The Real Talk on Kidney-Friendly Diets & Disordered Eating With Vanessa Connelly, RD @grainandgreen.kidneys

Let’s talk real about kidney-friendly diets—without the fear-mongering. In this episode, Dr. Marianne welcomes Vanessa Connelly, RD (@grainandgreen.kidneys), for a candid conversation about what it actually means to eat in a kidney-supportive way—without triggering disordered eating patterns. Vanessa shares how she helps folks navigate complex medical nutrition guidance with compassion, nuance, and zero shame. Whether you’re living with chronic kidney disease, supporting a loved one, or just curious about how diet culture shows up in medical spaces, this episode is a must-listen.

ABOUT VANESSA CONNELLY, RD

Vanessa is a registered dietitian nutritionist and board certified kidney nutrition specialist with over 20 years experience working with folks who have chronic kidney disease. She is a South Carolina living Maryland native who has helped hundreds of clients with CKD slow down or prevent dialysis without giving up their favorite foods. Her passion is to help people understand how eating the right foods can truly help preserve and protect kidney function. She's about ditching the stress and helping you thrive with CKD one bite at a time.

Vanessa graduated from the University of Maryland at College Park and attended the Medical University of South Carolina to complete the requirements of the Dietetic Internship. When not working you can find Vanessa busy living life with her husband and two kiddos, listening to true crime podcasts or enjoying a workout.

CONTACT VANESSA

IG: @grainandgreen.kidneys

TikTok: @grainandgreen.kidneys

Website: www.grainsandgreenkidneys.com

Email: vanessa@grainsandgreenkidneys.com

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