Mara Bustos, RD

Mara Bustos, RD

Dietitian
MI
Spanish speaking registered dietitian nutritionist (MDA, RDN, LDN) Chronic Disease Management• Metabolism optimization• GLP-1–nutrition •Building Sustainable Habits •Behavior-Based Health Coaching •Preventive Wellness & Longevity • Body Recomposition • Perimenopause and menopause support • PCOS • Digestive health • Inflammation & Long-Term Health I believe nutrition therapy works best when it’s built on trust — trust in the process, trust in the science, and most importantly, trust in yourself. Caring for your health should feel supportive and empowering, not restrictive or overwhelming. My approach to nutrition therapy goes far beyond food lists and meal plans. I focus on mindset, behavior, and sustainable habit-building, because lasting change doesn’t come from willpower — it comes from skills, awareness, solid systems, and self-compassion. Together, we work on creating routines that fit your real life, honoring your culture, emotions, lifestyle, and the season of life you’re in. Through behavior-based health coaching and sustainable habit building, we focus on creating changes that protect your health today while supporting longevity and quality of life for years to come — in a way that feels compassionate, realistic, and aligned with who you are. Let's build confidence, clarity, and trust in your ability to care for yourself in a way that feels good and lasts!.
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About Mara Bustos

Spanish speaking registered dietitian nutritionist (MDA, RDN, LDN) Chronic Disease Management• Metabolism optimization• GLP-1–nutrition •Building Sustainable Habits •Behavior-Based Health Coaching •Preventive Wellness & Longevity • Body Recomposition • Perimenopause and menopause support • PCOS • Digestive health • Inflammation & Long-Term Health I believe nutrition therapy works best when it’s built on trust — trust in the process, trust in the science, and most importantly, trust in yourself. Caring for your health should feel supportive and empowering, not restrictive or overwhelming. My approach to nutrition therapy goes far beyond food lists and meal plans. I focus on mindset, behavior, and sustainable habit-building, because lasting change doesn’t come from willpower — it comes from skills, awareness, solid systems, and self-compassion. Together, we work on creating routines that fit your real life, honoring your culture, emotions, lifestyle, and the season of life you’re in. Through behavior-based health coaching and sustainable habit building, we focus on creating changes that protect your health today while supporting longevity and quality of life for years to come — in a way that feels compassionate, realistic, and aligned with who you are. Let's build confidence, clarity, and trust in your ability to care for yourself in a way that feels good and lasts!.

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Popular visit reasons

Diabetes Education
Gassiness
IV Nutrition Therapy
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
New Patient Visit
Obesity / Weight Loss Consultation
Type 2 Diabetes
Weight Loss Consultation
Diabetes Education
Gassiness
IV Nutrition Therapy
Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Education and background

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Board certifications

  • Commission on Dietetic Registration
  • Registered Dietitian (RD) (Commission on Dietetic Registration)
  • Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) (Commission on Dietetic Registration)

Education and training

  • Kansas State University, Bachelor's in Dietetics
  • Utah State University (Master's)

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1053031302

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Mara Bustos is certified by Commission on Dietetic Registration, Registered Dietitian (RD) (Commission on Dietetic Registration), and Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) (Commission on Dietetic Registration).

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Mara Bustos frequently sees patients for Irritable Bowel Syndrome, New Patient Visit, Obesity / Weight Loss Consultation, Type 2 Diabetes, and Weight Loss Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Mara Bustos on their profile.

What languages does Mara Bustos speak?

Mara Bustos speaks English and Spanish.

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