SPEAKING
Dr. Young lectures internationally on a wide variety of nutrition topics including portion control and the obesity epidemic, current wellness trends, mindful eating, healthy living made easy, nutrition secrets to live longer, integrative nutrition, the latest in weight control, nutrition and heart health, women’s health, and current issues and controversies in the nutrition field. She also conducts group classes and workshops on nutrition, weight management, and behavior modification.
Click here for more information on Dr. Young’s speaking engagements.
Dr. Young lectures at many prestigious organizations, universities, medical centers, wellness centers, spas, resorts, retreats, and other facilities. She has presented at:
- The European Parliament
- American Heart Association
- American Public Health Association
- Society of Nutrition Education and Behavior
- Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
- NYU Medical Center
- Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons
- Weill Cornell Medicine
- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
- Orthodox Union
- Urban Zen
- Rancho La Puerta
- Pritikin Longevity Institute
- Boca West Country Club
- Kehilath Jeshurun
- Fifth Avenue Synagogue
- Saroka Medical Center
- Israel Cancer Research Fund
- Today’s Dietitian
- The Ramaz School
- Congregation Shearith Israel
- Chabad of the Hamptons
- The Spence School
- And many other venues…
COUNSELING
Lisa R. Young, PhD, RDN, CDN/LDN is an internationally recognized nutritionist in private practice and offers nutrition counseling and coaching to adults, children, and families. Dr. Young designs personalized programs that are healthy, safe, and practical, while also incorporating the latest scientific research. Through her individualized approach, and her emphasis on portion control and mindful eating, she teaches clients to stop dieting and learn how to eat sensibly while incorporating the foods they love. Clients learn how to make long-term and realistic changes to achieve and maintain a better relationship with food and a healthier body weight (if desired).
As a seasoned professional with 25+ years of experience, Dr. Young focuses on the whole person, integrating mind and body. Dr. Young meets you where you are while honoring your uniqueness and helping you make food and lifestyle choices that support you and your health. Dr. Young helps to make it easy to eat well, feel better, and lead a happier + healthier life.
While Dr. Young is based in New York and South Florida, she also works with clients all over the world via virtual sessions.
Dr. Young provides medical nutrition therapy on a wide variety of issues including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, thyroid disorders, and women’s health. She evaluates your current eating and lifestyle behaviors and makes appropriate and personalized recommendations while taking your medical history into account. She also provides nutrition plans in conjunction with your physician and therapist to insure a successful outcome.
Dr. Young offers group coaching and behavior modification classes virtually, onsite, at your office, or at a convenient location for your group. She also offers weight-loss medication support. Dr. Young provides guidance on balancing GLP-1 medications with healthy diets and mindful eating practices.
Contact Dr. Young HERE to find out more about working together or to schedule an appointment.
Dr. Young was named “Portion-control expert of the Year 2024” by North America Business Awards/New World Report.
Dr. Young was named “Nutritionist of the Year 2024” by the Global Business Awards.
Dr. Young was named “Nutritionist of the Year 2024” by LUXlife.
Dr. Young was named “Nutritionist of the Year 2023” by Global Health and Pharma (GHP).
Here are testimonials from happy clients.
FEATURE ARTICLES AND OP-EDS (recent selected)
Young LR. Dispelling nutrition myths: separating facts from fiction. The Jewish Link. July 4, 2024.
Young LR. High protein foods to keep in your diet. Bottom Line Health. July 2, 2024.
Young LR. Is dried fruit healthy? Bottom Line. June 27, 2024.
Young LR. What to eat–and avoid–on semaglutide. US News World Report. May 22, 2024.
Young LR. Eat healthy on your next road trip. Bottom Line Health. May 15, 2024.
Young LR. PUER Platter: Snapper or Seabass for Supper. Campden FB. April 16, 2024.
Young LR. What makes a diet healthy? US News & World Report. December 23, 2023.
Young LR. Foods and drinks for deep sleep. US News & World Report. December 6, 2023.
Young LR. Best healthy foods you should be eating. US News & World Report. October 23, 2023.
