Registered Dietitian × Certified Diabetes Educator × Media-Savvy Nutrition Coach
Nicole Osinga is a Canadian Registered Dietitian (RD) and Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) whose mission is to make plant‑based, protein-rich meal prep approachable, enjoyable, and grounded in science. With a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Human Nutrition from the University of Guelph and over a decade of clinical and media experience, she has carved a unique space at the intersection of evidence-based guidance, practical nutrition, and media outreach.
From Clinical Foundations to Private Practice
Nicole began her nutrition journey in hospital and long-term care settings, developing a strong foundation in managing complex health conditions and nutrition therapies. She also continues to work part-time in a community hospital, keeping one foot in traditional clinical practice. Simultaneously, she launched her private practice, Osinga Nutrition, offering individualized counseling sessions both online and in-person from Courtice, Ontario. She specializes in weight management, cardiovascular health, diabetes care, gastrointestinal issues, and athlete nutrition, drawing from her background as a marathon runner.
Expertise: High-Protein, Plant‑Based Meal Prep
- Plant‑Powered Meal Prep Authority
Referred to as a “plant‑based meal prep expert,” Nicole has built a strong reputation by sharing practical, protein-rich, plant-based meal ideas and prep techniques with her audience. She emphasizes that meal prepping doesn’t need to dominate your weekend, her tips include simple ingredient prepping, building routine habits, designing snack boxes, and utilizing freezer-friendly foods to ease weekday meal planning. - Protein Emphasis
She educates clients and followers on the importance of adequate protein for muscle repair, weight maintenance, and overall health. Nicole recommends 1.4–1.8 g per kg bodyweight, especially for active individuals, and promotes consistent protein intake, with each meal ideally containing 20–30 g . - Balance and Practicality
Nicole builds her guidance around whole foods, minimal processing, and mindful, intuitive eating. She advocates swapping meat with legumes and protein alternatives, pairing carbohydrates and protein, and choosing fiber‑rich meals like baked chickpea‑based pasta, tempeh‑quinoa bowls, and overnight oat breakfasts.
Media Reach & Educational Influence
Nicole’s impact extends far beyond her private clients. She’s a prominent media figure and digital creator:
- She’s amassed a substantial social media following, over 115,000 and growing, on Instagram, where she shares recipes, tips, and meal prep videos with high production value and personal flair.
- She’s regularly featured on Canadian TV, Global Morning Show, CTV, W Network, and Rogers TV—and is a go-to expert in print media, including the Toronto Star.
- She contributes expert content to platforms like The Beet, speaking regularly on topics like whole-food plant-based nutrition, media literacy in diet culture, and family food dynamics.
Nicole demonstrates ease and professionalism in media settings. She prepares talking points, engages hosts with fun segment ideas, and handles live broadcasting cross‑overs with grace, even laughing off minor slip-ups, offering valuable lessons for fellow dietitians .
Client-Centric, Science-Based, and Engaging
Her private practice is praised for being deeply personalized and action-oriented. Clients describe her as knowledgeable, supportive, and capable of crafting meal plans that align with individual needs, whether they’re navigating celiac disease, body composition goals, or managing chronic conditions .
Beyond meal plans, Nicole offers group workshops, speaking engagements, and an ebook, “Plant-Based Meal Prep Master Plan”, featuring over 76 recipes with grocery lists and nutrient breakdowns.
Approachable, Empowering, and Current
Nicole champions a balanced, enjoyable approach to nutrition. Her philosophy includes gratitude journaling, morning movement routines (running, yoga), and nourishing breakfasts, like oats with nuts and dried fruit—to boost energy, immunity, and mood.
A trusted resource praised on platforms like Reddit, she’s recognized as a knowledgeable and effective plant-based coach who avoids relying on processed substitutes, even offering virtual support to international clients via health spending accounts .
Looking Ahead: Maternity Leave & Limited Availability
Beginning May 2025, Nicole has started a maternity leave through September/October 2025. During this time, she’s accepting a limited number of new clients, with preference to current ones. She remains active, sharing recipes, blog content, and meal prep tips, even while nurturing her growing family.
Conclusion
Nicole Osinga integrates academic rigor, clinical insight, and creative communication to deliver a modern, plant‑forward nutrition approach. Whether simplifying weekday meal preparation, demystifying protein myths, or guiding clients through life transitions like diabetes management or postpartum periods, she brings warmth, evidence, and empowerment to her work. Through her multi‑channel presence—from one‑on‑one counseling to high‑energy media segments, Nicole is helping reshape how people view plant‑based nutrition: not as restrictive, but as sustainable, protein-packed, and deeply satisfying.
