Meet Kristen Bradley
Registered Dietitian
Chapa-De Indian Health Auburn
Introducing one of the passionate and knowledgeable members of our care team, Kristen Bradley, a Senior Dietitian at Chapa-De with over 12 years of experience in nutrition and diabetes care! Kristen plays a crucial role in guiding patients through personalized nutrition plans and compassionate support. Discover how Kristen’s expertise and dedication can help you achieve your health goals.
A Holistic Approach
Whole-person care goes beyond meeting with a doctor in an exam room. It goes into every part of a patient’s life, including their diet. Kristen provides Medical Nutrition Therapy and support to patients with different health conditions, such as Type 1 & 2 Diabetes, Heart Disease, Obesity, and more. As a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist, she also leads classes and groups to help support health journeys. Kristen partners with each patient to connect their goals with their current self. By meeting them where they are, she can give the essential support that helps her patients succeed.
Nourishing Connections
Kristen loves the personal connections she builds with her patients. She finds joy in giving guidance that helps them improve their health and quality of life. Her role is vital because she helps patients understand nutrition, using evidence-based practices that fit their individual needs. Nutrition is often left out of a patient’s care plan, but it is an important piece of the puzzle. By addressing dietary habits, she can make sure that patients receive whole-person support that promotes overall health and well-being.
The Critical Role of Nutrition
When we talked with her, Kristen emphasized how important dietitians are on a patient’s care team. She explained that food can either help or harm us, and the choices we make affect our physical and mental health. With so many opinions on social media, it can be tough to know what is right. Kristen spends time talking with each patient about their situation, goals, and desires, helping them make informed lifestyle changes.
Partnering with your Food
For those wanting to eat better, Kristen suggests:
- Choosing a variety of foods, including colorful fruits and vegetables, and a mix of plant and animal proteins.
- Eating smaller portions if you tend to eat a lot.
- Picking whole foods instead of highly processed ones.
- Balancing meals with protein, vegetables, and whole grains, and enjoying fruit as a healthy snack.
Making Health Journeys Manageable
Kristen sees herself as a “guide on the side” in a patient’s health journey. She listens to their needs and goals, meeting them where they are mentally, emotionally, physically, and financially. By offering non-judgmental education and support, she helps patients make healthy choices that boost their well-being.
Beyond Diet: Holistic Health Tips
Kristen also shared extra tips for improving health along with a balanced diet:
- Being more active, interrupting long periods of sitting every 30 minutes, and aiming for 30 minutes of activity per day, five days a week.
- Increasing positive emotions, as feelings of love, happiness, and joy can boost the immune system.
- Seeking support from friends, family, co-workers, and healthcare workers, as connection is essential for overall well-being.
We thank Kristen Bradley for sharing her knowledge and passion for good nutrition and health!
Make Your Health a Priority Today
Our team, including experts like Kristen Bradley, is here to offer personalized care and advice that fits your needs. If you are an established patient, please schedule time with your medical provider to discuss nutrition and lifestyle support. New to Chapa-De? We are currently accepting new patients for medical care, which includes access to all our health programs and classes. To schedule a new patient appointment, please call:
- Auburn Health Center: 530-887-2800
- Grass Valley Health Center: 530-477-8545
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