WELCOME!
Thank you for visiting my site. I am San Francisco-based Registered Dietitian, foodie and fitness-junkie on a mission to help others lead healthy and happy lives.
Career talk…
I’m a seasoned marketing leader with over a decade of experience bringing evidence-based health and wellness products to market. I’ve worked for everything from itty bitty start-ups to Fortune 500 companies and find joy in translating complex science into consumer-friendly messages. Learn more about my background here.
The blog…
I focus on science-driven wellness strategies for busy people on the blog. I’m all about easy upgrades to help you be the best version of yourself. As a Registered Dietitian, I have extensive clinical training covering topics including weight management, diabetes, IBD/IBS, allergies, and sports nutrition.
Outside the office…
Outside the office, I can be found in the kitchen testing new recipes, running, and exploring the Bay Area’s beautiful natural landscape. I love the sun (vitamin D) and am a proud native of Sydney, Australia.
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QUALIFICATIONS
- Registered Dietitian (US)
- Accredited Practicing Dietitian (Australia)
- Certified Sports Specialty Dietitian (US)
- B.Sc. in Nutritional Science summa cum laude, Boston University
- M.Sc. in Nutrition/Dietetics, Boston University
- Dietetic Internship: Completed 1200 hours of clinical training at Boston Medical Center
AFFILIATIONS
- American Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics: Member
- Nutrition Entrepreneurs Dietetic Practice Group: Executive Committee Member
- Californian Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics: Member
- Dietetic Association of Australia: Member
Registered Dietitian vs. Nutritionist: What’s the Difference?
‘Registered Dietitian’ is a protected term whereas ‘Nutritionist’ is not. Dietitians go through many years of rigorous scientific training, exams and supervised practical experience before penning ‘RD’ next to their name for the first time. Our coursework covers everything from biochemistry to medical nutrition therapy, food safety
Nutritionists, on the other hand, aren’t bound to the same stringent standards. In fact, some self-proclaimed ‘Nutritionists’ have very little formal training in food and nutrition science (eek). ‘Nutritionist’ is a term that can be used by almost anyone with an
Rments
Four-year degree from an accredited university
Science-based university coursework
Supervised practical experience from a nationally accredited program
National exam developed and maintained by a governing body
Continuing education requirements to maintain credential
Code of ethics
Requirements
Four-year university degree
Science-based university coursework
Supervised practical experience from an accredited program
Pass national exam
Continuing education requirements to maintain credential
Code of ethics
DIETITIAN
1200 hours +
NUTRITIONIST
HEALTH COACH
3 mentor sessions
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Mediterranean Pasta Salad
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