Lara Hamilton

About Lara

Lara Hamilton, RD, LDN, CDCES is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator with over 25 years of experience providing nutrition counseling and education for general wellness, weight loss, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, gastrointestinal issues and autoimmune disease. She has a special interest in counseling people with autoimmune and celiac disease as she was diagnosed with celiac disease in 2007. Lara is the co-author of the American Diabetes Association's (ADA) best-selling The Diabetes Cookbook, Healthy Calendar Diabetic Cooking, The Healthy Carb Diabetes Cookbook and Gluten-Free Recipes for People with Diabetes (2004, 2012, 2013, 2018). Lara has previously worked as the Diabetes Center Coordinator and Dietitian at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago.

Approach to care

I have had several health issues over the years that helped me learn first hand that Food Is Medicine and food is meant to be enjoyed too! I'm passionate about helping people eat healthier to improve their physical and emotional health. I will also tailor the sessions to be specific for the client's needs, food preferences and lifestyle.

Your first session with Lara

I will ask many questions and truly listen to your health history and story. I will find out what you would like to accomplish for your specific condition. I will individualize an eating plan to help you reach your goals. Many people leave saying they feel inspired and are excited to start living a healthier life.

Location

📍 Naperville, Illinois

Education

BS Dietetics Indiana University

Hobbies

Walking outdoors, cooking, strength training, cheering for my kids at their sporting events and love being on a lake in the summer.

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