Hi, I'm Cristina Montoya
Registered Dietitian. Autoimmune Warrior. Gut-Health Lover.
I specialize in anti-inflammatory and gut-friendly nutrition for women living with autoimmune rheumatic diseases, especially Sjögren's Disease and Rheumatoid Arthritis—because I live with them too.
Rooted in evidence and shaped by lived experience, I guide you toward sustainable eating and lifestyle habits that complement your treatment, helping to ease inflammation and manage fatigue, joint pain, and digestive discomfort so that you can feel more like you again.
Cristina Montoya RD
Owner and Founder of the Arthritis Dietitian
I'm Cristina, a Registered Dietitian in Canada and Colombia. I'm also a person living with Sjögren's and RA.
I'm passionate about helping women with Sjögren's and Rheumatoid Arthritis to adopt a non-restrictive anti-inflammatory lifestyle while supporting their gut health.
Daniela Yepes Yepes Coordinator of the Arthritis Dietitian Programs en Español
I'm Daniela, Nutritionist Dietitian from the University of Antioquia, Colombia based in Toronto.
I'm passionate about intuitive eating and fostering a healthy relationship with food. I believe in the power of foods to nourish the body and soul.
I'm excited to join the Arthritis Dietitian's team to expand our services to the Spanish-speaking community.
Who works with me?
You are in the right place if...
✔️ You live with Sjögren’s Disease and RA, or another autoimmune condition and want to start an anti-inflammatory journey and optimize your gut health.
✔️ You live with Sjogren's Disease and experience digestive issues from "gum-to-bum," dry mouth, difficulty swallowing, gastro-esophageal reflux, constipation, diarrhea or other gut-related issues.
✔️ You want to feel better without perfectionism or unattainable restrictions.
✔️ You feel overwhelmed by fatigue and pain.
✔️ You’re ready for compassionate, evidence-based support
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What people say about the Arthritis Dietitian
I highly recommend Cristina and her services. She will really take the time to get to know you and give you the attention and time you need to find a solution to your problem
G.M. A person living with Sjogren's
Working with Cristina helped me understand how to eat healthier with my rheumatoid arthritis.
She answered many of my questions that only someone with clinical training and lived experience could answer.
I was so fortunate to be in Cristina Montoya’s beta group for her incredible program.
This program had the perfect amount of information given in enough time to digest it, put it into practice, and form new healthy habits.
N.E. A person living with Lupus
The Low FODMAP Diet for Sjogren’s was the best presentation on something related to Sjogren's that I've ever attended. Practical, useful advice, rooted in science. You are an approachable and good presenter.
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