Dr. Ben Crookston addresses the impact of nutrition, especially in developing countries. He emphasizes why we should invest in nutrition and outlines the actions we can take. Crookston also discusses the overlap between culture and nutrition and how, in some cases, a change in culture may benefit nutrition.
Guest Bio
Dr. Ben Crookston serves as the research chair for BYU public health and teaches in the department. With an emphasis on international health and nutrition, Crookston has spent over 15 years conducting research in Asia, Africa, and Latin America. Additionally, he works alongside various nonprofits, evaluating programs and research relating to children's nutrition, growth, and health. From BYU, Crookston earned a BS in Zoology and later a Master’s in Public Health. He then went on to earn his PhD in Public Health from the University of Utah.
Additional Information
https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Benjamin-Crookston
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