Meet Penn Dietitian, Danielle Rosenfeld, RD

Danielle Rosenfeld, MD, RD, LDN, is a registered dietitian and clinical nutrition specialist at the Penn Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Program.

Danielle works closely with people before and after weight-loss surgery at Penn to ensure they are getting their required nutrition, vitamins and minerals as they embark on their weight-loss journey.

And, just as important, Danielle teaches patients how to eat well.

“I’ve always been passionate about nutrition, and I find it incredibly inspiring to help others create change in their diets and lives,” she says.

We recently caught up with Danielle to learn more about her, her favorite advice for healthy eating and what advice she offers people who have had weight-loss surgery at Penn.

What do you like best about what you do?

I enjoy interacting with patients and seeing significant changes in them over time. I hope that I can inspire others to follow their goals, and love helping them along the way.

What is your favorite healthy food?

Apples! I love them – especially when they are season. My favorites are honeycrisp and mutsu.

Favorite tips for weight loss and/or keeping off weight?

Eat a fiber-rich breakfast! It’s so important to feel fuller longer and keep hunger at bay between meals. Chia seeds are also helpful in keeping you feeling full for longer.

Finally, don’t skip meals. It will backfire on you and could ultimately make you eat more.

What do you wish people knew about weight-loss surgery?

I hope that people are realistic about their own weight-loss outcomes. People lose weight differently, and it takes a lot of work – even after having surgery. I want people to know that it is still important to change their lifestyles and exercise more. It’s important to still adhere to diet recommendations to prevent complications and possible weight re-gain.

Best advice for weight loss?

Don't give up! It’s a marathon, not a sprint. Set realistic goals, and stay on track to meet them.

Some of Danielle’s Favorite Recipes

• Healthier Gluten-Free Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
• Chicken Escarole Soup
• Colorful Quinoa Grecian Salad

More about Danielle…

Favorite movie: Julie and Julia
Favorite food: Apples and almond butter
Favorite place to vacation: Turks and Caicos
Favorite exercise: Running and Pure Barre
Favorite type of music to work out with: Dance and Hip-Hop
Favorite sports team: Go Giants!
Favorite TV show: Homeland
Last book you read? Everything is Illuminated by Jonathan Safron Foer
Favorite drink: Water with lemon
Do you play sports? I play tennis, ski and run – but all for fun!
Do you play an instrument? Nope!
When I get down time I like to….Try a new recipe!

Let Penn Help You Lose Weight For Good

Penn can help you lose weight.

Learn about weight-loss surgery in Philadelphia, and the Penn Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Program at a free information session about weight-loss surgery in Philadelphia. There, you will hear about your weight-loss surgery options, and how Penn can help you lose weight and get healthy for good.

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