Cynthia Santos

About Cynthia

Hi, I’m Cynthia, a Registered Dietitian based in San Diego. I have 3 years of experience as an RD and hold a Bachelor’s in Foods and Nutrition. My career has spanned Clinical/Hospital settings, Sports Nutrition, Community Health, Child Nutrition, and Oncology, and I bring that diverse lens to our work together. Outside the clinic, you’ll find me lifting weights, playing sports with my kids, trying new restaurants, traveling, hiking, and enjoying concerts. I aim to blend warmth with practical, evidence-based guidance so you feel seen and supported.

Approach to care

My care philosophy is built on collaboration, empathy, and lasting change. I ground my approach in current evidence so our plan is effective, while always treating you as a whole person and meeting you where you are. I’m direct and action-oriented when we set steps you can actually follow. I practice with a Health at Every Size mindset, focusing on behaviors and sustainable habits rather than quick fixes, and I’ll educate you along the way. Together we’ll build a personalized approach that fits your values and your life, today and tomorrow.

Your first session with Cynthia

Our first visit is a conversation, not an evaluation. We'll review your medical history and current routine, discuss your goals and what has or hasn’t worked in the past, and start shaping short-term objectives. You don’t need to have everything figured out yet. In a warm, judgment-free space, we’ll explore realistic steps that fit your life and create a simple plan you can begin implementing this week. We’ll go at your pace and build momentum together.

Location

📍 San Diego, California

Education

Bachelors Foods and Nutrition

Hobbies

Weightlifting, playing sports with my children, concerts, trying new restaurants, traveling, hiking and walking.

Licenses and Certifications