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Registered Dietitian Expertise Food, Nutrition, Health and Wellness Education Michigan State University, University of Illinois at Chicago linkedin instagram Highlights Registered dietitian with an MS degree in nutrition science and a background in public relations and communicationsFounder of Amanda Baker Lemein Nutrition, a health and wellness consulting practice serving both private clients and brandsNationally-recognized food and nutrition expert, regularly featured in major media outlets Healthy eating should be personalized, sustainable and enjoyable. My mission is to help find a balanced approach to nutrition that includes all food groups and avoids overly-restrictive rules. I became a registered dietitian to help empower people to create a healthy lifestyle that is specific to their individual needs. As a communications consultant for media outlets and brands, I play a translational role between nutrition science and the consumer to offer clear and applicable health and wellness information. — Amanda Baker Lemein, MS, RD Experience As a nationally-recognized food and nutrition expert, Amanda Baker Lemein, MS, RD, is regularly featured in media outlets, quoted in publications and consulted by editors, authors, brands, and private clients alike. With an approachable philosophy to healthy eating, she works to break down nutrition myths and provide realistic, evidence-based advice. Amanda’s background as a public relations and communications consultant combined with her work in private practice provides a unique perspective for consumer needs in the health and wellness space. She works with media outlets and brands to create health and wellness content that is not only factual and accurate but also easy to understand and apply in daily life. While working with private clients, Amanda helps find a personalized approach to healthy eating that fits their individual health and wellness needs, goals, and lifestyle. With a philosophy that all foods fit into healthy living, she works with clients to find balance without food fear. As a trusted food and nutrition consultant, Amanda has worked with a variety of national brands ranging from food companies to hospitality chains. She is also a Nutrition Advisor for Women’s Health magazine’s editorial board and a past contributor for outlets including Shape, SELF, Reader’s Digest, Real Simple, POPSUGAR, and more. Education Amanda is a registered dietitian and licensed nutritionist. She received a bachelor’s degree from Michigan State University and a master’s degree in nutrition science from the University of Illinois at Chicago. 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