Iris Pacheco

About Iris

Hi! I’m Iris, a Registered Dietitian with over 10 years of experience, primarily supporting older adults in nursing homes and individuals with end-stage kidney disease on dialysis. I enjoy providing nutrition counseling for the following: 1) General health and wellness 2) General dietary guidance 3) Pre-diabetes lifestyle guidance 4) Supporting clients in healthy weight management 5) Kidney diet 6) Low-salt/sodium diet 7) Acid reflux and heartburn 8) High blood pressure 9) Heart health lifestyle and dietary guidance 10) Heart-healthy / low-fat dietary guidance I enjoy reviewing food logs and providing feedback, as well as analyzing nutrition labels and ingredients to help clients make informed food choices.

Approach to care

I provide nutrition guidance based on research and evidence and stay up-to-date on best practices. Nutrition covers many fields and specialties, so while I might not know everything, I'm committed to guiding you in the right direction. I also welcome clients sharing research or information they've come across, and I'm happy to explore those concerns further. Together, we’ll work to find the safest and most practical solutions to support your health goals.

Your first session with Iris

During your first session, I’ll take time to listen carefully to everything you want to discuss about your nutrition concerns and goals. I’ll do my best to answer your questions and understand what you hope to gain from the session. Together, we’ll create a plan that works best for you and supports your health in a practical, manageable way.

Education

Master of Science in Dietetics and Nutrition

Hobbies

In my free time, I enjoy cooking and experimenting with ways to make recipes lower in sugar, fat, and salt (sodium). I also like reading, studying, researching, and organizing.

Licenses and Certifications