Janet Helm is a registered dietitian nutritionist specializing in nutrition and culinary communications, bringing over two decades of experience in marketing communications to her work. An expert in global food culture, culinary trends, and consumer shopping behavior, Janet has established herself as a leading voice in the field. She frequently presents at national food and nutrition conferences and has discussed the latest nutrition topics on major platforms like *Good Morning America*, *Today*, and CNN.
Since 2014, Janet has contributed to *U.S. News & World Report*, where her insights on nutrition have reached a wide audience. Her work has also appeared in esteemed publications such as *Health*, *Cooking Light*, *Huffington Post*, *Mashable*, *Yahoo News*, *NBC News*, and the *Chicago Tribune*. Janet is the author of *The Food Lover’s Healthy Habits Cookbook*, published with Cooking Light magazine, where she shares practical strategies for healthy eating without sacrificing flavor.
Recognized for her contributions to the field, Janet served as a media spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and received the prestigious Media Excellence Award in 2014. She was also honored as the Nutrition Entrepreneur of the Year by the Academy’s Nutrition Entrepreneurs practice group, highlighting her impact in the industry.
A graduate of Kansas State University with a B.S. in mass communications and a master’s degree in dietetics, Janet calls Chicago home. In her free time, she enjoys exploring the city’s vibrant food scene and immersing herself in new cultures around the world. Janet is an active member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and Les Dames d’Escoffier, a global organization of women leaders in the food, beverage, and hospitality industries.