Verified Medical Expert
Kristina Cooke
Registered Dietitian | Founder & CEO, Kristina Cooke Nutrition, Inc.
Blood Sugar Management Type 2 Diabetes ManagementMedical Nutrition TherapyDiabetes ManagementNutrition CounselingMotivational Interviewing
About Kristina Cooke
Kristina Cooke, RD, is a Registered Dietitian specializing in nutrition for prediabetes and type 2 diabetes management. Through her virtual coaching program, she helps clients improve blood sugar management while developing a healthier relationship with food. Her approach emphasizes education, empathy, and empowerment, focusing on practical, sustainable nutrition strategies that allow individuals to enjoy a nutrient-dense eating pattern without unnecessarily eliminating foods they love.
Professional Experience
- Kristina Cooke Nutrition, Inc. | Founder & CEO | May 2018
- Zevia | Health and Wellness Program Manager | Jul 2019 – Nov 2022
- Providence Health & Services | Registered Dietitian | Oct 2017 – Jul 2019
- Marina Del Rey Hospital | Clinical Registered Dietitian | Jul 2018 – Feb 2019
- Marina Del Rey Hospital | Diet Clerk | Dec 2015 – Aug 2016
Education
- California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo | Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Nutrition with a concentration in Applied Nutrition | 2012–2015
- Keene State College | Dietetic Intern | 2016–2017
Medical Review Role & Ethics
Registered Dietitian specializing in prediabetes and type 2 diabetes nutrition
Highlights
- Founder and CEO of Kristina Cooke Nutrition, Inc.
- Provides virtual nutrition coaching for individuals with prediabetes and type 2 diabetes
- Focuses on improving blood sugar management through sustainable nutrition strategies
- Utilizes Medical Nutrition Therapy and the Nutrition Care Process in clinical practice
- Emphasizes education, empathy, and empowerment in nutrition coaching
Certifications
- Dietetic Technician, Registered – Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
- Protecting Human Research Participants – National Institutes of Health (NIH) Office of Extramural Research
