Nutrition support through structured Dietitian services
Celebrating 18 Years in Private Practice
2008 – 2026
Experience & Expertise
Three Categories of Dietitian Services
1. Routine, Chronic Disease & Hormonal Health
Routine Health (healthy eating, weight management, high blood sugar/cholesterol, prenatal nutrition), chronic disease management (type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, obesity, etc.), nutrition support with GLP-1 medications, and hormonal health (PMOS / PCOS, Menopause management, hypothyroidism / Hashimoto’s)
2. Digestive Health
Packages for those newly diagnosed with IBD (Crohn’s, colitis), SIBO, celiac disease, and long-standing IBS. Find symptom relief and the confidence to choose the most suitable foods.
3. Therapeutic Diets
Therapeutic Ketogenic diets (3:1, 2:1) for physical & mental health, dietary support for hEDS, MCAS, POTS, histamine intolerance
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Joy Erdile, MSc, RD/RDN
Private Practice since 2008
Name: Joy Y. Erdile, MSc, RD
Role: Dietitian at BetterByDesign Nutrition Ltd.
Specialties: Chronic Disease Management, Hormonal Health, GLP-1 nutrition support, Digestive Health, Therapeutic Diets
Experience: Personalized nutrition support since 2008
Service Areas: Coquitlam, Tri-Cities & Lower Mainland, across BC, Alberta, and Ontario
Approach: Individualized, cost-effective, structured services, multicultural Meal Plan design
Education: M.Sc. Human Nutrition (UBC, 2008), B.Sc. Nutritional Science (McGill University)
Research: Published researcher; recent presentations at the University of Toronto, Diabetes Canada
Licensing: Colleges of Dietitians of British Columbia, Ontario & Alberta
PRICING: Outlined on the Intake and Service Option Form (see Book an Appointment tab)
✔ Learn the details about Joy on the About Me page.
“I believe there is no one-size-fits-all approach to improving health. I tailor every Meal Plan to your specific needs—including cultural practices and time limitations—enabling you to improve your health without the need to prepare separate meals from your family.”
1. Routine Health, Chronic Disease Management & Hormonal Health
Comprehensive Dietary Package
In-depth clinical assessment, individualized Meal Plan, nutrition education, and follow-up visits. Focus on healthy eating, weight management, improving blood sugar, cholesterol, and blood pressure, etc.
GLP-1 Nutrition Support Package
Nutrition support for clients using GLP-1 medications for weight loss and who want to maintain their lean body mass and bone mass, and ensure adequate nutrient intake through healthy eating.
Prenatal Nutrition Package
Nutrition support through all three trimesters of pregnancy.
Menopause Management Package
Structured nutrition support for menopause-related health goals.
Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS) Package
Previously called the PCOS Package. Targeting metabolic health, reducing symptoms, supporting weight management, and improving the likelihood of conception for those planning a pregnancy.
Hypothyroid Management Package (including Hashimoto’s)
Emphasis is on sustainable weight management and ensuring adequate dietary intake of nutrients essential for converting inactive thyroid hormones into their active form.
2. Digestive Health Services
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Package
Utilizes a Time-Food-Time-Symptom journal to identify specific food triggers.
Low FODMAP Diet Package
Systematically implements the Low FODMAP diet in three stages.
Celiac Disease Management Package
Provides complete teaching for those newly diagnosed with celiac disease, and for advanced support.
Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) Package
Provides dietary support before, during, and after antimicrobial treatment.
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Package
Designed for individuals newly diagnosed with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis.
3. Therapeutic Diets
Therapeutic Ketogenic Diets
Specialized therapeutic ketogenic diets as adjunct therapy in specific mental and physical health conditions.
hEDS, MCAS & POTS Support
Individualized clinical dietary management tailored for Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (hEDS), Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), and Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS).
Want to Meet to Discuss Your Needs?
The Initial Consultation is designed to meet, to discuss your goals and health background, and help you select the most appropriate and cost-effective service.
Any remaining time can be “banked” for follow-up services when taking any of our packages.
“Both Sides of the Clinical Desk”
Drawing on 18 years of private practice clinical experience, my approach is to provide empathetic support that is also rooted in lived experience in:
Virtual Dietitian Telehealth Practice
Our FAQs page answers questions about booking, benefits, and payment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What services does Dietitian Joy Erdile of BetterByDesign Nutrition provide?
A: Joy provides Routine Services for eating healthier, weight management, support for high blood sugar and cholesterol, chronic disease management for type 2 diabetes, fatty liver and obesity (including support with GLP-1 medications), and Hormonal Health (PMOS / PCOS, menopause management, hypothyroidism / Hashimoto’s). She also provides Digestive Health Services for those newly diagnosed with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) (Crohn’s, colitis), SIBO, celiac disease, and long-standing IBS, and Therapeutic Diets, including therapeutic ketogenic diets and specialized medical nutrition therapies for MCAS, hEDS, and POTS.
Q: Where can I find out about the cost of BBDNutrition’s services?
A: The Intake and Service Option Form lists the cost of all of BBDNutrition’s services and can be downloaded from the Book an Appointment tab.
Q: In which Canadian provinces is Joy Erdile licensed to practice?
A: Joy Erdile provides virtual Dietitian services across British Columbia, Alberta, and Ontario and holds active professional memberships in the regulatory colleges of each province.
Q: Is a medical referral required, and are services subject to tax?
A: No doctor’s referral is required to access care at BetterByDesign Nutrition. Furthermore, all Registered Dietitian services are 100% GST-exempt.
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