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Childhood Obesity

Research on Childhood Obesity

Investing in research is the cornerstone of RWJF’s approach for reversing the childhood obesity epidemic. Our grantees are examining which strategies have the greatest potential to promote healthy eating and physical activity among children. This work covers everything from how marketing influences children's food and beverage choices, to how communities can help kids be active, to the impact of school foods on students' health.

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Overview of the Texas Youth Fitness Study

September 1, 2010 | Journal Article

Study provides data on youth fitness in one state advances the knowledge base on school-based fitness testing and the factors influencing youth fitness.

BMI Measurement in Schools

September 1, 2009 | Journal Article

Schools initiating BMI-measurement programs should adhere to safeguards to minimize potential harms and maximize benefits, establish a safe and supportive environment for students of all body sizes, and implement science-based strategies to promote physical activity and healthy eating.

Schools and Obesity Prevention

March 1, 2009 | Journal Article

This article provides an overview of efforts in schools to address childhood obesity. Schools have begun to strengthen their food and physical activity policies, but stronger policies are needed to limit children's exposure to unhealthy foods and to increase their physical activity.

Can Tag Help Schools Teach?

March 1, 2012 | Issue Brief

Strengthening recess transforms the school climate, paving the way for less bullying and more focus on learning, according to new evaluation findings from Mathematica Policy Research and Stanford University.

A Poll About Children and Weight

February 25, 2013 | Survey/Poll

This poll provides new insights into the epidemic of childhood obesity and the challenges families face between school and sleep.

Beyond Distance: Children's School Travel Mode Choice

February 1, 2013 | Journal Article

Attitudes and perceptions about the environment are discussed in this comprehensive study assessing modifiable elements and environmental features beyond the actual distance to school.

Physical Education and Student Activity

February 1, 2013 | Journal Article

A new policy was set in place in 2009, adopted by the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) after audits revealed that the district was not enforcing physical education (PE) minute requirements.