Media & Partnerships
Jen Hernandez RDN, CSR, LDN is a nationally recognized board-certified renal dietitian, author of Plant-Powered Kidney Nutrition: Proven Methods and Easy Recipes to Support Your Kidney Health, and founder of Plant-Powered Kidneys®, a digital education platform and community supporting people with chronic kidney disease (CKD). Through evidence-based guidance, engaging content, and heart-forward coaching, Jen helps people take charge of their kidney health with clarity and confidence – long before dialysis becomes necessary.
She’s been featured in major health publications, invited to speak on top kidney and nutrition platforms, and serves as a go-to resource for brands and organizations aiming to make a real difference in kidney health education and prevention.
Speaking • Media • Brand Partnerships
 2026
- Educate & Empower: Innovative Tools for CKD Self-Management – National Kidney Foundation Spring Clinical Meetings, New Orleans, May 2026
- Chat with the Experts – National Kidney Foundation Spring Clinical Meetings, New Orleans, May 2026
- Advancing CKD Care: Clinical Nutrition Interventions for Slowing CKD Progression – Alaska Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Annual Summit, virtual, May 2026
- Renal MNT and Dietitian Business Essentials for Dietetic Students – Delicious Living Dietetic Internship Program, virtual, January 2026
- Digital Dietitians: Expanding from MNT to Blogging & Beyond – Loyola FONU 501 Students, Virtual, January 2026
2025
- Protein Needs in CKD: Balancing Guidelines for Low vs. Higher Protein Needs – Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo, Nashville, TN, October 2025
- Empowering Patients to Use Digital Health Technology – Renal Professional Forum, Jensen Beach, FL, October 2025
- Empowering Plant-Based Approaches in Dialysis Nutrition – Council on Renal Nutrition of New England, Virtual, October 2025
- Empowering Patients to Use Digital Health Technology – Pentec Health, Virtual, August 2025
- Dietary Management to Prevent Progression of CKD – Pentec Health, Virtual, July 2025
- Supporting Kidney Patients in a Plant-Based Transition – Rhode Island Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Virtual, March 2025
2024
- Nutrition & PKD – pkDO Foundation, Virtual, August 2024
- Three Myths about a Renal Diet – Charlton L. Johnson Foundation Support Group, Virtual, August 2024
- Precision Nutrition for Varying Etiologies of CKD: Beyond Diabetes and Hypertension – National Kidney Foundation Spring Clinical Meetings, Long Beach, CA, May 2024
- Outside the Box: A Renal RD’s Guide to Marketing – National Kidney Foundation Spring Clinical Meetings, Long Beach, CA, May 2024
- Preventing Kidney Stones – Southwest Nephrology Conference, Scottsdale, AZ, March 2024
- Delaying CKD Progression with Nutrition Interventions – Southwest Nephrology Conference, Scottsdale, AZ, March 2024
- Renal MNT for Dietetic Students – Delicious Living Dietetic Internship Program, Virtual
2023
- Renal MNT for Dietetic Students – Delicious Living Dietetic Internship Program, Virtual
- Empowering Patients to Use Digital Health & Nutrition Tracking Apps – Southwest Nephrology Conference, Scottsdale, AZ March 2023
- Leveraging Social Media to Start a Virtual Private Practice – Texas West Region Spring Seminar, Virtual, January 2023
- Supporting Patients in a Plant-Based Transition – Wisconsin Council on Renal Nutrition, Virtual, January 2023
2022
- Supporting Kidney Patients in a Plant-Based Transition – Georgia Council on Renal Nutrition, Virtual, May 2022
- Renal MNT for Dietetic Students – Delicious Living Dietetic Internship Program, Virtual, February 2022
2021
- Renal MNT for Dietetic Students – Delicious Living Dietetic Internship Program, Virtual, November 2021
- Supporting Kidney Patients in a Plant-Based Transition – Pentec, Virtual, June 2021
- Kidney Stones vs. Chronic Kidney Disease – The Kidney Dietitian, Virtual, February 2021
- Supporting Kidney Patients in a Plant-Based Transition – National Kidney Foundation of Ohio, Virtual, February 2021
2019
- Renal Medical Nutrition Therapy: The New Renal Diet – University of Hawaii Dietetics Program, September 2019
2018
- Leveraging Social Media to Expand Renal Nutrition Education & Patient Connection – Kidney Nutrition Institute
- Mohareb H., Rufa C., Hernandez J. Targeting Renal Nutrition Education Improves Knowledge in Adults with Chronic Kidney Disease. New York State Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Annual Meeting & Expo. Westchester, NY. April 2026.
