Susan Shapiro, PhD MS, MS, RDN, FAND, CAMS-I is a Registered Dietitian, Fellow of the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Eating Disorder Specialist, and Certified Anger Management Specialist. Dr. Shapiro has had a private practice in Los Angeles for over 25-years, where she helps those who struggle with psychological and/or nutritional/medical issues, as well as those with eating disorders.
Dr. Shapiro has also been involved in the treatment and research of eating disorders since 1980. Some of Dr. Shapiro’s research has been published and she has been interviewed for and quoted in a variety of media venues since 1990. Dr. Shapiro has given over 150 lectures on nutrition, psychology, physiology and biochemistry for both professionals and the lay population. Dr. Shapiro was also instrumental in the addition of Nutritionist to the professional designation of Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN).
Bread?! Pasta?! Potatoes?! You want me to eat what???? Such is the response I get from most people, regardless of the issue that brings them into my office, when I suggest adding grain carbohydrates to their diet. I even hear this reaction from professionals! Bread, potatoes, rice, beans,...