Personalized nutrition coaching

Attention: Women that have struggled to lose weight that are sick and tired of restrictive and unrealistic diets!

Do you want to lose weight and keep it off for good while actually enjoying your life? We’re going to eat for the rest of our lives, so you need a program you can do for the rest of your life! The Busy Gal Nutrition program is all about connecting accurate nutrition knowledge with real-life application for lifelong success. When you work with us, we will make sure you have the knowledge and the accountability to achieve your weight loss goals and NEVER have to diet again.

First, watch this video if you're ready to make massive change in your confidence, energy, and health!

Here at Busy Gal Nutrition, we want YOU to stop dieting! We are a team of registered dietitians and we work with busy women all over the country to help them reach their weight loss goals safely and sustainably without giving up their favorite foods, and by transforming how they view food and dieting as a whole.

We don’t do short-term fixes. We don’t do pre-made meal plans. We won’t ever ask you to give up your favorite things. Why? Because studies show these weight-loss strategies can help momentarily, but they don’t produce LASTING results. The program we create with you fits YOUR lifestyle. We will partner together to reach your goals while fitting in everything you love and need. We’ll navigate holidays, travel, social life, stress, picky family, crazy work schedule, and actually enjoying your food!

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I reached out to Busy Gal Nutrition when I had a wedding coming up and I needed to shed some pounds to fit into my bridesmaids dress. By the end of our journey together, I not only fit into the bridesmaids dress… I had to get it taken in by a seamstress! I had full confidence the day of the wedding and still today because of Busy Gal Nutrition. The biggest thing I struggled with before working with Laura was portion sizes. She starts out the program teaching you a simple “build your plate” method, then week after week you learn more about the nutrients your body needs. I went from knowing very little about proteins, carbs & fats to feeling confident when eating out or choosing what to put on my plate at family meals. To anyone on the fence about reaching out to Laura for nutrition coaching, know that she is an encourager who is basically your cheerleader along the way. She is positive & supportive and wants to see you reach your goals… just like I did!
Caroline

Before starting the program, I was a completely different person. I was chronically fatigued and I used to have to take naps on my lunch breaks just to get through the day. I was constantly bloated and experiencing IBS flares that kept me in bed or at home frequently. I would go through cycles of undereating and overeating and never could stick to anything. I would try and fail at different fitness goals because I could not see any progress and felt like it put more stress on my body. I was miserable.

After 7 months of working with Leah Ruth and the Busy Gal Nutrition program, I wake up with energy every day without needing caffeine. I have stable energy throughout the day and am able to work at my high stress job and still manage to go to the gym. I understand and fuel my body correctly now and it has made all the difference in the world. I know how to balance my meals when cooking or eating out. I do not have as many IBS flare ups because I can determine and predict the episodes and try to prevent them. This knowledge has saved me so much stress/mental and physical pain.

I have always felt embarrassed to talk about my weight struggles and disordered eating, but right off the bat Leah Ruth made me feel so comfortable. She pushed me and supported me when I needed it most and continued to remind me of my progress even when I didn’t see it. I am so proud to have been a part of this program and my life has truly been changed because of it.
Melissa F
Melissa F

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Get everything you need to get started on your weight loss journey for the last time!

  • Stop guessing! Learn step-by-step to help you confidently know where to start and take action immediately
  • Save time and avoid BAD weight loss advice! Stop searching for the answers and focus on living your LIFE
  • Have confidence in yourself, start to improve your energy and mindset around your health and eating habits, improve your relationships, no longer feel ALONE!
  • Stay accountable and on-track with weekly check-ins, targeted goal-setting, and personalized progress evaluation
  • feel empowered and excited about your journey instead of overwhelmed or discouraged
  • never diet again
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I have spent the last 6 months working with Leah Ruth. To me one of my biggest accomplishments was my mindset shift. I am going into my 49th year and I stopped and realized I have been chasing that number on the scale for almost 30 years! What a waste of time! I now chase health, overall wellness - mentally and physically, longevity and the desire to thrive in midlife. The work with Leah Ruth helped me understand how to fuel my body properly. It helped me stop the under-eating cycle I was in and restore my metabolism and balance my hormones. These are all huge wins. Before I worked with her I was doing yet another round of one of the most popular diet plans and suffering from severe fatigue like needing to lay on my office floor midday unable to go on, hormonal headaches for days, night sweats, weird shaking in my hand, digestive issues, etc. I thought I was eating healthy. Turns out I was not fueling myself well at all. Now I understand what my body needs and when I fuel it properly along with my consistent movement I thrive. I no longer need to lay on my floor in the afternoon, I rarely have a hormonal headache, my cycle and perimenopause symptoms are very minimal, and my digestion is near perfect. Nutrition and movement are key for me to thrive. These are things I focused on learning as much as possible from Leah Ruth. Her knowledge and support has given me new freedom in my life without the stresses of good and bad foods. I am forever grateful to her.
Erin
I was so tired of crash dietiting and knew I needed to get serious about adopting a healthier lifestyle. Before working with Laura, I was always hungry and tired and never got to eat any of my favorite foods because I was “dieting.” I’m picky, and I find most healthy foods gross!! But Laura showed me yummy protein foods and tricks for sneaking in vegetables! Before joining the program, I was skeptical because nothing I had tried in the past worked and it’s hard for me to try new things. But after being in the program for just one month, I was shocked that my measurements were smaller and I was down 7 lbs. Now I’m down 13 lbs total and maintaining my weight loss, but I also have SO much more energy throughout the day and feel more confident about myself. If you commit to the program, you WILL see results!
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Caitlin A.

