About the Author Erin Palinski,RD, LDN, CDN, CPT is a Registered Dietitian through the Commission on Dietetic Registration and a Certified Personal Trainer through the American Council on Exercise. Ms. Palinski most recently became one of the first dietitians in the U.S. to receive a Certificate of Training in Childhood and Adolescent Weight Management. Her areas of expertise include nutrition counseling in pediatric and adult obesity, diabetes education, and cardiovascular disease management. Ms. Palinski has directed pediatric weight management programs at multiple nutrition centers throughout New Jersey. Currently Ms. Palinski owns and operates her own dietetic practice in northern New Jersey where she has been implementing the Healthy ‘n Fit Weight Management Program with much success.