Iris Gronau

About Iris

Hi! I'm Iris. I have been a Registered Dietitian for 13 years and LOVE everything about my job. I have three children, and I'm based in and love all things Michigan! I have a passion for helping my patients learn about fueling their bodies and developing a healthy relationship with food. I have a background in infant, toddler, pregnancy and geriatric nutrition. I also have extensive professional practice with prediabetes, diabetes and weight management programs with all age groups and including pregnancy.

Approach to care

I am motivated by my passion to help others. I want my patients to feel empowered to take charge in their journey with nutrition. I will use a non-judgmental, empathic and encouraging nutritional education approach. I recognize that change can be challenging, so I like to set up small, realistic goals to help my patients achieve success. My goal is to help my patents make lasting change through well-balanced nourishment.

Your first session with Iris

I will facilitate a warm, friendly, welcoming environment. I will explore your relationship with food, health history, nutrition knowledge and discuss what brings you to our session and what goals you would like to achieve. Together we can set short term, realistic goals and make a plan of action. We will also schedule follow up appointments to support you and help you stay on track. I'm so excited for your journey!

Location

📍 Kalamazoo , Michigan

Education

Western Michigan University

Hobbies

Reading, cooking, listening to podcasts, boating on our lake, fishing on our dock, traveling and relaxing at home with my husband, 3 kids and our bernedoodle.

Licenses and Certifications

RD - Registered Dietitian

RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist