
About me
I am a registered dietitian based in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
Raised in an immigrant family, I understood very early on that the healthy enjoyment of food was integral to family life, and, as a young adult, decided to pursue a career in nutrition.
After receiving a Bachelor of Applied Science from Toronto Metropolitan University in 1995, I completed a pediatric dietetic internship and went on to practice at the Hospital for Sick Children, McMaster Children’s Hospital and Stollery Children’s Hospital.
In 2012, following a family move, and after taking time to focus on being a mom, I re-entered the profession. In my return, I took courses through the University of Manitoba and graduated from the Manitoba Partnership Dietetic Education Program.
In 2015, I joined the team at SSCY as an outpatient dietitian in the Manitoba Home Nutrition Program.
Since 2018, I have been practicing as a consultant and in addition to an ongoing interest in childhood nutrition, I have developed a passion in medical nutrition therapy for adults living with chronic conditions, menopause, and weight management.
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In 2022, I made the decision to bring my wealth of experience to the table with the launch of Dietista.
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When I am not working on my business or cooking for family and friends, you might catch a glimpse of me running along one of the beautiful trails in Manitoba.
Joan Marks, RD
Owner