Nutrition Therapy in Lehigh Valley, PA

Medical Nutrition Therapy that actually fits your life — and for 96% of our patients, it costs $0 out of pocket because it’s covered by health insurance. Yup. Real support. Real credentials. Real results.

At Forward Thinking Fitness, we proudly provide Medical Nutrition Therapy in Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton, Emmaus, Macungie, Trexlertown, Fogelsville, and surrounding Lehigh Valley communities. Our insurance-covered nutrition counseling makes expert support accessible and affordable for individuals and families across the region who are ready to take control of their health.

We help you work smarter, not harder. Because the truth is: you can train like an athlete… and still spin your wheels if your nutrition is chaotic, inconsistent, or based on “whatever TikTok said this week.” If you’re serious about sustainable weight loss, muscle gain, improved energy, better metabolic health, or improved lab results, your nutrition strategy matters just as much as your workouts.

Our Nutrition Therapy (Medical Nutrition Therapy / MNT) gives you a clear, personalized plan, built-in accountability, and an evidence-based strategy designed around your real life. Whether you’re managing high cholesterol, prediabetes, diabetes, digestive concerns, hormonal imbalances, or simply want structured support from a registered dietitian, we create a plan that fuels muscle growth, supports fat loss, improves performance, and optimizes long-term health—without sacrificing your taste buds or social life.

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Covered by Health Insurance (96% Pay $0 Out of Pocket)

Whether you’re seeking support for weight management, diabetes, digestive health, heart health, hormone balance, or preventative care, working with a registered dietitian is often a covered benefit under many insurance plans. Nutrition counseling is recognized as an essential part of comprehensive healthcare, helping individuals manage chronic conditions, improve energy levels, and build sustainable, healthy eating habits.

Nutrition Therapy is covered by health insurance for most people
96% of our patients pay $0 out of pocket
✅ We handle the process like pros—verification, billing, and guidance

We accept all major carriers, including:

  • Cigna

  • Aetna

  • UnitedHealthcare

  • Capital Blue Cross Blue Shield

  • Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

  • Independence Blue Cross

  • Anthem

  • AmeriHealth

  • Meritain Health

  • …and many more.

If you’ve been putting off meeting with a dietitian because you assumed it would be expensive, there’s a very good chance it’s free for you.

What Is Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT)?

Medical Nutrition Therapy is evidence-based nutrition care provided by a qualified professional (like a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist). It’s not “clean eating.” It’s not “detoxing.” It’s not fear-mongering about carbs.

It’s a structured process that can include:

  • Nutrition assessment (your goals, habits, labs, lifestyle, schedule)
  • Personalized strategy (not generic macros copy/pasted from the internet)
  • Behavior coaching (because knowing ≠ doing)
  • Ongoing accountability and adjustments

You get a plan you can actually follow. And we’ll help you follow it.

Why People Work With a Dietitian

Most people don’t need more information. They need a system.

Here are the most common reasons our clients in Allentown, Bethlehem, and the Lehigh Valley start Nutrition Therapy:

Fat Loss That Doesn’t Wreck Your Energy:
Lose fat without crash dieting, weekend rebound, or living in “start over Monday” mode.

Muscle Building (Without Eating Like a Tired Linebacker):
Want to get stronger, look athletic, and keep body fat in check? We’ll dial in protein, timing, recovery, and realistic consistency.

GLP-1 Nutrition Support:
If you’re on a GLP-1 medication, nutrition matters more, not less. We help protect lean muscle, reduce side effects, and keep progress sustainable.

Prediabetes, Insulin Resistance, & Blood Sugar Control:
We focus on stable blood sugar and better habits, not food fear. Yes, you can still enjoy your life.

High Cholesterol, Blood Pressure, and Heart Health:
Your heart doesn’t care about trendy diets. It cares about what you do consistently. We’ll show you how.

Digestive Issues (Bloating, Reflux, IBS-ish Chaos):
We identify patterns, reduce triggers, and build a plan that supports your gut without turning eating into a stressful science project.

Athletes, Busy Professionals, and Parents With Zero Time:
You need nutrition that works in real life: travel, meetings, kids’ schedules, and “I forgot to defrost anything” nights.

Our Approach: Smarter Nutrition, Not Food Prison

You’re not here to earn your carbs. You’re here to feel confident and get results.

With Forward Thinking Fitness Nutrition Therapy, you can expect:

Simple, personalized nutrition strategy (no one-size-fits-all plans)

Accountability that doesn’t guilt-trip you

A focus on performance + health + aesthetics (pick one? nah.)

Flexible structure that protects your sanity and your social life

Practical guidance for grocery shopping, eating out, and meal building

We’re pro-science, anti-nonsense. If it works, we use it. If it’s hype, we pass.

Pair Nutrition Therapy With Training

When it comes to building muscle or losing weight, it’s important to work smarter—not harder.

Your training sessions should count. Nutrition Therapy helps you:

  • Fuel workouts for better performance and recovery

  • Hit the right targets for fat loss without burnout

  • Build muscle while staying lean

  • Stay consistent when motivation disappears (because it will)

You bring the effort. We bring the strategy.

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96% OF PARTNERS PAY $0 OUT OF POCKET