Maya Feller Nutrition

Maya Feller Nutrition Practical nutrition for risk reduction of diet related chronic illness. Personalized nutrition & medical nutrition therapy.
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Maya Feller, MS, RD, CDN, CLC is a Registered Dietitian who specializes in practical nutrition solutions for disease prevention. By making simple food choices you can greatly reduce your risk of developing a chronic disease. Maya is a nutrition expert on The Dr. Oz Show and Good Morning America.

04/23/2026

The internet has folks confused.

The good weather has me back out in the streets of NY talking to the good people about all things nutrition.

Cholesterol is a biomarker not a character trait.And the most important update in the cardiometabolic conversation is th...
04/22/2026

Cholesterol is a biomarker not a character trait.

And the most important update in the cardiometabolic conversation is this:

It’s not only about **total cholesterol**. We need to look at your lipoproteins(the particles that carry cholesterol through the blood).

Here’s what that means clinically:

• **LDL-C** tells us how much cholesterol is being carried
• **ApoB** tells us how many plaque-forming particles are circulating (LDL, VLDL, IDL, Lp(a))
• **Triglycerides (TG)** often reflect metabolic health and can be elevated with insulin resistance, genetics, alcohol, stress, and dietary patterns
• **ApoA-I** is associated with HDL particles and cholesterol transport but “high HDL” alone is not a guarantee of protection

So if you’ve ever felt confused by your lipid panel… you’re not alone. And if you’ve ever felt ashamed of your numbers… that’s something we actively reject. No shame here.

At **Maya Feller Nutrition**, we look at the full picture:
labs + family history + lifestyle + access + culture, we understand that your health isn’t built in a vacuum.

✨ Want personalized support improving your cardiometabolic markers (without fear-based food rules)?

Your insurance may cover all or a portion of the fees for the session. Reach out with questions.

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04/20/2026

Snacking Smarter

Visited this weekend and talked with

What are you all snacking on? Leave a comment ⤵️

Beloved and heritage foods are not the barrier to health.At Maya Feller Nutrition, we take a culturally inclusive, evide...
04/16/2026

Beloved and heritage foods are not the barrier to health.

At Maya Feller Nutrition, we take a culturally inclusive, evidence-based approach because health does not require eating from a single cultural lens.

Across communities, traditional meals often provide:
✔️ fiber
✔️ phytonutrients
✔️ protein
✔️ satisfaction

All of which support cardiometabolic health; including blood sugar balance, blood pressure support, and cholesterol management.

When beloved foods are labeled “unhealthy,” people lose access to sustainable nutrition patterns that actually work long-term.

Your traditions are not something to erase.
They are and should be a part of the solution.

Share this with someone who needs this reminder.

I will be presenting at the 2026 Food is Life, Food is Health Summit. Together with sharing insights on the intersect...
04/15/2026

I will be presenting at the 2026 Food is Life, Food is Health Summit. Together with sharing insights on the intersection of culture and nourishment and exploring how culinary practice, nutrition science, and
healthcare can work together to improve health outcomes and food systems.

I hope to see you there! Registration closes soon, so sign up today at: foodislifefoodishealth.org

Gut health has become a marketing category. Don’t get caught up in the hype. Your microbiome doesn’t require a $70 probi...
04/13/2026

Gut health has become a marketing category. Don’t get caught up in the hype.

Your microbiome doesn’t require a $70 probiotic to function.

What it does respond to consistently:

✔️ Dietary fiber, which serves as fuel for beneficial gut microbes and supports short-chain fatty acid production (key for gut and metabolic health).
✔️ Dietary diversity, especially plant diversity, which is associated with greater microbial diversity.
✔️ Regular eating patterns, which support gut motility and blood sugar regulation.

Fermented foods can contribute live microbes and have been shown to increase microbiome diversity in some so add them if you enjoy them.

At Maya Feller Nutrition, we focus on sustainable patterns: fiber-forward meals, culturally relevant foods, and realistic routines not just supplement stacks.

Want support building a gut-supportive pattern that fits your life? Work with a Maya Feller Nutrition registered dietitian. Link in bio.

Spring brings longer days, shifts in routine, and more variety in produce.At **Maya Feller Nutrition**, we think of seas...
04/09/2026

Spring brings longer days, shifts in routine, and more variety in produce.

At **Maya Feller Nutrition**, we think of seasonal eating as an opportunity to recenter rather than trying to overhaul everything.

As the growing season expands, so can your options.

