For the past 11 years, I have guided countless clients to optimal health and well-being through dietary modification and behavior change.

Mission

I provide highly personalized, non-judgmental nutrition care in a safe and supportive environment. Many of my clients lament that their health care visits are brief and leave them feeling frustrated and unheard. My practice strives to reverse this trend. Visits with me are never rushed. I develop strong working relationship with my clients as we collaborate on establishing realistic goals to achieve desired outcomes.

the Dietitian - Leslie Gaillard

I am a registered dietitian (RD), licensed dietitian/nutritionist (LDN) in North Carolina, and a certified diabetes educator (CDE). I am a second career dietitian. As a former "techie" from San Francisco, I decided I wanted to work with people and not computers. Nutrition is not just my job; it's my passion.

In my spare time, you can find me in the kitchen cooking up a new gluten free recipe (I have celiac disease), striking a yoga or pilates pose, or outside soaking up some sunshine. My nutrition philosophy is a balanced blend of intuitive eating and personalization of dietary intake based on health conditions.  The foods you will always find in my kitchen include eggs, berries, avocados, almond butter, greens, zucchini, tortilla chips, sweet potatoes, and anything chocolate. Check out my recipes for some of my favorite meal ideas that are both delicious and nutritious. 

education

College of William & Mary, B.S Biology

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill, Master of Public Health in Nutrition

certifications

Registered Dietitian (RD), Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN) in North Carolina

Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE)

work experience

Duke University Diet & Fitness Center, Clinical Dietitian

Durham VA Medical Center, Research Dietitian

LG Nutrition, Private Practice, Sole Proprietor

specialities

Photo credit Melissa Delmore Photography