Nalisha Emegwako

About Nalisha

I am a Registered Dietitian in the Houston Texas metro area and have been practicing in the field of dietetics for 20 years. My experience includes diet counseling, menu planning, nutrition assessment, facility coverage, mock surveys, presentations. With a passion for the nutrition field, I strive to help clients achieve their nutritional goals through behavior change and utilizing motivational interviewing and counseling. In addition, I believe that everyone deserves access to a healthy and nutritious lifestyle regardless of socioeconomic background or perceived societal norms. However, my special interests are PolyCystic Ovarian Syndrome, gestational diabetes, Diabetes Type I and Type II, and behavioral health. I am a graduate of The University of Alabama and received my undergraduate degree in food and nutrition. Having always had an entrepreneurial spirit, so I earned my Master’s in Business Admin istration with the hope of starting a business and helping it grow.

Approach to care

Meeting you at your current level and advancing through realistic goal setting. I’m your accountability partner. As you move forward, regular check-ins with your dietitian are prudent for accountability and ensuring continuous progress. Your plan may need tweaking and additional meal or recipe ideas. There may be new obstacles to troubleshoot. Most find that anywhere between 5 and 15 follow-ups are enough for long-term success.

Your first session with Nalisha

Based on your needs, we will design goals and a personalized plan of care. The dietitian will design a customized and personalized nutrition plan that fits your unique needs and goals. The initial intake with your dietitian is a chance to explore your complete medical and weight history, along with specific diet and lifestyle habits. While the first appointment is mostly an opportunity to build a relationship and share specific concerns, you will also receive clear feedback. This can include a: Structured menu Goal setting Shopping list Recipes Exercise tips Supplement recommendations Referrals to other specialists for additional support and tests. The objective is to acquire the necessary tools to effect positive and sustainable change.

Education

Bachelor’s in Food and Nutrition

Hobbies

Cooking, working out, traveling, journaling

Licenses and Certifications