Areas of Expertise
Public health research project management
Quantitative and qualitative data collection
Food security and food sovereignty
Food Story
Nelson was born in a town that (at the time) was considered the “Apple Capital of the World” and was lucky enough to have access to amazing local produce that sparked her love of food from a young age. While she has always enjoyed cooking and experimenting with food, it wasn’t until Nelson started experiencing health issues in college that she began to recognize the power of food and its influence on our health and overall wellbeing. Throughout her studies and career, Nelson has become passionate about community-level nutrition, specifically around issues of food security and food sovereignty. Nelson takes any opportunity she can to travel and learn more about local cuisines, and she is forever in search of the perfect dairy-free ice cream.
Academic History
M.S., Nutrition, National University of Natural Medicine, 2020
B.S., Public Health, University of Washington, 2011