All Blogs | Lisa Bartel-Dispensa, MS, RD

All Blogs | Lisa Bartel-Dispensa, MS, RD

Lisa Bartel-Dispensa, MS, RD

Lisa Dispensa is a Wellness Leader and Registered Dietitian specializing in driving nutrition sciences innovation for consumer health and well-being. Lisa has over 20 years of industry and acute-care experience, starting her career as a clinical dietitian and later, specializing in Enteral and Parenteral Nutrition Support. Today, Lisa is the Medical Director at UpSpring, leading new product development supporting nutrition needs of women and children, with a focus on pregnancy, lactation, and infancy. Her affiliations include Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, American Society for Nutrition, and International LifeSciences Institute. Learn more about Lisa on LinkedIn.

The Role of Hydration in Lactation: A Complete ...

Lisa Dispensa

Motherhood is a life-changing experience, and breastfeeding is one of its most personal and fulfilling dimensions. As a lactating mother, your body undergoes tremendous physiological changes to create and provide...

Signs Your Milk Supply Needs a Boost: A Compreh...

Lisa Dispensa

Breastfeeding is a unique journey filled with moments of bonding, challenges, and triumphs. For many mothers, ensuring an adequate milk supply is a primary concern. Recognizing the signs of a...

Herbs That Support a Healthy Gut: Gentle Digest...

Lisa Dispensa

If you're pregnant, nursing, or planning to be, chances are you're already thinking deeply about what goes into your body—and how it makes you feel. Among the countless health considerations...

The Powerful Connection Between Gut Health and ...

Lisa Dispensa

When we think about wellness, we often picture glowing skin, sound sleep, a clear mind, or a strong immune system. Rarely do we picture the gut—but we should. Deep within...

More Milk, Less Stress: The Best Tips for a Hea...

Lisa Dispensa

Breastfeeding is one of the closest and most fulfilling aspects of early motherhood. It gives sustenance, profound emotional bonding, and reassurance to both mother and infant. However, while the journey...

Struggling with Low Milk Supply? Fenugreek Vita...

Lisa Dispensa

Breastfeeding is one of the most powerful and natural ways to nourish a newborn. Beyond just being a food source, breast milk offers a unique bond between mother and baby...