Young LR. Beyond EVOO. Bottom Line Health. September 16, 2023.
Young LR. How to make pizza healthier? US News & World Report. August 15, 2023.
Young LR. Redesign your kitchen for healthy eating. US News & World Report. June 8, 2023.
Young LR. Best foods for the brain. US News & World Report. November 14, 2022.
Young LR. The secret to portion control. Bottom Line Health. October 2022, p1.
Young LR. Added sugars hiding in your diet. US News & World Report. August 1, 2022.
Young LR. 6 foods for healthy, glowing skin. US News & World Report. April 18, 2022.
Young LR. 7 weight-loss tips to follow for life. US News & World Report. March 1, 2022.
Young LR. Overweight? Portion sizes could be the culprit. Smart Lifebites. Feb 1, 2022.
Young LR. 5 foods we eat too much of. US News and World Report. January 24, 2022.
Young LR. 6 foods for better sleep. US News and World Report. November 24, 2021.
Young LR. 7 habits for a long, healthy life. US News & World Report. September 14, 2021.
Young LR. 5 portion size mistakes you are probably making. US News & World Report. July 21, 2021.
Young LR. Perfect snack pairings. US News & World Report. June 1, 2021.
Young LR. Top 10 Healthy Foods to Have in Your Kitchen. US News & World Report. April 15, 2021.
Young LR. 11 healthy food swaps to lose weight. US News & World Report. March 11, 2021.
Young LR. Good nutrition all year round. L’Chaim. [The health & wellness newsletter of the Claims Conference] December 2020.
Young LR. 5 nutrition myths debunked. Smart LifeBites. May 6, 2020.
Young LR. What superfoods can do for your health. Smart Lifebites. January 9, 2020.
Young LR. The truth about plant based burgers: Is vegan meat really healthier? Bottom Line Health. July 2020.
Young LR. What does celery juice do for you? Why this diet and wellness fad is mostly wishful thinking. NBCnews.com. May 19, 2019. Available at https://www.nbcnews.com/think/opinion/what-does-celery-juice-do-you-why-diet-wellness-fad-ncna1007171
Young LR. What are slow carbs? Can they help you lose weight and be healthier. TODAY.com. March 18, 2019. Available at https://www.today.com/health/what-are-slow-carbs-how-they-can-help-you-lose-t147962
Young LR. Regular-size yourself: Portion sizes keep growing; consumers must fight back (OP-ED). New York Daily News March 13, 2019. Available at https://www.nydailynews.com/opinion/ny-oped-regular-size-yourself-20190313-story.html
Young LR. Keep a food diary: the secret to eating healthier. Bottom Line Health. January 2019.
Young LR. Need an energy boost? These 5 foods will do the trick. Bottom Line Health September 2017.
Young LR. An insiders look at the new food labels. Bottom Line Health. September 2016. http://bottomlineinc.com/insiders-look-new-food-label/
Young LR. Smaller sodas, healthier lives (OP-ED). New York Daily News September 27, 2012, p 30. Available at: http://www.nydailynews.com/opinion/smaller-sodas-healthier-lives-article-1.1168901
ARTICLES AND BLOG POSTS
For updates, see blog posts regularly featured on drlisayoung.com/blog/
Young LR. 14 small and simple steps to be healthier in 2018. Huffington Post. January 8, 2018. https://contributor.huffingtonpost.com/cms/post/5a543889e4b0f9b24bf31a4d
Young LR. Eat, drink, and be healthy this holiday season. Huffington Post. December 18, 2017. https://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/eat-drink-and-be-healthy-this-holiday-season_us_5a3808c0e4b0e7f1200cfd6b
Young LR. Fighting breast cancer one vegetable at a time: a tribute to my grandmother. Huffington Post, November 3, 2017. https://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/59fd08dee4b05e3e1f0a0133
Young LR. Enjoy these 5 whole grains for better health. Huffington Post, September 25, 2017. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/enjoy-these-5-whole-grains-for-better-health_us_59c9c2b7e4b0b7022a646d44
Young LR. Need an energy boost? These 5 foods will do the trick. Bottom Line Health September 2017.
