Nicole Haywood

Author Bio

Nicole Haywood is the Wellness Coordinator in the Center for Educational Services at the National Institute for Fitness and Sport (NIFS). Nicole is a registered dietitian and has a master's degree in Family and Consumer Sciences. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Dietetics at Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana, and her graduate work at Ball State University, Muncie, Indiana. At NIFS, she specializes in behavior modification and developing healthy eating attitudes and patterns. Nicole coordinates several weight management programs and develops and presents wellness lectures on nutrition, fitness, and wellness topics for corporate and community groups. She occasionally appears on Indianapolis radio and television programs to disseminate current health news for central Indiana residents. Nicole also provides individual nutrition consultations related to making healthy food choices, wellness, fitness, healthy body weight, eating disorders, and managing chronic health conditions.