MS, RD, LDN
Lauren Smith is a registered dietitian based in Jacksonville, Florida with Dietitians of Palm Valley. She received her Bachelor of Science in Dietetics from Florida State University and earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Nutrition from Boston University. Lauren has 11 years of experience and specializes in helping her clients understand why so many mainstream diet programs have consistently never provided the results they wanted. At Dietitians of Palm Valley, she has helped countless clients develop an understanding of nutrition and metabolism, why all foods can fit into a well-balanced diet, and helps teach sustainable strategies for balance while reaching your goals.
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