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Lauren George | Registered & Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)
How it Started
It all started for me when I began as a volunteer at Community Volunteers in Medicine (CVIM) located in West Chester, PA. I saw the enormous impact that medical providers had on the community, and that made a huge impression on me. That experience inspired me to seek a profession in healthcare, ultimately leading me to becoming the registered dietitian I am today. One of the services provided by CVIM was in the field of nutrition and dietetics. I enjoyed teaching patients the benefits of functional nutrition. I would teach them how to best cook foods provided by the food pantry and provide them with information about the nutritional value of those foods. In many cases, the patients I worked with had never tried these healthy, fresh foods. Most were surprised at how much they enjoyed the foods and how easy they were to prepare.
My Calling
Seeing the positive impact I was having on people’s lives, I knew I had found my calling. I decided to pursue a career in nutrition and dietetics and become a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN). As I researched the process, it became clear that becoming an (RDN) was a very serious undertaking. To be a Nutritionist did not require any minimum credentials, nor are most Nutritionists regulated by a governing body. That just wasn’t the path for me. I wanted to be able to assist all kinds of people. From people with specific medical needs, to those just trying to improve their overall health and wellness or shave a minute off of that extra mile. The certifications of an RDN would allow me to provide medical nutrition therapy (MNT) to people with adverse health conditions.
My Journey
So, I completed my training at Penn Medicine, where I focused on personalized nutrition counseling. This type of counseling does not end after a 1-hour session. Personalized nutrition counseling is an ongoing relationship which allows me to consult on a wide range of issues. The next step was receiving my certification from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. To earn the certification, I had to meet the following requirements:
- Have a bachelor’s degree or higher qualification at a regionally accredited university or college in the U.S.
- Have the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) or the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics accredit or approve their coursework.
- Complete 1,200 hours of supervised practice through an ACEND-accredited practice program.
- Pass a national examination that the Commission on Dietetic Registration administer.
- Complete continuing professional educational requirements to maintain registration.
Professional Credentials
My experience is not limited to clinical nutrition and disease states and assisting clients with weight loss and fitness goals. I also have experience with adolescents and adults in sports nutrition. I was the Head Tennis Coach and Team Dietitian at Devon Preparatory School in Devon, PA. I have helped our team to the pinnacle of performance and winning the Boys Doubles Pennsylvania Championship in 2021. At such a high level of tennis skill, nutrition and fitness are what put us over the top.
I have also counseled young men with weight gain to avoid injury in contact sports like varsity high school basketball and lacrosse. My sports nutrition experience is not limited to adolescents. I have assisted adult athletes realize their performance goals through a robust nutrition program coupled with individualized training. For example, I recently was able to assist a client in shaving strokes off his golf game and he is now playing his all time best.
Lastly, I have helped both college and professional athletes navigate nutrition. One recent college soccer player went from scoring 4 goals to scoring 11 goals in one season after working with me. He reported being much less fatigued and more focused.
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Testimonials
“Lauren helped me immensely with a GI/Autoimmune condition I have. She is knowledgeable, responsive, and thinks through the issues based on the particulars of the situation. I’d highly recommend Lauren!” ~ P D, GI Disease Nutrition Therapy
“Lauren was very thorough and took the time to answer all my questions. I had a lot if misconceptions about what was healthy for me to be eating and especially about what one serving of things like ice cream and peanut butter is!” ~ David B.
“I was in search of improving my overall health and wasn’t quite sure where to start because there is so much conflicting information on the internet. Lauren helped me sift through all the myths and provided a plan that focused on my preferences and my busy schedule. She is a great dietitian if you are looking for a solution that will work long term.” ~ Tiffany K.
“I am a college soccer player who was looking to improve my game and energy levels. After working with Lauren, my performance improved from 4 goals per season to 11. I highly recommend Lauren if you want to up your game.” ~ Chinonyerem A., Sports Nutrition & Performance client
“Was introduced to Lauren George by a family member. I was a general practitioner for 40 years and had Crohn’s disease for all of my professional career. Unfortunately not much time was spent in med school 50 years ago on diet and nutrition. After multiple meds and two surgeries, I still felt I did not have a firm handle on diet. Then I met Lauren , who guided me through an IBD diet of not only what to eat, but how much food at one sitting, how to prepare it, and how to obtain the most nutrition out of my diet. Since my sessions with Lauren I have been able to give up a lot of the auxiliary meds I was taking. I feel more GI comfort and feel I have better control of my disease, with my excellent GI care and diet and nutritional coaching from Lauren George, life is a lot more livable.” ~ Harry Bruley, Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT)
“Lauren was instrumental in kick starting my return to a healthier lifestyle. She taught me when and what to eat which resulted in pounds lost. At her encouragement, I increased my physical activity and got stronger. I am sleeping better and overall feel healthier. Lauren is always available for questions and is very responsive. She has provided me all the information I need to continue on this path. I highly recommend using Lauren and her services!” ~ Ruth A.
“I started working with Lauren last year due to issues with my Crohn’s disease. The way I was eating was making things work. I appreciated that Lauren approached my situation with great compassion and understanding. I truly felt listened to and that I could trust her. I highly recommend working with her to help feeling better and taking control of your nutrition.” ~ Andrew V., Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT)
“Highly recommend Lauren. She is very knowledgeable when it comes to food and how your body works. Our first meeting felt so effortless and comfortable. I was able to lose 5lbs in the first 4 weeks after meeting with her. She is your cheerleader and coach all in one. Absolutely amazing!” ~ Mayi P., Weight Management Consulting client
“Working with Lauren George was very valuable. She gave me actionable advice which was directly responsible for measurable improvements in my health.” ~ Sarah A.