Young LR. 8 portion-control hacks that really work. Huffington Post, August 15, 2017. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/8-portion-control-hacks-that-really-work_us_5993731ae4b0a88ac1bc37f2
Young LR. 5 patriotic hacks to try this July 4th! Huffington Post. July 4, 2017. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/5-patriotic-hacks-to-try-this-4th-of-july-they-are_us_595ab0c5e4b0c85b96c66405
Young LR. 11 tips to make your grocery trip a whole lot healthier. Huffington Post. May 21, 2017. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/59223555e4b0b28a33f62d8b#
Young LR. Spring clean your diet with these 6 easy tips. Huffington Post. April 6, 2017. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/58e6c22de4b0d6001f07f32b
Young LR. Healthy or hype? 5 food label claims that may seduce you to overeat. Huffington Post. March 9, 2017. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/healthy-or-hype-5-food-label-claims-that-may-seduce_us_58c1eb82e4b0c3276fb7831b
Young LR. Eat more of these foods for a healthy heart. Huffington Post. February 6, 2017. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/eat-more-of-these-foods-for-a-healthy-heart_us_5897ec45e4b0985224db5707
Young LR. Try these 10 simple tips for a healthier 2017. Huffington Post. January 16, 2017. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/587d5e18e4b06992b1b60a4d?timestamp=1484623454776
Young LR. 7 tips to keep your weight–and waist in check this holiday season. Huffington Post. December 16, 2016. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/5854639be4b06ae7ec2a3e59?timestamp=1481926189399
Young LR. The FDA wants to know how much Nutella YOU eat. Huffington Post. December 6, 2016. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/fda-wants-to-know-how-muc_b_13114708.html
Young LR. Avoid these portion pitfalls that may derail your diet. Huffington Post. November 14, 2016. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/avoid-these-5-portion-pit_b_12803770.html
Young LR. FDA wants to know what you consider a ‘healthy’ food product. Huffington Post. October 5, 2016. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/fda-wants-to-know-what-you-consider-a-healthy-food-product_b_12344104.html
Young LR. Add these 6 superfoods to your diet this fall. Huffington Post. September 16, 2016. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/add-these-6-superfoods-to-your-diet-this-fall_b_12052860.html
Young LR. 7 healthy back-to-school tips. Huffington Post. August 25, 2016. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/7-healthy-back-to-school-tips_b_11685674.html
Young LR. 5 ways to build a healthy sandwich. Huffington Post. August 2, 2016. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/5-ways-to-build-a-healthy-sandwich_b_11299440.html
Young LR. Portion control made easy for summer. Huffington Post. July 12, 2016. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/portion-control-made-easy-for-summer_b_10946802.html
Young LR. Cooking tricks for much healthier foods. Bottom Line Health. July 2016. http://bottomlineinc.com/cooking-tricks-much-healthier-foods/
Young LR. 18 tips for a healthier summer. Huffington Post. June 27, 2016. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/18-tips-for-a-healthier-s_b_10662634.html
Young LR. New food labels reflect how much we really eat. Huffington Post. May 25, 2016. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/new-food-labels-reflect-how-much-we-really-eat_b_10124016.html
Young LR. 7 nutrition secrets to live a longer–and healthier–life. Huffington Post. May 13, 2016. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/7-nutrition-secrets-to-live-a-longer-healthier-life_b_9959332.html
Young LR. Spring clean your diet with these 10 simple tips. Huffington Post. April 21, 2016. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/springclean-your-diet-wit_b_9753964.html
Young LR. Larger serving sizes on food labels may encourage us to eat less. Huffington Post. April 6, 2016. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/larger-serving-sizes-on-food-labels-may-encourage-us-to-eat-less_b_9618174.html
Young LR. 10 tips to savor the flavor of eating right. Huffington Post. March 9, 2016. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/10-simple-tips-to-savor-the-flavor-of-eating-right_b_9376180.html
Young LR. Add these foods to your diet for a healthy heart. Huffington Post. February 19, 2016. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/add-these-foods-to-your-diet-for-a-healthy-heart_b_9240060.html
