Monica Reinagel, M.S., C.N.S., is the author of several health books and creator of the IF Rating system for estimating the inflammatory effects of foods. She is Chief Nutritionist for NutritionData.com, the internet's leading nutrition site, where she writes a daily blog on health and nutrition and a bi-weekly e-letter read by 50,000 subscribers. Monica is also a regular contributor to Epicurious.com, national magazines, and radio programs. Monica holds a Master's Degree in Human Nutrition and is a board-certified nutrition specialist.