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

Healthy Eating Research is proud to announce the funding of 7 new research teams funded through our 2024 call for proposals. These studies focus on a range of policies and programs and their potential to improve nutrition and health among children and families. We look forward to working with these teams and sharing the results More

Thursday, September 26, 1:30-3:00 PM EST This Healthy Eating Research webinar will explore the controversial topic of ultra-processed foods (UPFs). Panelists will provide an overview of the most common UPF classification system; delve into the potentially addictive nature of UPFs; and discuss the motivations and mechanisms for regulating foods based on their level of processing. More