Lora Turon RD, LDN
Dietitian-Nutritionist
175 E HAWTHORN PKWY VERNON HILLS IL, 60061About
Dr. Lora Turon practices Nutritional Medicine in VERNON HILLS, IL. Dr. Turon has received an education on and advises people on matters of food and nutrition, considering how they both impact health. Nutritionists? help patients choose the right things to eat, help them plan menus, and advise them on the health effects of certain foods. Nutritionists assess a patients current dietary habits and needs, educate them on healthy eating habits, follow up to ensure the menus are working, and write reports that document a patients progress.
Provider Details
Treatments
- Weight Loss
- Diet Planning
- Eating Disorders
- Weight Gain
- Food Allergy Evaluation And Challenge
Experience & Accolades
- Registered Dietitian2013Portrait Health CentersRegistered Dietitian and Nutritionist
Lora Turon RD, LDN's Practice location
Portrait Health Centers - Kovacs Wellness Institute
117 State Route 35 Suite 2 -Eatontown, NJ 07724Get Direction
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