable, realistic changes that support YOUR personal body.
This is nutrition for EVERY body, full-circle.
If you’re ready to stop constantly thinking about food, obsessing over ingredients, counting calories, and feeling frequent guilt/shame about your food choices/body, I’d LOVE to help you!
I work with individuals dealing with a health issue for an extended time and are eager to identify the root cause and improve. My clients will receive support, compassion, knowledge, and understanding in their desire to return to an active and healthier life. The first step in my process is to understand what symptoms and health struggles you have been dealing with. I will order functional and nutritional lab tests to discover the cause of your symptoms. During your follow-up, we will go over the results and determine exactly what your body needs to heal and for you to enjoy a healthier life.
I work with individuals dealing with a health issue for an extended time and are eager to identify the root cause and improve. My clients will receive support, compassion, knowledge, and understanding in their desire to return to an active and healthier life. The first step in my process is to understand what symptoms and health struggles you have been dealing with. I will order functional and nutritional lab tests to discover the cause of your symptoms. During your follow-up, we will go over the results and determine exactly what your body needs to heal and for you to enjoy a healthier life.
I have been a registered dietitian nutritionist for almost 20 years. I have assisted hundreds of patients with multiple health problems mange and improve their condition by nutrition and lifestyle interventions. Since 2020, I have worked with patients with stage 3-5 chronic kidney disease that is interested in delaying the progression of kidney damage by medical nutrition therapy. I have worked in several dialysis clinics over the last 15 years, which has also been a very rewarding experience. For clients that are looking for individualized nutrition help, I have the experience and expertise to assist you in achieving your goals.
I have been a registered dietitian nutritionist for almost 20 years. I have assisted hundreds of patients with multiple health problems mange and improve their condition by nutrition and lifestyle interventions. Since 2020, I have worked with patients with stage 3-5 chronic kidney disease that is interested in delaying the progression of kidney damage by medical nutrition therapy. I have worked in several dialysis clinics over the last 15 years, which has also been a very rewarding experience. For clients that are looking for individualized nutrition help, I have the experience and expertise to assist you in achieving your goals.
I love masssage. It intrigues me to figure out from where the pain is coming, and what might be causing it. Having a natural gift for massage allows my fingers to find the knots before my clients can even tell me about them. I like to say that I enter a certain vortex of healing when I am massaging my clients. I am a massage therapist who really, genuinely cares. You will find me to be completely professional, honest and trustworthy with good character and a kind disposition.
I love masssage. It intrigues me to figure out from where the pain is coming, and what might be causing it. Having a natural gift for massage allows my fingers to find the knots before my clients can even tell me about them. I like to say that I enter a certain vortex of healing when I am massaging my clients. I am a massage therapist who really, genuinely cares. You will find me to be completely professional, honest and trustworthy with good character and a kind disposition.
I am a big believer in the saying, "you are what you eat", and unfortunately the standard American diet is making us sick and fat. My expertise and passion lies with helping people learn how to make changes that fit into their lifestyle permanently. For over 25 years I've worked with all kinds of people and learned what works. I understand that people are busy so I help them with easy recipes and meal ideas that don't take a lot of time. People need accountability so I follow my clients closely on a daily basis.
I am a big believer in the saying, "you are what you eat", and unfortunately the standard American diet is making us sick and fat. My expertise and passion lies with helping people learn how to make changes that fit into their lifestyle permanently. For over 25 years I've worked with all kinds of people and learned what works. I understand that people are busy so I help them with easy recipes and meal ideas that don't take a lot of time. People need accountability so I follow my clients closely on a daily basis.
Jenna is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Specialist in Sport Dietetics. She focuses on fueling for exercise/athletic performance, health, and weight management. She utilizes a food first approach and recommends supplements as needed to fill in micronutrient gaps. She builds individualized nutrition plans for weight management, and body composition changes. She provides a judgement free zone where you can feel comfortable to share your goals, current dietary practices, and exercise regimen. Jenna believes there are no healthy and unhealthy, good or bad foods, rather every day foods and every now and then foods.
Jenna is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Specialist in Sport Dietetics. She focuses on fueling for exercise/athletic performance, health, and weight management. She utilizes a food first approach and recommends supplements as needed to fill in micronutrient gaps. She builds individualized nutrition plans for weight management, and body composition changes. She provides a judgement free zone where you can feel comfortable to share your goals, current dietary practices, and exercise regimen. Jenna believes there are no healthy and unhealthy, good or bad foods, rather every day foods and every now and then foods.
I think me working as a massage therapist has enabled me to help those who are in need. They come to see me for several reasons. A constant ache, a person recovering from an accident, relaxation or even a woman expecting a baby. It feels great knowing that I have made a difference.
I think me working as a massage therapist has enabled me to help those who are in need. They come to see me for several reasons. A constant ache, a person recovering from an accident, relaxation or even a woman expecting a baby. It feels great knowing that I have made a difference.
Recently relocated from NC, my goal is to bring to young and old healing and balance. It is to awaken the synergy that exists from birth between the body, mind and spirit which enables us to live our lives with clarity and vision. "Treatment is not a one-way street". After receiving my masters and doctorate and teaching in my early career, I chose to follow a deeper passion through Oriental Medicine and received my Masters Degree in Acupuncture, Herbology and Oriental Medicine from the New York College for Wholistic Health, Education and Research and received my National Diplomate in Acupuncture from the NCCAOM.
Recently relocated from NC, my goal is to bring to young and old healing and balance. It is to awaken the synergy that exists from birth between the body, mind and spirit which enables us to live our lives with clarity and vision. "Treatment is not a one-way street". After receiving my masters and doctorate and teaching in my early career, I chose to follow a deeper passion through Oriental Medicine and received my Masters Degree in Acupuncture, Herbology and Oriental Medicine from the New York College for Wholistic Health, Education and Research and received my National Diplomate in Acupuncture from the NCCAOM.
