Jaime Gnau

Jaime Gnau is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Nutrition and Dietetics program within the School of Health Sciences at Missouri State University. She serves as a registered dietitian nutritionist at the MSU Care Clinic on campus, providing nutritional care to patients while integrating clinical practice with academic instruction. With over 20 years of healthcare experience, Dr. Gnau brings extensive practical knowledge to her teaching and research activities, focusing on evidence-based nutrition strategies to promote accessible nutrition for health improvement and well-being.

Education

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

Research Interests

Dr. Gnau's research focuses on practical nutrition applications that address community health needs. Her primary areas include food insecurity intervention strategies, intuitive eating approaches, and interprofessional education to enhance student learning in clinical settings. She emphasizes evidence-based practice and translating research into practical community applications, particularly for underserved populations.

Her recent publications show a strong focus on consumer nutrition education, with articles covering food label interpretation, dietary patterns like the Nordic Diet, GMO information, and healthy food choices. These works demonstrate her commitment to translating complex nutrition science into accessible information for the general public.

Professional Recognition

• Emerging Dietetic Leader Award (MOAND)
• MCHHS Dean's Award for Academic Partnership
• Excellence in Connecting Health to the Community Award (MOCAN)
• Leadership roles in Missouri Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

Academic Guidance

Dr. Gnau teaches multiple undergraduate and graduate courses in the Nutrition and Dietetics program, including Social and Behavioral Applications in Human Nutrition, Food Science, Food and Culture, and specialized topics courses. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes evidence-based practice, reducing nutrition-related stress, and building positive relationships with food. She supervises student practicums in population health, food service management, and medical nutrition therapy.

Community Engagement

Through her work at the MSU Care Clinic, Dr. Gnau provides nutrition services to underserved populations while offering valuable clinical training opportunities for students. She actively contributes to professional organizations and has developed media content to educate the public about nutrition topics through major publications including Authority Magazine, Forbes Health, and INSIDER.