Jessica Smith is a registered dietitian nutritionist and chef with an educational background in culinary arts, clinical nutrition, and wellness. She graduated from Johnson & Wales University in Denver, Colorado, in 2009 with a Bachelor of Science in culinary nutrition. She then went on to complete her dietetic internship and obtain her Master of Science in nutrition & wellness at Benedictine University in Lisle, Illinois, in 2010. Jessica approaches nutrition and wellness coaching with a holistic approach, looking at not only diet, but lifestyle and external factors as well. She has 10+ years of clinical and community nutrition experience, with expertise in working with clients with diabetes mellitus, cardiac conditions, renal disease, liver disease, weight management goals, gastrointestinal disorders, food allergies and sensitivities, hormone dysregulation, and more. She has a specific interest in gut health, hormones, PCOS, fertility, and the use of holistic approaches to support Western medicine.
Disclaimer: It is important to note that food sensitivity testing is distinct from food allergy testing. While both tests share the objective of identifying potential food reactions, they vary in their diagnostic methodology and the types of reactions they detect. Food allergy testing commonly focuses on immediate, life-threatening reactions to foods, while food sensitivity testing aims to detect delayed responses that can be less severe but still affect one's health. Therefore, we strongly advise consulting with a qualified healthcare professional to determine which testing approach is most suitable for your particular situation.
