Nellie Perez
Specialties
- Bariatric surgery
- Diabetes or prediabetes
- Disordered eating
- Emotional eating
- Endometriosis
- Fertility
- General health
- GERD / Acid reflux
- Gestational diabetes
- Gut health
- Healthy aging
- Heart health
- Help gaining weight
- Help losing weight
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
- Hormonal health
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Kidney disease
- Liver disease
- Menopause
- PCOS
- Pediatric nutrition
- Pre or postnatal nutrition
- Prediabetes
- Thyroid disorders
- Type 2 diabetes
- UTIs
- Weight loss medications / GLP-1s
- Weight stabilization
- Women's health
Approaches
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Meal planning💛
Relationship with food⭐
Weight-neutral🏳️🌈
LGBTQIA+
Identifies as
- Hispanic / Latino
- Female
Cuisines / Diets
- Caribbean
- Latin American
- Mediterranean
- Mexican
Minimum patient age
Patient reviews
“I felt heard and that she is doing everything to troubleshoot and help me figure out how to navigate my diabetes.“
“I thoroughly enjoyed my appointment. This was the first time I've talked to a doctor about my GI issues and been taken seriously and given short and long term solutions to feel better. I was blown away by her honesty and professionalism. I'm so excited to do the work and feel better, instead of feeling hopeless and defeated like I have in the past when addressing these issues.“
“Fabulous communication, very knowledgeable, caring and compassionate and listens to concerns.“
About Nellie
Nellie is a registered dietitian, diabetes educator, board certified obesity and weight management specialist. She received her bachelor's degree from California State University. Nellie has 10 years of experience with a special focus in diabetes, disease prevention and weight loss.
Approach to care
When working with Nellie, you’ll have guidance through the often confusing world of nutrition science—and, more importantly, support in setting meaningful health goals and achieving them. Change can be challenging, and having a trusted partner makes all the difference. Food is not only Nellie’s profession but also her passion. She practices a gentle, judgment-free approach to nutrition—there’s no guilt for enjoying your favorite foods or honoring your cultural traditions. Achieving your health goals doesn’t require punishment or restriction. Food can be both nourishing and enjoyable.
Your first session with Nellie
This session includes a comprehensive assessment of your current health and your goals moving forward. We’ll identify your unique change style and establish a balanced, supportive approach—combining structure, flexibility, and accountability—to begin building a personalized roadmap for your health journey.
Location
📍 San Bernardino, California
Education
Bachelors in Nutrition and Food Science
Hobbies
Gardening, Crafting, Hiking
Licenses and Certifications
CDCES - Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist
CSOWM - Certified Specialist in Obesity and Weight Management
RD - Registered Dietitian