Young LR. 5 tips to keep your restaurant meal way under 1000 calories. Huffington Post. February 10, 2016. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/5-tips-to-keep-your-restaurant-meal-way-under-1000-calories_b_9162466.html
Young LR. The new dietary guidelines recommend eating more fruits and vegetables, less added sugar and saturated fat. Huffington Post. January 19, 2016. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/the-new-dietary-guideline_2_b_9011622.html
Young LR. Drop a few sizes with these 12 simple portion-control tricks. Huffington Post. January 5, 2016. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/12-simple-portion-control-tricks_b_8901692.html
Young LR. 10 tips to supercharge your health this holiday season. Huffington Post. December 20, 2015.Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/10-tips-to-supercharge-your-health-this-holiday-season_b_8829222.html?utm_hp_ref=healthy-living
Young LR. Hold the salt: NYC warning labels and tips you can take to shake the habit. Huffington Post. December 2, 2015. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/hold-the-salt-nyc-warning-labels-and-tips-you-can-take-to-shake-the-habit_b_8699082.html
Young LR. 5 sensible tips to keep from becoming an obesity statistic. Hufington Post. November 20, 2015. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/5-sensible-tips-to-keep-from-becoming-an-obesity-statistic_b_8592574.html
Young LR. 5 kitchen tweaks that could lead to a slimmer waist. Huffington Post. November 5, 2015. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/5-kitchen-tweaks-that-could-lead-to-a-slimmer-waist_b_8482402.html
Young LR. 7 tips to nourish your body and soul. Huffington Post. October 22, 2015. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/7-tips-to-nourish-your-bo_2_b_8332756.html
Young LR. 9 foods this nutritionist stocks in her kitchen. Huffington Post. October 6, 2015. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/9-foods-this-nutritionist-stocks-in-her-kitchen_b_8230750.html
Young LR. Size Matters! 10 simple strategies to overcome portion distortion. Huffington Post. September 18, 2015. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/size-matters-10-simple-st_b_8159438.html
Young LR. Will new food labels encourage us to eat…more?! Huffington Post. September 2, 2015. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/will-new-food-labels-encourage-us-to-eat-more_b_8072362.html
Young LR. A prize may encourage us to eat less. Huffington Post. August 5, 2015. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/portion-size-prize_b_7936562.html
Young LR. Eat these 5 foods to help boost bone health! Huffington Post. July 27, 2015. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/post_9811_b_7865952.html
Young LR. 9 tips for a guilt free 4th of July BBQ. Huffongton Post. July 2, 2015. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/healthy-barbecue_b_7716912.html
Young LR. 12 healthy swaps in time for Summer. Huffington Post. June 19, 2015. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/12-healthy-swaps-in-time-_b_7618120.html
Young LR. Starbucks to mini-size it. Huffington Post. June 1, 2015. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/starbucks-to-minisize-it_b_7473064.html
Young LR. 6 “handy” tips to get you slimmer by summer. Huffington Post. May 12, 2015. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/portion-control_b_7245740.html
Young LR. Healthy foods to keep your hunger pangs away. Huffington Post. April 21, 2015. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/healthy-foods-for-hunger_b_7087358.html
Young LR. Spring forward into health with these 10 simple tips. Huffington Post. April 8, 2015. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/spring-forward-into-health-with-these-10-simple-steps_b_6993304.html
Young LR. 10 foods to enjoy without added sugar. Huffington Post. March 19, 2015. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/10-foods-to-enjoy-without-added-sugar_b_6886542.html
Young LR. Nutrition panel urges Americans to eat green, limit sugar, drink coffee, and more. Huffington Post
February 26, 2015. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/new-dietary-guidelines_b_6756858.html
Young LR. Eat your heart out with these 11 healthy tips. Huffington Post. February 12, 2015. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/healthy-eating-tips_b_6633216.html
(Also featured in special series for heart health month HERE.)
