Ben Sit, RD

This is a bit difficult as my job description is so vast and things can change at the drop of a hat. The primary focus of my job is to work with people, professional and amateur athletes as well as celebrities to give them advice on their nutritional practices to help them be healthier and to perform better in their sport or their life. A lot of this has to do with finding exactly what works best for that client in regards to supplements, foods and timing in relation to the sport or physical activity. Everyone is different and responds differently to nutritional and athletic interventions.

Ghazal Haghnegahdar, BSc, RD

I believe people and society have become more aware of their health and want to move towards a healthier lifestyle. Individuals are becoming more aware of their food and health. Dietitians are becoming better known by the public and the demand for dietitians to provide appropriate information is growing.

Rebecca Lewis, MS, RDN

I am genuinely surprised by how little nutrition knowledge people have and how few actually feel confident in the kitchen. I empathize with people though - if you didn’t learn from a family member, and you never took home economics, where would this type of knowledge come from?! Cooking is like any sport or hobby, you have to do it frequently to get faster and better at it.

Amrie DeFrates, RD

My first job after becoming a registered dietitian was with a non-profit organization that organized fitness and educational events for youth and adults living with diabetes. From there, I began working in eating disorders at a residential treatment center. Now I work in a variety of different roles, but all within eating disorders. I so whole-heartedly believe in the philosophy and approach of this work, I can’t imagine doing anything else.

Emily Cope, MS, RDN

I do a little bit of everything! I am currently employed at a hospital as a clinical inpatient dietitian where I work with gynecological oncology patients and GI (gastrointestinal) surgical patients. I spend the rest of my time building my nutrition business that focuses on nutrition counselling and consulting.

Mandy Willig, PhD, RD

I am a scientist at an academic medical center. I also provide outpatient counselling to patients a few days each month.

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