Jennifer Duda

About Jennifer

Jennifer is a highly experienced RD, LD with over 20 years of expertise in clinical nutrition. Her extensive qualifications and background enable her to effectively support individuals in achieving their health and wellness goals. She earned her degree in Dietetics from the University of Connecticut. She completed a comprehensive dietetic internship, gaining valuable hands-on experience in patient-centered nutrition care. Jennifer began her career working in hospitals and long-term care facilities, where she helped patients manage chronic conditions such as digestive disorders, diabetes, heart disease, and obesity. She later founded a private practice, which became her primary focus for 17 years. She specialized in weight management and bariatric nutrition, conducting evaluations for several bariatric surgeons & offering ongoing support to bariatric patients. Additionally, Jennifer provided personalized counseling to individuals with a wide range of health conditions.

Approach to care

Currently, as part of Nourish, Jennifer focuses her efforts on helping individuals effectively manage chronic health conditions through the development of customized nutrition plans tailored to their unique needs. She is deeply committed to empowering her clients to achieve their health and wellness goals, believing firmly in a natural approach to nutrition that encompasses both physical and emotional well-being. Jennifer advocates for a balanced, sustainable approach to dietary habits, working closely with clients to create realistic and achievable long- term nutrition goals that can be maintained over time.

Your first session with Jennifer

Every consultation is personalized to meet the unique needs of each individual—there is no standard visit. The focus is on what matters most to the patient, with nutritional care tailored accordingly. A variety of factors may be reviewed, including—but not limited to—blood work, food journals, medical history, and personalized goals.

Location

📍 Storrs, Connecticut

Education

University of Connecticut

Hobbies

Love spending time outside in nature, and baking.

Licenses and Certifications