Journal of Obesity & Weight Loss Therapy
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Biography

Dr. Stacey L. Tannenbaum received a Bachelor of Science degree with highest distinction in Medical Nutrition at the Pennsylvania State University in 1980, a Master’s of Science degree in Home Economics and Nutrition from the New York University in 1987, and a Ph.D. in Dietetics and Nutrition from Florida International University in 2011. She has a long work experience in clinical dietetics, nutrition support, medical nutrition therapy, and the dietetics industry. She has had many years of experience in academia teaching at Keiser University, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida and Florida International University, Miami, Florida. Her research experience includes working at the National Resource Center for Aging and Physical Activity in Miami, Florida. She is currently working with the NIOSH Research Group at the University of Miami in Miami, Florida, authoring, co-authoring, and presenting, and reviewing research for numerous refereed journals. She has been a reviewer for Advanced Human Nutrition textbooks and has been invited to present her research at numerous organizations. Dr. Tannenbaum has won several prestigious Fellowship honors and was also awarded the American Dietetic Association Foundation Scholarship in 2010. Dr. Tannenbaum is currently serving as the President-Elect for the Broward County Dietetic Association for 2011-2012 and will be President for 2012-2013.

Research Interest

Nutrition and physical activity factors in cardiovascular disease. The relationship of atherosclerosis with inflammation, obesity, and diabetes especially for individuals with the metabolic syndrome. Probiotics and their effects on colonocytes. Water requirements in older and/or obese adults.

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