Young LR. 5 tips for building a healthy salad. Huffington Post. January 22, 2015. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/5-tips-to-building-a-heal_b_6503834.html
Young LR. 10 diet tweaks for a healthier 2015. Huffington Post. January 5, 2015. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/10-diet-tweaks-for-a-heal_b_6402574.html
Young LR. 7 holiday tips to keep you healthy this season. Huffington Post. December 22, 2014. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/7-holiday-eating-tips-to-_b_6356614.html
Young LR. Calorie counts on menus may help us eat less. Huffington Post. December 15, 2014. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/calorie-counts-on-menu-bo_b_6312088.html
Young LR. 5 common diet mistakes not to make on Thanksgiving. Huffington Post. November 24, 2014. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/5-common-diet-mistakes-no_b_6208238.html
Young LR. Healthy snacks to keep your hunger at bay. Huffington Post. November 16, 2014. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/healthy-snacks-to-keep-yo_b_6136390.html (Translated to German HERE.)
Young LR. 8 healthy habits to adopt now. Huffington Post. November 2, 2014. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/8-healthy-habits-to-adopt_b_6056326.html
(Translated to Portuguese HERE.)
Young LR. 5 ways to build a healthy breakfast. Huffington Post. October 3, 2014. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/5-ways-to-build-a-healthy_b_5909614.html
Young LR. 5 easy tricks to avoid portion distortion. Huffington Post. September 19, 2014. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/5-easy-tricks-to-avoid-po_b_5851918.html
Young LR. 5 healthy back to school tips. Huffington Post. August 30, 2014. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/5-healthy-back-to-school-tips_b_5716905.html
Young LR. 7 reasons to add blueberries to your diet. Huffington Post. August 9, 2014. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/personal-health-_b_5655519.html
Young LR. FDA to update food label serving sizes. Huffington Post. July 31, 2014. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/fda-to-update-food-label-_b_5635323.html
Young LR. Diese gesunden Lebensmittel können Ihnen schaden, wenn Sie zuviel davon essen. Huffington Post. July 25, 2014. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.de/dr-lisa-young/gesunde-lebensmittel-schaden_b_5620748.html
Young LR. 5 healthy foods you can easily overeat. Huffington Post. July 19, 2014. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/food-portions_b_5591944.html
Young LR. Court rejects NYC’s portion cap for sugary drinks. Huffington Post. June 27, 2014. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/court-rejects-new-york-ci_b_5535621.html
Young LR. 5 ways to build a better burger. Huffington Post. June 21, 2014 Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/healthy-burger_b_5488776.html
Young LR. How to maintain a healthy lifestyle while traveling. Huffington Post. June 7, 2014. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/traveling-healthy_b_5437841.html
Young LR. 5 smart snacks that can help you lose weight. Huffington Post. May 20, 2014. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/diet-and-nutrition_b_5353763.html
Young LR. 5 easy weight loss tips that really work. Huffington Post. May 3, 2014. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/diet-and-exercise_b_5227496.html
Young LR. Want to eat less? Choose single-serving packages. Huffington Post. April 3, 2014. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/single-serving_b_5078044.html
Young LR. 7 fruits and vegetables to enjoy during National Nutrition Month. Huffington Post. March 22, 2014. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/diet-and-nutrition_b_4966293.html
Young LR. FDA proposes larger serving sizes for food labels. Huffington Post. February 28, 2014. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/food-labels_b_4868943.html
Young LR. 10 Smart food swaps for a healthy heart. February 13, 2013. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/diet-and-nutrition_b_4732213.html
Young LR. Hawaii to cap sizes of sugary drinks. Huffington Post. January 31, 2014. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/soda-ban_b_4688610.html
Young LR. Save over 1000 calories with these 5 simple portion swaps. Huffington Post. January 21, 2014. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/diet-and-nutrition_b_4606300.html
Young LR. Smart food swaps for a healthier 2014. Huffington Post. January 5, 2014. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/food-swaps_b_4525784.html.
