Author name: Sangeeta Shrivastava

Dr. Sangeeta Shrivastava, MS, Ph.D. RDN, FAND With more than 15 years of combined experience in settings and academia, Dr. Sangeeta brings a unique and personalized approach to healthcare. She believes in integrating care methods to ensure possible health outcomes, for her patients. Originally starting her career as a consulting dietitian and nutritionist in India in 1995 Dr. Sangeeta later moved to the United States where she pursued education to become a registered dietitian. Since then, she has been actively working as both a dietitian and a university professor. EDUCATION • I hold a Ph.D., in Nutritional Biochemistry. • I have a Master's degree in Food and nutrition. • Completed the Didactic Program in Dietetics. • Successfully completed a Dietetic Internship. CERTIFICATIONS & TRAININGS • I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist certified by the "Commission on Dietetic Registration." • Completed specialized training in Obesity Interventions for Adults certified by the Commission on Dietetic Registration. • Trained as a Registered Dietitian by Monash University for FODMAP interventions. • Certified as a ServSafe Food Protection Manager since 2011. • Received training and certification in Integrative and Functional Nutrition. AWARDS & HONORS • Recognized as an Emerging Dietetic Leader by the CA Academy in 2018. • Received the Star Award for IND MIG at FNCE Washington, DC in 2018. • Acknowledged as an Outstanding Faculty member for Cal Poly Pomona Athletics in 2019. • Elected as a Fellow of the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics in 2020. • Recognized for Excellence in Community Nutrition in April 2022. Management • Currently serving as Chair of Indians in Nutrition and Dietetics (IND MIG) from 2021 to 2022. • Acted as CA Coordinator for DIFM Dietetic Practice Group since 2017. • Served on the Nominating Committee of the CA Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics from 2018 to 2020. • Held the position of President for CAND Orange District from 2015 to 2017. PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS • Member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics since 2003. • Affiliated with the CA Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics since 2003. • Active participant within CAND Orange District. • Supporter Member of IAAND. • Involved with Dietitians in Integrative and Functional Nutrition; Dietetic Practice Group. • Engaged in Sports, Cardiovascular, and Wellness Nutrition; Dietetic Practice Group. • Participating in Oncology Nutrition; Dietetic Practice Group. • Contributing to Nutrition Support; Dietetic Practice Group. • Involved with Nutrition Entrepreneur; Dietetic Practice Group. • Member of Indians in Nutrition and Dietetics; Member Interest Group. • Active participant in Global; Member Interest Group. EXPERTISE • Specialized in Disease Management through Medical Nutrition Therapy for conditions such as Metabolic syndrome, Diabetes, Kidney Disease, Heart Disease, and Cancer. • Proficient in Weight Management through Lifestyle Modifications. • Experienced in Wellness and Preventive Nutrition. • Knowledgeable about Vegetarian/Vegan Nutrition. • Skilled in Gastrointestinal Health. • Expertise in Geriatric Nutrition. • Proficient in Sports Nutrition for Young Athletes. • Knowledgeable, about Pregnancy/Lactation nutrition needs. • Well-versed with Integrative Nutrition approaches. • Experienced Family Wellness Nutrition practitioner.