Business Details
8 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Personalized Nutrition and Diabetes Care
At Valeria Mallett Nutrition, we are dedicated to transforming lives through personalized nutrition and diabetes care. Our team of Registered Dietitians and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialists combines scientific expertise with compassionate support to address each client's unique needs. With a focus on evidence-based practices, we specialize in managing pre-diabetes, diabetes, kidney disease, and cardiovascular health while fostering sustainable lifestyle changes. Our collaborative approach integrates seamlessly with clients' existing healthcare teams to provide holistic support. We prioritize individualized care, empowering clients to develop lifelong skills for managing their health.Our practice offers flexible scheduling and multilingual services in English, Spanish, and Portuguese to accommodate diverse needs. By emphasizing education and practical tools, we help clients overcome barriers to weight management, blood sugar control, and overall wellness. Our commitment to staying current with the latest research ensures clients receive cutting-edge guidance on diabetes technology and medication management. We create a judgment-free environment where clients feel supported in building healthier relationships with food. Through workshops, individual appointments, and community outreach, we strive to make nutrition accessible and empowering for every individual we serve.
Services
Weight Management
Diabetes Care
Kidney Disease Management
Gestational Diabetes Support
Cardiovascular Health
Pre-Diabetes Prevention
Nutrition Counseling
Diabetes Workshops
Details
- Year established: 2018
Highlights and features
- We offer individualized care plans tailored to your specific health needs
- Our team includes Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialists
- We implement evidence-based approaches to nutrition and chronic disease management
- Multilingual support available in English, Spanish, and Portuguese
- We provide practical tools for sustainable lifestyle changes and empowerment
Associations and certifications
- Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics
Services
Weight Management
Our individualized weight management programs combine nutritional science with behavioral strategies to create sustainable lifestyle changes. We address metabolic factors, emotional eating patterns, and practical meal planning to help clients achieve their goals while maintaining a healthy relationship with food. Our approach emphasizes long-term success over quick fixes through ongoing support and education.
Diabetes Care
Comprehensive diabetes management services include blood sugar control strategies, medication coordination, and carbohydrate counting education. We specialize in working with insulin pumps, CGMs, and GLP-1 medications while providing ongoing support for type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes patients to achieve optimal glycemic control and prevent complications.
Kidney Disease Management
Specialized nutrition therapy for kidney disease focuses on preserving renal function through protein management, electrolyte balance, and fluid monitoring. Our dietitians work closely with nephrologists to create customized meal plans that address specific stage requirements while maintaining adequate nutrition for overall health.
Cardiovascular Health
Our cardiovascular nutrition programs target cholesterol management, blood pressure control, and inflammation reduction through dietary interventions. We provide practical guidance on heart-healthy eating patterns, grocery shopping strategies, and meal preparation techniques to reduce cardiovascular disease risk factors and improve overall heart function.
Pre-Diabetes Prevention
Evidence-based pre-diabetes programs focus on lifestyle modifications to prevent progression to type 2 diabetes. We offer personalized nutrition plans, physical activity guidance, and behavioral strategies that have been proven to reduce diabetes risk by up to 58% through the CDC-recognized National Diabetes Prevention Program framework.
People
Valeria Rech
Founder & Lead Dietitian
Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist with over 15 years of experience in medical nutrition therapy. Specializes in diabetes management, weight management, and cardiovascular health while emphasizing evidence-based practices and patient empowerment.
Questions
What services does YouCose Health offer?
We specialize in diabetes management, weight management, kidney disease nutrition, cardiovascular health, and pre-diabetes prevention through personalized nutrition counseling and educational workshops.
Do you accept insurance?
We recommend checking with your insurance provider about coverage for medical nutrition therapy. We provide superbills for potential reimbursement and offer flexible payment options.
Are your dietitians certified specialists?
Yes, our team includes Registered Dietitians who are also Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialists with advanced training in chronic disease management.
Do you offer virtual appointments?
We provide both in-person and virtual nutrition counseling to accommodate different preferences and accessibility needs across the Portland area.
What makes YouCose Health different from other dietitians?
We combine evidence-based science with personalized care, focusing on sustainable lifestyle changes in a supportive, judgment-free environment tailored to each client's unique needs.
Do you work with other healthcare providers?
Yes, we collaborate closely with physicians, endocrinologists, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive, coordinated care for our clients' health needs.
Reviews (3)
Alice Woods
Jun 04, 2021
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Valeria Mallett knows her stuff! She promotes whole body health and has helped me in many ways. She teaches a balanced way to eat, how different foods affect the body, and so much more. She address the relationship I have with food and I feel so much better in many ways because of her wisdom and intelligence. Do yourself a favor and call her today for an appointment!
Sherry Wilson
May 21, 2021
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I would highly recommend Valeria Mallett. She has really helped me on my journey to living a healthier lifestyle. She has provided excellent resources and is easy to talk to.
Vernon Roberson
May 11, 2021
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I initially worked with Valerias few years ago in a primary care clinic that I managed and we got to work together closely. She was a fierce advocate for her patients and worked very hard to improve and expand the dietary services for the clinic as a whole. She is a true professional always seeking to expand what she knows and how she practices. One of the things that struck me was her work with our diabetic patients. Where most dietitians and doctors focus on telling people with diabetes what not to eat, she put effort into helping people to understand what they can eat and how to expand their
