Monica Cengia, RD

I met with monica Cengia in December 2021. I was recovering from nearly dying from Covid. I was over 405 pounds when I went into hospital. I found monica and she checked all the boxes for me. Certified in multiple areas. She had play food out so I could visualize portions and how to balance a plate. She made a plan for me based on type of foods I love. I asked questions and she was wonderful breaking down answers and teaching me the tools to change my life. Fast forward 19 months I have lost 187 lbs! I went back to her recently to revise my plan to fit me where I am today! I'm very grateful that I found her. She literally changed my life! Highly recommend!!

Because my labs showed I was prediabetic and I also had abnormal cholesterol levels, being an RN, I knew I wanted to see someone who was a “real”, licensed dietitian with clinical experience to guide me to live a healthier and longer life. My PCP recommended Monica. Monica was very professional and was very prepared for our appointment. Her credentials and many years of clinical experience is quite impressive. She came up with an individualized diet for me and reviewed it with me, had many helpful booklets and handouts, and had food container samples of healthier options for me. She explained things in a way I could understand and was very patient with the many questions I had. I learned so much and have been eating much healthier. I feel better, have more energy, and have lost weight and inches. I would highly recommend Monica!

I was provided with a lot of very useful information that is very up to date.

Monica is extremely thorough, informative, and professional. I learned things I had never been aware of before, even after years of dieting. She was well-prepared for our session, organized, and kind in her approach. I have a serious weight issue as well as diabetes in our family. Monica went 'above and beyond' to provide guidance that would allow me to set reasonable healthy goals. After our in-person session, I was motivated. Thank you, Monica, for your continued support and for your wealth of information. You are a blessing in my life!

Monica was extremely helpful as I try to balance diabetes with pancreas issues.

We visited Monica about several gastrointestinal concerns that my son had that he suspected were related to his diet. She listened and explained so well and provided detailed notes and guidance for him to refer to. She cleared up misconceptions he had from trying to google everything. He has improved so much since his visit and has gotten a handle in his symptoms—improving his overall outlook on life. Thanks!

Monica provided thorough, specific, and helpful instructions in making changes to my eating habits.

Good info. Thank you.

I went to Monica after learning that I had impaired fasting glucose and elevated ha1c (indicating prediabetes). I wanted to reverse the condition before it became diabetes. Monica gave me thorough information about healthy eating. She was caring, attentive, and knowledgably. She took my active lifestyle and food preferences when making recommendations. Thanks to Monica, 2 months after my visit with her, my prediabetes went away (evidenced by fasting glucose and ha1c) as a result of following her recommendations.

I’m grateful to Monica Cengia. She is the real thing: a highly trained, licensed, and knowledgeable nutritionist. She provided me with a wealth of information relevant to my condition and offered lots of tips to make changing my diet possible and even enjoyable.

In January 2021 I was referred to Monica Cengia by my physician due to being 25 lbs overweight and blood work was alarmingly high in the areas of cholesteral and glucose. The consult with Monica was very comprehensive and focused on the areas of concern. She educated me on the various food groups and provided me a roadmap for success that includes my diet and walking 3 miles/day. I couldn't be more thrilled as I've lost 22 lbs and I feel fantastic. Thanks Monica!!

After years of painful worsening IBS, and being told by Dr’s “There’s nothing that can be done”, I was pretty despondent, and basically afraid to eat anything. Thank goodness I met with Monica! She was SO helpful getting me started on the very complicated low-FODMAP diet, and went out of her way to give me hope and help for a pain-free life. Her expert guidance made an overwhelming affliction truly manageable for the first time in 30 years. THANK YOU, MONICA!!!

HIGHLY RECOMMEND! Monica carefully explained my condition (obesity & elevated blood sugar), the impacts to my long term health if left untreated, and what I could expect by following the food plan she developed for me. She asked about my current eating (what/when) and exercise habits, as well as my goals for the appointment - basically what did I want to accomplish. When reviewing the food plan with me, she showed me how it met each of my goals. I am thrilled to have a plan that is easy to follow and provides flexibility and choices. I love that I'm not limited to "diet food". I am steadily losing weight, while feeling satisfied. This isn't a diet - it is a plan for healthy eating that is easily sustainable for life. Monica followed up after a couple days to answer any questions I had (I did have a few), and then again after several weeks to check on my progress. I'm looking forward to my next blood test, to see the change in blood sugar that I know will be there.

Her recommendations have enabled me to loose a significant amount of weight and has significantly reduced my A1C and GERD symptoms. I would highly recommend her if you are struggling with similar issues.

Monica was quite informative and helped me achieve my weight loss goal. She designed a diet plan that was unique to me which made it much easier for me to follow. She gives helpful hints and provides very good follow-up with her patients. I highly recommend her as a dietician.

Very good listener, and highly knowledgeable

We wanted to understand how we integrate heart-healthy and diabetic friendly meal plan and feel full and satisfied. Monica was helpful and resourceful, without preaching. We are on our way to healthier eating.

Monica was wonderful! Very patient and thorough in helping me map out a healthy diet that was both realistic and easy to follow.

Very helpful navigating Celiac Disease and Colitis. This was a new diagnosis for me and she provided good materials. The information on Apps was especially useful. She also offered some samples of gluten free foods.

Monica has been very helpful in providing information around my diet restrictions. I have followed up w/ her several times via phone or office visit and plan to continue so I can reach and maintain my goals. Providing meal suggestions, educating me on balancing my diet between carbs, fats, proteins, and reviewing labels of various foods are some of the consultation she provides. I have maintained a low sodium diet and also have lost 30 pounds over the past 6 months. I sincerely appreciate all the advice Monica has provided.