PHYTOFOCUS: A Look Into the Science in Our Food

Dr. Cheri Granillo, DNP, blends 20+ years as an NP with nutrition and nature-based care to promote prevention and wellness, especially in underserved communities.
June 10, 2026
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Cheri Granillo, DNP, FNP-BC

Nurse Practitioner

Dr. Cheri Granillo got her Masters of Nursing degree at Johns Hopkins University and became a Nurse Practitioner for 20 years. She recently received her Doctor of Nursing Practice degree in 2023 from UNCC and is passionate about the power of prevention in healthcare. With a background in primary care and a certification in Therapeutic Horticulture, she integrates science, nutrition, and nature-based interventions to promote wellness. She has worked extensively in underserved communities, focusing on disease prevention and wellness through sustainable lifestyle changes. As the Translational Nutrition Program Manager at North Carolina State University's Plants for Human Health Institute (PHHI), she helps bridge the gap between research and real-world application, developing programs that translate scientific findings into practical strategies for improving health.