Dani Matthies, RD, CD, LD
With over 10 years of experience as a registered dietitian, Dani is an expert in translating nutrition-related science into real-life messages and practice. Through conversations and writing, she enjoys helping others increase their knowledge and agency to make informed decisions about nutrition.
Education and certifications:
– Registered dietitian with dual bachelor's degree in Community-Medical Dietetics and Spanish from Viterbo University
– Currently pursuing a Master of Health Communication from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
– Every five years, completing a 75-hour nutrition-related continuous education course.
Expertise and professional focus:
Dani specializes in general health and wellness nutrition, including chronic disease prevention/management and weight management. She has a special interest in women's health and navigating unique nutritional needs during milestones such as pregnancy and menopause.
Career achievements:
Dani has contributed to developing nutrition programming for diabetes prevention, weight management, women's health, and more across clinical, nonprofit, and retail sectors. She has led over 200 presentations, including speaking engagements at conferences for nursing and food and consumer science professionals. She also partners with food brands for various communications and media work.
Professional affiliations and memberships:
– Credentialed under the Commission on Dietetic Registration (RD)
– Member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and Minnesota Affiliate
Media features, speaking engagements, or publications:
– Presented at the 2022 Minnesota Association of Family & Consumer Sciences State Conference
– Presented at the 2018 and 2019 Wisconsin Women's Health Foundation's GrapeVine State Nursing Conference
– Wixted & Co Media Trained as seen on WEAU 13
Philosophy:
Dani believes that balance is key. "When it comes to food, you can have convenience and health at the same time! You can eat well and still enjoy what's on your plate! It's all about finding what fits with your lifestyle and what helps you keep up with better habits consistently" she says.
Personal background and interests:
Dani enjoys spending time with her family, being outdoors, practicing sustainability through thrifting, and participating in local environmental events.
Stance on current health issues:
Dani says: "I think there's always work to be done in the area of preventive medicine and aligning current structures to be more supportive of physical activity, nutrition, and stress management initiatives, as well as increasing access and coverage for preventive screenings."
Education and certifications:
– Registered dietitian with dual bachelor's degree in Community-Medical Dietetics and Spanish from Viterbo University
– Currently pursuing a Master of Health Communication from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
– Every five years, completing a 75-hour nutrition-related continuous education course.
Expertise and professional focus:
Dani specializes in general health and wellness nutrition, including chronic disease prevention/management and weight management. She has a special interest in women's health and navigating unique nutritional needs during milestones such as pregnancy and menopause.
Career achievements:
Dani has contributed to developing nutrition programming for diabetes prevention, weight management, women's health, and more across clinical, nonprofit, and retail sectors. She has led over 200 presentations, including speaking engagements at conferences for nursing and food and consumer science professionals. She also partners with food brands for various communications and media work.
Professional affiliations and memberships:
– Credentialed under the Commission on Dietetic Registration (RD)
– Member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and Minnesota Affiliate
Media features, speaking engagements, or publications:
– Presented at the 2022 Minnesota Association of Family & Consumer Sciences State Conference
– Presented at the 2018 and 2019 Wisconsin Women's Health Foundation's GrapeVine State Nursing Conference
– Wixted & Co Media Trained as seen on WEAU 13
Philosophy:
Dani believes that balance is key. "When it comes to food, you can have convenience and health at the same time! You can eat well and still enjoy what's on your plate! It's all about finding what fits with your lifestyle and what helps you keep up with better habits consistently" she says.
Personal background and interests:
Dani enjoys spending time with her family, being outdoors, practicing sustainability through thrifting, and participating in local environmental events.
Stance on current health issues:
Dani says: "I think there's always work to be done in the area of preventive medicine and aligning current structures to be more supportive of physical activity, nutrition, and stress management initiatives, as well as increasing access and coverage for preventive screenings."
Written by Dani
