Melanie Maldonado

About Melanie

My name is Melanie and I am a Registered Dietitian. I believe food is so important for our health, how we feel, and for our happiness. A little about me - after college I moved abroad for a year and while living with a host family my diet changed drastically (for the better) and within weeks I had chronic health issues resolve and I had more energy. When I moved back to the US I immediately started my education to become a dietitian. Now that I am a Registered Dietitian, I have helped many patients and clients do the same - improve their lives through good nutrition.

Approach to care

I am very passionate about the impact that healthy eating can have on our health and I also believe that cooking and eating should be fun! I give practical recommendations that fit your lifestyle, budget, and health goals. As a busy mom of two little kids I know how important realistic changes are. I specialize in general healthy eating, help losing weight, help gaining weight, and nutrition-related health concerns such as high blood pressure + heart health, pre-diabetes, food allergies and intolerances, GI disorders, PCOS, and pregnancy/postpartum nutrition). I also specialize in pediatric growth and nutrition concerns such as "picky" or "selective" eating. I also have experience in enteral (tube) feeding, including home-blended formula.

Your first session with Melanie

During our first session I want you to feel comfortable and share your medical history, favorite foods, eating patterns, lifestyle, hobbies. I know that talking about these things can be difficult sometimes and I want to assure you there will be no judgement from me. I will identify areas to focus on and provide evidence-based education and advice. We will collaborate on goal-setting and make a plan to help you achieve your health/wellness goals. I enjoy cooking and recipe development so you will probably leave our session with some good meal ideas and recipes as well!

Location

📍 Minnesota

Education

Masters of Public Health Nutrition Masters Certificate in Disability Policy and Services Bachelors in Biology

Hobbies

Gardening, playing piano, cooking, grocery shopping, going to the zoo with my toddler and baby, trivia nights, running, FaceTiming friends and family, and remodeling our old 1920's house

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