Martina De Bonis, Plant-Based Nutritionist
Online Vegan Dietitian in Quebec
Hello there! I'm Martina, a vegan registered dietitian and nutritionist. Below you will find some common issues that I can help you with.
Guided by personalized strategies, Martina provides accessible guidance coupled with easy, flavorful and nutritious recipes designed to effortlessly support you in reaching your desired goals in your weight loss journey.
With six years of personal veganism and professional experience as a plant-based dietitian, Martina provides holistic nutrition services, including personalized meal plans and insightful advice. She empowers individuals to optimize their health through transitioning to a vegetarian or vegan diet or enhancing current dietary choices.
Passionate about various sports such as hiking, weightlifting and rollerblading, Martina empowers individuals to enhance their endurance, strength, and recovery through plant-based nutrition, ensuring they reach their peak potential and achieve their athletic goals.
Martina, having faced almost suffering from an eating disorder as a young teen, offers guidance on fostering a balanced relationship with food, addressing disordered eating patterns, and promoting body acceptance. Through evidence-based strategies and empathetic support, she empowers individuals to heal their relationship with food, cultivate self-compassion, and embark on a journey towards lasting well-being.
Experiencing and managing digestive issues herself, Martina learned how to eat whole plant-based and gluten-free balanced meals. Drawing from my own journey and professional expertise, she provides compassionate guidance and evidence-based strategies to alleviate symptoms, optimize gut health, and restore balance through plant-based eating.
With a profound grasp of plant-based nutrition and the specific dietary needs during pregnancy and lactation, Martina provides guidance and simple strategies for optimal maternal and fetal health. She empowers individuals to nourish themselves and their growing families with confidence, compassion, and vitality throughout this transformative journey.
Toddler/ Child / Adolescent Nutrition
With a strong grasp of plant-based nutrition and child development, Martina offers tailored nutrition services to support the unique dietary needs of toddlers and children. She provides practical tips for introducing new foods and managing picky eating behaviors, fostering healthy eating habits and a positive food relationship for youngsters.
Since discovering intuitive eating, Martina significantly changed her perspective on nutrition and has found a balance between a healthy diet and a positive relationship with food. She helps individuals to reconnect with their body's natural hunger and fullness cues, cultivate a positive relationship with food, and break free from restrictive dieting cycles.
About Martina, Vegan Registered Dietitian
- Martina completed a Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition at Laval University, Quebec in 2024
- Licensed to practice as a registered dietitian and nutritionist in Quebec: #7989 Ordre des diététistes nutritionists du Québec
- She does online consultations with anyone living in Quebec
- Martina has a lot of experience with vegetarian, plant-based, and vegan diets.
Martina and Her Journey with Plant-Based Nutrition
What motivated you to become a dietitian?
Becoming a dietitian was a natural choice for me, rooted in my passion for both nutrition and helping others lead healthier lives. I have always loved cooking since I was a young teenager, and when I became vegan, well I had to learn how to cook healthy balanced-meals since vegan options were very limited in my small town. Witnessing the transformative power of food on health outcomes firsthand, I was inspired to pursue a career where I could blend my love for nutrition with my desire to make a positive impact. As a dietitian, my mission is to empower individuals with the knowledge to make informed dietary choices, guiding them toward optimal health and well-being through the power of plant-based nutrition.
When did you become plant-based?
I have been vegan since 2018!
Why are you plant-based?
As an animal lover and Registered Dietitian, compassion guides my journey of veganism for a while now. Understanding the ethical implications and realizing the potential to thrive without animal products made choosing plant-based foods a clear and compassionate decision for me. Beyond ethics, sustainability drives my dietary choices. Embracing a plant-centered diet minimizes environmental impact while providing a variety of health benefits and reducing the risk of chronic diseases.
Get the most out of your vegan lifestyle with Martina’s help!