Chanelle DeGraff DCN, MS, CNS, LDN
Adjunct Faculty
About:
Chanelle DeGraff is a Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS) and a Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist in Maryland and Illinois, focusing on gut health, autoimmune conditions, and women’s wellness. She empowers clients and graduate students through evidence-based, personalized nutrition plans, intuitive eating, and whole foods, drawing on her expertise in clinical nutrition, fasting protocols, and brain neurotransmitters. Dr. DeGraff is an experienced educator with nearly 20 years of experience in nutrition communication, community education, and professional practice, helping others improve their health and relationship with food. Her goal is to foster independent, lifelong wellness by giving individuals the tools to advocate for their health, prepare nourishing meals, and make informed lifestyle choices.
Education:
- Doctor of Clinical Nutrition, University of Western States
- Master of Science (MS) in Clinical Nutrition, Sonoran University of Health Sciences
- Bachelor of Science (BS) in Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, Arizona State University
Classes Teaching:
Teaching Kitchen Laboratory
- Personalized nutrition for gut and autoimmune health, women’s wellness, and mental well-being
- Intuitive eating and whole foods approach, emphasizing the abandonment of rigid calorie counting and fostering a natural relationship with food
- Cooking as self-care and practical skills for nutrition advocacy
- Support and mentorship of clients and students to foster independence and lifelong wellness
Professional Associations:
- American Nutrition Association® (ANA)