She graduated with her Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics from The University of Texas and her Masters and Dietetic Internship at Lamar University. After several years of clinical dietetics, Emmy Lu continued her education at Texas Tech University by completing her PhD in Nutritional Sciences with a minor in Addictive Disorders and Recovery Studies in May of 2016. She is currently working towards her Certified Eating Disorder Registered Dietitian credential.