Vandana Sheth, RDN, CDCES, FAND

Many dietetic interns are interested in becoming entrepreneurial practitioners focusing on private practice. When CSUSB intern Sofia Marsetti asked to interview a success story in this area, Vandana Sheth was top of the list! Learn more about Vandana’s career journey in this short, but informative Q & A.

Sofia Marsetti: What was your motivation to start your own business?

Vandana Sheth: The number one motivation for starting my own business was for greater freedom and flexibility with my schedule as well as being able to serve clients in a more meaningful way.

SM: Which is the biggest nutrition challenge you see for clients that follow or want to follow a vegetarian diet?

VS: Some of the key nutrition challenges that my clients who wish to follow a vegetarian diet are that they may not have buy in from their families. Although they want to follow a vegetarian diet, they are not knowledgeable about how to create simple and flavorful meals without relying on too many processed foods.

SM: Based on your experience speaking with clients with newly diagnosed diabetes, what is the first piece of nutrition advice you share?

VS: Diabetes is a manageable condition and that with a few tweaks, education and support they can thrive. They can enjoy their favorite foods as part of a healthy diabetes friendly diet.

SM: As a public speaker and writer, how do you keep informed about food and nutrition topics?

VS: I am always learning. We live in a very fast paced world and it is critical that we stay up-to-date with our knowledge base. I read a lot, actively participate in conferences, webinars, presentations, and stay connected with professional organizations to support my desire to stay informed.

SM: What is the most valuable tool in your kitchen?

VS: My pressure cooker

SM: What is your favorite recipe?

VS: A homemade curried pumpkin and lentil soup or salad featuring greens, berries, nuts, seeds with a light dressing.

Learn more about Vandana Sheth, RDN, CDCES, FAND:

www.vandanasheth.com/

T: @VandanaShethRD

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/vandanasheth/

IG: @vandanasheth