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RUTH ANN FOSTER, SCD, RN
 

Dr. Ruth Ann Foster, ScD, RN, is an enthusiastic and creative trailblazer with an extraordinary combination of industry skills, expertise and achievements. Her passion for helping others and intense curiosity have guided her through several successful careers. Dr. Foster’s clinical experience includes neonatal intensive care and critical care nursing. Her long list of Hollywood editing credits includes feature films, TV mini-series, specials and concerts. Dr. Foster has spearheaded, organized and collaborated on numerous North Carolina legislative campaigns including legalizing access to raw milk, reforming juvenile justice and expanding nutrition practice laws. Foster's doctorate in holistic nutrition was inspired by her work in legislative campaigning. As a community nutrition educator, Foster has created and delivered captivating visual presentations for North Carolina legislators, university professors, professional organizations and civic groups. Her research focuses on the intriguing relationship between minerals, microbes and water. She is currently a research intern with The Center for Magnesium Education and Research (CMER).