Érica Rubino, RD, LD, CDCES

Hi ! I’m Érica, Dietitian & founder of Nutrition-Focused Health.

I’m a dietitian on a mission to make healthy eating accessible and dismantle misinformation online. 

I understand that making dietary changes can be challenging. That’s why I’m here not just as your dietitian, but as your advocate and supporter. Achieving health goals isn’t always a straight path—it comes with its share of obstacles and detours, and that’s perfectly okay. We’re all human, and change is tough. But with the right guidance and support, it becomes more manageable.

My passion lies in helping individuals make small changes with big impacts on their health. I firmly believe that with the right knowledge and resources, balanced eating is attainable for everyone, regardless of income level.

My Experience & Expertise

For nearly 10 years, I’ve had the privilege of working as a dietitian with clients ranging from children to older adults. Much of my experience comes from serving diverse communities in federally qualified health centers, where I was part of integrated medical teams in primary care clinics.

In addition to being a registered dietitian, I’m a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES)—a credential that reflects advanced training in diabetes management and education. This means I’ve completed extensive education and hands-on experience specifically focused on helping people with Type 1, Type 2, and prediabetes, and diabetes prevention.

As a CDCES, I offer more than just nutrition advice—I provide comprehensive support tailored to your unique journey with diabetes. This certification reflects my advanced training in diabetes care, equipping me to guide you through the complexities of managing the condition and help you make diabetes feel less overwhelming. Together, we’ll focus not just on nutrition, but also on physical activity, understanding medications, blood sugar monitoring, coping strategies, and recognizing potential complications. 

If you’re ready to embark on a journey toward better health, I’m here to walk that path with you!

Fun Facts About Érica

I’m a dietitian who loves this field of work. Here are some fun facts about me.

01.

I have the privilege of living in Montana and it’s the best place I’ve ever lived.

02.

I LOVE eating and prefer having many different flavors in one bite.

03.

I prefer savory over sweet flavors. I have occasionally licked pure salt off my hand.

04.

I learned how to bake my own bread in 2020 and continue doing so. My favorites are sourdough, naan, and challah.

05.

I’m from Brazil and am fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish.

06.

I love rice and stand behind its importance around the world.

07.

My husband and I are obsessed with our dog, Roscoe. He is the bestest boy.

08.

I thoroughly dislike celery. There’s a good chance I’ll tell you about it when we meet.

Education & Credentials

  • BS in Nutrition & Dietetics, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
  • Dietetic Internship, Oregon State University
  • Registered Dietitian, CDR
  • Licensed Dietitian, MT and WA
  • Board Certified as a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist

Experience

  • Endocrinology
  • Primary Care Clinics
  • Federally Qualified Health Centers
  • Community Health Centers
  • Urban Indian Health Centers
  • Inpatient & Outpatient Hospital Nutrition

Language Fluency

  • English
  • Spanish
  • Portuguese

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