Tejal Parekh, RDN, LDN
Registered and Licensed Dietitian & Contributing WriterTejal Parekh is a registered and licensed dietitian in Florida. As a writer for The Mesothelioma Center at Asbestos.com, the nation's most trusted mesothelioma resource, she uses her knowledge of nutrition to help mesothelioma cancer patients.
Last modified: September 20, 2024
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Certifications:- Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
- Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist
- Master’s in Nutrition and Dietetics, Georgia State University
- Bachelor’s in Nutrition and Dietetics, Winthrop University
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Expertise:- Oncology Nutrition
About Tejal
Tejal Parekh has always had a passion for the science of food. It fascinates her, and that is why she has been a dietitian for more than 20 years. As a writer for Asbestos.com, Tejal uses her knowledge of nutrition to help mesothelioma patients reduce cancer symptoms and treatment side effects, as well as improve their quality of life.
“Cancer and nutrition is such a growing area, and research is underway daily to find out how we can better protect ourselves from this disease,” Tejal said. “Working with those diagnosed with mesothelioma has been such a rewarding experience as they gain a better understanding of how powerful nutrition can be.”
She worked as an outpatient specialist in oncology nutrition at the UF Cancer Center of Orlando for 6 years. During her time at the cancer center, Tejal crafted monthly presentations to staff and patients, taught cooking classes and hosted multidisciplinary conferences.
Tejal is a registered and licensed dietitian in Florida. She received her bachelor’s degree in nutrition and dietetics from Winthrop University in South Carolina. She completed her master’s in nutrition and dietetics at Georgia State University.
