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Jennifer Nelson, M.S., R.D. and Katherine Zeratsky, R.D.
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Jennifer Nelson, M.S., R.D. and Katherine Zeratsky, R.D.
Katherine Zeratsky and Jennifer Nelson
Jennifer K. Nelson, M.S., R.D., L.D., C.N.S.D.
Jennifer Nelson is your link to a better diet. As specialty editor of the Food & Nutrition Center, she plays a vital role in bringing you healthy recipes and meal planning."Nutrition is one way people have direct control over the quality of their lives," she says. "I hope to translate the science of nutrition into ways that people can select and prepare great-tasting foods that help maintain health and treat disease."
A St. Paul, Minn., native, she is certified by the National Board of Nutrition Support Certification, has been with Mayo Clinic since 1978, and is director of clinical dietetics and an associate professor of nutrition at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine.
She leads clinical nutrition efforts for a staff of more than 50 clinical dietitians and nine dietetic technicians and oversees staffing, strategic and financial planning, and quality improvement. Nelson was co-editor of the James Beard Foundation Award-winning "The New Mayo Clinic Cookbook." She has been a contributing author to and reviewer of many Mayo Clinic books, including "Mayo Clinic Healthy Weight for EveryBody," "The Mayo Clinic Family Health Book" and "The Mayo Clinic/Williams Sonoma Cookbook." She contributes to the strategic direction of the Food & Nutrition Center, which includes creating recipes and menus, reviewing nutrition content of various articles, and answering nutrition questions posed to Ask a Specialist.
Katherine Zeratsky, R.D., L.D.
As a specialty editor for the Food & Nutrition Center, Katherine Zeratsky helps you sort through the facts and figures, the fads and the hype to learn more about nutrition and diet.A Marinette, Wis., native, she is certified in dietetics by the state of Minnesota and the American Dietetic Association. She has been with Mayo Clinic since 1999.
She is active in nutrition-related curriculum and course development in pediatrics at Mayo Clinic Rochester and nutrition education related to the physiology and recommended intakes for premature infants.
Other areas of interest include breast milk and formula safety, neonatal feeding, and nutrition for breast-feeding mothers.
She graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, served a dietetic internship at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, and worked as a registered dietitian and health risk counselor at ThedaCare of Appleton, Wis., before joining the Mayo Clinic staff.
Latest entries
- Fortifying junk food
June 27, 2009
- Could you be a flexitarian?
June 20, 2009
- Formulating fiber-rich foods
June 13, 2009
- Pass the salt, please
June 9, 2009
- Overeating — What causes it?
May 30, 2009
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June 27, 2009
Fortifying junk food
By Jennifer Nelson, M.S., R.D. and Katherine Zeratsky, R.D.
Does fortifying junk food make the best of a bad situation — or just make a bad situation worse? continue
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June 20, 2009
Could you be a flexitarian?
By Jennifer Nelson, M.S., R.D. and Katherine Zeratsky, R.D.
Looking for a way to jump start your healthy eating plan? A flexible vegetarian diet might be for you. continue
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June 13, 2009
Formulating fiber-rich foods
By Jennifer Nelson, M.S., R.D. and Katherine Zeratsky, R.D.
Food manufacturers are finding new ways of adding fiber to a wide variety of prepared foods. continue
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June 9, 2009
Pass the salt, please
By Jennifer Nelson, M.S., R.D. and Katherine Zeratsky, R.D.
Throwing salt over your shoulder is supposed to bring good luck. Tossing salt from your diet may bring better health. continue
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May 30, 2009
Overeating — What causes it?
By Jennifer Nelson, M.S., R.D. and Katherine Zeratsky, R.D.
Are we hungry, not full or just not satisfied? continue
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May 23, 2009
The food and mood connection
By Jennifer Nelson, M.S., R.D. and Katherine Zeratsky, R.D.
Does what we eat affect how we feel? continue
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May 19, 2009
The new Mediterranean Diet Pyramid
By Jennifer Nelson, M.S., R.D. and Katherine Zeratsky, R.D.
The foundation of this healthy eating plan remains the same, but three key changes bring the pyramid up to speed with the latest research. continue
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April 29, 2009
Liquid calories
By Jennifer Nelson, M.S., R.D. and Katherine Zeratsky, R.D.
