Student
Florida International University
Hello :)
I'm Nili and I just completed my B.S. in Nutrition and Dietetics with a minor in Psychology at Florida International University. My interest in nutrition arose when I began to ‘experiment’ and draw personal conclusions on how food affected my teenage acne. This interest became a passion when my grandpa was diagnosed with terminal cancer. Several weeks at the hospital allowed me to see how his Dietitian changed his diet and its effects on his appetite, hunger, etc. I remember thinking: “Wow, food has magic powers.” Throughout my college years, I fell in love with the foundation of nutrition professionals that being research! Thus, I decided to pursue my Ph.D. in Nutrition at Florida International University. I hope to give back to this beautiful profession by advancing community-based research, particularly in the area of pediatrics.