Marion Nestle
Marion Nestle | |
|---|---|
| Born | May 20, 1936 |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Academic, Author |
| Known for | Nutrition, Food politics |
Marion Nestle (born May 20, 1936) is an American academic and author who is a prominent figure in the fields of nutrition, food studies, and public health. She is known for her critical views on the food industry and its influence on diet and health.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
Marion Nestle was born in New York City, New York. She earned her B.A. in bacteriology from UC Berkeley in 1959, her M.P.H. in public health nutrition from UC Berkeley in 1965, and her Ph.D. in molecular biology from UC Berkeley in 1968.
Career[edit | edit source]
Marion Nestle has held various academic positions throughout her career. She served as the Paulette Goddard Professor of Nutrition, Food Studies, and Public Health at New York University (NYU) and was the chair of the Department of Nutrition, Food Studies, and Public Health from 1988 to 2003. She is now a professor emerita at NYU.
Contributions to Nutrition and Food Politics[edit | edit source]
Marion Nestle is widely recognized for her work in nutrition and food politics. She has authored several influential books, including Food Politics: How the Food Industry Influences Nutrition and Health and What to Eat. Her research often focuses on the ways in which the food industry affects dietary guidelines, food marketing, and public health.
Advocacy and Public Engagement[edit | edit source]
Nestle is an advocate for public health and has been involved in various initiatives to promote healthier eating habits. She frequently speaks at conferences, writes for popular media, and maintains a blog where she discusses current issues in nutrition and food policy.
Awards and Honors[edit | edit source]
Marion Nestle has received numerous awards for her contributions to the field of nutrition and public health, including the John Dewey Award for Distinguished Public Service and the James Beard Foundation Leadership Award.
Selected Publications[edit | edit source]
- Food Politics: How the Food Industry Influences Nutrition and Health
- What to Eat
- Safe Food: The Politics of Food Safety
- Soda Politics: Taking on Big Soda (and Winning)
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