Lena Beal, MS, RDN, LD, CCTD

Atlanta, Ga.

Areas of Expertise

• Cardiovascular Health
• Weight Management
• Sports Nutrition
• Women's Health
• Sustainability

Beal is a cardiovascular dietitian at Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, an author and public speaker. She has experience in food science research, critical care nutrition, sports nutrition and policy. Beal served eight years as the legislative chair for both the Greater Atlanta and Georgia Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Beal's affiliations include the Georgia SHAPE Advisory Council, Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta, the Junior League of Atlanta and the Society of Nutrition Education and Behavior Review Board. Beal is a graduate of Southern University and A&M College and earned a master's degree from Colorado State University.

Recent Media Highlights

August 26, 2026 | VeryWellHealth
We Asked a Dietitian If High-Fiber Candies Are Good for Your Gut

August 12, 2026 | Health
We Asked Experts Which One Supplement They'd Recommend for Better Workouts—Here's What They Said

June 4, 2026 | Independent
New Trendy Protein Supplement is Low-Calorie Alternative to Traditional Whey Powder

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