About the Authors

Sharon Madalis, MS, RD, LDN, CDE
Sharon Madalis is a Registered Dietitian who counsels clients in a variety of outpatient clinics at Geisinger Medical Center in central Pennsylvania. From her experiences as a dietitian, she became inspired to create a series of nutrition books focused on promoting healthier lifestyles for people in occupations with difficult and stressful work environments. Sharon has an undergraduate degree in Medical Dietetics from Penn State University and a Master’s degree in Instructional Technology from Bloomsburg University. She is a Certified Diabetes Educator and holds a Certificate of Training in Adult Weight Management through the American Dietetic Association/Commission on Dietetic Registration. Sharon is not only excited to start the series with this book but also to be collaborating on the book with one of her former interns, April Rudat.

April Rudat, MS Ed, RD, LDN
April Rudat is a Registered Dietitian in private practice and works as a writer, speaker, and nutrition counselor for adults, children, and families who want to attain a healthier weight (www.dietitianapril.com). April is also the author of the book, “Oh Yes You Can Breastfeed Twins!” which published in 2007 and has sold over 1,300 copies (www.ohyesyoucanbreastfeedtwins.com). She also works as part-time adjunct faculty at Marywood University in Scranton, PA. April has a Master’s degree in Counseling from Old Dominion University in Norfolk, VA, and she received her undergraduate degree from Indiana University of Pennsylvania in Indiana, PA. She completed her dietetic internship experience at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, PA, under the supervision of Sharon Madalis. She also holds a Certificate of Training in Adult Weight Management through the American Dietetic Association/ Commission on Dietetic Registration.

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