Erin Valadez

About Erin

Hi and welcome! I am both a registered dietitian and a chef. My journey began with my interest in food as a way of fueling the body for athletic performance. After completing my Nutrition and Dietetics studies at Saint Louis University in Missouri with an emphasis in public health, I completed my culinary education as part of my master's level coursework. I love food and I love finding creative ways to make food delicious and nourishing. I am passionate about helping clients achieve their nutrition and wellness goals through creative collaboration and evidence-based insights. I advocate for whole body wellness, supporting mental health through nutrition, and paying attention to gut health.

Approach to care

I view clients as complete individuals so while we will focus on nutritional issues, we will do so in the context of you and your lifestyle. I am commitment to scientific foundations for nutritional recommendations and recognize clients may have personal views and experiences that can help inform the care plan. I see clients as active participants in their own care. I prioritize practical, delicious solutions that clients can actually implement and enjoy.

Your first session with Erin

We will start by getting to know one another, gather information on your goals, your motivations, and current relationship with food. Understanding your current habits, lifestyle, and medical history can helps us put together a framework to work from. From there we will build a wellness plan that works for you and helps you move towards your wellness vision.

Location

📍 Bentonville, Arkansas

Education

Master's of Science in Nutrition & Dietetics with an emphasis in Culinary Arts Certified Culinary Medicine Specialist

Hobbies

Gardening, Mountain biking, Running, Cooking

Licenses and Certifications

LD - Licensed Dietitian

MS - Master of Science

RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist