Ryan Cengel

About Ryan

Ryan Cengel, MS, MA, RDN, LD, SNS is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with advanced training in nutrition science, education, and culinary nutrition. He holds undergraduate degrees in culinary arts and culinary nutrition, along with a Master of Education and a Master of Science in Nutrition, providing a strong foundation for practical, evidence-based care. Ryan has extensive experience delivering one-on-one nutrition counseling through both the WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) program and private practice. In these roles, he supported clients across the lifespan with personalized, culturally responsive nutrition education focused on behavior change, chronic disease prevention, and sustainable lifestyle improvements. Ryan’s approach aligns with Nourish’s mission—emphasizing whole foods, realistic goal setting, and building a positive, lifelong relationship with food through compassionate, individualized virtual care.

Approach to care

I believe in nurturing lifelong healthy eating habits by focusing on whole, nourishing foods and helping individuals build a positive, confident relationship with what they eat. My approach is supportive, evidence-based, and centered on empowering clients to make sustainable changes that honor both their health and their lived experiences.

Your first session with Ryan

Our first session will start with getting to know one another, developing an understanding of your goals and starting you down a path to meet your goals successfully. We can create a mutual understanding of where you have been, where you are currently and where you’d ultimately like to be.

Location

📍 Austin, Texas

Education

I hold a master’s degree in nutrition and dietetics along with a master’s degree in education. My academic training laid a strong foundation in evidence-based nutrition science, food systems, and public health. Combined with my credentials as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) and Licensed Dietitian (LD), my education equips me to design informed, nourishing meal programs and provide sound nutritional guidance rooted in science and compassion.

Hobbies

Cooking, fitness, fishing, hiking, kayaking

Licenses and Certifications