Jen Hernandez, RDN, CSR, LDN | Founder of Plant-Powered Kidneys

Hi, I'm Jen Hernandez

I believe plant-based nutrition can change lives; especially for people living with kidney disease.

Jen Hernandez RDN, CSR, LDN

I’m the founder of Plant-Powered Kidneys and I’m here to help you feel confident, clear, and in control of what you eat, without the fear that usually comes with the “renal diet.”

My role is simple: to guide, teach, and encourage so you can protect your kidney function and truly thrive.

Why Clients & Students Trust Jen

🎓 B.S. Nutritional Sciences in 2012

University of Arizona, the foundation of over a decade of kidney nutrition expertise

🏥 Registered Dietitian since 2013

Dietetic internship & graduate certificate from Iowa State University, passing national RD exam

🩺 Board-Certified Renal Dietitian

CSR credential under the Commission on Dietetic Registration, one of the highest kidney-specific designations

💉 Dialysis clinic experience

Worked with DaVita and Fresenius clinics across Texas, California, and Hawaii

🧡 National Kidney Foundation

Organized community kidney screenings, helping people in earlier CKD stages prevent disease progression

🌍 Thousands of kidney warriors helped

From early-stage CKD to dialysis to transplant — Jen has worked across every phase of the journey

"After working with thousands of people with kidney disease, I know how overwhelming the renal diet can feel. But the truth is — it doesn't have to be. The right knowledge, delivered with compassion, changes everything."

Jen Hernandez RDN, CSR, LDN

Founder & CEO of Plant-Powered Kidneys

From clinic to community

2013 - Became a Registered Dietitian

Started her career in hospital and long-term care settings, building clinical depth across all stages of CKD.

2013 - 2018: Dialysis & Kidney Specialist

Worked with end-stage kidney failure patients at leading dialysis clinics — discovering her deep passion for kidney nutrition.

2015 - 2018: Community Prevention Work

Organized kidney screenings with the National Kidney Foundation, helping patients at every stage of CKD.

2019: Earned the CSR Credential

Worked over 2,000 hours with kidney patients and passed a second national dietetic exam to become board-certified in renal nutrition — one of the most specialized credentials in the field.

2018 to present: Founded Plant-Powered Kidneys

Launched to bring evidence-based, plant-forward kidney nutrition to people everywhere, beyond the clinic walls.

A little more about Jen

She’s not just a dietitian. She’s a real person who loves a full life outside of work too.

🌊 South Florida life

Jen lives with her husband and they enjoy beach days, sunshine, and the warm Florida lifestyle.

☕ Morning ritual

Every day starts with a good cup of coffee and time outside — non-negotiable.

🎲 Board game enthusiast

Catan, Hearts, Pinochle — family game nights are a cherished tradition for Jen’s big family (the oldest of 4!).

⛳Golf & outdoor fun

Jen and her husband love spending time on the golf course and staying active outdoors.

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