More than two-thirds of adults and one-third of children in America are obese or at risk for obesity. To reverse this epidemic, we must identify the policy and environmental changes that lead to increased physical activity and better nutrition. We also must support the advocacy that will result in widespread adoption of those policies.
Obesity/Childhood Obesity
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Healthy Eating Research Grantees Survey
August 1, 2009 | Survey/Poll
This evaluation, led by Seth Emont, Ph.D., of White Mountain Research Associates, is one of two conducted in conjunction with the Healthy Eating Research program. A related evaluation assesses the future potential of Healthy Eating Research and its ...
The Public's Health Care Agenda for the 113th Congress
January 24, 2013 | Survey/Poll
The answer: It depends. Survey results on this issue are a mixed bag. of respondents say establishing state insurance exchanges should be top priority for state leaders In this comprehensive survey, researchers queried the public about their priorit ...
Public Support for Competitive Food Standards
March 27, 2012 | Survey/Poll
Eighty percent of American voters favor national standards that would limit calories, fat and sodium in snack and à la carte foods sold in U.S. schools and encourage the consumption of fruits, vegetables, and low-fat dairy items, according to a new ...
New Jersey Childhood Obesity Study
July 1, 2010 | Survey/Poll
The New Jersey Childhood Obesity Study presents findings from Newark, utilizing information from the household survey, school-based body mass index (BMI) data, and food and physical activity environment data.
New Jersey Childhood Obesity Study
July 1, 2010 | Survey/Poll
These reports present the results for Trenton as part of the New Jersey Childhood Obesity Study, based on the household survey, school body mass index (BMI) data, and food and physical activity environment data.
New Jersey Childhood Obesity Study
July 1, 2010 | Survey/Poll
These reports present the results for Camden as part of the New Jersey Childhood Obesity Study, based on the household survey, school body mass index (BMI) data, and food and physical activity environment data.
New Jersey Childhood Obesity Study
July 1, 2010 | Survey/Poll
These reports share findings from the New Jersey Childhood Obesity Study's analysis of New Brunswick. Information for this study is provided by the household survey, school body mass index (BMI) data, and food and physical activity environment data.
New Jersey Childhood Obesity Study
July 1, 2010 | Survey/Poll
The New Jersey Childhood Obesity Study presents findings from Vineland, using information from the household survey, school-based body mass index (BMI) data, and food and physical activity environment data.