Amari Thomsen, MS, RD, LDN, is a registered dietitian, recognized nutrition expert, nutrition communications manager, and founder of Eat Chic Chicago. Amari specializes in the areas of real food nutrition, recipe development, nutrition education, private and corporate consulting, and content marketing. She has contributed her expertise to writing articles and developing recipes for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Food & Nutrition Magazine and has been referenced as a health expert in numerous consumer and health publications, including SHAPE and Women's Day. As part of her private practice, Amari has experience working with clients managing weight loss, diabetes, heart disease, gastrointestinal disorders, thyroid conditions, and more. Author home: Chicago, Illinois.