Take the guesswork out of eating well with expert dietitian support
Meal Planning
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What is Meal Planning?
Our meal planning service goes beyond one-size-fits-all nutrition apps. Led by a Registered Dietitian, Natalie Sousa, you’ll receive a structured and personalized plan designed to fit your health goals, medical needs, and lifestyle. Whether you’re managing a condition, working with lab results, or simply wanting more balance at the table, we create realistic, evidence-based meal plans tailored to your preferences.
Benefits of Registered Dietitian Meal Planning
Structure & Clarity: Get a clear, targeted nutrition plan that takes the guesswork out of eating.
Decision Relief: Reduce stress and overwhelm from daily meal choices.
Ready-to-Follow Plans: Enjoy simple, practical guidance you can put into action right away.
Actionable Nutrition: Turn expert advice into realistic meals that fit your lifestyle.
Goal-Oriented Support: Work toward specific health or wellness goals with professional guidance.
Highly Personalized: Receive a plan tailored to your body, preferences, and medical needs.
Not sure if meal planning is right for you? Book a FREE 15-minute Discovery Call with our Registered Dietitian.
What to Expect
Initial Visit: 50 minutes
Subsequent Visits: 15 minutes
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At Tall Tree, dietitian care starts with a thorough health screen and client history. Your Registered Dietitian (RD) will build a customized weekly meal plan tailored to you—not a generic template. Each plan is designed around:
Your health goals — weight management, digestive issues, hormonal balance, chronic disease management, and more
Medical needs — lab results, medications, and specific conditions
Personal preferences — cultural foods, likes/dislikes, and cooking skill level
Lifestyle factors — budget, time, and household dynamics
After your first appointment, you’ll walk away with a practical, easy-to-follow plan that includes:
Weekly meal and snack schedule
Delicious, dietitian-approved recipes
Personalized grocery list and simple prep tips
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We recommend booking three 15-minute follow-up sessions, each paired with an additional 1-week meal plan. These follow-ups allow your dietitian to:
Review what’s working and troubleshoot what’s not
Adjust the plan based on real-life challenges or progress
Introduce new strategies, foods, or recipes
Keep you accountable and supported throughout your journey
FAQs
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This service provides personalized, structured meal plans created by a Registered Dietitian (RD). Unlike generic online meal plans, your plan is designed to match your health goals, medical needs, food preferences, and lifestyle.
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The initial appointment + meal plan includes:
50-minute initial dietitian assessment
1-week personalized meal plan with recipes, grocery list, and prep tips
We recommend continuing with weekly follow-ups +meal planning. These follow-ups allow your dietitian to:
Review what’s working and troubleshoot what’s not
Adjust the plan based on real-life challenges or progress
Introduce new strategies, foods, or recipes
Keep you accountable and supported throughout your journey
Additional follow-ups can be added as needed.
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Your plan will include a weekly menu, grocery list, dietitian-approved recipes, and practical prep strategies. The meal plan is designed to fit your food preferences, schedule, and household dynamics.
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Absolutely! Every plan is customized to your needs, including medical conditions, dietary restrictions, cultural food preferences, and lifestyle.
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No referral is required. You can book directly through our clinic. However, if you’re already working with another practitioner, we can collaborate to support your goals.
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Most extended health benefit plans cover services provided by a Registered Dietitian. Check with your provider to confirm your coverage.
Meet Natalie Sousa
Registered Dietitian
Natalie Sousa is a Registered Dietitian who helps clients build sustainable nutrition habits for long-term health and confidence. With a background in clinical nutrition and behavioural counselling, she offers evidence-based, personalized support without unnecessary restriction.
Natalie works with clients across all life stages, with a focus on gut health (IBS, IBD), weight management, chronic disease, and meal planning. She believes nutrition should be flexible, enjoyable, and aligned with each person’s lifestyle and goals.
Ready to get a dietitian-designed meal plan? Book with Natalie today.
AVAILABLE IN Port Coquitlam, Vancouver
How To Book
Book your service online, or contact us if you have any questions.