Business Details
47 Years
experience
Trusted Nutrition Expertise in Marin County
I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Certified Diabetes Educator with 45 years of clinical experience in Marin County. My practice focused on dietary therapy for diabetes, gastrointestinal disorders, kidney disease, and other nutrition-related medical conditions. I hold advanced degrees in nutrition from UC Berkeley and maintain active memberships in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and the California Dietetic Association. My career includes 14 years as an in-house dietitian for Cardiovascular Associates of Marin and San Francisco, where I worked with patients recovering from heart disease and stroke. I developed the CardioCuisine Cooking Class at the College of Marin and have served as a nutrition consultant for Bay Area restaurants and school lunch programs. My expertise extends to cancer prevention nutrition, post-bariatric surgery care, and sports nutrition for athletic clients seeking performance optimization.I have authored multiple award-winning patient education materials on cholesterol management and healthy eating, including publications for the American Heart Association and National Cancer Institute. My approach emphasizes clear communication of complex metabolic processes to help patients understand the scientific basis for dietary recommendations. I maintained active professional involvement through leadership roles in the California Dietetic Association and American Heart Association, Marin County Chapter. My practice served patients from Marin, San Francisco, and Sonoma Counties, with referrals from over 100 local physicians.
Services
Diabetes Management
Kidney Disease Nutrition
Weight Management
Heart-Healthy Eating
Cancer Prevention Diet
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- 45 years of clinical nutrition experience in Marin County
- Specialized training in chronic kidney disease management
- Certified Diabetes Educator for all diabetes types
- Developed award-winning patient education materials
- Active leadership roles in major nutrition associations
Associations and certifications
- Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
- Certified Diabetes Educator
What people say
Exceptional diabetes expertise
Clear complex explanations
Personalized approach
Proven results
Deep scientific knowledge
Services
Diabetes Management
Specialized dietary counseling for all diabetes types including Type 1, Type 2, gestational diabetes, and LADA. Develops personalized meal plans to optimize blood sugar control and prevent complications. Combines medical expertise with practical strategies for daily carbohydrate management.
Kidney Disease Nutrition
Customized nutrition plans for chronic kidney disease patients with specialized training in pre-dialysis and post-transplant dietary requirements. Focuses on protein balance, electrolyte management, and slowing disease progression through targeted dietary interventions.
Heart-Healthy Eating
Evidence-based dietary guidance for cholesterol management and cardiovascular disease prevention. Includes meal planning for hypertension, hypertriglyceridemia, and post-cardiac event recovery. Features restaurant menu analysis and heart-healthy cooking demonstrations developed during 14 years at Cardiovascular Associates.
Cancer Prevention Diet
Scientifically grounded dietary strategies for cancer prevention based on National Cancer Institute collaborations. Focuses on phytochemical-rich foods, anti-inflammatory eating patterns, and weight management techniques to reduce cancer risk through nutritional interventions.
Sports Nutrition
Tailored nutrition plans for athletes optimizing energy availability and recovery. Combines metabolic science with practical fueling strategies for endurance training, muscle building, and competition preparation while maintaining overall health.
People
Del Tredici, Ann
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
UC Berkeley-trained nutrition expert with 45 years of clinical experience. Specializes in diabetes education, kidney disease management, and cardiovascular nutrition. Developed award-winning patient education materials and taught nutrition courses at San Jose State University.
Questions
Is Ann M. Del Tredici still accepting new patients?
No, the practice has been retired since December 31, 2024.
What specialties did the practice focus on?
Primary focus areas included diabetes management, kidney disease nutrition, cardiovascular health, cancer prevention, and sports nutrition.
Were virtual consultations available?
Contact was maintained through the website contact form prior to retirement.
What resources were available for patients?
Over a dozen published patient education booklets on cholesterol, diabetes, and healthy eating were available.
How was individualized care provided?
Custom meal plans were developed based on each patient's medical history, lab results, and personal preferences.
What made this practice unique?
Combination of 45 years clinical experience, academic background in biochemistry, and media expertise in nutrition communication.