Jaime Gnau

Department

School of Health Sciences

Role: Guest
Campus: Springfield

Postal mail

Missouri State University
School of Health Sciences
901 S. National Ave.
Springfield, MO 65897

Biography

Jaime Gnau is a clinical assistant professor for Missouri State University’s Nutrition and Dietetics programs in the School of Health Sciences. Gnau supports using evidence-based nutrition research to promote accessible nutrition strategies for health improvement and well-being for all. She serves the southwest Missouri community as a registered dietitian nutritionist at MSU Care Clinic on campus, teaches yoga, and has worked in healthcare for over 20 years.

Details

Education

  • MS, Health Promotion and Wellness Management, 2020, Missouri State University
  • BS, Dietetics, 2017, Missouri State University
  • CHES certification, 2020
  • RYT 200 certification, 2023

Teaching

  • DTN 130 Social and Behavioral Applications in Human Nutrition
  • DTN 306 Computer Applications in Nutrition and Dietetics
  • DTN 331 Food Science
  • DTN 332 Food and Culture
  • DTN 497 Topics in Nutrition: A Taste of Italy: Exploring the Mediterranean Diet Through Culture and Cuisine
  • DTN 497 Topics in Nutrition: Intuitive Eating
  • DTN 742 Population Health Practicum
  • DTN 743 Food Service Management Practicum
  • DTN 741 MNT 2 Practicum

Professional experience

  • Radiologic Technologist | Cox Health (2006-2018)
  • Registered Dietitian Nutritionist | Mercy Hospital (2018-2019), MSU Care Clinic (Present)

Research and professional interests

  • Food insecurity intervention strategies
  • Intuitive Eating
  • Interprofessional strategies to increase student learning and engagement in the clinical setting
  • Health promotion program development and implementation

 

Awards and honors

  • Emerging Dietetic Leader Award (MOAND)
  • MCHHS Dean's Award for Academic Partnership (MCHHS)
  • Excellence in Connecting Health to the Community Award (MOCAN)
  • President-elect, Southwest Missouri Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, June 2018-June 2019
  • Southwest Regional Director, Missouri Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, June 2019-June 2021
  • MOAND Annual Conference Chair, June 2024-May 2025

Area of expertise

Nutrition and dietetics Health and wellness

Media appearances

Decoding the Diet: How to Read Food Labels to Truly Understand What Is In Your Food
Authority Magazine
12/12/2023
RD Jaime Gnau shares some important information about food labels and explains how to correctly read them.

Nordic Diet Review
Forbes Health
02/08/2023
RD Jaime Gnau offers some insights about the Nordic Diet

Get the Facts about GMOs and GE Foods Part One
KSMU
06/07/2022
RD Jaime Gnau gives an accurate and more in-depth insight about GMOs and GE foods.

Get the Facts about GMOs and GE Foods Part Two
KSMU
06/14/2022
RD Jaime Gnau addresses some myths and misunderstanding about GMOs and GE foods.

The healthiest bread — 4 choices that are more nutritious than whole wheat
INSIDER
05/06/2022
RD Jaime Gnau shares about healthy bread choices.

12 healthy ways to gain weight safely and build muscle fast, according to dietitians
Insider
04/15/2022
RD Jaime Gnau offers some insights.

The Ultimate Guide to the Health Benefits of Tea
Livestrong
05/14/2021
RD Jaime Gnau highlights some benefits.