Ethnic & Vegetarian Diets · Registered dietitians
Nutrition Care for Ethnic & Vegetarian Diets
Healthy eating should not mean giving up the food you grew up with. Our dietitians understand South Asian, Vietnamese, Hispanic, African, Caribbean, Middle Eastern, vegetarian and every other kind of kitchen, and we build your plan around the foods you love. Several of us offer visits in your language.
Is this for you?
- You eat an Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Sri Lankan or Vietnamese diet
- You are vegetarian, Jain or vegan and need enough protein, B12 and iron
- You want a dietitian who speaks Hindi, Gujarati, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu or Vietnamese
- You manage diabetes, cholesterol or weight within a traditional diet
How our dietitians help
Your recipes, adjusted
Rice, roti, dal, pho and sweets can fit. We adjust portions, oils and pairings.
Plant protein made easy
Dal, paneer, tofu, sprouts and dairy combinations that meet protein needs.
Festivals & family meals
Plans for Diwali, Navratri, Ramadan, Tet and family gatherings.
In your language
Visits available in Hindi, Gujarati, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu (conversational) and Vietnamese.
What to expect
- First visit: your dietitian reviews your health history, labs, medications and eating habits, then you set 2–3 goals together.
- Your plan: a personalized plan with meal ideas, recipes and tools, shared in your Healthie portal.
- Follow-ups: regular check-ins, usually every week or every other week at first, to track progress and adjust.
Visits are in person in Suwanee or Lawrenceville, GA, or by secure video in 25 states. More about visits.
Insurance coverage
Nutrition counseling is covered for many conditions such as diabetes, prediabetes, high cholesterol and obesity.
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Coverage depends on your specific plan. We check your benefits before your first visit, and it helps if you also call the member number on your insurance card. Our billing promise means no surprise bills.
Dietitians who specialize in ethnic & vegetarian diets
Deepa Narayanaswamy, RD, LD
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Registered Dietitian
Suwanee · Video visits
Speaks: English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu (conversational)
Rhea Shah, RD, LD, CEDS
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Registered Dietitian
Video visits
Lisa Nguyen, RD, LD
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Registered Dietitian
Lawrenceville · Video visits
Speaks: English, Vietnamese
Ethnic & Vegetarian Diets: common questions
Which languages do your dietitians speak?
Our team offers visits in English, Hindi, Gujarati, Marathi, Tamil, conversational Telugu and Vietnamese, and Spanish-speaking patients can have our on-staff Spanish interpreter join the visit. Mention your preference when you book.
Can I manage diabetes on an Indian diet?
Yes. We help you adjust portions of rice and roti, add protein and vegetables, and pick better snack and sweet options without giving up your cuisine.
Do vegetarians need supplements?
Some do, especially vitamin B12 and sometimes vitamin D or iron. We check your intake and labs before recommending anything.
What patients say
“I met with Rachel today and we had a great conversation at my intake appointment that makes me feel optimistic about moving forward.”
“Awesome job very informative and pleasant Rachel really takes the time to listen and explain all aspects of diet and health would highly recommend”
“Service was excellent. She was very knowledgeable, showed empathy, and was helpful.”
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This page is for general education and is not medical advice. Talk with your doctor before changing medications.
Ready to feel better? Most visits are covered by insurance.
Book online in about two minutes, or call 678-250-3438. Visits in Suwanee, Lawrenceville or by video.