Specialties
- Autoimmune disease
- Bariatric surgery
- Cancer
- Celiac disease
- Diabetes or prediabetes
- Disordered eating
- Eating disorder
- Emotional eating
- Food allergies
- General health
- GERD / Acid reflux
- Gestational diabetes
- Gut health
- Healthy aging
- Heart health
- Help gaining weight
- Help losing weight
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
- IBS
- Prediabetes
- Sports & performance nutrition
- Type 1 diabetes
- Type 2 diabetes
- Vegan/vegetarian
- Weight loss medications / GLP-1s
- Weight stabilization
Approaches
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Relationship with foodπ
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Accountability
Identifies as
- White
- Female
Minimum patient age
About Lydia
Hello! My name is Lydia Macfarlan and I am a registered dietitian in Arkansas. I love working with clients and helping them reach their goals-- no matter what they are! I have worked in a variety of hospital settings such as behavioral health, long-term care, rehab, etc. I also have experience working with personal clients one-on-one to help them achieve their goals. I have experience in diabetes education, heart-healthy diets, weight loss and weight gain, general health, and more! As a type 1 diabetic myself, I am very comfortable in helping to educate others with diabetes and am passionate about helping them live their best lives.
Approach to care
I will work with you to set S.M.A.R.T. (smart, realistic, attainable, realistic, timely), goals at every session that make sense for you and your lifestyle. I do not believe in "easy" fixes overnight, but rather in helping you with the tools you need for lifelong success.
Your first session with Lydia
At your first lesson with me, I like to get to know you! I think it is so important to really understand each client and their individual needs. I will ask questions to better understand your goals and struggles. I will also have you walk me through a typical day of eating. I will answer any questions you have, and together, we will make a realistic plan to move forward in a way that works for you.
Location
π Arkansas
Education
University of Central Arkansas University of Arkansas of Medical Sciences
Hobbies
Reading, weight-lifting, cooking, taking my dog on walks, and hanging out with friends and family!
Licenses and Certifications
LD - Licensed Dietitian
MS - Master of Science
RD - Registered Dietitian