Dr. Vernarelli is an Associate Professor at Sacred Heart University. She is a nutritional epidemiologist and public health nutritionist who studies how diet and lifestyle behaviors influence health status. Prior to coming to Sacred Heart, she held academic appointments at Fairfield University and Penn State, where she was also a member of the Penn State Population Research Institute. Dr. Vernarelli professionally consults, and has served as an expert witness for various statistical and nutrition-related projects. She currently serves as the Director of Research Education and Consultation for the College of Health Professions at Sacred Heart University.
There is science to indicate that a little bit every day can have a big impact on overall health. Making healthy choices does not have to be a huge burden — walking around the neighborhood or office; swapping a sugary beverage for flavored water — these little things have a big impact on overall health and disease risk.