Lauren Spears, RD, CA | Dietitian

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Overall rating

5.00

About Lauren Spears

Hi, I'm Lauren! I'm a plant-based nutrition expert, registered and licensed dietitian, and owner of Forage Nutrition LLC. At my private practice, I offer culturally inclusive care to people with a variety of health conditions including heart disease, prediabetes, PCOS, weight loss, type 2 diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, GERD, osteoporosis, NAFLD, and more. I enjoy helping clients transition to and navigate a plant-based diet. If you want to transition to plant-based, but are concerned about meeting all your nutrient needs, you're in the right place. If you're already plant-based and have a health condition, trying to figure out what to eat can be daunting and confusing. A lack of social support makes it even harder. I’m here to be your trusted, qualified partner on your food journey. I value your values. I see clients who are vegans, omnivores, and everyone in between. So consider this a shame-free zone. I want to help you live a long, happy life undefined and unhindered by disease. I'm licensed by the state of New York and based in Detroit, MI. I completed my Bachelor’s degree in nutrition and dietetics and I'm currently working on my Master’s degree in nutrition from Andrews University. I completed over 1200 supervised practice hours, mostly at Goshen Hospital. My dietetic internship included a rotation with the Dean Ornish UnDo It Program for reversing heart disease. I have helped hundreds of people achieve their health goals, improve their relationship with food, improve their lab work, and reduce symptoms of chronic disease. With all my experience in clinical, community, wellness, & private practice- nothing beats living it out & practicing what you preach. I've lived a plant-based vegan lifestyle for over 8 years. And I have lived experience with improving my own cholesterol, GI issues, and bone health with the power of nutrition. I provide 100% evidence-based, empathetic care, personalized for your unique needs.

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Popular visit reasons

Diabetes Consultation

Diabetes Education

Metabolic Detoxification

New Patient Visit

Obesity / Weight Loss Consultation

Obesity Nutrition Consultation

Type 2 Diabetes

Weight Loss Consultation

Diabetes Consultation

Diabetes Education

Metabolic Detoxification

New Patient Visit

Education and background

Practice names

Fay Nutrition & Dietetics - 5

Board certifications

Commission on Dietetic Registration
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) (Commission on Dietetic Registration)
Registered Dietitian (RD) (Commission on Dietetic Registration)

Education and training

Andrews University, Master's in Dietetics
Andrews University (Bachelor's)

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1588368245

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5.00

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What practice does Lauren Spears work with?

Lauren Spears works with Fay Nutrition & Dietetics - 5.

Which board certifications does Lauren Spears have?

Lauren Spears is certified by Commission on Dietetic Registration, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) (Commission on Dietetic Registration), and Registered Dietitian (RD) (Commission on Dietetic Registration).

What are common reasons for patients to see Lauren Spears?

Lauren Spears frequently sees patients for Diabetes Consultation, New Patient Visit, Obesity / Weight Loss Consultation, Type 2 Diabetes, and Weight Loss Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Lauren Spears on their profile.