The Deep Dish Dietitians Book Club
Dietitian Bios and Contact Information
Sheila Blacklock RD, BSchttp://www.reclaimwellness.ca/
Sheila believes strongly in the prevention of disease through nutrition and lifestyle. Her success as a registered dietitian is rooted in her passion for sharing nutrition information and her ability to meet people where they're at and empower them to make healthy changes with a big impact. She specializes in providing customized one-on-one nutrition coaching, emotional and mindless eating workshops, and workplace wellness presentations.
Since completing her formal training at the University of British Columbia, Sheila has worked exclusively in private practice and industry where she believes she has the greatest impact on the health and wellbeing of the people who can be most impacted by prevention. To best serve her clients and maintain the highest standard of professionalism, Sheila makes ongoing education and training a priority.
Crystal Higgins, RD BSc
Registered Dietitian
http://www.nuvonutrition.com/
Crystal Higgins is a private practice registered dietitian & nutrition consultant in Vancouver, BC. Throughout her career, she has assisted a wide variety of clients with meal planning, weight-management and implementing healthy eating into a daily lifestyle. Crystal's experience in nutrition also includes working as a nutrition tour leader for Overwaitea Food Group and promoting healthy living in BC schools. Currently, she is working for Medisys Corporate Health, helping local executives navigate the world of nutrition.
Crystal is a BCRPA certified group fitness instructor and understands the importance of balance in both exercise and nutrition. "I am equally passionate about incorporating physical activity as a part of everyday life." She has experience teaching both small and large groups in styles such as: step, body conditioning, kick-box and cardio-dance. Her energy, enthusiasm and electrifying personality will be sure to inspire you to reach your health and fitness goals.
Melissa LeBlanc RD, BScRegistered Dietitian
http://www.everydaynutrition.ca/
Originally from Montreal, Melissa has visited and lived in a number of cities from coast to coast and is proud to call Vancouver her home. Melissa works as a clinical dietitian at Richmond General Hospital where she specializes in inpatient care as well as outpatient care in the Healthy Heart Program. Melissa has a special interest in supporting individuals and families balancing busy lives and the challenges of eating well. She has counselled hundreds of individuals, helping them achieve their goals and find solutions to their food and nutrition challenges. Melissa is an inspiring speaker who captures audiences with her dynamic approach and practical solutions to eating well! She is also a nutrition tour leader for the Overwaitea Food Group and the founder of Everyday Nutrition, a private nutrition consulting company.
During her down time, you'll find Melissa enjoying Vancouver's beautiful scenery, running along the seawall, or exploring the decadence of local farm-fresh food at the farmer's market. She loves spending time in the kitchen, creating delicious meals and sharing them with family and friends!
Heather McColl RD, BSc
Registered Dietitian
Photo and Bio to Come!
Desiree Nielsen, RD BSc
Registered Dietitian
http://www.eatdrinkbehappy.blogspot.com/
A registered dietitian with Choices Markets, Desiree advocates that good food is the cornerstone of a lifestyle that prevents chronic disease and promotes energy, vitality and overall wellbeing. To her, food is more than the nutrition it provides — it is a vital part of our culture, our celebrations and our lives. Co-Author of A Local Table: the Choices Markets Cookbook, Desiree is a member of the professional advisory board for the Vancouver Chapter of the Canadian Celiac Association. A sought after speaker on a wide range of topics from eating for a healthier body and planet to fighting chronic disease, Desiree’s positive “real world” approach to healthy eating is informative, motivating and practical. Recent media appearances include CTV Your Health, Breakfast Television, Global BC News, CBC Radio and CKNW Radio. Working with Choices provides Desiree with the opportunity to do what she loves most: sharing her passion for food and living well with the community.
Lori Petryk, RD MSc
Registered Dietitian
www.healthylivingbylori.com
A registered dietitian with a master’s degree in nutrition, Lori develops sound nutritional lifestyle programs that combine her passions for healthy eating and sustainable living through worksite wellness initiatives for both public and private industry, as well as individual clients. Lori also teaches public health at the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine, and acts as an Educational Leader for the BC Cancer Agency's Prevention Program. Lori enjoys working with media to educate the public, and has appeared on CTV News Vancouver and Shaw Television’s Urban Rush.
