Karina Rico, RD

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Background

I graduated with my Masters of Science in Dietetics from the University of Rhode Island. I work at hospitals and provide nutrition education for patients with diabetes, hypertension, and obesity. As much I enjoy working inpatient I absolutely love working with patients in an outpatient setting. This allows me to get to know them better and help them reach their goals in a more individualized manner.

I enjoy working with patients with diabetes, hypertension, and weight management. I also have experience working with kids. I want to help patients tackle their eating habits and lifestyle to ensure they reach their health goals. 

I am a mother of 3, with the youngest being 3 months old, so I understand how difficult it may be to find a routine and stick to it. But with the right mindset and motivation anything is possible and I am here to help you see that.

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Approach

"My approach is to personalize nutrition based on my patients goals. I like to be straight forward and set realistic goals. I motivate my patients by using a non-diet approach when needed. I like to emphasize that all foods are welcome in order to build a healthy lifestyle and have a positive relationship with food."

Specialties

Weight Loss
Diabetes
High Cholesterol
Pediatrics

Modalities

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Meal Planning
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Intuitive Eating
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Accountability
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Exercise
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Personalized Macros

Insurance accepted

Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Carefirst, Cigna, Empire, Golden Rule, Highmark, Horizon, Independence Blue Cross, Optum, Kaiser, Oxford, Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield, Select Health, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Seeing clients in

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, ID, IL, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Location

50 Alessandro Pl Ste 360, Pasadena, CA 91105
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Reviews
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AI summary of written reviews

Clients consistently describe Jane as warm, knowledgeable, and easy to talk to. Many highlight noticeable improvements in their eating habits, energy, and confidence after just a few weeks of working with her.

While a handful of clients hoped for more structured follow‑up, the vast majority praise her for setting realistic goals and explaining nutrition in a way that finally “clicks.”

Overall, Jane is highly recommended for anyone looking for thoughtful, supportive guidance.

6 clients left publicly written reviews
2 days ago

Jane completely changed how I think about food. She’s patient, knowledgeable, and explains things in a way that actually makes sense.

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