Robert Iafelice, MS, RDN is a functional nutritionist and freelance medical writer. He has contributed several chapters to the 6th edition of Disease Prevention and Treatment, a medical reference book of evidence-based protocols used to combat the diseases of aging. He has also written continuing education programs for nutrition professionals, including Intermittent Fasting: EvidenceBased Approaches to Optimized Health and Disease Resistance and Clinical Strategies to Combat Food Allergies and Intolerances. Robert received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Chemistry from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, and a Master of Science degree in Nutrition Science from Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. Most of his experience as a practicing registered dietitian was in the field of integrative/functional medicine with a focus on food allergy. Robert’s diverse background also includes extensive experience in fitness/wellness as a gym owner, university nutrition instructor, and health educator in the nutraceuticals industry. He also has experience in the field of oncology. As a fitness enthusiast, he competes in Masters Track & Field events.