Childhood Obesity Program Area

RWJF is committed to tackling one of the most urgent threats to the health of our children and families—childhood obesity. Our goal is to reverse the childhood obesity epidemic by 2015.

Menu Labeling Regulations and Calories Purchased at Chain Restaurants

June 1, 2013 | Journal Article

This study examined whether the mean number of calories purchased by consumers decreased after the regulation to include caloric information on menus was implemented.

Latina Voices in Childhood Obesity

March 1, 2013 | Journal Article

Latina mothers identify barriers to children being physically active and find their voice to advocate for changes.

Latino Church Leaders' Perspectives on Childhood Obesity Prevention

March 1, 2013 | Journal Article

Church leaders express willingness to address obesity and promote health in their congregations.

Exploring Potential Research Contributions to Policy

March 1, 2013 | Journal Article

Research use a conceptual framework to analyze Salud America! projects.

Seeking Environmental and Policy Solutions to Address Latino Childhood Obesity

March 1, 2013 | Journal Article

Latino researchers, communities, and policy-makers are helping reshape the nation’s health system and improve community health.

Building Strategies and Leadership for Change

March 1, 2013 | Journal Article

Salud America! research aligns with the Institute of Medicine’s approach to preventing obesity.

San Antonio as a Face of the Future

March 1, 2013 | Journal Article

San Antonio’s mayor implements a strategy of community awareness and collaboration to improve health and fitness.

Fast-Food Menu Offerings Vary in Dietary Quality, But Are Consistently Poor

January 15, 2013 | Journal Article

This study examines the nutritional environment of five U.S. fast-food restaurant chains using the Healthy Eating Index-2005. Full menus scored lower than 50 out of 100 possible points, and no menu or subset of menu received a score higher than 72.

National Urban League Tackles Childhood Obesity

November 27, 2012 | Program Result Report

In 2010, the National Urban League launched an initiative to address childhood obesity through policy and program activities both on the national level and through its local affiliates.

Assessment for Active Living

November 1, 2012 | Journal Article

This study used data from focus groups, interviews, and the ALbD Progress Reporting System to examine community assessments conducted by the partnerships.