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What I do

Who I am

Carla Duenas
MS, RDN

Health & Performance Dietitian

Mom, wife, athlete and foodie

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  • I was born in Ecuador but moved to the U.S. with my family during high school.

  • I speak English and Spanish fluently.

  • I obtained my bachelor’s and master’s degrees, both in Nutrition, at Florida International University and Nova Southeastern University, respectively. 

  • I'm a runner and proud 70.3 Ironman finisher.

  • I represent Baptist Health South Florida educating the community on various health topics including sports nutrition, eating disorders, gut health and chronic disease management.

  • I'm an adjunct professor at Florida International University teaching a graduate sports nutrition class

  • Some of my expert tips have been featured on CNN, NBC, Univision and Telemundo. 

  • I'm an author. I wrote a book on gut health and sports nutrition for children that will be launched at the end 2023.

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I apply a holistic approach which includes sleep, exercise, stress management, mindfulness in addition to. 

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I can't wait to work with you!

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