About

Over 10 years of practicing dietetics and nutrition, Tradena has helped clients learn the benefits of adequate nutrition optimization to enhance their quality of life.

Tradena “Dena” has over a decade of experience in the food service, nutrition, health, wellness, and education industries. Her credentials include a Bachelor’s in Health Sciences from Trident University International and both a Bachelor’s and Master of Science in Dietetics from D’Youville University. She completed her supervised practice at 11 sites, working with patients of almost all backgrounds and medical conditions.

During Dena’s practice, she implemented “Let’s Get Cooking,” a diabetes management program at Jericho Road Family Practice in Buffalo, NY. Additionally, she assisted dietitians in renal and stroke wards and founded “Make Every Meal Count” at King’s College Hospital in London. Dena also developed and taught weight loss classes for the Independent Health Foundation.

Currently, Dena is a Doctor of Philosophy in Developmental Psychology candidate at Capella University. Dena’s mission as a registered dietitian nutritionist is to positively influence as many lives as possible. She is passionate about serving underrepresented and minority communities, inspired by my own upbringing in an underserved community. She is a strong advocate for Health at Every Size and weight-inclusive care, ensuring everyone receives compassionate and equitable health guidance.

On a personal level, Dena is an e-commerce entrepreneur and has recently published her first non-fiction self-help book about body positivity and weight inclusivity, “I Am Not My Weight.” Dena enjoys reading, conducting research, listening to music, wire weaving jewelry, eating delicious food, and exploring different cultures.