“Lauren serves as a consultant for our Penn State Harrisburg Men's Basketball Program. She has made a positive impact on our team's success. The demands of practicing, weight training, and conditioning can put a strain on an athlete's system. Lauren carefully crafts detailed strategies for each of our student-athlete's dietary needs. The strategies are straight forward, and quite attainable. We are not resourced with an in-house training that Power 5 conferences have. Lauren's plans allow our student-athletes to work with the food options available to each of them in order to maximize their performances physically and mentally.” ~ Donald F., Sports Nutrition & Performance client
“I'm so glad I found Lauren after searching around for dietitians. I had gained significant weight a few years ago and finally made a resolution to lose it before my 40th birthday. Lauren had a structured approach with monthly check-in/weigh ins. She calibrated my caloric intake based on the level of activity I was doing, gave me helpful menu breakdowns for each caloric range that I was able to use as a model for what I chose for myself (foods that I liked), and helped guide me towards a balanced approach to losing the weight. I was motivated to follow the plan - but never felt deprived of anything or hungry, and I was able to lose a steady 4-ish pounds per month. Between my diet and regular exercise I was able to lose 50lbs in a year and fit back into clothes from ten years ago. Even better when my insurance paid for my visits. Would 100% recommend.” ~ Alyssa B., Weight Management Consulting client
“I started cycling 10years ago and managed to keep my weight in check, but never really lost and was still overweight. Working with Lauren allowed me to change my diet (slightly), we focused on timing of eating and I dropped 20lbs and have kept it off for a year. This spring I was able to complete a 100mile gravel/road ride! My lasting results would not have been possible without Lauren’s dedication to my diet and performance goals. Thanks Lauren!” ~ John G., Weight Management Consulting client
“I was interested in losing weight and began using the weight loss app, Noom. I became frustrated when I started to plateau. Lauren was able to create a personalized nutrition and training plan that help me not only meet my weight loss and fitness goals but exceed them by dropping an additional 10 pounds past my target weight. Lauren was the ideal coach to understand my individual goals and how to successfully integrate them into my lifestyle.” ~ Jason F., Weight Management Consulting client
“I am an avid, competitive golfer who was seeking a healthier lifestyle, weight loss, and improved athletic performance. Lauren’s hands-on approach to nutrition counseling, coaching, and training helped create healthy and sustainable habits. These new habits led to weight loss, better season-long performance and improvement (including my all time best score of 75), and shaved 2 strokes off my handicap, taking me to the single digits!” ~ Mike O., Sports Nutrition & Performance client
“My daughter and I met with Lauren to help her eat a more healthy, balanced diet. Lauren was kind and compassionate and gave my daughter practical, actionable suggestions on how to select nutrient-rich foods. She even gave my daughter some recipes for us to try.
Lauren combines her personable manner with a deep understanding of the science behind good nutrition. She clearly explained not only “what” my daughter should be eating but the “why” behind it as well. I would definitely recommend Lauren to anyone looking to engage in a more healthy eating style.” ~ Emily S., Teen Nutrition Counseling client
“My father has had Crohn’s disease for 40 years, with colon resection 40 years ago and recently Crohn’s became cancerous and had to have an additional surgery. He lost 2/3rds of his colon, lost terminal ileum, with an anastomoses of remaining small bowel to descending colon. In addition, he has kidney stones. This was a very complex dietary challenge to provide adequate nutrition, vitamin intake, anti-inflammatory foods, low oxalate foods, and bile sequestration.
Lauren was incredible in devising a diet that addressed all these issues and continued to do research and readjust as his needs and symptoms dictated. I feel Lauren’s concern and direction has given him a higher quality of life. She also was very empathetic and followed up regularly to see how things were going. Lauren provided an excellent balance of knowledge, dietary direction, and personal connection that has contributed to a very good outcome.” ~ Amy F., Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT)
“Lauren is an accomplished nutritionist. Proof is in the pudding. She guided my 17 year old in changing his eating and exercise habits which increased his energy levels, toned his body, and increased his strength which all contributed to his having an excellent tennis season and ultimately led to a men’s state doubles championship this year!” ~ Mark B., Personalized Nutrition Counseling and Sports Performance Training for a Teen
“Lauren interviewed me as a nutritional analysis patient as I was trying to lose weight and learn more about nutrition and why I may have been having issues. Through our interviews we had very informative discussions about nutrition, calories, macros, weight loss strategies, apps to use as well as a menu plan with proper food balance and calories recommendations.
I really enjoyed working with Lauren and learned a lot from her knowledge and guidance. I have successfully been losing weight and I believe some of the guidance and structure Lauren has given me was a benefit. I would recommend Lauren as a nutritional consultant.” ~ Cynthia S., Personalized Nutrition Plan
Now Accepting Major Health Insurance Plans
Our Dietitian and Nutritionist accepts Insurance
At Main Line Nutrition and Fitness, we are committed to providing accessible and quality healthcare to our patients. We are pleased to inform you that we accept most major health insurance plans. Our goal is to make your healthcare experience as seamless as possible, and accepting a wide range of health insurance options is part of that commitment. Most major health insurers understand the importance of evidence-based Registered Dietitian nutrition interventions and include nutrition counseling as a preventive service, meaning there is likely no cost to the patient. A systematic review by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics provided evidence stating adults who are overweight or obese and seek weight management interventions provided by a dietitian result in significantly decreased BMI and waist circumference, and increased percent weight loss. Note, weight management is just one part of our expertise!
If you have any questions about whether we accept your insurance plan, please don't hesitate to call your insurance company or check your portal to verify benefits. We understand that navigating the world of insurance can be complex, so we have provided links to each insurance company’s member portal.