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]. Please note - only virtual dietitian coverage is provided at this location - you can connect with Melissa via email, phone or video call.
Services
Gluten-Free Health Fair
Are you looking for help switching to a gluten-free lifestyle? Attend our Gluten-Free Fair, offered in-person at over 100 locations, to learn more about gluten-free products and health services. Enjoy samples and several coupons provided by our sponsors.
Event Date:
Saturday, October 16 12:00-2:00 p.m.
Fall back into warm autumn flavors with your Hy-Vee Dietitians and attend a virtual Gluten-Free Gathering, where you will learn more about gluten-free and dairy-free recipes andproducts. Your Hy-Vee dietitian will walk you through how to make an easy Charcuterie board and a fall Pumpkin Dip.
Class Dates/Times (Class 30 minutes)
Saturday, October 2, 2021 at 10am
Thursday, October 7, 2021 at 6pm
Friday, October 22, 2021 at 12pm
Monday, October 25th at 12pm
Monday, October 25th at 6 pm (Spanish)
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Ofrecimiento de Español
Your Hy-Vee dietitian will help you navigate the aisles on this virtual store tour where you will learn the basics of gluten-free eating, including how to avoid nutrient gaps. Plus, get shopping tips and product recommendations to help add more nutrition to your cart.
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Free up time in your week by prepping ahead in this virtual class. In under an hour, prepare 5 freezer meals to feed 4-6 people. Menu includes Slow Cooker Korean Beef, Pork Carnitas, Honey Garlic Chicken, Firecracker Grilled Salmon, and Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal.
Registration includes a link to Aisles Online with all the ingredients grouped together so you can easily shop for everything you need.
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In the month of November, Hy-Vee Dietitians will be conducting 1000 FREE A1C screenings at over 50 locations. Hemoglobin A1c is a blood test that individuals living with diabetes use to manage their blood glucose levels and provides information about that individuals average levels of blood glucose over a 2-3 month period. Thank you to our sponsors: Blue Diamond, Catalina Crunch, Right Rice, Zevia, and Quaker.
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Holiday Carb Swap Virtual Cooking Class
Hy-Vee dietitians will be hosting “Holiday Carb Swap” classes throughout the month of November. During these classes, your Hy-Vee dietitian will teach you how to make swaps with healthy low-carb additions to fit your holiday traditions. Cost is $10
Saturday, November 6, at 1:00 p.m.
Monday, November 8, at 10:00 a.m.
Tuesday, November 16, at 12:30 p.m.
Thursday, November 18, at 5:00 p.m
Monday, November 29, at 5:30 p.m. (offered in Spanish)
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Ofrecimiento de Español
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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OR sign up for a group tour below (virtual only)