Young LR. Bloomberg’s cap on supersize soda may be contagious. Huffington Post. December 26, 2013. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/bloomberg-soda_b_4494788.html.
Young LR. Holiday Survival Guide: 8 Strategies to Avoid Overeating. Huffington Post. December 17, 2013. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/holiday-health_b_4441757.html.
Young LR. Thanksgiving Mistakes Not to Make this Year. Huffington Post. November 26, 2013. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/thanksgiving-mistakes_b_4320811.html
Young LR. Federal Serving Sizes Differ from Typical Portions: 10 Ways to Avoid Portion Distortion. Huffington Post. November 8, 2013. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/serving-size-tips_b_4242070.html
Young LR. Delicious–and Nutritious–Fall Produce to Eat This Season. Huffington Post October 22, 2013. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/best-fall-foods_b_4111703.html
Young LR. Restaurant Meals Not Getting Healthier: Smart Swaps for Six Favorite Cuisines. Huffington Post October 8, 2013. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/healthy-restaurant-meals_b_4045643.html
Young LR. Los Angeles health department partners with restaurant industry to offer smaller portions. Huffington Post September 20, 2013. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/choose-health-la_b_3950702.html
Young LR. Lifestyle interventions beats diet for weight loss: 6 change to make today. Huffington Post August 30, 2013. Available at: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/lifestyle-weight-loss_b_3831981.html
Young LR. The City to Appeal Appellate Court Ruling on Sugary Beverages. Huffington Post August 1, 2013. Available at: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/soda-ban_b_3679256.html
Young LR. Don’t Shop Hungry: 6 Healthy Snacks to Eat Before Food Shopping. Huffington Post July 12, 2013. Available at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/healthy-snacks_b_3581758.html
Young LR. ‘I’ll Have a Medium Soda’ — Why Current Size Labels Can Be Deceptive. Huffington Post June 27, 2013. Available at: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/size-labels_b_3505189.html.
Young LR. Why a Cap on Sugary Drinks May Work. Huffington Post June 13, 2013. Available at: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/soda-ban_b_3436922.html.
Young LR. Buyer Beware: Five Ways to Steer Clear of Health Haloes. Huffington Post May 29, 2013. Available at: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/healthy-eating-tips_b_3328121.html.
Young LR. Fast Food Still Unhealthy: What You Can Do. Huffington Post May 10, 2013. Available at: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/fast-food-still-unhealthy_b_3254159.html.
Young LR. Restaurant Survival Guide: 10 Tips for Healthful Dining. Huffington Post May 1, 2013. Available at: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/healthy-dining-out-tips_b_3179631.html.
Young LR. Plate Size Matters. Huffington Post April 15, 2013. Available at: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/portion-sizes_b_3072648.html.
Young LR. Most Kids’ Meals at Restaurant Chains Are Unhealthy: What You Can Do. Huffington Post April 1, 2013. Available at: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/kids-healthy-eating_b_2989695.html.
Young LR. Fighting Obesity in New York City One Cup at a Time. Huffington Post March 15, 2013. Available at: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/new-york-soda-ban_b_2872098.html
Young LR. What We Can Learn From the Mediterranean Diet: 10 Healthy Foods to Eat. Huffington Post March 7, 2013. Available at: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/mediterranean-diet-foods_b_2801344.html
Young LR. Americans Eating Less Fast Food. Huffington Post February 25, 2013. Available at: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/americans-nutrition_b_2744416.html
Young LR. Portion Sizes in the US continue to Increase: Time for Action. NYSDA Bulletin, Winter 2013, p.6.
