Associations among Diet, Inflammation and Iron Status in Young Adults

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I would also like to thank Lauren Haldeman and Steven Fordahl for serving on my thesis committee. Dr. Fordahl's wisdom and guidance kept me motivated throughout the project. I am especially grateful for Dr. Haldeman who was the first to encourage me to earn a Master of Science degree in Nutrition. Her leadership will always inspire me. Additionally, I am thankful for my early science professors Bruce Banks, PhD and Maulik Trivedi, PhD for dispelling my fears of chemistry through their inspiring and fascinating lectures and for every instructor in the Nutrition department for the expertise and knowledge they share daily. I would also like to recognize the ongoing support of Paula Cooney, the departmental research coordinator, and Sherry Ritter, the department's administrative assistant who makes everything possible in the Department of Nutrition. Lastly, I would like to express my deepest appreciation for my husband, Timothy and children, Jack and Katy, my parents and my sister for encouraging me in every way while I pursued learning about food and nutrition. Their love, care and support are truly boundless.