Melissa Jaeger, RD, LD, received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Nutrition and Dietetics from the College of Saint Benedict. She completed her dietetic internship through Iowa State University and is a member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Melissa completed the Certificate of Training program in Childhood and Adolescent Weight Management; she enjoys working with children helping them develop and expand their cooking skills. Melissa has also completed Monash University’s training for the Low FODMAP Diet for Irritable Bowel Syndrome. She grew up playing a variety of sports and eventually focused on dance, which sparked her interest in nutrition. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking and baking, biking and photography. Melissa is excited to work at Hy-Vee and share her passion for nutrition.
Connect directly with Melissa by creating a Healthie account. Creating an account on Healthie is simple. Once you're in, you can schedule an appointment, chat with a dietitian, create goals, track your progress, and so much more.
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To contact Melissa, call her at (515) 695-3773 or email her at [email protected].
Services
Meet virtually with a Hy-Vee dietitian to discuss your nutrition goals. Offer includes general nutrition education and a dietary review. (Free program participation limited to one person per membership.) Promo Code can be found in April Hy-Vee Plus Perks monthly communication.
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Hy-Vee dietitians will be holding 1,000 free A1C screenings in 40 different locations over the month of April. Hemoglobin A1C is a blood test that individuals living with diabetes use to manage their blood glucose levels and provides information about that individual's average levels of blood glucose over a 2- to 3-month period. Limited quantities available. Appointments will be assigned first come, first served.
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Do you find food & nutrition information for diabetes and pre-diabetes confusing? Join Hy-Vee Dietitians, for a live class as they debunk common diabetes food myths and provide you with the facts. Best of all, you'll learn quick and easy low carb snack options! Register for this free class today!
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Your Hy-Vee dietitian will help you navigate the aisles on this virtual store tour. Learn the basics of a diabetes meal plan. Plus, get shopping tips and product recommendations to help add more nutrition to your cart. This is a complimentary 45-minute store tour.
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Are you looking to improve your personal health or the health of your family? By scheduling this complimentary session, you will meet your Hy-Vee registered dietitian and learn about the services offered and what package is the perfect fit for you to start your wellness journey.
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Healthy Habits is a 4-week menu program for customers seeking an eating plan to support a balanced lifestyle with 1:1 support from your dietitian. It includes:
- Dietitian-inspired simple recipes
- Convenient grocery lists
- Balanced meal plans and snack ideas designed to help make your life easier
- Weekly 1:1’s with your dietitian to track progress, ask questions and stay motivated
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Your Hy-Vee dietitian will help you navigate the aisles on a Nutrition Store Tour. Focus on any of the following topics: general wellness, heart health, diabetes, food and fitness, plant-based eating or one of the top 8 food allergies. Tours are virtual or in-person, in a group or individually.
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