Meet the Dietitian
Alyssa uses evidence-based research and an individualized approach to help students make informed decisions about daily health and well-being. One-on-one nutrition consultations can support students with:
- managing food allergies and intolerances
- dietary restrictions or preferences
- general healthy eating
- sports performance
Alyssa Koopman is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with a Master of Science in Clinical Dietetics from Grand Valley State University. She received a Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition & Food and a Bachelor of Arts in Dance from West Virginia University.
Please connect with questions at [email protected], (616) 331-8989 or Schedule a Nutrition Consultation.
What’s the difference between a Registered Dietitian and a 'Nutritionist'?
Registered Dietitians or Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RD or RDN) are awarded credentials after earning a minimum of a graduate degree from an accredited dietetics program. A master's degree is required to be eligible for the RDN exam. In addition, individuals must complete at least 1,000 hours of supervised practice in multiple areas of the dietetics field. Finally, one must pass CDR’s Registration Examination for Registered Dietitians to become a credentialed as Registered Dietitian. Whereas, anyone with any sort of nutrition experience or interest can call themselves a ‘Nutritionist.’
Learn more about the qualifications RDN's hold here.
