Teonna Thomas

Teonna Thomas is a well-traveled Registered Dietitian with a voracious appetite to share the gift of wellness with others. Teonna earned her M.B.A., B.S. in Nutrition, and A.S. in Culinary Arts from Johnson & Wales University; then completed her Dietetic Internship at The University of Oklahoma. Teonna is now a full-time Doctor of Clinical Nutrition student focusing on integrative health, bringing a holistic approach to her philosophy. Teonna embarked on her nutrition journey in 4th grade when the county hospital chose her school to participate in a pilot wellness program. Since then, passionate about the life-changing benefits of nutrition, Teonna has focused on integrative health approaches, intuitive eating, and overall well-being.
Originally from Georgia, Teonna has a knack for intertwining the soul food mantra in her healthy creations. With over ten years of culinary expertise, she creates delicious meals reflecting her desire to combine nutrition and delectable flavors. Teonna considers herself a lifelong learner who embraces food and nutrition through gardening, cooking, and community. Teonna specializes in whole foods, intuitive eating, a non-diet approach, and health at every size.
Teonna has experience in nutrition counseling, meal prepping, healthy swaps, and understanding the biochemical response to nutrition interventions. Teonna specializes in understanding the barriers preventing clients from achieving success and creating a tailored experience that yields sustainable lifestyle changes. She finds true pleasure in teaching children and adults of all ages how to craft healthy meals through cooking demonstrations. Teonna's lifelong goal is to start a business to help low-income families eat nutritious meals. She believes that her upbringing, real-world experience, and outlook on life give her the tools to make her dreams a reality.
Beyond her professional pursuits, Teonna enjoys yoga, knitting, crocheting, gardening, poetry, reading, and exercise. Her favorite snack is coconut protein power balls with a fresh-pressed beverage.