Ingrid Bierenkoven

MS, RDN

Specialties:

Exercise and Sports Nutrition
Functional & Integrative Nutrition
General Healthy Eating Guidance
Heart and Cardiovascular Health
Kidney Disease
Pre-Diabetes
Sustainable Weight Loss
Type 2 Diabetes

Patient Populations:

Adults, Men, Older adults, Patients with depression, Women

About Ingrid

Ingrid is passionate about using nutrition to help prevent and manage chronic disease. She believes nutrition should fit into your life—not the other way around—and enjoys turning evidence-based recommendations into practical, sustainable strategies. She enjoys empowering people to make meaningful, sustainable changes that improve their health and well-being.

Get to Know Ingrid

Favorite thing to purchase at the Farmer’s Market or Grocery Store: Fresh sourdough, hummus, or a really good dip

Favorite cultural dish or comfort food: Greek food—especially authentic Greek dishes shared around the table. And honestly, nothing beats a really good, authentic slice of pizza!

What’s one small thing someone can do today to work toward a balanced eating pattern/lifestyle?: Add one more nourishing food to something you already enjoy today—like adding fruit to breakfast, vegetables to lunch, or protein to a snack. Small, consistent changes add up!

Nutrition philosophy in a nutshell: Nutrition should fit into your life—not the other way around. I believe in balance, flexibility, and making sustainable changes that support your health while still leaving room for the foods you love.

Favorite recipe: Mexican Mixed Grilled Chicken Salad with Kale and a Honey Lime Dressing

What I listen to for inspiration: Audiobooks—I love listening to them during my daily drives around town.

Nutrition myth or trend you find particularly annoying and would like to set the record straight: “Carbs are bad.” Carbohydrates are an important source of energy and can absolutely be part of a balanced diet. The type, portion, and overall context matter more than simply avoiding carbs. Choose quality carbohydrate sources and find a balance that works for you rather than cutting out an entire food group.