Laura Mercado

About Laura

Hello, I am Laura Mercado, a Registered Dietitian specializing in Diabetes, heart disease, sports nutrition weight loss. I have 10 years experience working with individuals to achieve their health goals through personalized nutrition plans. I am passionate about teaching and enabling clients/patients with the tools they need in order to make sustainable lifestyle changes.

Approach to care

My approach is rooted in evidenced-based practice and focused on empowering clients/patients to make sustainable lifestyle changes in order to reach their personal goals. I believe that food should be enjoyed and nourish both the body and the mind. My goal is to promote a positive relationship with food.

Your first session with Laura

In your first session, we will complete a full nutrition assessment, discussing your personal health and nutrition goals, diet history, weight history, relevant health conditions and other lifestyle factors such as sleep, physical activity, digestion and meal planning. We will set SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-Bound) to support your nutrition journey.

Location

📍 Tampa, Florida

Education

MS Nutrition and Exercise Science, BS Dietetics, BS Health Educator

Hobbies

Hiking, Lifting Weights, Teaching Group Fitness Classes, Traveling

Licenses and Certifications