Welcome to Kelly E. Powers Nutrition
A place for those seeking supportive, personalized solutions to help them stress less about food while reaching their health goals.
It’s our mission is to empower you to cultivate a positive and sustainable relationship with food, helping you move away from diet culture towards lasting wellness.
We believe in a practical, compassionate approach that helps you build a positive, lasting relationship with food. One that empowers you to listen to your needs, nourish your body, and feel grounded in your everyday choices. It’s not about trends or restriction—it’s about creating space for sustainable habits, self-worth, and joy. From taking time to savor what’s in season to finding small moments of ease in a busy day, we’re here to support change that feels natural and meaningful. This is about more than what’s on your plate—it’s about how you care for yourself, without guilt or overwhelm.
Kelly Powers, MA, RDN
Kelly is a registered dietitian and culinary nutritionist with over 10 years of experience. Her love for whole foods, simple recipes, and quality ingredients blossomed while living and studying in Italy. Since returning from Rome, she’s helped hundreds of people reach their health and weight goals while also improving their relationship with food.
Having trained under a chef, Kelly possesses a unique combination of knowledge, experience, and education, allowing her to help her clients make true and lasting change. Her approach focuses on helping clients make sustainable and manageable lifestyle changes, ultimately fostering a joyful and nourishing connection with food.
Qualifications and experience
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN), #86006885
Master of Art (MA) in Food Studies – Sustainable Production and Consumption from the American University of Rome, Italy
Dietetic Internship and Graduate Certificate in Nutrition and Dietetics from San Francisco State University
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Dietetics from San Francisco State University
Worked as the Lead Dietitian at a residential eating disorder clinic in the Bay Area
Leader in Mediterranean diet nutrition
Specialized in recipe and meal plan development, eating disorder recovery, sustainable behavior change, family nutrition, and weight management
Former private chef and kitchen manager
Owner of Kelly E. Powers Nutrition
Founder of Weeknight Dinners
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Francesca Monti, MA, RDN
Francesca is a registered dietitian who's passionate about helping people develop a healthy and sustainable relationship with food. Growing up in an Italian household, she learned that food is about so much more than just fuel—it's deeply connected to tradition, community, and joy. This early appreciation for whole foods is the foundation of her Mediterranean-inspired nutrition philosophy, which emphasizes balance, sustainability, and satisfaction.
With a diverse professional background spanning private practice, hospitals, and sports nutrition, Francesca is well-equipped to guide clients through a wide range of nutritional needs, including managing diabetes, improving heart health, addressing digestive issues, and supporting overall wellness. Her approach focuses on helping clients make sustainable and manageable lifestyle changes, ultimately fostering a joyful and nourishing connection with food.
Qualifications and experience
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN), #86359040
Master of Art (MA) in Family and Consumer Sciences from San Francisco State University
Dietetic Internship and Graduate Certificate in Nutrition and Dietetics from San Francisco State University
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Dietetics from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
Specializes in personalized nutrition plans, general wellness, weight management, and sustainable behavior change
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WHY THE MEDITERRANEAN DIET?
The Mediterranean diet is a well-researched dietary pattern associated with reduced risk of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, certain cancers, and cognitive decline. It emphasizes high intake of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and olive oil; moderate consumption of fish, poultry, and dairy; and limited intake of red meat, refined carbohydrates, and added sugars. The Mediterranean diet is also rich in fiber, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory nutrients, supporting overall metabolic and chronic disease prevention.
The Mediterranean diet is balanced, sustainable, non-restrictive, and delicious. More than just a diet, it’s a sustainable lifestyle that supports long-term health, longevity, and enjoyment of food.
If you’re looking for more support, we offer 1:1 nutrition support to individuals, couples, and families. We also offer in-home support in San Diego and San Francisco. Additionally, we run a quarterly group program called Realistic Wellness. If you’re interested in learning more, book a free call. We’d love to support you.