Brianna Mahoney, RD

I am an overachiever, earning dual degrees from the University of Florida: Bachelor of Science in Dietetics and Bachelor of Arts in English. Upon completion of my degrees, I set up my own rotations for a distance dietetic internship completed through the University of Delaware and then went on to complete my master's degree in food science at the University of Florida.  My thesis project was on chia seed, before chia was an approved food ingredient in the United States.  I studied the impact of Chia on satiety. I became an official Registered Dietitian in February 2011 and began work in a school district working with children with severe food allergies.  In addition to work with children, I've also worked the past 2.5 years in a clinical setting at a local hospital.  My passions are working with patients with diabetes, kidney diseases, breastfeeding/pregnant/postpartum moms and heart patients.  My father was a long-time diabetic who developed kidney disease.  I worked with him on a diet to delay his need to start dialysis, which is why these medical conditions are passions of mine.  Helping moms is another passion as I have three girls myself and more than 6 years of breastfeeding experience.

I am a Florida licensed and registered dietitian, earning my degrees at the University of Florida and my RD certification in 2011.  I have worked with children, adults and older patients, in schools, personal/home settings and hospitals.  I chose to become a dietitian because food is love, yet not everyone understands how food is also medicine and eating well can be more powerful and impactful.  Small choices each day add up over time.  I love to help people and I love to talk about food, so this is the perfect career for me.

I have three beautiful girls, who I spend most of my free time with playing outside, going on adventures and doing activities they enjoy.  When I do have a few moments for myself, I enjoy reading a good book or watching a movie.  I work out each morning before the house wakes up to ensure I am at my best for my family.