Seasonal nutrition is about responding to changes in appetite, environment, and availability while making small, sustainable adjustments that support energy, digestion, and metabolic balance throughout the year.

No rigid rules.
No extreme protocols.
Just practical, culturally inclusive nourishment that fits your life.

✨ Want support that’s personalized to your health needs and your real life? Sign up to work with a Maya Feller Nutrition registered dietitian at the link in bio.

Sessions are FSA/HSA eligible and all or a portion may be covered by your health insurance. C@mment 👇🏾 for benefits verification.

If you’ve been told “avoid UPFs at all costs,” you’re not alone. Social media has turned a flawed research tool into a f...
04/06/2026

If you’ve been told “avoid UPFs at all costs,” you’re not alone. Social media has turned a flawed research tool into a fear tool.

Here’s the nuance:

NOVA is a system that groups foods by degree and purpose of processing AND it is not a accurate “health score”. When you take a look you’ll see foods lumped together like packaged bread and candy yet they have very different nutrition profiles.

Yes, there’s real evidence linking high intakes of added sugars, fats and salts with worse health outcomes in population studies. And to be clear I’m not advocating or recommending those foods be the center of your plate.

What I am saying is you need to nourish your body on a regular and consistent basis. And the takeaway isn’t panic.

At Maya Feller Nutrition, we focus on what’s clinically useful:

✅ build a pattern with more whole and minimally processed foods when you can
✅ choose convenient foods that are nutrient dense and support your health when you need them
✅ consider time, budget, access, disability, caregiving, and stress, because these shape eating, not “willpower”

Food is not a purity test. It’s part of a life.

Want support building a cardiometabolic-friendly eating pattern that works in the real world? Sign up to work with a Maya Feller Nutrition registered dietitian at the link in bio.

Nutrition advice spreads quickly online but speed isn’t the same as science.In clinical practice, we evaluate whether r...
04/01/2026

Nutrition advice spreads quickly online but speed isn’t the same as science.

In clinical practice, we evaluate whether recommendations:

• improve labs over time
• support mental and emotional wellbeing
• respect culture and lived experience
• are realistic and sustainable

If guidance requires extreme restriction, ignores access to food, or harms your relationship with eating, it may not support long-term health or nourish your body no matter how popular it is.

You deserve nuance.
You deserve context.
You deserve evidence.

Join my newsletter for grounded, culturally inclusive nutrition guidance rooted in clinical practice not trends. 🔗 in highlights

Language matters.When we label food as “clean,” we imply that other foods are “dirty.” That framing shifts nutrition fro...
03/25/2026

Language matters.

When we label food as “clean,” we imply that other foods are “dirty.” That framing shifts nutrition from physiology to morality and that’s where problems begin.

In my clinical experince (and the research suopports this) I’ve found that rigid food rules and moralized eating patterns are associated with higher rates of anxiety, guilt, and disordered eating behaviors.

Health is not about purity.

It’s about adequacy, flexibility, and patterns that support both physical and mental wellbeing.

At Maya Feller Nutrition, we focus on sustainable, culturally inclusive, evidence-based nutrition without shame.

If you’re ready to move away from food rules and toward support, work with a Maya Feller Nutrition Registered Dietitian .

All or a portion of the sessions may be covered by your health insurance and / or eligible to use HSA/ FSA.
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At Maya Feller Nutrition, we believe the right nutrition provider won’t just hand you a plan , they’ll help you build a ...
03/23/2026

At Maya Feller Nutrition, we believe the right nutrition provider won’t just hand you a plan , they’ll help you build a relationship with food that supports your health and your real life.

That includes:

🤎 your culture + food traditions

🤎 your medical history + labs

🤎 your budget and access to food

🤎 your schedule, stress, and energy

🤎 your goals (without shame or fear-based messaging)

We take an inclusive, culturally humble, evidence-based approach, because nutrition support should feel respectful, realistic, and sustainable.

If you’re leaving appointments feeling judged, overwhelmed, or confused, that’s important information.

You deserve care that meets you where you are.

Ready to work with a dietitian who sees the whole you? Visit the link my highlights to learn more about Maya Feller Nutrition and book an appointment. All or a portion might be covered by your insurance and all MNT sessions may be HSA / FSA eligible.
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03/19/2026

Spring is coming. And with the warmer temperatures and longer days also comes more seasonal produce options.

Yesterday I talked with .spencer on about ways to get ready for spring.

If you are looking for nutrition support that helps you add more seasonal options, flavor and variety to your plate, reach out.

1:1 sessions are HSA/FSA eligible and might be covered by your health insurance.

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