Marina G. Rivera-ridens MS, RD, LD

Marina is a registered and licensed dietitian who has worked in the nutrition field since 2012. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Human Foods from the University of Houston, completed her dietetic internship through the University of the Incarnate Word, and earned her Master of Science in Nutrition from Texas Woman's University. Additionally, Marina has earned a Certificate of Training in Adult Weight Management and a Certificate of Training in Nutritional Counseling from The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

Marina has extensive experience working one-on-one with individuals to help them accomplish their nutrition goals. She not only creates individualized meal plans for them but guides them in identifying and conquering their barriers so that they can make small, specific goals that are attainable and lead to big accomplishments. Marina is knowledgeable in nutrition therapy for several conditions including eating disorders, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, gastrointestinal disorders/diseases, cancer, kidney disease, and emotional eating. She enjoys educating individuals and the public on the role nutrition plays in all of these conditions.