Ruth M. Leverton (March 23, 1908 – September 14, 1982) was an American home economist.[1] Leverton's research led to advancements in the understanding of protein metabolism. She pioneered the use of human subjects to study nutrients and their interactions through controlled feeding studies where research participants lived in university live-in facilities alongside nonparticipants.[2]
Ruth M. Leverton
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| Born | March 23, 1908 |
| Died | September 14, 1982 |
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