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Kelly Candela, MS, RD

Functional Nutrition Coach

Kelly Candela
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**Currently out on maternity leave until July**

I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and the Director of Nutrition Coaching at Parsley Health. With over a decade of experience in the health and wellness field—nine of those years at Parsley—I have helped shape our nutrition coaching program and mentor our nationwide team of health coaches. I earned my Master of Science in Nutrition from Bastyr University, one of the country’s leading science-based natural medicine institutions, and completed my dietetic internship at Sea Mar Community Health Centers in Seattle. I’m passionate about helping individuals reconnect with their bodies, advocate for their health, and build sustainable habits that support long-term vitality.

Provider Overview

Areas of Focus

Gut & Digestive IssuesHormones & FertilityLongevity & HealthspanFertility, Pregnancy & PostpartumHeart HealthMetabolic Health NutritionPerformance & Exercise Optimization

Education & Training

  • Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
  • Master of Science in Nutrition and Didactic Program in Dietetics
  • Bastyr University
  • University of Delaware
  • The School of Applied Functional Medicine
My Approach to Care
I believe food is never just about food. It’s deeply personal and shaped by culture, family, physiology, stress, and lived experience. My approach blends clinical expertise with curiosity and compassion, helping you understand the why behind your symptoms while creating practical, realistic strategies that fit your life.
Ask me about
The latest workout I’m loving! I’m a total fitness enthusiast and am always experimenting — from strength training to endurance challenges — and I believe movement is one of the most powerful forms of medicine.
Most likely to find me
With my husband and our two little ones in the kitchen cooking up a new recipe, out on a long walk, or exploring a local park together.
Patient Testimonials
If you are looking for a very comprehensive analysis of your health with an individualized health plan, I highly recommend getting functional labs done through Parsley Health.
Vee, Parsley Health member
Three ways to start your functional medicine care
Each option offers expert guidance by our board-certified clinicians. The right place to start depends on what you already know and what you want help with next.
Start with labs
Get advanced lab testing to better understand your body and health. A Parsley clinician interprets your results and helps identify what matters most.
Pricing: Starting at $350. Self-pay only. HSA/FSA eligible.
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Already have labs?
Upload labs from any functional labs provider and schedule a lab review with a Parsley clinician, plus guidance on what to do next.
Pricing: $250 for a one-time virtual visit. Self-pay only. HSA/FSA eligible.
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Partner with a clinician and dedicated care team who support your progress over time. Available in-person in NYC and Los Angeles, and nationwide via telehealth.
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