Jillian Allen, MS RD LDN

Jillian Allen, MS, RD, LDN, is a registered and licensed dietitian currently working as research dietitian for the U.S. Army’s Military Nutrition Division. She coordinates complex human nutrition randomized control trials used to provide the biomedical science basis for developing new rations, menus, policies, and programs to enable warfighter readiness and optimal performance. She also runs her own private practice, Whole Balanced Nutrition, with emphasis on evidence based, sustainable and balanced eating habits. Allen also acts as a nutrition consultant for a public school system in the Boston area.

Allen received her master’s of science in nutrition from Simmons University in Boston and her bachelor’s of science in health science and public health from Boston University.

Latest articles from Jillian Allen

Healthy Living 8 Best Weight Loss Programs Reviewed and Tested in 2024

We spent over 1,000 hours testing popular weight loss platforms to find the pros and cons of each one. Losing weight can be difficult, but finding a reputable weight loss program can help by providing education, support, and accountability. Read our dietician-approved review for a rundown of the best weight loss programs to help you lose weight and improve your health for good.

September 03, 2024 | By Cara Everett, MS, RDN, LDN

Healthy Living Best Weight Loss Meal Delivery Services in 2024 | Tested by Experts

The convenience of meal delivery services may help you with your weight loss goals. Find out which service is right for you.

July 02, 2024 | By Mikayla Morell

Healthy Living Best Cheap Meal Delivery Services in 2024, Affordable Meals Tested by Experts

We tested over 25 meal delivery services to find the the best affordable meal kit to make weeknight dinners budget-friendly and convenient.

June 25, 2024 | By Vanessa Ling, ND, CNS

Healthy Living WeightWatchers (WW) Review: Does It Work?

We spent two weeks subscribed to a WeightWatchers program to evaluate its features, plans, and efficiency. Keep reading our WeightWatchers review to see what we learned after over 1,000 hours of hands-on testing, interviews with over 20 healthy living experts, and surveys of more than 600 people.

June 17, 2024 | By Cara Everett, MS, RDN, LDN

Healthy Living Mayo Clinic Diet Review: Our Experience with the Plan in 2024

Our review breaks down the weeks of testing we did on this weight loss program, shedding light on its benefits and areas where improvements could be made.

April 05, 2024 | By Mikayla Morell