Dr. Gao is a Licensed Acupuncturist in Georgia, New York, and Pennsylvania, with over 20 years of experience in Acupuncture and Traditional Herbal Medicine. She practices at two locations: Roswell, GA, and Duluth, GA.
She has helped patients find relief from chronic and acute pain, digestive issues, infertility, arthritis, asthma, depression, anxiety, stress, fatigue, and many other conditions. Her healing approach combines traditional techniques with personalized care to enhance the body's natural ability to heal and promote long-term wellness.
Dr. Gao is a Licensed Acupuncturist in Georgia, New York, and Pennsylvania, with over 20 years of experience in Acupuncture and Traditional Herbal Medicine. She practices at two locations: Roswell, GA, and Duluth, GA.
She has helped patients find relief from chronic and acute pain, digestive issues, infertility, arthritis, asthma, depression, anxiety, stress, fatigue, and many other conditions. Her healing approach combines traditional techniques with personalized care to enhance the body's natural ability to heal and promote long-term wellness.
At Nourish, we don’t lecture, body shame, or give clients generic nutrition plans. Our caring professionals help each individual achieve and maintain optimal health and a positive body image through collaborative goal setting, tailored, science-based nutrition plans, and other industry best practices. Tired of bouncing from diet to diet and Googling nutrition advice? Quick fixes aren’t long-term solutions. You’ll achieve and maintain your goals with our personalized, sustainable nutrition plans. One size doesn’t fit all when it comes to nutrition counseling.
At Nourish, we don’t lecture, body shame, or give clients generic nutrition plans. Our caring professionals help each individual achieve and maintain optimal health and a positive body image through collaborative goal setting, tailored, science-based nutrition plans, and other industry best practices. Tired of bouncing from diet to diet and Googling nutrition advice? Quick fixes aren’t long-term solutions. You’ll achieve and maintain your goals with our personalized, sustainable nutrition plans. One size doesn’t fit all when it comes to nutrition counseling.
I am a Registered Dietitian (RD) at ELLAD Preventative, committed to delivering evidence-based, holistic nutrition care tailored to each individual’s needs.
As a dietitian, I provide evidence based nutrition counseling grounded in scientific research and focused on helping clients achieve sustainable, realistic improvements in their health and wellbeing.
I support individuals across a range of areas including weight management, gastrointestinal health, chronic disease management, women’s health, and healthy eating. My approach combines medical nutrition therapy with practical lifestyle strategies that fit into everyday life.
I am a Registered Dietitian (RD) at ELLAD Preventative, committed to delivering evidence-based, holistic nutrition care tailored to each individual’s needs.
As a dietitian, I provide evidence based nutrition counseling grounded in scientific research and focused on helping clients achieve sustainable, realistic improvements in their health and wellbeing.
I support individuals across a range of areas including weight management, gastrointestinal health, chronic disease management, women’s health, and healthy eating. My approach combines medical nutrition therapy with practical lifestyle strategies that fit into everyday life.
With over 14 years of experience as a registered dietitian, I see food as a powerful tool and medicine for healing and wellness. My whole body holistic approach to nutrition emphasizes overall well-being, respecting diverse dietary preferences, and encouraging the inclusion of more plant-based foods, whether they become a primary focus or simply complement a balanced diet. I’m here to help you learn how to incorporate these foods, as well as the ones you enjoy, to support your health goals.
With over 14 years of experience as a registered dietitian, I see food as a powerful tool and medicine for healing and wellness. My whole body holistic approach to nutrition emphasizes overall well-being, respecting diverse dietary preferences, and encouraging the inclusion of more plant-based foods, whether they become a primary focus or simply complement a balanced diet. I’m here to help you learn how to incorporate these foods, as well as the ones you enjoy, to support your health goals.
l am licenced acupuncturist and practicing for more than 25years. The ancient theory and practice of chinese medicine was passed to me from my grandfather and also in 1996, l earned my chinese dr.degree from the prestigious Nanjing university of chinese medicine in china. Also l persued for Phd course at the same university specializing peoples internal issues and female desease especially infertility. l have worked in numbrous clinics in china, Hongkong and korea with excellent reputation during the past 25 years. Through the long experience, l possessed profound understanding of acupuncture along with knowledge of the power of the chinese herbs.
l am licenced acupuncturist and practicing for more than 25years. The ancient theory and practice of chinese medicine was passed to me from my grandfather and also in 1996, l earned my chinese dr.degree from the prestigious Nanjing university of chinese medicine in china. Also l persued for Phd course at the same university specializing peoples internal issues and female desease especially infertility. l have worked in numbrous clinics in china, Hongkong and korea with excellent reputation during the past 25 years. Through the long experience, l possessed profound understanding of acupuncture along with knowledge of the power of the chinese herbs.
How to tell if Natural Health is right for me?
Oconee County Health Professionals have broad skills and are able to work with a wide range of symptoms.
Complementary and alternative health, natural health or holistic health is a non-medical path to well-being. It sees the physical, mental and spiritual aspects of life as closely interconnected and balanced. Advocates typically use a wide variety of alternative practices, the most common of which include: Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Homeopathy, Massage Therapy, Naturopathy, Nutrition, Osteopathy, and Physical Therapy.
Complementary and alternative health, natural health or holistic health is a non-medical path to well-being. It sees the physical, mental and spiritual aspects of life as closely interconnected and balanced. Advocates typically use a wide variety of alternative practices, the most common of which include: Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Homeopathy, Massage Therapy, Naturopathy, Nutrition, Osteopathy, and Physical Therapy.
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