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Determining health risks in childhood: How does BMI measure up?

                                                                       Emily Goldsmith​ ​Watching this past summer’s Olympics, one of my favorite breakout stars was Team USA Rugby player Ilona Maher....

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A Growing Movement for Growing Kids: Universal Free School Meals

Julia D'Ambrosio, MPH ​Families with school aged children are probably familiar with the hecticness that accompanies a morning before school: waking up early, getting the kids showered and dressed,...

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Convenience at a Cost: The Nutritional Reality Behind the Supermarket...

Yutong Zhang, MS   ​Imagine you’re navigating the bustling aisles of supermarkets after a tiring day of work, and your attention is quickly drawn by all convenience, ready-to-eat options prepared on...

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The Metabolic Marvels of Movement over the 24-hour Period

Soren Harnois-Leblanc, PhD ​Staying active and limiting sedentary time may require a bit more encouragement over these cold winter months. Here is one incentive: did you know that you can optimize...

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A Savory Approach to Reducing Sodium: What the United States Can Learn from...

Alexandra Ross, PhD, MHS   High sodium intake is associated with hypertension, heart disease, and strokes, making it a public health concern across the globe. However, reducing sodium consumption can...

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