Sonia Maria de Figueiredo

Sonia Maria de Figueiredo is a researcher and faculty member at the School of Nutrition at the Federal University of Ouro Preto in Minas Gerais, Brazil, where she is affiliated with the Graduate Program in Health and Nutrition. Her research spans nutrition, cancer research, cell biology, and molecular biology, with particular attention to the biological properties of Brazilian propolis and other natural compounds. Published work has explored the antioxidant and immunomodulatory activities of green and red propolis, nutritional status and metabolic health among people living with HIV, and dietary interventions for chronic conditions. Additional research addresses food and nutrition education, including cooking workshops designed to support healthier eating habits among people with diabetes.