Health and Wellness-focused professional with commitment to pursuing position related to Nutrition and Fitness Counseling/ Coaching. Successfully completed Bachelors Degree in Nutritional Sciences. Certified in Food Science (CFS) via Institute of Food Technologists. Personal Trainer (AAPTE CPT-EFS) with anticipated completion of Certification in Health Coaching through American Council on Exercise (ACE) in Spring of 2017.
Served as nutritional instructor and consultant for DIAFARM, Spain-based pharmaceutical company, specializing in developing natural health solutions in over the counter (OTC) and pharmaceutical markets. Led workshops and trained pharmacists on nutritional components and benefits of new line of diet products.
Recognized as lead nutritionist in OBGYN Department at Lisbon-based Dr. Alfredo da Costa Hospital. Drafted paper on contraceptive methods, which was published in hospital’s magazine and widely read by clinical staff, as well as patients and patients’ families
Consulted with pregnant women afflicted with diabetes, AIDS and high blood pressure. Participated in prenatal classes, as well as other nutrition education-based classes to help women understand how to feed and take care of their newborns. Prepared monthly menus for hospital, which included evaluating food safety and quality procedures. Created easy to understand patient education material and nutritional patient profile Data Base.
Highlighted Achievement: • Studied and conducted research regarding infertility and the connection between nutritional habits and lifestyle choices and used information as part of developing thesis paper for completion of undergraduate degree.