The busy gal nutrition coaching program was designed to help busy women just like you who:

  • Don’t know how to get started on your weight loss journey? We will partner together step-by-step and we will walk alongside you, providing you with all the tools you need to succeed!
  • Don’t know what to prioritize or feeling overwhelmed? Instead of changing everything all at once, this program will get you started with what truly matters and break everything down into realistic steps
  • Don’t know how to plan the week or the day for your goals? In this program, we’ll talk about how to plan for date night, work dinners, travel, and more in addition to your day-to- day meals and snacks 
  • Don’t know what will truly get results? We’ll measure success in many ways so that you always feel like you are moving forward and we’ll talk about the science behind the goals you set for yourself so you feel confident!
  • Don’t know how to lose weight without a diet or meal plan? We’re going to walk you through setting calorie and macronutrient goals that plan for your favorite foods. We’ll discuss how to take what you are already doing and make small changes over time. No meal plan needed, but we will cover a LOT of fun recipe and meal ideas to try! NO boring food!
  • Hate wasting time and feeling miserable trying and failing at diets? We will cover potential obstacles and struggles in your journey upfront so that we can prepare for them, but we’ll also make sure this is something that truly works for YOU so this is the LAST time you ever start a weight loss journey

Did I mention this is all online-based? Perfect for the busy woman on the go!

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Prior to working with Laura I was struggling with dieting as a whole. Years ago I struggled with an eating disorder, and recently I completed a completely different diet program which made me gain 15 pounds. I was very discouraged and I thought that my metabolism was broken. Nothing I did worked for me. I realized it was time to reach out to a professional for some help before my wedding. Since working with Laura I have lost 20 pounds and I feel GREAT! She broke things down into small steps and encouraged me every step of the way. I didn’t and still don’t feel like I’m dieting. I now know how to manage my weight for a lifetime the RIGHT way. I enjoy my favorite foods and I never feel restricted, which is what I’m most proud of. If you’re thinking about joining Laura I would tell you to just go ahead and learn from the professionals, because there is so much false information out there and it’s really not as hard as everyone makes it!
Mikayla
Mikayla

Lifestyle change takes time. We can conquer this together. Ready for long-term, sustainable weight loss? We'd love to work with you to achieve your goals. Here's how it works and what's included:

1:1 Virtual nutrition coaching

You will be matched with a coach that is the perfect fit for you to guide you through your journey and be there every step of the way! Read more about our coaches here!

Behavioral and macro-based nutrition education: This is the foundation! We’ll discuss in-depth your personal nutrition needs and the behaviors we need to work on to help you succeed. We’ll build a plan from there to make sure you have a very clear-cut roadmap to success. 

Meal planning help for individuals and families: We don’t do pre-written meal plans, but we DO help you with a lot of recipes that we know you’ll love! Don’t cook? No worries! We will also help you navigate ordering takeout, eating at restaurants, or prepping very easy meals at home.

Troubleshooting barriers (you’re going to have them!) such as vacations, travel for work, holidays, family reunions, etc: We’ll make sure you know exactly how to enjoy all the best moments in life while maintaining your progress. From enjoying cocktails, work lunches, or a cruise around the world- you’ll be well-prepared to live life AND reach your goals.

Motivation and accountability: Changing habits can be challenging- it doesn’t always come naturally. We’re here to empower you! We will get to know how YOU respond to different coaching techniques and how you would like to be held accountable. We use a secure online platform to track your goals and progress, as well as communicate with you to provide extra support. You’ll also have access to our full community of like-minded women that are ready to cheer you on!

If this sounds like the nutrition program you're looking for, schedule your free strategy call by clicking the "Get Started!" button below and then fill out the application!

