Renee Alpuerto

About Renee

Hi! I am a dietitian, and busy mom of 2. I initially got into nutrition through a love of food, and fitness and trying to figure out how to fuel for performance. After obtaining my degree and beginning to work, I quickly recognized the need for specialized education in diabetes, an my career naturally led me to getting my Diabetes Care and Education Specialist certification. I have since worked in a diabetes education center, and as a clinical educator for an insulin pump company, so I am very confident reading CGM and insulin pump data, and helping patients make changes. I have been blessed to spend majority of my career in Hawaii and the Pacific, but have recently moved with my family to Colorado. We are enjoying all the mountains have to offer!

Approach to care

Coming from the background of loving food, I truly do believe that all foods can fit into a healthy diet. I try to help patients learn how to enjoy foods they love while also feeling good, and learning how to pay attention to their hunger and satiety. My goal is for you to not feel like you’re “on a diet” because when people feel like they are, the mentality is that it’s temporary, and suffering. We want to establish long-term healthy habits that are sustainable for you!

Your first session with Renee

My main goal in our first session is to get to know YOU! Eating is a highly personal thing, and often includes a lot of emotional aspects as well. While we will try to start making changes and discussing health concepts, the most important thing in our first session will be getting to know one another, and building trust.

Location

📍 Denver, Colorado

Education

BS in Human Nutrition, University of Houston

Hobbies

Traveling, Cooking/eating, hiking, doing ANYTHING outside, spending time with my family, and most recently learning how to make Sourdough bread

Licenses and Certifications