Julia D’Amelio DCN, MS, RDN, LDN shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.
Julia, a huge thanks to you for investing the time to share your wisdom with those who are seeking it. We think it’s so important for us to share stories with our neighbors, friends and community because knowledge multiples when we share with each other. Let’s jump in: Would YOU hire you? Why or why not?
I would! One of the reasons I am most proud of the work I provide is because I meet my clients where they are. I focus on real conversations rather than moving down a generic checklist of provider questions. This helps illicit more information, as well as builds more trust. I think I do a great job at educating clients on the science that backs their individual intervention, as well as making sure that my clients 100% understand the topics we cover. I am also available to my clients at any point in between sessions via messaging, which serves as another layer of accountability and dependability. I am proud of the work I provide!
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
My name is Julia D’Amelio, I am a board certified Registered Dietitian with a Doctorate in Clinical Nutrition. I own a private practice where I meet with clients one on one to achieve weight loss and optimal digestive health – though I still seeing patients with goals outside of these two arenas as well. My brand represents health at its core. My philosophy promotes whole food intake, daily movement, and stress management as our three pillars of health. I think what makes my brand unique is that I promote real food, not big brands. Under my care, you know it’s the real deal!
Amazing, so let’s take a moment to go back in time. What’s a moment that really shaped how you see the world?
A moment that really shaped how I see the world was realizing that competence alone doesn’t create impact—ownership does. Early in my career, I worked hard, followed best practices, and waited for the ‘right time’ or external validation to step forward. But the turning point came when I stopped outsourcing responsibility for my growth and started making decisive choices—advocating for my ideas, setting boundaries, and building something that aligned with my values rather than fitting into an existing mold. That shift changed how I view challenges: instead of obstacles, I see systems to improve and opportunities to lead. It taught me that progress—personally and professionally—comes from clarity, accountability, and the willingness to act before everything feels perfectly ready.
When did you stop hiding your pain and start using it as power?
Since I could remember, I feel everything so deeply. It’s my Pisces nature! With deep emotions comes a level of pain, and for some time I got lost in that storm. What ultimately helped me settle into a new headspace was learning to own my emotions. I stopped hiding my pain when I realized that suppressing my emotions was actually limiting me, not protecting me as it may have at one point in my life. What once felt like vulnerability became a source of strength, helping me make better decisions, connect more authentically with others, and lead with confidence. Turning pain into power wasn’t about ignoring it—it was about understanding it and using it as fuel for growth.
So a lot of these questions go deep, but if you are open to it, we’ve got a few more questions that we’d love to get your take on. What are the biggest lies your industry tells itself?
(1) There is one best diet for everyone, (2) Supplements can replace fundamentals, and (3) Perfection is achievable—and necessary. First off, human biology is wildly individual. Genetics, gut microbiome, hormones, culture, stress, sleep, trauma, finances, and access all shape how someone responds to food. Yet the industry repeatedly pushes absolutes—keto is best, plant-based is best, low-fat is best—because certainty sells better than nuance. The truth? There are patterns that work for many, but personalization is everything. Second, the industry loves a pill, powder, or protocol because it scales and sells. But no supplement fixes: chronic under-eating, poor sleep, high stress, Inadequate protein or fiber, or a dysregulated nervous system. Bottom line is this: supplements should support a solid foundation, not substitute for it. Finally, the industry sells an illusion of control: perfect macros, perfect gut, perfect labs, and perfect discipline. This keeps people chasing instead of living. Health is dynamic, messy, and seasonal. Progress beats perfection every time!
Okay, so before we go, let’s tackle one more area. If you knew you had 10 years left, what would you stop doing immediately?
WAITING! I think waiting is one of the most socially accepted ways we avoid living fully. Waiting for the perfect timing, the perfect circumstances, or the perfect version of ourselves often keeps meaningful ideas, relationships, and momentum on pause indefinitely. I would stop waiting to move somewhere that aligns with the life I want to live, stop waiting to begin projects that reflect my purpose, and stop waiting to take risks that feel aligned but uncomfortable. Experience has taught me that there is never a ‘perfect’ time—there is only clarity, courage, and commitment. Knowing time was finite would sharpen my focus and push me to act with intention rather than hesitation. I would focus more on progress over perfection and impact over comfort, trusting that action—even imperfect action—is what creates growth, momentum, and meaning.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.reviveandrenew.co
- Instagram: @reviveandrenew.co
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-damelio/
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@asilhouettedream
