Deborah A. Rudé, MS, RD has been the top local dietitian/ nutritionist and media nutrition consultant in Los Angeles for fourteen years. Recently, she was named “Young Dietitian of the Year,” by the American Dietetics Association and served as President of the Los Angeles Dietetics Association. She is the world's first “Livitician,” a term she coined as an alternative to “dietitian,” to emphasize eating without deprivation. Currently, Rudé has a private practice conducting individualized nutrition counseling, nutrition education, corporate seminars, class lectures, health fairs, television/radio interviews. Rudé is one of the most sought-after speakers and spokespeople in the area of nutrition, wellness and optimal lifestyle. She regularly conducts seminars for large organizations and corporations, and is frequently featured in both print and electronic media including “Today,” CNN, Discovery Health Channel, Parenting magazine, and Fitness magazine. Visit her website at www.livitician.com.