BRIGITTE
BUDION
Registered Dietitian
Masters of Science in Nutrition
Owner & Founder of Lemon Zest Nutrition
Fresh Takes on Real Nutrition
🍋 About Me
Hi, I’m Brigitte Budion, MSN, RDN – Registered Dietitian & founder of Lemon Zest Nutrition.
I created this space to offer a fresh, realistic, and personalized approach to wellness. My goal? To help you feel empowered in your body, confident in your choices, and supported every step of the way. With a background in medical nutrition therapy, women’s health, gut health, and performance nutrition, I take a whole-person approach to care—blending evidence-based strategies with intuitive tools and a little bit of zest! Whether you’re navigating hormone changes, chronic digestive issues, weight concerns, or just want to feel better, you’re in the right place.
Here’s what you can expect when working with me:
Collaborative care rooted in holistic care, not shame
Flexible, real-world strategies that actually fit your life
Support for your whole self: mind, body, and metabolism
Let’s rebuild your relationship with food and body from the inside out—together.
My Story, My Why
I hold a dual Bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience and Psychology from the University of Cincinnati, a Bachelor’s in Nutrition from the University of Houston, and a Master’s in Nutrition from Texas Woman’s University. This diverse academic foundation allows me to approach nutrition with both a scientific and compassionate lens.
My clinical experience spans long-term care, acute care, outpatient services (adults and pediatrics), and durable medical equipment nutrition support, including adult and pediatric tube feeding. I also bring personal and professional insight into sports nutrition, performance fueling, and competition prep.
But what truly shapes my work is my lived experience.
I grew up struggling with my weight and battled anorexia and bulimia as a teenager. I know firsthand how complex our relationships with food and body can be. That journey taught me that healing isn’t linear—and that sustainable wellness comes from a place of compassion, not control.
Today, I’m passionate about helping others achieve their nutrition goals in a way that honors the body and supports the mind. Whether you’re navigating medical nutrition therapy, working toward body trust, or just want to feel more at peace with food—I’m here to guide you with empathy, science, and a little bit of zest.
You deserve care that listens, honors, and supports your whole self.
🌿 Let’s start with a session designed just for you.
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At Lemon Zest Nutrition, we proudly partner with select insurance plans to make your wellness journey accessible.
Seeing Clients In the Following States:
AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, HI, ID, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY
Insurance accepted:
Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, Select Health, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)
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🍋 Services at Lemon Zest Nutrition
Fresh takes on real nutrition—personalized for you.
Whether you're looking for nutrition therapy, gut healing, hormone balance, or a deeper connection to your body, my services are designed to meet you where you are—with compassion, science, and a little zest.
đź’› Nutrition Consultations
Initial Assessment — $150
A 60-minute deep dive into your health history, symptoms, lifestyle, and goals. Includes a personalized plan to help you feel confident and clear on your next steps.
Follow-Up Session — $100
45-minute check-in to review progress, adjust your plan, and keep your goals sustainable and realistic.
Mini Check-In (Messaging Support) — $40
Quick check-in via secure messaging for established clients who need accountability, tweaks, or motivation between sessions.
đź’› Custom Nutrition Support
1-Week Meal Plan — $50
Personalized, flexible, and easy to follow. Includes meals, snacks, grocery list, and prep tips.
2-Week Meal Plan — $75
Perfect if you want variety with structure. Includes two full weeks of meals, batch prep ideas, and shopping support.
Recipe Bundle (5–7 Recipes) — $50
Custom recipes made just for you—based on your dietary needs, cooking skill, and flavor preferences. Includes nutrition info and easy instructions.
Educational Handout (PDF) — $25
Want to better understand what’s happening in your body? I’ll create a custom, digestible handout on any topic you need: gut health, hormones, blood sugar, intuitive eating, and more.
Symptom Tracker / Food-Mood Journal — $30
Personalized printable tracker to support conditions like IBS, fatigue, blood sugar swings, and more.
🌿 Add-On Wellness Services
GI Support Protocol — $75
Tailored support for IBS, reflux, bloating, or elimination diets. Includes sample meal ideas, lifestyle tips, and product suggestions.
Hormone Health Plan — $75
For PCOS, perimenopause, GLP-1 offboarding, and more. Includes nutrition strategies, optional supplement ideas, and symptom support.
Intuitive Eating & Body Image Coaching — $90
A 45-minute session to support emotional eating, body trust, and healing your relationship with food—free from shame.
Mind-Body Nutrition Add-On — $40
Includes breathwork, somatic tools, nervous system regulation practices, and reflection prompts to support your wellness journey from the inside out.
💛 You don’t have to do this alone.
When you're ready, I’m here to support you with a plan that honors your body, your goals, and your life.
Please contact Brigitte@LemonZestNutrition.com to get started 🍋
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My Wellness protocols are personalized roadmaps designed to support your body’s natural healing processes. They offer structure—but not rigidity—guiding you with intention, clarity, and compassion.
At Lemon Zest Nutrition, protocols are never “one-size-fits-all.” Instead, they’re created with your whole self in mind—body, mind, lifestyle, and lived experience.
Disclaimer
The information provided in this guide is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace personalized medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with your healthcare provider, including your physician and pharmacist, before starting any new supplements, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, have a medical condition, or are taking medications.Lemon Zest Nutrition and Brigitte Budion, RDN, LDN are not responsible for any adverse effects or consequences resulting from the use of any suggestions, supplements, or procedures discussed.🍋 Real Results. Fresh Perspectives.
At Lemon Zest Nutrition, it’s not just about what you eat—it’s about how you feel.
Here’s what some of our amazing clients have shared about their journey toward a brighter, more balanced relationship with food, wellness, and—most importantly—their true selves. 💛
