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Food Science and Human Nutrition Department

Food Science and Human Nutrition Department

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    The Food Science and Human Nutrition Department (FSHN) is one of the world’s largest combined academic programs where food science, nutritional sciences, and dietetics are all studied within one department. FSHN has nearly 30 full-time faculty members, 80 graduate assistants, and 600 undergraduate students. Our programs are accredited and recognized by the American Society for Nutrition, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and approved by the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT). After completing undergraduate degrees, our students typically move on to employment in the food industry or healthcare settings, graduate or professional programs. We have a strong record of excellent placement of our graduate students in industry, professional organizations, academia and government. Our faculty has trained at institutions from around the world; they have been widely successful in their teaching, research, and extension efforts. Throughout our programs in food science, nutrition, and dietetics, our faculty is recognized nationally and internationally as experts in their respective fields.

FSHN Spotlight

Our Students

Maya Waintraub, a Master’s Food Science major at the University of Florida, is leading a pivotal study on the cognitive benefits of cranberry polyphenols. Her research, involving 126 participants, explores whether cranberry juice can enhance cognitive function, improve motor accuracy, and reduce the effects of chronic stress. Through a carefully structured, double-blind trial, Maya aims to reveal how these powerful antioxidants might serve as a natural defense against cognitive aging and stress-related health issues, potentially transforming mental health strategies.

Beyond Picky Eating: Understanding ARFID

Josefina Figueredo, a graduate of the UF Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) in the Food Science and Human Nutrition program at The University of Florida. In this article, Josefina delves into the differences between picky eating and ARFID while offering hope for caregivers and loved ones of those suffering from ARFID.

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