Meet Ana Pruteanu

Welcome! I'm Ana (she/her), a Registered Dietitian and the owner of Be Well Nutrition Counseling. I specialize in weight-inclusive care for eating disorders, diabetes, heart disease, and PCOS. Nutrition can be confusing, but I'm here to break it down into simple steps you can take to improve both your health and your relationship with food.

I do this work because food has become way too complicated. It’s often a source of anxiety, guilt, and stress. With over 10 years of experience as a dietitian, I’ve learned how to give my clients practical, easy-to-follow tools that help them feel better and make lasting changes.

My approach to...

Food

Food is so much more than specific nutrients and fuel. Food is pleasure, connection, traditions, comfort, celebrations. Food is part of our identity and a way to express ourselves. I do not believe that any particular food is "good" or "bad". Instead, I encourage clients to approach food with curiosity and openness. I empower my clients to enjoy food without feeling restricted or deprived.

Health

I take a weight-neutral approach to health. Instead of looking at weight as a measure of health, I focus on lab values, lifestyle habits, and symptoms you may be experiencing. Together will look at food, movement, sleep, stress, hydration, caffeine and supplements. Navigating the complexities of nutrition science can be challenging. I am here to do the research for you and provide you with tools that actually work!

Weight

I approach weight-related conversations with curiosity. My main goal is to understand why you want to lose weight and what you're hoping to improve. I take a weight-neutral approach. Instead of looking at weight as a measure of health, I focus on lab values, lifestyle habits, and symptoms you may be experiencing. My aim is to help you feel better and live healthier while enjoying the foods you love.

Eating Disorders

Eating disorders are complex, and everyone's journey is unique. In our sessions, I show up with curiosity and without judgment. I work with you to understand what you want to change, tailoring my approach to meet your needs. This can look like creating a meal plan or working towards more intuitive eating. Together, we can look at how food connects to body image or how it may be serving as a coping mechanism.

ARFID & Food Aversions

I will start by examining what makes food and eating difficult for you. Together we will develop a plan that ensures your body gets all the nutrients it needs to function well. We will start with foods you feel comfortable with and work on a regular schedule of eating. If desired, we can explore new foods through exposures that start small and build upon each other. I always make sure we go at a pace that feels comfortable to you. My goal is to help you feel more comfortable and confident around food.

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