Young LR. February Is American Heart Month: 10 Foods to Eat for a Healthy Heart. Huffington Post February 11, 2013. Available at: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/heart-healthy-foods_b_2618174.html
Young LR. Does Drinking Soda Cause Depression? Not So Fast. Huffington Post January 14, 2013. Available at: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/soda-depression_b_2458366.html
Young LR. Welcome to 2013: 8 Tips to Better Health. Huffington Post January 4, 2013. Available at: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/health-tips_b_2390664.html
Young LR. Holiday Tip: Mini-Size It! Huffington Post December 14, 2012. Available at: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/holiday-eating-tips_b_2294088.html
Young LR. Benefits of Nuts and Seeds: 7 Winners. Huffington Post November 29, 2012. Available at: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/healthy-foods_b_2115225.html
Young LR. 7 Tips for a Healthy Thanksgiving. Huffington Post November 20, 2012. Available at: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/healthy-thanksgiving_b_2156366.html
Young, LR. Stormy Weather? Top 5 Foods to Stock Up On. Huffington Post October 30, 2012. Available at: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/healthy-foods_b_2036133.html
Young LR. Portion Sizes in the U.S. Continue to Increase: Time for Action. Huffington Post October 18, 2012. Available at: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/portion-sizes_b_1975344.html
Young LR. Back to the Future: A Return to Smaller Beverage Sizes. Huffington Post October 1, 2012 . Available at: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/soda-ban_b_1919871.html
Young LR. Smaller sodas, healthier lives (OP-ED). New York Daily News September 27, 2012, p 30. Available at: http://www.nydailynews.com/opinion/smaller-sodas-healthier-lives-article-1.1168901
Young LR. Diet Industry Supports Mayor Bloomberg’s Proposal To Limit Oversized Beverages. Huffington Post September 6, 2012. Available at: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/soda-ban_b_1858245.html
Young LR. Rightsize Your Plate and Your Waist: 11 Portion Control Tips That Work. Huffington Post September 6, 2010 . Available at: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/portion-control_b_1854013.html
Young LR. Legumes: A Terrific Vegetarian Protein Option. Huffington Post August 10, 2012. Available at: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/legumes_b_1758302.html
Young LR. Public Hearing Of Sugary Drink Ban Gets An Overflowing Crowd. Huffington Post July 26, 2012. Available at: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/public-hearing-on-sugary-_b_1700248.html
Young LR. Guilt-free chips. Bottom Line Health 2012: July, p,7.
Young LR. Benefits of Fruits and Vegetables. Huffington Post July 12, 2012. Available at: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/healthy-food_b_1665279.html
Young LR. Holiday Eating Tips: 10 Ways to Enjoy a Healthy Holiday Season. Huffington Post July 3, 2012. Available at: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/health-tips_b_1644929.html
Young LR. The Battle Against Big Soda Continues. Huffington Post June 26, 2012. Available at: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/soda-ban_b_1626204.html
Young LR. Great Grains to Include in Your Diet for Health. Huffington Post June 14th, 2012. Available at: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/great-grains_b_1590906.html
Young LR. New York City hopes to ban supersize beverages. Huffington Post June 4, 2012. Available at: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-lisa-young/new-york-soda-ban_b_1563758.html?ref=email_share
Young LR. Nutritionist’s Picks..Healthful cheese . Bottom Line Health 2011: April, p,7.
Young LR. Nutritionist’s Picks…Best Frozen Entrees. Bottom Line Health 2011: January, p.6.
Young LR. Nutritionist’s Picks…Whole-Grain Breads. Bottom Line Health 2010: July.
Young LR. Nutritionist’s Picks…Healthful Hot Cereals. Bottom Line Health 2010: March, p.7.
Young LR. Size Matters. Women’s Health Report. Spring 2009, p.5,10.
Young LR. Nutritionist’s Picks…Best Yogurts Bottom Line Health 2009: Oct, p.6.
Young LR. Nutritionist’s Picks…Light Ice Cream Treats. Bottom Line Health 2009: June, p.6.
Young LR. Nutritionist’s Picks…Best Crackers. Bottom Line Health 2008: October, p.6.
Young LR. Nutritionist’s Picks…Healthful peanut butters. Bottom Line Health 2008: June, p.7.
Young LR. Nutritionist’s Picks…Healthful veggie burgers. Bottom Line Health 2008: April, p.7.
Young LR. Nutritionist’s Picks…Healthful juices. Bottom Line Health 2008: January, p.6.
