Glen Merzer grew up in Bellmore, N.Y., and was educated at New College in Sarasota, FL, Indiana University, Boston University, and the University of Alabama. His latest book is MOVING MEDICINE FORWARD, by Michael Klaper MD with Glen Merzer. Other recent books are FOOD IS CLIMATE, AMERICA GOES VEGAN! with recipes by Tracy Childs, and OWN YOUR HEALTH, with recipes by Chef AJ.