Specialties
- Diabetes or prediabetes
- Cancer
- Help losing weight
- Kidney disease
- General health
- Pre or postnatal nutrition
- Heart health
- Help gaining weight
- Type 2 diabetes
- High cholesterol
- GERD / Acid reflux
- High blood pressure
- Bariatric surgery
- Prediabetes
- Type 1 diabetes
- IBS
Minimum patient age
Patient reviews
“I always leave motivated and reevaluated for the new weeks to come. I get better ideas and ways to improve my diet and help for new struggles that come about.“
June 29th, 2024“I felt we touched based on many concerns, and came up with solutions. It was also very informative and helpful“
July 18th, 2024“Louisa listened to me and really helped me developed a plan and goals. Sustainably“
July 29th, 2024
About Luiza
Luiza is originally from Brazil and now a California-based Registered Dietitian with a Master’s in Nutrition and Dietetics from New York University. Her experience spans several specialties, including diabetes, oncology, renal disease, heart disease, and general health and weight management. With a foundation in both inpatient and outpatient settings, she is well-equipped to support a wide range of nutritional needs with compassion and empathy and by utilizing evidenced-based guidelines.
Approach to care
Luiza prioritizes and strives to individualize every session to meet her patients' unique goals and needs. Her approach to care is supportive, patient-centered and focused on creating sustainable nutrition habits. By focusing on long-term success, she aims to help her patients develop lasting healthy habits that fit seamlessly into their lives. In conjunction with nutrition, she also explores other important lifestyle habits such as stress management, sleep, exercise, hydration and more to ensure a comprehensive approach to health and well-being.
Your first session with Luiza
During your first session, Luiza will explore your personal health goals, dietary habits, and lifestyle through a thorough nutrition assessment. She will work with you to create a customized and realistic nutrition plan that aligns with your lifestyle and objectives. Her goal is to ensure you feel supported and empowered from the very beginning of your journey together.
Location
📍 Palo Alto, California
Education
Bachelor of Arts from New York University's Gallatin School of Individualized Study in Nutrition and the Pursuit of Health. Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics from New York University.
Hobbies
Cooking and baking, painting, hiking, going on long walks with my dogs, music and spending time with friends and family.