Melissa Rifkin, MS, RD, CDN

Highlights

• At Verywell Fit: Melissa is a member of the Verywell Fit review board, tasked with reviewing nutrition and dietary content to ensure that the information provided is accurate and current. She is a registered dietitian with over 15 years of experience.
• Certification: Registered dietitian; certified dietitian nutritionist; certified in weight management; certified SPIN instructor
• Fitness-related experience: Melissa is a registered dietitian and nutritionist with over 15 years of experience working in the clinical setting. She is also a certified SPIN instructor.
• U.S. region: Northeast
• Residential area: Suburban

Experience

Melissa Rifkin is a Verywell Fit medical reviewer and a Connecticut-based registered dietitian with over 15 years of experience working in the clinical setting with a large patient base focused on weight management, bariatric nutrition, and oncology nutrition.

In 2021, Melissa worked with a pediatric gastroenterologist and speech pathologist to write "Confession of a Dietitian, Mama & Max Take on the First Year of Solids," using science-based information to educate parents on the stages of food introduction, food sensitivities and allergies, and eating challenges. Melissa holds a Bachelor of Science in Nutritional Science from The University of Connecticut and a Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition from Steinhardt, New York University.

About Verywell Fit

Verywell Fit, a People Inc. Brand, nutrition and fitness destination that provides science-backed information and tools to empower people to take realistic steps towards a healthier life. We reach more than 150 million readers annually. Verywell Fit content is fact checked and reviewed by our Review Board for accuracy and integrity. Learn more about us and our editorial process.