Joel Feren is the director and principal dietitian at Hearty Nutrition. He is an Accredited Practising Dietitian with a background in the biomedical sciences. Joel undertook his Masters in Dietetics following his undergraduate degree in Behavioural Neuroscience and Honours in Exercise Physiology. Joel is currently working in aged care where he manages the dietetic services of a number of residential care facilities across Melbourne. He has consulted to the Box Hill Hawks (Hawthorn Football Club affiliate) as well as various blue-collar businesses. Joel is a professional member of the Dietitians Association of Australia, Coeliac Australia, Sports Dietitians of Australia and Diabetes Australia. He has a passion for the role of diet in the prevention and management of chronic disease. Joel is a self-described foodie who loves to cook. On the weekends he is often found perusing the food stalls at his favourite market and trialing new recipes in the kitchen.