Marlene Ortega, RD

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Background

Hi! I’m a bilingual Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN, LDN) with a passion for helping others feel their best through food and lifestyle. I provide compassionate, personalized nutrition counseling in both English and Spanish and have experience supporting clients with a wide range of chronic conditions, including heart disease, kidney disease, diabetes, and eating disorders. When I’m not working, you can find me riding horses, traveling, or hanging out with my dog. I love animals, and fun fact—cucumbers are my favorite fruit, and I’m a big fan of pickles!

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Approach

"I believe in creating a supportive, judgment-free space where my clients feel safe, seen, and heard. I believe every individual has a unique story, and I enjoy working closely with each client to understand their lifestyle, cultural background, and personal goals. My approach is collaborative and empowering, focusing on progress over perfection and building long-term habits that support health and confidence."

Specialties

Weight Loss
Diabetes
High Cholesterol
High Blood Pressure
Pediatrics
Sports Nutrition

Modalities

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Intuitive Eating
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Motivational Interviewing
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Relationship With Food
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Health At Every Size (HAES)

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, Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield, Oxford, 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

23211 S Us Highway 52, Manhattan, IL 60442
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