Real food and real support, from your own Jersey kitchen.
Stacy Roberts-Davis, RD, LDN is a culinary registered dietitian with more than 18 years of experience. Through virtual sessions, she helps New Jersey adults before, during and after cancer treatment, and the caregivers who cook for them, plan meals around side effects, ease food fears and enjoy eating again.
A cancer (oncology) dietitian is a registered dietitian who helps people eat well before, during and after cancer treatment. That includes planning meals around nutrition-impact symptoms such as appetite loss, nausea and taste changes, and helping you work to prevent unintended weight and muscle loss. The National Cancer Institute notes that malnutrition is linked to more treatment side effects and lower quality of life. A dietitian supports your oncology team’s plan and never replaces it.
Source: National Cancer Institute, Nutrition in Cancer Care (PDQ®).
The American Cancer Society estimates about 60,740 New Jerseyans will be diagnosed with cancer in 2026. Many of the most common types, and the treatments used for them, can affect appetite, digestion and energy.
New Jersey is also home to Rutgers Cancer Institute in New Brunswick, the state’s only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, along with many hospital cancer programs. Whatever your care team looks like, a dietitian can help with the food side of treatment.
Source: American Cancer Society, Cancer Facts & Figures 2026. Model-based estimates, rounded to the nearest 10.
Federal cancer researchers describe nutrition as an important part of cancer care. Here is what the evidence shows, in plain language.
Malnutrition is commonStudies report malnutrition in roughly 30% to 85% of people with cancer, depending on cancer type and stage.
It can affect how treatment feelsMalnutrition is linked to more treatment side effects and lower quality of life.
Weight alone doesn’t tell the storyMuscle loss and malnutrition can happen at any body weight, including in people with a higher BMI.
Earlier support is betterExperts recommend screening for nutrition risk and referral to a registered dietitian early, before problems build up.
Source: National Cancer Institute, Nutrition in Cancer Care (PDQ®), Health Professional Version.
New Jersey’s rules for dietitians are still being put in place. Here’s a plain-English summary so you know what to look for.
New Jersey enacted P.L.2019, c.331, which created licenses for dietitian nutritionists and nutritionists and protects titles such as “dietitian” and “nutritionist.”
The law created a State Board of Dietetics and Nutrition within the Division of Consumer Affairs to oversee licensure.
As of this page’s last update, the Board says licensure is not available yet while it drafts regulations. Licensure will be required after the regulations are adopted.
New Jersey grows more than 100 kinds of fruits, vegetables and herbs, and the Jersey Fresh label marks produce grown in the state. These general ideas are a starting point to talk through with your dietitian and care team.
Asparagus, leafy greens, herbs and early strawberries.
TryFresh herbs and a squeeze of lemon can add flavor when taste changes make food bland.
Blueberries, peaches, Jersey tomatoes and sweet corn.
TryChilled smoothies or yogurt bowls may feel easier on hot days or when you feel queasy.
Cranberries, apples, squash and root vegetables.
TryRoasted, soft vegetables and warm grain bowls are easy to batch-cook for the week.
Stored apples and squash, plus frozen local berries.
TryKeep a few easy pantry and freezer meals ready for snowy days and low-energy weeks.
Parkway traffic, NJ Transit rides, long infusion days and busy households are real. A dietitian helps you plan for the day you actually have.
Whether you drive the Turnpike or Parkway or take NJ Transit to appointments in New Brunswick, Newark, Philadelphia or New York City, pack an easy snack and a drink before you leave.
Ask your clinic what you can bring into the infusion or waiting area, and plan small, frequent bites that sit well with you.
Hot, humid days raise fluid needs. Keep water with you, and ask your team what hydration goal is right for your treatment.
Keep a short list of shelf-stable and freezer meals that fit your plan, so a nor’easter or a tired week doesn’t derail eating.
Choose personal coaching, self-paced learning or ongoing community support. Not sure which fits? Start with a free 20-minute call.
Personalized 1-on-1 counseling with unlimited chat access between sessions.
Build kitchen skills while you learn how food supports your health.
Hand-curated meal plans from Stacy that take the stress out of “what’s for dinner?”
A resource library, customizable meal plans and monthly chats with fellow thrivers.
A hydration program with group meetings, one-on-one guidance, videos and easy recipes.
No traffic, no parking garage, no extra trip on treatment week.
Pick a time online for a 20-minute nutrition strategy call.
Talk about your diagnosis, treatment stage, symptoms and the foods you like.
Receive meal ideas and recipes that fit your energy, budget and kitchen.
Update your plan as your needs change, with chat support in coaching programs.
There is a lot of conflicting food advice online. Here’s what trusted sources say.
Use this quick scorecard when you compare oncology nutrition providers.
Stacy is a food-loving culinary registered dietitian, cancer caregiver, wife and boy mom. A Northeast native who grew up on Long Island, she has been a Registered Dietitian for over 18 years and helps people with cancer and their caregivers make healthier choices without guilt. Her motto is simple: “Eat Real Food.”
See her interviews on the press & media page. Stacy also supports clients through our cancer dietitian in New York, cancer dietitian in Florida and cancer dietitian in Texas pages.
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Stacy is a lovely, supportive, upbeat person who is very adept at helping find solutions to eating problems. Her coaching was invaluable in getting me to the next level of eating and achieving independence from tube feeding. Thank you Stacy!!
Alan B.I am so thankful to have found such a kind, compassionate, knowledgeable, and nonjudgmental dietitian. I owe everything I know about healthy eating and cooking to Stacy. She has amazing suggestions and tips that are realistic and doable!
Kimberly C.You are my angel! Because of you I can eat and able to be healthy again. Thank you!
Orietta D.…I just wanted to thank you again for all your guidance. I’m so fortunate to have found you!
Rosey B.Testimonials reflect individual client experiences. Results vary from person to person and are not guaranteed.
Because sessions are online, you can meet with Stacy from home, wherever you live in the state.
From Bergen, Hudson and Essex to Morris, Passaic, Sussex and Warren counties.
Middlesex, Monmouth, Mercer, Somerset, Union, Hunterdon and Ocean counties.
Camden, Burlington, Gloucester, Atlantic, Cape May, Cumberland and Salem counties.
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Get practical, personalized nutrition support from a culinary registered dietitian, right from home. Your free 20-minute strategy call is the first step.
Medical disclaimer: The information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not medical advice and does not replace diagnosis or treatment from your physician or oncology team. Nutrition services support, but do not replace, medical cancer treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, exercise or supplements. Reading this page does not create a provider–client relationship. Stacy Roberts-Davis holds the Registered Dietitian (RD) credential and a Florida Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist (LDN) license and provides services virtually. Licensing information for New Jersey reflects the NJ Board of Dietetics and Nutrition’s published status at the time of the last update and may change. If you have a medical emergency, call 911.
Last updated: October 2, 2026 · Written by Stacy Roberts-Davis, RD, LDN
Cancer Dietitian In New Jersey
Stacy Roberts-Davis, RD, LDN
📍 Practice based in Coral Springs, FL
💻 Virtual sessions for clients across New Jersey
