I’m Joy Kiddie, a full-time Registered Dietitian who has been in clinical practice in British Columbia since 2008 and teaching low carb and keto diets since 2017.
I not only teach others this way of eating, but eat this way myself.
Many people come to me because they haven’t been successful following a low carb or keto diet they found online. For some, the diet worked initially and then stopped working, or for different reasons wasn’t sustainable.
While keeping carbohydrate low is essential in a low carb or keto diet, carbs aren’t the only factor that needs to be considered. Protein requirements vary with stage of life, gender and activity level so meeting protein needs has to be done in the context of carb level, with fat adjusted to provide energy needs.
There is no one-size-fits-all low carb or keto diet.
I will design a low carb or keto Meal Plan based on your specific needs, food preferences, and lifestyle — so that you can accomplish and maintain your weight loss and health gains.
Food categories are carb-based, which will make it possible for you to eat to satiety, while keeping your carbs in range — and you won’t have to use an app to track your carbs. I do the work so you don’t have to.
Sustainable Weight Loss and Improved Health
One of the main challenges people face when setting out to change how they eat is not wanting to be hungry, and who can blame them? Many people don’t realize that it is actually the foods they eat and when they eat them that are driving their hunger and food cravings, leading to overeating.
I have years of experience addressing the drivers of hunger and food cravings which enables me to help people lose weight while not feeling hungry— and not feeling hungry is the key. This is what makes weight loss sustainable long term.
I am knowledgeable with the foods and cultural practices of many regions of Asia and South Asia, North Africa, the Middle East and the Mediterranean which enables me to provide culturally-appropriate food options so that people can continue to eat with their extended families. I am also experienced designing Meal Plans for vegetarians and those with ethical, cultural, or religious food practices.
There are two ways to get started; the Complete Assessment Package or Hourly Consultation.
Please download the Intake and Service Option Form*, complete it on your computer, then email it to the address on the form.
*If you would like a password-protected Intake Form, please send a note using the Contact Me form on the tab above.
If you have clinical conditions other than high blood sugar, cholesterol or blood pressure, I would be happy to see you through my long-standing clinical dietetic practice, BetterByDesign Nutrition.
Multigenerational Services
I provide services to adults of all ages and stages of life, including individuals, couples, and multiple members of the same family.
Dietitian Extended Benefit Coverage
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Low Carb Virtual Dietitian Practice
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- > 10 years experience providing virtual Dietitian services across Canada
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- Uses secure HIPAA- and PIPEDA-compliant telehealth software
- no software to download
- no registration needed
- click and connect
- Meet at your convenience
- Detailed receipts make it easy to submit for reimbursement to extended benefit providers
- Uses secure HIPAA- and PIPEDA-compliant telehealth software
Interjurisdictional Practice
I am licensed to provide dietetic services in British Columbia, Alberta, and Ontario and can provide services in other provinces and territories (except for Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Quebec, and PEI that require registration for out-of-province Dietitians).
Dietitian Clinical Hours
Clinical hours are weekdays 9:00 AM to 5:00* PM (Pacific time)
*3:00 PM PST on FridaysEarlier appointments can be arranged on some days, and many find it very convenient to meet with me over their lunch breaks.
Set Up a Low Carb or Keto Telehealth Call
It’s as easy as 1-2-3
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- Decide on your services.
- Send in the intake form.
- Book your appointment.
Physician / Clinician Referral Form
Physicians or Allied Heath professionals who would like to refer a patient / client to me for routine low carb or keto dietary support, you can download and complete this Referral Form and fax it to the number indicated on the form. For patients/clients with more complex clinical needs, please use this Referral form.Please note: At this time, all services are provided via a secure telehealth portal.
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- > 10 years experience providing virtual Dietitian services across Canada