Strong roots are the only path to truly good health

Mission

At The Rooted Dietitian, the mission is to empower busy individuals and families in northern New Jersey and the lower NY Hudson Valley with practical, sustainable nutrition and lifestyle strategies that help them reclaim their health, energy, and confidence. We believe that good health should feel attainable—not overwhelming—so you can lead a vibrant, fulfilling life with clarity and strength.

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Core Values

Balance
We promote harmony in eating and living—offering realistic nutrition guidance without extreme restriction.

Sustainability
We focus on long-term health habits that fit into the rhythms of your career, family, and everyday life.

Authenticity
Our work is grounded in evidence-based nutrition, clinical expertise, and honest communication—no fads, no fluff.

Connection
We foster a supportive, welcoming space where clients feel seen, heard, and encouraged along their wellness journey.

Resilience
We celebrate progress and persistence—helping you build strength, even in the face of health challenges or setbacks.

The Rooted Team

Antoinette Elmateet, RDN

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Antoinette Elmateet is a Registered Dietitian dedicated to helping hardworking, family-focused adults build a healthier life with confidence and clarity.

She specializes in sustainable weight loss, nutrition for chronic conditions, and realistic, high-impact strategies that make a difference—without the fluff. Her approach as a nutrition practitioner and qualified healthcare provider blends evidence-based nutrition with therapeutic lifestyle changes to help you feel energized, healthy, and in control of your wellbeing.

Whether you're newly diagnosed with prediabetes, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure or heart disease, liver conditions, or neurodegenerative disease, Antoinette’s nutrition counseling and skill-building strategies are designed with you in mind.

She believes that good health is one of the most powerful investments we can make—not just for our future, but for how we feel right now. Working with Antoinette will allow you to uncover the habits and tools that offer the greatest return.

Strong roots grow lasting health. Let’s plant yours together.

Michael Elmateet

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Michael Elmateet manages the administrative operations, financial reporting, and accounting for The Rooted Dietitian. He is proud to support this mission-driven brand alongside his wife, Antoinette, as they work to help clients build stronger, healthier lives.

As both a team member and a family member, he has seen firsthand how Antoinette’s approach to nutrition counseling, weight management, and chronic disease prevention has made a meaningful difference—not just for clients, but in their own home. Her ability to translate complex nutrition science into simple, actionable changes is truly transformative.

Whether you’re working with her to lose weight, stabilize blood sugar levels, reduce your cholesterol, or improve chronic pain, you’re in capable, compassionate hands. They are honored to be part of your journey.

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The Rooted Philosophy: All Foods Fit

[in moderation]

At The Rooted Dietitian, we believe that healthy eating isn’t about perfection—it’s about patterns. A nourishing diet can absolutely include convenience foods, processed items, and your favorite treats in moderation. It’s the big-picture habits that matter most.

One meal won’t make or break your health. Instead, your overall dietary pattern, along with your lifestyle choices, creates the foundation for lasting well-being.

True wellness grows from more than just food. That’s why we take a whole-person approach to nutrition, integrating key lifestyle habits that support sustainable health:

  • Daily movement that fits your schedule and preferences

  • Hydration to keep your body functioning optimally

  • Sleep hygiene that supports recovery and energy

  • Meaningful relationships and strong social connections

  • Gratitude practices and emotional resilience to support mental well-being

When your nutrition is rooted in real life—and paired with these essential habits—you can thrive with clarity, energy, and confidence.

Progress over Perfection | Personalized Nutrition for All

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Expert Qualifications

When it comes to your health, trusted, evidence-based nutrition care is essential. That’s why it's important to work with a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)—a credential regulated by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.

To earn this title, RDNs must complete:

  • A specialized degree in nutrition or dietetics

  • Over 1,200 supervised practice hours in clinical, industry, and community settings

  • A nationally recognized credentialing exam

Unlike many who use the term “nutritionist,” Registered Dietitians are trained and licensed to provide medical nutrition therapy, chronic disease support, and evidence-based dietary guidance across diverse populations and conditions.

When choosing a nutrition provider, always verify their credentials to protect your health, safety, and long-term wellness. Not all certifications are created equal—and your well-being deserves qualified care.

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Why Work with a Registered Dietitian?

Choosing a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) means choosing credible, personalized, and safe nutrition care backed by science—not fads. Here’s what sets The Rooted Dietitian apart:

  • Evidence-Based Guidance
    All counseling sessions and programs are rooted in clinical nutrition science—no guesswork, no generic advice, and no reliance on poorly designed trends or studies.

  • All-Foods-Fit Philosophy
    Our approach to fat loss and weight management includes all food groups—no cutting carbs, no detoxes. Just balanced, sustainable eating that works in real life.

  • Chronic Condition Support
    Gain a deeper understanding of your diabetes, heart disease, or autoimmune condition—with real tools and strategies to improve your outcomes, not misinformation or pseudoscience.

  • Safe, Real-World Experience
    Benefit from the expertise of a provider who’s helped people of all ages improve body composition, reduce symptoms, and feel better—without disordered eating or risky methods.

  • Truly Personalized Nutrition
    Every recommendation is tailored to your goals, lifestyle, and needs—because your body is unique, and your nutrition plan should be too.

Don’t set your roots alone.