Jennifer Benson is a Registered Dietician (R.D.) with a degree from Brigham Young University. She has broad experience as a Clinical Dietitian and a Clinical Nutrition Manager in the hospital setting, while working extensively with women, infants, and children. She has also served in various outpatient programs, teaching classes, and working one on one with patients requiring nutrition counseling for weight management, diabetes and heart disease. She is currently building a private practice in Los Angeles, California.

“Nutrition education is my favorite part of being a dietitian. I enjoy working with individuals to help them accomplish their goals. There is no greater satisfaction, and it is why I love this field!”

Articles by Jennifer Benson, R.D.

Is Dieting Making Us Fat?
	People, searching for sound nutrition advice, call me each month to schedule an appointment for nutrition counseling. Many times I am asked by potent ... [ 04-28-2003 ]
Food Journal Printout
	Food Journal Printout ... [ 04-22-2003 ]
Cinching the Belt on America’s Expanding Waistlines
	Obesity in America has become an epidemic. It is estimated that approximately two-thirds of Americans are overweight. Why, despite the many “diets” ou ... [ 03-26-2003 ]
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Email Q & A by Jennifer Benson, R.D.

Nutritionist Q & A: How do I curb sweet cravings?
	Q: I have Fibromyalgia and have taken many medicines that have put weight on me. I have tried to lose but still crave the sweets and chocolate. ... [ 07-30-2003 ]
Q &A: Is there an alternative to flour, sugar & potatoes?
	Q: At a recent conference on fibromyalgia a physician said to remove these items from your diet. I find this to be an impossible task! Is ther ... [ 06-11-2003 ]
Q & A: Is ice cream a fatty food?
	Q: In the world of the 'fattiest foods', where does ice cream fall? - Joanne A:That depends on the kind of ice cream. There are some ... [ 05-14-2003 ]
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