I believe that all foods can be a part of a balanced eating pattern. Learning how to nourish ourselves, develop healthy relationships with food, and adopt positive lifestyle habits will help us achieve improved health outcomes.
Melissa Nieves, LND, RD, works for Practical Nutrition, LLC, as a private practice registered dietitian. Melissa also works as a bilingual telehealth dietitian for Vida Health Program.
Melissa earned her bachelor's degree in nutrition and dietetics and her master's degree in public health from the University of Puerto Rico.
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