Today we’d like to introduce you to Miriam Boutte.
Hi Miriam, it’s an honor to have you on the platform. Thanks for taking the time to share your story with us – to start maybe you can share some of your backstory with our readers?
My path to becoming a dietitian has been shaped by both personal experience and a deep sense of purpose. From an early age, I became aware of how closely health and nutrition are connected—heart disease, diabetes, and cancer were prevalent in my family of origin, and those experiences sparked my curiosity about how food choices influence long-term health.
Years later, I worked in the nonprofit sector supporting caregivers of individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease. That experience gave me a deeper understanding of the emotional and physical challenges people face when caring for loved ones and reinforced my desire to help others improve their health and quality of life through practical, compassionate support.
When I transitioned into dietetics, it felt like a natural continuation of that calling—blending my passion for service with a science-based approach to health and wellness. My career began in the clinical acute care setting, where I worked closely with patients managing complex conditions such as diabetes, kidney disease, heart disease, and gastrointestinal disorders. Over time, I saw that many people needed more individualized support beyond the hospital setting, which inspired me to establish Miriam Boutte Nutrition.
Today, I help clients across Tennessee, Mississippi, and Arkansas build sustainable, evidence-based nutrition habits that fit their real lives—creating a space where food is no longer a source of stress, but a foundation for better health and well-being.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
Starting a private practice from the ground up has been both rewarding and humbling. Beyond providing care, there’s a constant learning curve in managing systems, navigating insurance, and balancing the business side of healthcare with the heart of patient care.
Another challenge has been helping clients sort through the overwhelming amount of nutrition information available today. Many come to me feeling discouraged by diet trends or conflicting advice. My goal is to simplify the process—to replace confusion with clarity and empower clients to make choices that truly support their goals.
Balancing entrepreneurship, clinical work, and family life has also required intentionality and grace. I’m a wife and mother, and those roles remind me daily of the importance of structure, flexibility, and staying grounded in purpose.
Great, so let’s talk business. Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
At Miriam Boutte Nutrition, I provide individualized medical nutrition therapy for individuals managing chronic conditions or simply wanting to feel better in their daily lives. Many of my clients come to me feeling overwhelmed—tired of trying to manage their health on their own, confused by conflicting nutrition advice, or frustrated by a lack of lasting results.
Some are navigating complex diagnoses like diabetes, kidney disease, or heart disease, and need clear, practical guidance. Others are trying to balance demanding schedules, family responsibilities, and stress while still caring for their own health. No matter their starting point, my goal is to make nutrition approachable and realistic—never rigid or intimidating.
I take time to understand each client’s health history, preferences, and daily routines so that every plan feels personal and achievable. Together, we focus on small, consistent steps that lead to meaningful progress over time.
Whether we’re improving blood sugar control, managing kidney health, addressing cardiovascular risk factors, or developing balanced meal ideas that fit a busy lifestyle, I want my clients to feel supported, understood, and empowered every step of the way.
What matters most to you? Why?
What matters most to me is creating a supportive, judgment-free space where people feel comfortable talking about food and health. I believe that lasting progress comes from understanding, not perfection.
Nutrition should never feel restrictive—it should feel like self-care. I want every client to walk away feeling more confident, more informed, and more capable of sustaining healthy habits that align with their life.
At the heart of my work is connection: connecting people to knowledge, to confidence, and to a renewed sense of balance in their health journey. Seeing that transformation is what motivates me every day.
Pricing:
- Miriam Boutte Nutrition accepts most major insurance plans, including BCBS/Anthem, Aetna, and UnitedHealthcare.
- Self-pay options are also available for clients without coverage. Rates vary depending on service type, with flexible options for single sessions, follow-ups, and package-based care.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.MiriamBoutteNutrition.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miriamboutterdn
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/miriambouttenutrition