Young LR. By any other name, it’s still a supersize. MSNBC.com, Chew On This. October 19, 2007. http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/20825325/from/ET/
Young LR. Nutritionist’s Picks…Healthful soups. Bottom Line Health 2007: October, p.7.
Young LR. Most healthful store-bought salad dressings. Bottom Line Health 2007: September, p.14.
Young LR. Size matters. Shape Up America! Newsletter 2007: August, shapeup.org
Young LR. Are you dining out–or pigging out? Your Diet 2006: January, p. 35-36.
Young L. Good for you. Every Day With Rachael Ray 2005: Nov/Dec, p. 68, 74, 81,92, 98.
Young L. Serving sizes made easy. Parenting 2005: Nov, p.168-169.
Young LR. The eat-anything, no-fail diet. Shape 2005: Aug, p.172-176.
Young LR. Size Matters: New portion-control diet. Family Circle 2005: May, p. 111-117.
Young L. Dining out on a diet: How to deal with all-you-can-eat! Your Diet 2005: March, p. 24-25.
Young L. Calorie Cop: How fattening is mall food? Your Diet 2004: Fall issue, p. 24-25.
Young LR. Eating too much? Time to pay the price (Letter). New York Times. Mar 11, 2004, A28.
Young LR. The dreaded word: “Moderation” (Letter). New York Times. June 10, 2003, p. F4.
Young LR. Fuzzy Perceptions (Letter). New York Times. April 20, 1999, p. F3.
Young L. Critique of Little Mushroom Cafe. For Your Health. January 1, 1989, p.8.
Young L. Dining Out at Anatolia. For Your Health. February 26, 1989, p.8.oe
Areas of Expertise:
- Obesity and Weight Loss
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Hyperlipidemia
- Hypertension
- Osteoporosis
- Pediatric Nutrition
- Menopause
- Digestive Disorders
- Food Allergies
- Diabetes
- Eating Disorders
- Hypoglycemia
- Bariatric Surgery
- Pregnancy and Lactation
- Fatigue and Stress
- Thyroid Disease
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS:
- Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) – Registered Dietitian (RDN)
- New York State Certified Dietitian Nutritionist (CDN)
- Florida Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN)
- American Public Health Association (APHA)
- Greater New York Dietetic Association (GNYDA)
- Nutrition Entrepreneurs (NE) –A Dietary Practice Group of AND
- US News & World Report, Contributing writer
- Eat This, Not That!, Medical advisory board
- Huff Post, Contributing writer (past)
- Bottom Line Health, Columnist (past)
CONSULTING
Dr. Young has served as a consultant for the following:
- Allure
- Baron and Budd, PC
- Bottom Line Publications
- TODAY.com
- Sword Health
- The Chapin School
- DK Publishing
- Every Day with Rachael Ray
- Faith Popcorn Brain Reserve
- Family Circle Magazine
- Fitness Magazine
- Gerson Lehrman Group (GLG)
- Hewitt School
- Klarion Wellness
- US News & World Report
- Nestlé
- NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
- Northern Navajo Medical Center
- Pearson Education
- PEOPLE
- KIND snacks
- Claims Conference
- Prevention Magazine
- Camp Ramah
- Robarb Corporation
- The Ramaz School
- Blue Diamond Ingredients
- Redbook
- The Spence School
- Self Magazine
- Simons Foundation
- Wadsworth Cengage Learning
- The Penn Club
- United Nation International School
- USA Pulses and Pulse Canada
- Wildlife Conservation Society
- True Health Initiative
- Smart Lifebites
MEDIA
Dr. Young is regularly called upon by the media as a well-respected source for information on nutrition, health, and wellness. She has conducted thousands of media interviews globally and provides a highly credible, no-nonsense, research-based approach.
She is a contributor to US News and World Report, NBCnews.com and TODAY.com on current issues related to portion control, nutrition, and health and serves on the medical advisory board for Eat This, Not That! Dr. Young serves on the expert advisory for US News and World Reports “Best Diets.”
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