*Please note that we are not able to accept insurance for 1:1 nutrition coaching at this time

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I always felt like I would have to eat like a rabbit to feel the way I wanted to feel in my body. I felt like my weight loss journey has been a cyclical battle of failed strategies, so I started working with Laura to better focus my efforts. I think the first week I really threw myself into the tracking was the first week I saw the effort working for me. Now I feel like I have a much better mindset when it comes to my body and taking care of it. The work and effort aren’t the only thing you focus on, it’s the understanding of who you are and how you eat and working within that. That’s the real journey and it’s totally worth it!
Sabrae
Before I started working with Laura, I was struggling with decreasing calories, learning new habits, removing bingeing. I was frustrated with weight gain, but also feeling like I wasn’t informed enough to help myself stay at a healthy weight. After working with her, I’m feeling less bloated and much more confident. I was aided the whole way through and my biggest breakthrough was learning not to binge eat. Laura helps you get where you need to be.
Dakota
Before we started working together, I was skipping meals, my weight was constantly going up and down from dieting, I was restricting calories, and I felt like I had to sacrifice to be the weight I felt most comfortable with. At first I was kind of skeptical about joining the program because I wasn’t sure if it would work because of my busy work schedule and picky eating. Now, My weight is down 16 lbs, Confidence is definitely increasing, and energy has been a million times better. My first breakthrough was the first week I lost weight despite eating out and enjoying a drink with friends. To someone considering working with Laura, I’d say do it! I’ve learned so much about myself and how to reach my goals.
Amanda A.
I was struggling with drinking enough water and feeling full from my food. I realized after working with her for a few weeks that I was not eating nearly enough protein and that’s why I didn’t ever feel full. She showed me to how to balance my macros with foods I enjoyed and this made it so easy to lose weight, feel satisfied, and lose 10 lbs with ease. I’m usually running around like a mad woman, so it really helped that we started with small goals and I worked my way up. I also had specific plans with my busy schedule in mind. I would recommend Laura because I’m a vet student and thought I knew a lot about nutrition, but I didn’t know enough! Now I feel way healthier and more confident. Work with her!
Jessie
Jessie
I decided to get into nutrition coaching because, going into the pandemic as a RN, I wanted to be as healthy as I could be. I am a stress non-eater! On even normal days I would be tired frequently and not completely understand why. My biggest frustration before working with Laura was thinking that 1200 calories or lower was what I needed to eat, and she showed me my needs are so much more than that. Starting in the program, Laura was great!! She listened to what I needed and doesn’t overwhelm with what needs to be done. Baby steps are successful with incorporating healthy habits. I never have energy crashes anymore and I’m the healthiest I have ever been. Busy Gal Nutrition makes lifestyle changes in your diet approachable and easy. Laura is amazing! I am so thankful to be my healthiest self.
Melissa F.
Prior to working with Laura, I was struggling with identifying food sensitivities (e.g., foods causing an upset stomach). Consistency was often hard for me, too. During periods when I felt good, I might eat foods that didn’t agree with me, but I was unable to identify what was causing my symptoms. Now, I am proud that I gave myself the opportunity to learn about food (e.g., saturated vs. unsaturated fat; the impact of more fiber in my diet). Learning (vs. simply following the “rules”) will allow me to live a healthy lifestyle and continue to be symptom-free. I would recommend Laura because she has a holistic approach to nutrition coaching. She listened to my story and together we created an individualized plan. She then developed resources for me to use (e.g., food logs, modified recipes) and would check-in with me weekly. She is easy to talk to and extremely dependable!
Alison
Alison
I decided to start coaching with Laura because I was unhappy with my body and eating habits. Before I started, I was getting way less food than I was actually supposed to eat, along with no water and ate whatever I wanted. My biggest frustration with nutrition was thinking all carbs were bad and that if I ate carbs I would not lose weight. At first, I was skeptical because this program is nothing like dieting. You choose what you eat. At first this seemed too easy to lose weight with. Before we started I was at my heaviest weight I have ever been and was very unhappy with my eating and Body. I was using food to make me feel better but in return, I was hating myself more. Now, I have a much more healthy relationship with food. I’ve lost 12 lbs and have developed amazing habits that will stick with me through my adulthood.
Mary Caroline
Working with Laura was very freeing. She taught me how to work toward a calorie goal that would help me lose weight and how balance my carbs and proteins so that I'd feel full along the way. She helped me substitute foods that were not helping me reach my goals - like how to make lower calorie dinners, how to get more protein in without chugging protein shakes and how to substitute tasty, lower-calorie drinks for beer and wine. We also worked on stress management techniques and ways to treat myself without turning to food.
Shannon H
Shannon H
Before nutrition coaching with Laura, I was having trouble losing weight and what I was doing on my own wasn’t working. I would eat “healthy” or so I thought was healthy but I didn’t know how to read labels or really know what was in the foods I was eating. I also struggled with an unhealthy relationship with food. I would stress eat/snack and didn’t know how bad that was for me. Getting started in the program, my first breakthrough was finding out that I can lose weight and still eat the foods that I love! I didn’t really have much confidence or energy before I started and now I feel amazing and have so much more confidence. I now have a healthy relationship with food and I have the energy and confidence to do CrossFit workouts which I wouldn’t have been able to do before. To anyone considering joining the program, do it! It’s so worth it! Definitely the best decision I could have made!
Alyssa
Alyssa