Ep 17 - Kathryn Thompson RDN, LD
Conversation 17: The Story, Journey and Passion of Registered Dietitian, Kathryn Thompson, RDN, LD “Finding the balance of what you eat and what you do is very important for someone recovering from an eating disorder because it can become an issue for compulsive exercise. When I teach multiple (fitness) classes a day, you won’t see me going all out. I am the instructor and I’m their (participants) biggest cheerleader in the room. That balance, I’ve found that and it works for me because I have to be very aware of things in my life. ” - Kathryn Thompson, RDN, LD My conversation today is with Kathryn Thompson, RDN, LD Kathryn is someone I have had the joy of collaborating with on different projects involving school nutrition and health. I remember the first day I met Kathryn and her smile and energy were absolutely contagious. As I have gotten to know her over the years, we developed a great friendship and I learned more about her journey to being a registered dietitian nutritionist. She has had an eating disorder and opens up about she realized she needed treatment. Her biggest influence in her decision to become a dietitian, was discovered during her personal recovery. Please enjoy my conversation with Kathryn. Links from the Conversation Connect with Kathryn through email at kathryn.thompson@mchsi.com Des Moines Area Community College Culinary Arts (DMACC) Eating Disorders Dual Dependency Treatment Center Iowa State University Dietetics Program Corporate Wellness Programs Long Term Care Food Service Director Midwest Dairy Council School Nutrition Program Independent Dietitian Consultant
