BJ Goldman, RDN

Providing Care at Our St. Louis Park Office | Languages Spoken: English & Hebrew
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About BJ Goldman

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

BJ Goldman is a registered and licensed dietitian nutritionist (RDN) with more than 30 years of experience in clinical dietetics, nutrition research, and wellness program development. She provides evidence-based, functional medicine–focused nutrition care designed to support patients in achieving optimal health, managing medical conditions, and creating sustainable lifestyle changes.


Her expertise spans individualized nutrition counseling, chronic disease management, weight optimization, and preventive health strategies. BJ is passionate about empowering patients through education, practical tools, and ongoing support, ensuring that each nutrition plan is both effective and realistic. She has worked with diverse populations across clinical, research, and community health settings, bringing a holistic perspective to every patient interaction.

Expertise & Credentials

Clinical Focus & Services


  • Personalized nutrition therapy and counseling

  • Functional medicine–based nutrition planning

  • Weight management and body composition tracking

  • Blood sugar balance: diabetes, hypoglycemia, and insulin resistance

  • Heart health: high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and triglyceride management

  • Digestive health and inflammatory conditions

  • Kidney health and metabolic disorders

Education & Training


  • Master of Arts in Nutrition Education: Columbia University

  • Extensive professional experience across hospitals, outpatient clinics, home health, nutrition research (National Cancer Institute and Tufts University Medical School), and school wellness programs (National School Lunch Program and after-school fitness initiatives)

Professional Approach


BJ emphasizes that healthy eating is about more than calories or dieting. She integrates mindful eating, behavior change techniques, and functional nutrition strategies to guide patients toward long-term health and balance.


She is the founder of the DERECH Program (“Diet and Exercise to Reach and Enrich the Care of your Health”), which combines mindful and spiritual approaches to nutrition with practical behavior change tools. This innovative program was recognized with a Gold Level Award from the Hennepin County Human Services and Public Health Department for promoting safe and healthy lifestyles.

Appointments & Consultations

  • Call: (952) 933-8900 to schedule an appointment

  • Email: info@lifemedical.us (Use subject line: “New Patient Inquiry – BJ Goldman”)
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