About

Melinda Benz, RDN (she/her/hers) is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist in Colorado with a virtual nutrition private practice specializing in plant-rich nutrition and vegan lifestyle.

Melinda’s goal is to provide practical, evidence-based vegan nutrition education. She collaborates with her clients to implement personalized dietary changes that help them feel more confident in their food choices and incorporate more plant foods into their daily routine.

She brings an enthusiastic and down-to-earth approach to nutrition science and advocates for making plant-based eating more fun and fulfilling while meeting nutritional needs.

Melinda works with adult Colorado residents in her nutrition private practice. If you’re seeking nutritional guidance and support, whether you are vegan, vegetarian, or looking to incorporate more plant-based meals into your eating routine, please feel free to reach out to schedule a free 20-minute discovery call!

Melinda is also available for speaking engagements for organizations, including employee wellness and professional conferences, plant-based events, and community centers. She presented at VegFest Colorado in 2023, 2024, and 2025, and regularly gives Lunch and Learn nutrition presentations at the Longmont Senior Center.

You can learn more about Melinda’s nutrition services at MelindaBenz.com. Additionally, you can visit her YouTube channel, Connected Vegan Dietitian, to access educational content on various plant-based and vegan nutrition topics.

Melinda Benz, RDN is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with a virtual nutrition private practice specializing in plant-based and vegan lifestyles.