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Martina M. Cartwright, PhD, RD

Professor of Nutritional Science and Registered dietitian

Martina M. Cartwright is a registered dietitian (R.D.) with a Ph.D. in nutritional science and biomolecular chemistry from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She has more than 16 years experience in medical education, scientific research and clinical practice in both the academic and pharmaceutical settings. Martina's has conducted research on child beauty pageants, the use of Facebook for weight management and the impact of child teasing on adult self-esteem. Her nutrition education and clinical interests include intensive care medicine/surgery/trauma, eating disorders and cardiovascular/wellness. Dr. Cartwright is an adjunct faculty member within the Department of Nutritional Sciences at the University of Arizona and she works as an independent biomedical consultant and author in Scottsdale Arizona.

www.martinacartwright.com

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