Lisa A. Staas, MS, RDN
Lisa’s interest in nutrition began in high school when her mother had her first heart attack at the age of 39. This life event allowed Lisa to recognize the important role that nutrition and health play in one’s quality of life. In college, her interest in nutrition and wellness grew from a desire to stay healthy into a true passion to help others to do the same. Lisa went on to earn a Bachelor’s Degree and a Master of Science Degree in the fields of Nutrition and Health Education.
Throughout her professional career, Lisa has worked in various areas of nutrition. From managing the food and nutrition department at a rehabilitation hospital to teaching within the Dietetic Technician Program at Philadelphia Community College, her dedication to healthful living has positively affected the lives of many. Over the years, Lisa has teamed with personal trainers to develop weight management programs at organizations such as The Academy of Vocal Arts in Philadelphia and the Burlington County YMCA.
Lisa’s interest in weight management and obesity also led her to her work with clients in the Adult Weight Management programs, as well as the Bariatric Programs, in FitSmart at Virtua. Seeing the need for sports nutrition counseling, Lisa teamed with Virtua’s Sports Medicine Department located in the William G. Rohrer Center in New Jersey in order to provide services to adults and teens seeking sports-related nutrition guidance.
Lisa’s passion for leading her clients to health and wellness ultimately led her to creating Know It All Nutrition with friend and co-owner, Lynne Nugent. Lisa counsels individual clients, teaches group nutrition classes and develops corporate wellness programs. Her devotion to nutrition education counseling helps her to serve her clients as the catalyst for mindful eating, falling in love with the benefits of a healthy lifestyle and achieving acceptance for what it takes to be healthy.
Education & Affiliations
Lisa received her Bachelors Degree from the University of Delaware where she completed the coordinated program for Dietetics. Lisa holds a MS in Health Education, with a concentration in Nutrition Marketing from Saint Joseph’s University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She is also holds a certificate of Training in Adult Weight Management from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
Lisa is a member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and holds membership in the Sports, Cardiovascular, and Wellness Nutrition (SCAN), and the Nutrition Entrepreneur’s (NE) Dietetic Practice Groups of The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Lisa is also a member of the New Jersey Dietetic Association and has actively worked on assisting the organization to obtain state licensure for Dietitians and Nutritionists.
Lynne Nugent, RDN
With 18 years of experience in health and nutrition, Lynne Nugent left her job at a large South Jersey health system in 2012 to start her own private practice in Marlton, New Jersey with fellow RDN and friend, Lisa. This practice is now known as Know it All Nutrition, LLC. It is her dream job and she loves nothing more than working with her clients every day.
Prior to working as a private practice dietitian, Lynne found her stride as an inpatient clinical dietitian on the ICU and surgical floors. She has also worked in community nutrition and there she managed the outpatient nutrition department. Lynne was the forerunner of the weight management and bariatric weight loss programs.
Lynne has a life-long passion for helping others. She works every day to assist others reach their health goals and personal bests. She advocates for a relaxed, fun and non-judgmental atmosphere. She believes this is essential to make her clients feel comfortable and safe enough to discuss interrelated health and emotional concerns that may be contributing to chronic issues.
Lynne is well-versed in the world of nutrition. Thanks to her training as an RDN, Lynne understands how to create fast and easy meals and how to avoid fad diets and quick fixes. She and her colleagues spend every day helping each client to maintain a lean and healthy body for life. She is passionate about the individualized, science-based and research-proven approach that makes Know It All Nutrition so special and effective.
Lynne’s specialty is in weight management and nutrition for surgical weight loss. She aids her clients in preparing for gastric sleeve, gastric bypass and Lap-band procedures. Lynne and her most successful clients are proud to have been featured over the years in SJ magazine, Health Savvy and The Trend. She enjoys nothing more than sharing her tips and tricks with others.
Lynne grew up on the Jersey shore and when she is away from work, she enjoys spending time with her family, going to the beach, gardening, reading, and running. Lynne resides in South Jersey with her husband and two children.
Education & Affiliations
Lynne’s dietetic education began at Montclair State University, where she received her Bachelor of Science degree in nutrition and dietetics. She completed her dietetic internship at the College of Saint Elizabeth in Morristown, NJ. Her numerous certifications and achievements make her stand out in the world of dietary professionals: she is a registered dietitian nutritionist; she holds a certificate of Training Adult Weight Management from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics; she is a member of the NJ Dietetic Association and Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, and a member of the Weight Management and Dietitians in Business sub-specialty groups.