Blood-sugar strategy that fits you
We work on the patterns most likely to move your numbers — meal composition, fiber, protein timing, snacks — without micromanaging every bite.
Diabetes, prediabetes & metabolic nutrition — without the lecture.
Real 1:1 medical nutrition therapy for diabetes, prediabetes, cholesterol and heart health. Practical, sustainable strategies — often covered by insurance.
Free 15 minutesno card requiredno PHI required.
- ★★★★★Rated on Google
- RDRegistered Dietitian
- MRTCertified practitioner
- Functional& lab testing
- CA · TX · NVVirtual care
- ★★★★★Rated on Google
- RDRegistered Dietitian
- MRTCertified practitioner
- Functional& lab testing
- CA · TX · NVVirtual care
Written & reviewed by Leila Page, RD — Registered DietitianLast updated June 2026
Medical nutrition therapy (MNT) with Leila Page, RD is coordinated with your physician and your most recent labs — practical strategies you can use this week, not crash diets or rigid rules. In-network with Aetna in California, with superbills for other plans.
A diabetes or prediabetes diagnosis is overwhelming. We focus on the actual mechanics: what to put on your plate, how to time meals, how to use carbs strategically, and how to make changes that survive holidays, travel and stress. Progress is measured with labs and how you feel — not weight.
Who this is for
Sound like where you are right now?
- You’ve been newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes and want a practical, non-overwhelming starting point.
- Your A1C, cholesterol or triglycerides have been creeping up and your physician suggested a dietitian.
- You have a family history of heart disease or diabetes and want to be proactive without obsessing over food.
- You manage your numbers reasonably well, but the way you’re eating to do it isn’t sustainable.
- You want strategies that work around travel, restaurants, family meals and a busy schedule.
How I help
How I work with diabetes, prediabetes & cardiometabolic care.
Heart-health nutrition
Practical changes to support cholesterol, blood pressure and overall cardiometabolic health — alongside your physician’s care.
Insurance-friendly MNT
Diabetes and prediabetes are the diagnoses most often covered by insurance for medical nutrition therapy. I’ll help you figure out your coverage.
Long-term, not crash-course
We’re building a way of eating that protects your future labs and energy without taking over your life.
Nutrition counseling is not a substitute for medical care. Individual results vary.
What’s included
What an MNT engagement actually delivers.
- Free 15-minute discovery call to confirm whether working together makes sense.
- A deeper intake covering labs, medications, history, food patterns, schedule and goals.
- A personalized medical nutrition therapy plan for blood sugar, cholesterol or cardiometabolic health.
- Lab analysis and tracking of meaningful markers (A1C, lipid panel, fasting glucose, etc.) — alongside your physician’s care.
- Ongoing follow-ups to adjust the plan as your labs and life change.
- Messaging support between sessions for the real-world parts (travel, restaurants, holidays, sick days).
Working together
From referral to follow-up labs.
- 01
Free 15-minute discovery call. We discuss your situation at a high level and confirm whether working together makes sense.
- 02
Personalized plan. A deeper intake, then a plan built around your labs, medications, schedule and food preferences.
- 03
Ongoing support. Follow-ups to adjust as labs and life change, with troubleshooting for the real-world parts (travel, restaurants, holidays).
Medical nutrition therapy from an in-network Aetna dietitian (CA) — coordinated with your physician’s plan and your latest labs, not a generic handout.
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Want help applying this to your diabetes & metabolic health journey?
15-minute discovery call. Free, no pressure, no PHI required.
Insurance & cost
Many plans cover nutrition counseling.
In-network with Aetna in California, superbills for out-of-network reimbursement, and HSA/FSA accepted. I’ll help you check your benefits in a few minutes.
- Aetna — in-network (CA)
- HSA / FSA eligible
- Superbills for out-of-network
Check coverageVirtual across California, Texas, Nevada.
FAQ
Diabetes & Metabolic Health — common questions
Is diabetes nutrition counseling covered by insurance?
Often, yes. Diabetes and prediabetes are among the most commonly covered diagnoses for medical nutrition therapy. Coverage and number of visits varies by plan — I can help you check your specific benefits before we start.
Do you take Aetna?
Yes — I’m in-network with Aetna in California. For other plans, I provide superbills for out-of-network reimbursement and accept HSA/FSA.
Will we work alongside my physician?
Yes. Nutrition counseling complements medical care; it doesn’t replace it. I’ll work with your labs, medications and physician’s plan, and coordinate as needed.
Is this fully virtual?
Yes — every session is virtual, by secure video. I see clients across California, Texas and Nevada.
How long until my A1C or lipids improve?
Most lab markers reflect changes over weeks to months. A1C, for example, reflects roughly the prior 3 months of blood sugar. Many people see meaningful shifts on follow-up labs after a few months of consistent work. Individual results vary.
How do we get started?
Book a free 15-minute discovery call from the contact page. We’ll talk through your situation at a high level and outline what a plan could look like, including insurance and scheduling specifics.
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