Bayyinah Tobey-Jackson

About Bayyinah

Bayyinah Tobey-Jackson, MS, RD, CDCES is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist with expertise in diabetes, renal disease, cardiovascular health, and obesity. She has worked across clinical, community, and long-term care settings, providing individualized nutrition strategies to improve health outcomes for diverse populations. Passionate about empowering others through education, Bayyinah is dedicated to helping people live healthier, more fulfilling lives.

Approach to care

Bayyinah believes in a patient-centered, compassionate approach that combines evidence-based nutrition with practical strategies tailored to each individual’s lifestyle and health goals. She emphasizes education, empowerment, and ongoing support, helping individuals build the skills and confidence needed to manage conditions such as diabetes, renal disease, cardiovascular disease, and obesity while improving overall quality of life.

Your first session with Bayyinah

Your first nutrition counseling session with me focuses on your health history, goals, and lifestyle. Together, we’ll create a personalized plan for managing conditions like diabetes, kidney or heart disease, or weight concerns—giving you clarity, confidence, and support.

Education

Originally from Jacksonville, Florida, Bayyinah Tobey-Jackson earned both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Nutrition and Dietetics from the University of North Florida. She completed her Dietetic Internship with the Pasco County Health Department, which included clinical rotations at Shands in Jacksonville and Gainesville, Florida.

Hobbies

Reading, Entertaining, Traveling, Dancing

Licenses and Certifications