Nancy Matsumoto is a freelance writer and editor who specializes in the areas of health, food, arts and culture. She has been a contributor to Time, Newsweek, Health, People, The Los Angeles Times, The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times, among other publications. Recently Nancy has been researching and writing about Japanese-American internment during World War II. She is also the co-author of the book The Parent's Guide to Eating Disorders: Supporting Self-Esteem, Healthy Eating & Positive Body Image at Home, winner of a National Parenting Publication award and called by one expert in the field, "the definitive encyclopedia for parents who are concerned about their children's eating or weight." She lives with her family in New York City.