Dilhari Gunathilaka, RD

Hi there! I’m Dr. Dilhari Gunathilaka, a registered dietitian dedicated to helping you achieve better health through balanced, sustainable nutrition.

I’ve always believed that food is more than just fuel. It has the power to heal, energize, and enhance your quality of life. My passion for nutrition stems from personal experience. Growing up, I saw how kidney disease, heart disease, and diabetes affected my own family. Though I never met my grandfather, I heard countless stories about how he suffered from kidney disease. Those stories stuck with me, reinforcing how important nutrition is in preventing and managing chronic illnesses. That’s why I made it my life’s mission to help others take control of their health before disease takes control of them.

With both undergraduate and master’s degrees from California State University Long Beach and a Doctor of Clinical Nutrition from the University of Kansas Medical Center, I have the knowledge and expertise to provide science-based, practical guidance tailored to your individual needs. My experience spans over a decade in skilled nursing facilities, where I witnessed firsthand how chronic conditions like diabetes impact not only health but also independence, mobility, and overall well-being. Seeing patients struggle with the consequences of uncontrolled diabetes motivated me to establish my private practice so I could help individuals prevent and manage these conditions before they reach a critical stage.

But here’s the thing: achieving better health doesn’t mean you have to give up the food you love. My approach is built on the philosophy that all foods fit because no single food will make or break your health. I understand how overwhelming nutritional advice can be, with new diet trends emerging every day, often promoting restriction and guilt. But good nutrition should be simple, enjoyable, and most importantly, sustainable. You don’t have to sacrifice your favorite foods or social life to achieve your health goals. Instead, I’ll help you develop a balanced, realistic way of eating that nourishes your body while fitting seamlessly into your lifestyle.

Your health journey is unique, and your nutrition plan should be too. Whether you're managing a chronic condition like diabetes, striving for weight management, or simply looking to feel your best, I provide personalized, evidence-based strategies that work for you. Every consultation is tailored to your specific needs, so you can feel confident in your food choices, enjoy your meals, and see lasting results.

It’s an incredible privilege to guide and support individuals like you in achieving better health and well-being. If you’re ready to feel better, take control of your nutrition, and build a positive relationship with food, I’d love to work with you. Let’s create a plan that not only helps you reach your goals but also allows you to enjoy life to the fullest.