Want to lose weight? Cutting back on sugar-sweetened drinks seems to be more effective than cutting food calories for weight loss. continue
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April 21, 2009
Why aren't we seeing 'gluten-free' on food labels?
By Jennifer Nelson, M.S., R.D. and Katherine Zeratsky, R.D.
A law requiring manufacturers to list common allergens on food labels was passed years ago, so when will we see "gluten-free" on the label? continue
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April 11, 2009
Vitamins and kids' health
By Jennifer Nelson, M.S., R.D. and Katherine Zeratsky, R.D.
Experts do not recommend vitamins for children with healthy, varied diets. So what is the role of vitamins for kids? continue
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April 1, 2009
The DASH diet — A healthy diet on a budget
By Jennifer Nelson, M.S., R.D. and Katherine Zeratsky, R.D.
Tips to achieve a healthy diet — and a healthy bottom line. continue
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March 25, 2009
Making the most of your food dollar
By Jennifer Nelson, M.S., R.D. and Katherine Zeratsky, R.D.
Learn how to eat healthy without breaking the bank. continue
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Feb. 20, 2009
Home economics — Fast food vs. homemade
By Jennifer Nelson, M.S., R.D. and Katherine Zeratsky, R.D.
What's the best way to eat well and cheaply? Fast food restaurants tout their "value menus," but how does that compare to what you value? continue
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Feb. 17, 2009
Spreading the word — The peanut butter recall
By Jennifer Nelson, M.S., R.D. and Katherine Zeratsky, R.D.
You've been flooded with information — and misinformation — about the recall. Here are the key points you should know. continue
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Feb. 3, 2009
Part 2: For those with diabetes — there's more to it than carbs
By Jennifer Nelson, M.S., R.D. and Katherine Zeratsky, R.D.
Readers' comment on a study that challenges our assumptions about diet and diabetes. continue
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Jan. 28, 2009
For those with diabetes — there's more to it than carbs
By Jennifer Nelson, M.S., R.D. and Katherine Zeratsky, R.D.
Striking findings from study of diets eaten by those with Type 1 diabetes. continue
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Jan. 23, 2009
Antioxidant supplements: Prevention in a pill?
By Jennifer Nelson, M.S., R.D. and Katherine Zeratsky, R.D.
Research shows that when it comes to antioxidants, supplements aren't a magic bullet. continue
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Jan. 17, 2009
Vitamin D: Benefits in pregnancy and beyond
By Jennifer Nelson, M.S., R.D. and Katherine Zeratsky, R.D.
Vitamin D appears to have benefits beyond bone health. continue
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Jan. 8, 2009
Shedding light on vitamin D
By Jennifer Nelson, M.S., R.D. and Katherine Zeratsky, R.D.
Find out the best ways to get the right amount of vitamin D. continue
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Jan. 1, 2009
Healthy habits for the new year
By Jennifer Nelson, M.S., R.D. and Katherine Zeratsky, R.D.
New Year's resolutions to get 2009 off to a healthy start. continue
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Dec. 20, 2008
Food (allergies) and festivities
By Jennifer Nelson, M.S., R.D. and Katherine Zeratsky, R.D.
Food allergies: Tips for making festivities friendly for those with allergies. continue
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Dec. 9, 2008
Help for the couch potato
By Jennifer Nelson, M.S., R.D. and Katherine Zeratsky, R.D.
If you're a couch potato, here are some helpful tips to get you up and moving on the road to better health. continue
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Dec. 2, 2008
Tools to lessen impulsive eating
By Jennifer Nelson, M.S., R.D. and Katherine Zeratsky, R.D.
How to get a grip on eating as a way of coping with stress. continue
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Nov. 25, 2008
Getting a handle on meal portions
By Jennifer Nelson, M.S., R.D. and Katherine Zeratsky, R.D.
Get some tips on reducing the size of your portions when eating. continue
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Nov. 13, 2008
New help in the battle against obesity
By Jennifer Nelson, M.S., R.D. and Katherine Zeratsky, R.D.
New approach in fighting obesity focuses on lifestyle patterns and how to change them. continue
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