Alyssa is a Latina Registered Dietitian with a Ph.D. in Nutrition/Health Sciences. She has experience leading global nutrition research studies on dietary intake, micronutrients, and the environment, with expertise in women’s health and early childhood nutrition. She has worked as both an inpatient and outpatient dietitian and has taught nutrition at community events and in higher education at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Alyssa prioritizes culturally competent and inclusive nutrition counseling methods and encourages creativity and individuality in nutrition while working with people from diverse backgrounds.

Alyssa is committed to using evidence-based research to guide nutrition recommendations, ensuring that her approach is rooted in science while considering a person’s goals, health status, environment, and background. Alyssa believes in empowering individuals and communities to make sustainable dietary and lifestyle changes that promote long-term health and wellness.