Specialties
- Heart health
- Kidney disease
- General health
- Healthy aging
- Vegan/vegetarian
- Diabetes or prediabetes
- High cholesterol
- High blood pressure
- Prediabetes
Approaches
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Lab testing🔍
Research-focused🤝
Accountability
Minimum patient age
Patient reviews
“As hard as the diet can be, I am noticing so much progress. I'm glad I got an education in the benefits of plant based diets.“
July 27th, 2024“Her vast body of knowledge concerning kidney disease. She was very helpful and I look forward to our meeting next week.“
August 13th, 2024“Jen is very motivating knowledgeable and i enjoyed our session!“
August 22nd, 2024
About Jennifer
I am a master’s level dietitian specialized in plant-based approaches to slow progression of kidney disease & improve cardiovascular disease. I have 25 years’ experience working with kidney patients on dialysis and predialysis. I have authored 2 books, many articles & speak globally on this topic. I have proven results helping clients improve cardiovascular disease, lipid profiles lowering inflammation levels. Plant-based nutrition is also great for prevention of chronic disease. I also personally eat a plant-based diet. I am a Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition via the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics & a Certified Plant-Based Dietitian via Cornell University.
Approach to care
I am results oriented. I love to see my clients win! That means I help you achieve your goals. Are you trying to avoid the dialysis chair? My clients either improve their kidney function or at the very least, slow down progression. If you want to protect your heart, I provide evidence-based approaches to make that happen. In fact, I am a heart patient, as I have the APOE genes that put me at risk for cardiovascular disease. Yet, I achieve stellar lipid parameters and calcium scores using nutrition. I can relate with you and help you achieve the same.
Your first session with Jennifer
When working with me, expect a team approach. We work together to achieve your goals. Expect a non judgemental listening ear. I also love to teach because when you understand the "why" to my approach, it provides a reason to push towards success. Finally, expect to celebrate! We will cheer for every win you have as we work together which makes health all the more fun.
Education
Mississippi State University-BS Nutrition, Vanderbilt University Medical Center- Internship, Central Michigan University- MS Nutrition
Hobbies
Strength Training, Running, Spin, Cooking