I have been working as a registered dietitian since 2006. I started off my career in the clinical setting and quickly moved over to community nutrition, focusing on schools working as the regional dietitian for Chicago Public Schools. Currently I work with health and wellness leaders throughout the state of Illinois encouraging healthy eating habits for all populations. My passion is wellness. I've worked with private clients and have done nutritional analysis of menus for restaurants. In my current position with the Midwest Dairy Council, I help manage the health and wellness team. I also serve as the media spokesperson in the Chicago market. I have created and led various projects in my role, including work with collegiate student-athletes and Fuel Up to Play 60, a culinary program, ...