Yolanda Jackson
Registered Dietitian
- Role
- Registered Dietitian at Bluegrass Nutrition Counseling
- Location
- Lexington, KY, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Yolanda Jackson
Energetic, competent, and service-minded nutritional professional aiming to help individuals live their healthiest life. Experienced Lecturer with a demonstrated history of working in the higher education. Skilled in Health Promotion, Clinical Nutrition, Dietetics, Medical Nutrition Therapy, Healthcare, Health Message Design, Health Communication, Health Disparities, Alzheimer\'s Disease and Related Dementias, and Community-Based Research. Strong education professional with a Master of Science degree in Dietetics Administration from University of Kentucky. Currently a 4th year PhD candidate concentrating in Health Communication at the University of Kentucky College of Communication and Information. My research interest is in reducing health disparities in marginalized and minoritized individuals using a community-based research approach. My aim is to reduce the prevalence of chronic diseases in this population through the use of health campaigns and health messages. Currently my research focuses on reducing modifiable risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias in African Americans.
Experience
Registered Dietitian
Bluegrass Nutrition Counseling
Jul 2025 — Present · Lexington, KY, US
At Bluegrass Nutrition Counseling, I provide personalized nutrition care and guidance to help clients improve their health, manage chronic conditions, and build sustainable habits. I specialize in medical nutrition therapy, diabetes and chronic disease management, and culturally responsive approaches that honor individual needs and preferences. My goal is to empower clients with practical tools, evidence-based strategies, and ongoing support to make lasting changes for a healthier life.
Education
University of Kentucky
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Health Communication
2020
University of Kentucky
Master of Science, Dietetics Administration
2009 — 2012
University of Kentucky
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Dietetics/Dietitian
2002 — 2008
University of Kentucky
Graduate Certificate, Clinical and Translational Science
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