This year we celebrated many accomplishments and exciting projects for HER and our research network. We celebrated 20 years of our program at our annual meeting, launched new networks for researchers, and released a new expert panel report. We have some exciting new projects lined up for 2026 that we can’t wait to share. Happy More
Written by: Thea Bergen, HER Graduate Student Worker The United States has an extensive network of food banks and government-assisted nutrition programs that play a vital role in helping individuals and families access healthy foods during challenging times. Yet, many individuals who participate in these programs have reported experiencing stigma when seeking assistance. Nutrition assistance More
Over the course of this year, Healthy Eating Research hosted a three-part webinar series designed to support public health researchers in maximizing the policy impact of their work. Our grantees are highly skilled in conducting policy-relevant research, and many have expressed that learning from experts about best practices for translating research into actionable change is More
Healthy Eating Research is proud to announce 8 new research teams funded through our 2025 rapid-response call for proposals. These studies focus on a range of nutrition programs, examining impacts from recent policy changes. We look forward to working with these teams and sharing the results of their projects. Research Briefs & Papers 1. Health More
Research shows that what children and teens drink has a big impact on their health – both now and for years to come. With so many different beverages available, making healthy decisions can be confusing and complicated. Experts convened by Healthy Eating Research from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the American Academy of Pediatric More
2024 was a year of many accomplishments for HER and our grantees. We are very proud to share a few highlights, from celebrating a lifetime impact award for HER’s director to releasing a new expert panel report. We look forward to publishing new research and celebrating the successes of our grantee network in 2025. Happy More
Written by: Galiya Chenault, Graduate Student Worker, Healthy Eating Research Unhealthy food marketing contributes to global health issues such as childhood obesity, poor nutrition, and diet-related diseases, making it crucial for professionals who work with children to understand and address its impact. Food and beverage companies often target children with high-sugar, high-fat products across digital More
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