Pamela Schoenfeld

I am a registered dietitian whose passion is helping individuals of all ages look and FEEL their best. My mission is to spread the power of ancestral nutrition as the key to good health at every age, young, old, or in-between. I love sharing my knowledge in my private practice in Raleigh NC. I was inspired to write "The Collagen Diet" because so many patients were asking my opinion on collagen supplements. After I delved into the research, it was clear to me that almost everyone could benefit from a rich source of collagen in their diets. It also became clear that deciding on whether or not to take a supplement, which ones to take, and what to watch out for, should be done with the most accurate and up-to-date information. Beyond just educating readers about collagen protein, I explain how collagen fits into the context of an overall nutrient-dense diet.

A little bit about my journey: two decades ago, I was struggling to have enough energy to raise my three children and keep up with a part-time job. That all turned around when I ditched my plant-based diet for one that included uniquely nourishing animal-based foods, including foods rich in collagen protein. Inspired by my own personal health transformation, I embarked on a crusade to share the information with anyone and everyone I could. Motivated by the responses I was getting from family, friends, and clients, I earned my graduate degree and changed careers (from a personal fitness trainer to a dietitian/nutritionist) so I could help even more people seeking evidence-based answers to what to eat and why.