Dietitian Career Spotlight on Cory Ruth, The Women's Dietitian
Meet Cory Ruth, MS, RDN, a Registered Dietitian dedicated to working specifically with women to help them better understand the powerful connection between the female body systems and optimal health. I met Cory through her Instagram page. Cory posts educational content about PCOS to help other women navigate their diagnosis and empowers them to take back their health. Check out her inspiring story! - Katie
What attracted you to the field of nutrition and dietetics?
I was drawn to this field when my father reversed his pre-diabetes diagnosis. I think it was then that I really understood the power of food as medicine. I also have PCOS, and was interested in the connection between diet and managing my really frustrating symptoms.
Company you are with now?
The Women's Dietitian
Your Job Title?
CEO The Women's Dietitian
Website:
Social Media:
Instagram: @thewomansdietitian
TikTok: @thewomensdietitian
Two online programs:
https://www.thewomensdietitian.com/pcos-boss-academy
https://www.thewomensdietitian.com/get-pregnant-with-pcos
A typical (or not so typical) day-in-the-work-life for you?
No day is typical for me, and that's what keeps it exciting for me! I'll work inside my online program communities answering questions for members, film and/or create social media content, contribute to a podcast, or review a DUTCH Complete Hormone test for an upcoming client consultation.
How did you get your current job in dietetics?
I started my own business at the beginning of 2019
What skills were you born with and what skills have you learned along the way?
"I quickly learned that in order to work for myself, I had to ""market"" or ""sell"" myself. This was extremely uncomfortable in the beginning, but I have definitely honed that skill and feel really confident in my abilities as a business woman. I think I was born with an ability to connect with and empower women, which has served me well in the expansion of my business. "
What advice do you have for others wanting to be just as successful and fulfilled as you?
Be authentic- in the digital world we live in, it can be really hard to stay connected to your audience and to show up as human. I always recommend just simply showing up as YOU inside the community you want to build because others will always be attracted to that. Even if that means being imperfect and messy, that can actually resonate with the clients you want to reach.
If you could be paid for your job with something other than a paycheck, what would it be?
Women's reproductive rights
About the Author
Katie Padva, MS, RDN, LDN, is a Registered Dietitian passionate about delivering nutrition education through writing, teaching, and counseling to help prevent and manage chronic diseases. She works in a private practice helping individuals be the best version of themselves through healthy nutrition. She also works as an adjunct instructor at a University educating students on nutrition concepts. When she is not working, Katie enjoys being outside, running, writing, cooking, doing yoga and hiking! Connect with her on LinkedIn.
