Karen McLaughlin

Karen McLaughlin is an experienced professional in the field of nutrition and writing, currently self-employed as a writer and author of "Cheap Appetit" since January 2012. As a Food & Nutrition Educator since January 2010, Karen conducts seminars, workshops, and food demonstrations aimed at teaching various audiences about healthy eating on a budget. Karen also operates the blog "Abundance on a Dime", focusing on simple, frugal living, attracting 200-300 page views daily. Previous roles include owning Food for Life Nutritional Counseling and Personal Training from 2002 to 2006, serving as a Clinical Dietitian at Hamilton Health Sciences from 1998 to 2005, and working in Clinical Nutrition at St. Catherines General Hospital from 1996 to 1997. Educational qualifications include a Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition and a Bachelor of Applied Science in Human Nutrition, both obtained from the University of Guelph.