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Nutrition Research In perspective

Your premier source for analysis and application of key nutrition research in the areas of Cardiovascular Health, Cancer Prevention, Cardio-Oncology and beyond!

RECENT RESEARCH REVIEWS

Taking nutrition from Daunting to Doable

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That's what we do, as registered dietitian nutritionists.

I'm an RDN who specializes in cardiovascular health, cardio-oncology, and cancer prevention and survivorship. I review the latest nutrition research to uncover and synthesize what health professionals need to know.

My aim is to support and enhance the vital work you do, which has the power to transform people’s lives.

I promise:

  • Solid, unbiased and accurate nutrition science journalism
  • Time-saving, thorough reviews that summarize new findings in context of overall research
  • Clear, client-friendly message points to separate hype from meaningful facts
  • Helpful translation of findings into practical action steps and tools

INSIGHTS ON KEY TOPICS

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Fiber isn’t all the same! Three different kinds of fiber each support health in different ways. Help people discover the variety of fiber-rich foods they eat & find new options.

Free 5-page tool:

  • Pantry Checklist for 3 Different Types of Fiber
  • Print-Ready Handouts: Tips to Boost Fiber & Use the Updated Food Label
  • Dietitians’ All-in-One-Place Cheat Sheet: Fiber for Heart Health & Lower Cancer Risk

EXPERT INTERVIEWS : HEAR FROM THE RESEARCHERS

polyphenol phytochemicals protect health beyond antioxidant effects
Do Antioxidant Compounds Matter? What Researchers Say
how to maximize cancer prevention phytochemicals in cruciferous vegetables like broccoli
Broccoli in a Diet to Reduce Cancer Risk: Raw or Cooked?
after cancer, you can choose to make a new lifestyle your normal habit
Cancer Survivors: How to Create a “New Normal” Lifestyle

HEADLINES IN THE NEWS

A sampling of recent articles I’ve written for the general public
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  • Cancer Survivorship
  • Healthy Habits
  • Inflammation and Antioxidants

How to Advise on Time-Restricted Eating and Circadian Eating: Chrononutrition Research

Soy and Breast Cancer: How to Put Headlines in Context of Overall Research

What to Do with Your Gift Cards: Get Help Reaching Health Goals

From Confusion to Clarity: Why Talk about Metabolic Syndrome

The Best Way to Lower Triglycerides? Research on Key Strategies

Supplements During Breast Cancer Treatment: Important Update

ARTICLES FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONALS

Colleagues Who Trust My Perspective

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Karen Collins is my go-to source for research updates on diet and nutrition related to cardiovascular disease and cancer. She often writes about nutrition topics that I — as a registered dietitian nutritionist — think I know about, and yet she always presents new, cutting-edge research for me to consider.

I know that I can count on Karen’s information being accurate, evidence-based, and timely, which saves me from having to delve through all the research myself.

Janice Newell Bissex, MS, RDN, FAND
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Owner of Jannabis Wellness
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Karen Collins has served as nutrition advisor to the American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) for more than 30 years, and her expertise in translating nutrition research is unparalleled. Not only is she an excellent resource for accurate and in-depth nutrition knowledge, she is an accomplished communicator who empowers her audience through her writing and inspirational speaking.

Karen has helped shape our programs, ensured that our materials are rigorously reviewed and of the highest quality, and has been the face of AICR for all kinds of presentations. She has truly set the standard for professionalism as an expert advisor and is a delight to work with -- responsive, enthusiastic and passionate about scientifically accurate messaging.  

Deirdre McGinley-Gieser
Senior Vice President, Programs & Strategic Planning, American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR)
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Karen is an outstanding individual and first-rate healthcare professional. She is well regarded for her expertise in nutrition with a specialty in cancer prevention, and a role model for patient care and education. We were honored to have her author a chapter in our nutrition textbook which is authoritative and will set the standard once published.

Malcolm K. Robinson, MD
Editor-in-Chief, Scientific American Nutrition; Assistant Professor, Harvard Medical School
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I have been particularly impressed with Karen’s expert knowledge and the professionalism she has offered in the area of nutrition and cardiovascular disease. Karen has written highly informed and scientifically accurate reviews on key hot topics in cardiovascular-related nutrition topics for the American College of Cardiology’s Clinical Topic Collection in Diabetes and Cardiometabolic Disease. Karen does great work, and I always appreciate her enthusiasm in rendering her professional opinion on key aspects of nutrition and cardiovascular health!

Nathan D. Wong, PhD, FACC, FAHA
Professor & Director, Heart Disease Prevention Program Div. of Cardiology, University of CA, Irvine; Editor, Amer. College of Cardiology’s Clinical Topic Collection in Diabetes and Cardiometabolic Disease
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Karen is a wonderful nutrition communicator. She excels in presentations by providing strong, confident, evidence-based sessions that are still interesting and relatable. In addition, Karen is a skilled writer with the rare ability to create science-based pieces with a contemporary, interesting voice.

Sharon Palmer, RDN
The Plant-Powered Dietitian, food and nutrition writer, editor, blogger, and author of Plant-Powered for Life, www.sharonpalmer.com
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Karen Collins brings a wealth of information about diet and cancer to our program at the Institute of Human Nutrition. Her lectures are exceedingly well prepared, polished and interesting. She enthusiastically takes on extra preparation to meet my requests when I ask her to cover new topics, and she provides thoughtful responses to the many questions she has after each lecture. The students have consistently rated her lectures as excellent.

Jeri Wanzor Nieves, PhD
Associate Professor of Clinical Epidemiology and Nutrition, Columbia University
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Karen has prepared several continuing education seminars, webinars and written modules on behalf of Today’s Dietitian. Through these programs, Karen has reached thousands of her RDN peers. Regardless of the format of the material – in-person, via webinar or in print – her programs always garner glowing reviews from learners. Karen engages her audience and conveys complex topics in a way that is accessible to the learner.

Karen’s expertise shines as she deftly communicates material that is always evidence-based, timely and practical. Karen is a pleasure to work with not only because she is detail-oriented and organized, but also because she has an infectiously positive outlook and true enthusiasm for nutrition and wellness.

Jack Graham
Director of Continuing Education at Great Valley Publishing (Today’s Dietitian)
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I have known Karen as a colleague in our efforts to enhance the care of cardiac and pulmonary patients since 2012. She has consistently received remarkable reviews for her expert and dynamic presentations at AACVPR, as she is able to present complex nutritional information in an engaging, meaningful and practical fashion for the staff of cardiopulmonary rehabilitation programs.  Warning: participating in one of Karen’s presentations can cause one to believe time really does fly.

Kent Eichenauer, PsyD
Clinical Psychologist

HELPING COLLEAGUES AROUND THE WORLD APPLY IMPORTANT NUTRITION RESEARCH

Speaker

I deliver presentations that translate current research and examine its place in the context of overall knowledge. Highlighting important threads among studies, I weave them into a message of practical choices people can confidently practice and share.

Writer

I’ve reached health professionals through multiple peer-reviewed book chapters and research summaries, as well as trade publication articles. I’ve also penned over 2,000 nutrition-related articles for the public in my areas of expertise.

Consultant

I work on freelance projects and in ongoing consulting with nonprofit organizations, edical and educational institutions, publications, food companies and commodity groups to create and review educational messages that make good nutrition doable.