- Hernandez J. Plant-Powered Kidney Nutrition. Amazon. November 2025.
13 RD-Approved Salads without Lettuce (Lose It)
For Better Blood Pressure Control Don’t Just Lower Salt, Also Boost Potassium (Medical News Today)
Foods to Avoid or Limit if You Have Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis (FSGS) (EverydayHealth.com)
What Happens to Your Kidneys When You’re Dehydrated (EatingWell.com)
The #1 Morning Drink for Kidney Health (EatingWell.com)
C3G/IC-MPGN and Hypertension Treatment and Management Strategies (EverydayHealth.com)
6 Fruits to Eat More Of for Better Kidney Health, Recommended by Health Experts (EatingWell.com)
6 Foods You Should Eat Instead of Taking a Vitamin D Supplement (Health.com)
Potassium Citrate for Kidney Stones (singlecare.com)
The 4 Shortfall Nutrients Experts Worry Most About (huffpost.com)
The 5 Best Foods to Eat to Prevent Kidney Stones, According to Experts (eatingwell.com)
6 Myths About High Blood Pressure (eatingwell.com)
Ask the Advocate: Should I See a Registered Dietitian to Help with Chronic Kidney Disease? (healthline.com)
Should You Avoid Ingredients You Can’t Pronounce? (eatingwell.com)
How Renal Dietitian Help You Live Better with CKD (Responsum Health)
Best Cranberry Supplements (usnews.com)
What to Order at Taco Bell, According to Dietitians and Nutritionists (foxnews.com)
Kidney Disease and Weight Loss (TheGeriatricDietitian.com)
Tips for Healthy Kidneys (www.Generations808.com)
7 Ways Plant-Based Nutritionists are Making Changes to Meal Prep Right Now (TheBeet.com)
Sorghum: What to Know About This Gluten-Free Grain (TheHealthy.com)
Eight Foods You Should be Eating More of as an Older Adult (DailyHerald.com)
How can I build a high-calorie meal plan for someone on a renal diet? (SeniorsMatter.com)
Can I still eat green plantains with chronic kidney disease? (SeniorsMatter.com)
Your Sodium Level: What’s Normal, What’s Not (Livestrong.com)
Best sugar substitutes for seniors with diabetes (SeniorsMatter.com)
How can I make Thanksgiving recipes healthier (but still delicious) for a diabetic? (SeniorsMatter.com)
Is a raw food diet safe for seniors? (SeniorsMatter.com)
Vitamin D3 Benefits (businessinsider.com)
Coffee and Kidney Health (EatThis.com)
7 Things That Happen to Your Body When You Don’t Eat Enough Vegetables (parade.com)
7 Types of Bottled Water (aarp.com)
Can Cooking with Cast Iron Really Increase Your Iron Levels? (vegnews.com)
Suddenly Craving Spicy Food? Here’s What It Could Mean (parade.com)
2026
2025
- Eat Away Kidney Stones: Magnesium & Your Kidneys- Everything You Need to Know
- The Far Side of Fitness: Kidney Basics & Chronic Kidney Disease
- Marsha Listens: The Dietitian Changing Lives with Kidney Health
- Inspired Comforts: What I Wish I Knew About Kidney Disease
- Cronometer: A Dietitian’s Guide to Protecting Your Kidneys
2024
- The Kidney Dietitian: The Most Common Misconceptions about Nutrition for Kidney Disease
- The Lo Life: How to Prevent “The Silent Killer” with The Kidney Kween for a Long, Healthier Life
- Diary of a Kidney Warrior: Plant Protein vs. Animal Protein, Supplements & CKD
- Confessions of a Wannabe It Girl: Unlocking the Secrets to Kidney Health & Body Detox with Dietitian Jen Hernandez
2023
- NKF Patient Podcast: Superfoods for Patients with Kidney Disease
- Hello Hot Flash: How Nutrition Impacts Your Kidney Health
- Two Sistas: Mindset Monday
2022
- Kibow® Biotech (2024 & 2025)
- Healthline (2024 & 2025)
- American Association of Kidney Patients (2025)
- National Kidney Foundation (2023)
Jen is available for:
Podcast Interviews
Conferences & Presentations
Guest Articles & Editorial Contributions
Sponsored Blogs
Social Media Content & Engagement
Educational Campaigns
With a highly engaged niche audience of kidney patients, caregivers, and plant-forward eaters, Jen offers authentic partnerships for brands that align with the values of health, transparency, and empowerment.