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- [NCCOR Releases 2022 Annual Report Highlighting Community Focused Resources](https://www.nccor.org/news/nccor-releases-2022-annual-report-highlighting-community-focused-resources/) - The 2022 Annual Report, Connecting Research to Communities, highlights NCCOR’s unique role in building a community among federal agencies, practitioners, students, and scientists working in children’s health. In the past year, NCCOR expanded its reach to new audiences by launching user-friendly tools. The 2022 Annual Report demonstrates how NCCOR connects research to communities and empowers those
- [Celebrating a Milestone: NCCOR's 2023 Annual Report Showcases Strategic Impact on Childhood Obesity Research](https://www.nccor.org/news/celebrating-a-milestone-nccors-2023-annual-report-showcases-strategic-impact-on-childhood-obesity-research/) - NCCOR announces the publication of our 2023 Annual Report, "Making a Strategic Difference." The report highlights the past year's achievements and features a special section celebrating NCCOR’s 15-year anniversary. A Legacy of Impact and Innovation When NCCOR began, childhood obesity rates were rising, and prevention research faced several challenges. The field needed new measures, and
- [Register Today! Upcoming NCCOR Workshop Examines Obesity Prevention Research, Community Engagement, and Systems Change](https://www.nccor.org/news/register-today-upcoming-nccor-workshop-examines-obesity-prevention-research-community-engagement-and-systems-change/) - Join NCCOR for the Obesity-Related Policy, Systems, and Environmental Research in the U.S. (OPUS) workshop! The virtual workshop will take place from 12:00–5 p.m. ET on June 4–5 and will include keynote addresses and moderated panel discussions with distinguished speakers from academic institutions, global research projects, and federal agencies. Twelve years ago, the Institute of
- [Upcoming NCCOR Workshop Examines Obesity Prevention Research, Community Engagement, and Systems Change](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/upcoming-nccor-workshop-examines-obesity-prevention-research-community-engagement-and-systems-change/) - Join NCCOR for the Obesity-Related Policy, Systems, and Environmental Research in the U.S. (OPUS) workshop! The virtual workshop will take place from 12:00–5 p.m. ET on June 4–5 and will include keynote addresses and moderated panel discussions with distinguished speakers from academic institutions, global research projects, and federal agencies. Twelve years ago, the Institute of
- [New NCCOR Research Presented at ISBNPA 2024](https://www.nccor.org/events/new-nccor-research-presented-at-isbnpa-2024/) - NCCOR is pleased to announce that Dr. Laura Balis will present new NCCOR research at the International Society of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity (ISBNPA) 2024 Conference in Omaha. Her presentation, scheduled for Thursday, May 23, 2024, from 9:50 AM to 11:05 am CT, is titled "Opportunities for Physical Activity Research, Policy, and Practice: A
- [NCCOR Releases New OPUS Resources](https://www.nccor.org/events/nccor-releases-new-opus-resources/) - NCCOR’s recent Obesity-Related Policy, Systems, and Environmental (OPUS) workshop is now available for viewing. This workshop, the first in a two-part series, featured over two dozen distinguished speakers who explored best practices and future innovations in childhood obesity prevention. Now you can access all the recordings and speaker slides on our newly launched OPUS I project page. The new
- [NCCOR Adds Four New Studies to the Catalogue of Surveillance Systems (CSS)](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/nccor-adds-four-new-studies-to-the-catalogue-of-surveillance-systems-css/) - NCCOR’s Catalogue of Surveillance Systems (CSS) has grown to include four significant studies, each offering unique insights into public health: The Hispanic Community Health Study/Study of Latinos: This study explores the health and disease patterns in Hispanic/Latino populations in the United States, aiming to understand the role of lifestyle and genetic factors in their health outcomes. The Framingham
- [NCCOR Announces Registration is Open for the OPUS II Virtual Workshop](https://www.nccor.org/events/nccor-announces-registration-is-open-for-the-opus-ii-virtual-workshop/) - Join NCCOR on October 9–10 for the upcoming Obesity-Related Policy, Systems, and Environmental Research in the U.S. (OPUS) virtual workshop. Building on the valuable insights from the previous OPUS workshop, OPUS II will focus on the next generation of equity-centered, community-engaged policy, systems, and environmental (PSE) interventions for childhood obesity prevention. The workshop agenda will explore critical methodological considerations,
- [NCCOR Releases New Webpage with Insights from the OPUS II Workshop](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/nccor-releases-new-webpage-with-insights-from-the-opus-ii-workshop/) - NCCOR announces a new web resource summarizing key insights from our recent Obesity-Related Policy, Systems, and Environmental Research in the U.S. (OPUS) II workshop. Visit the OPUS II project page to access all workshop recordings, speaker slides, and participant bios. Building on the foundational insights from the OPUS I workshop, OPUS II convened experts to explore the next
- [NCCOR Highlights Research Efforts to Advance Childhood Obesity Research](https://www.nccor.org/news/nccor-highlights-research-efforts-to-advance-childhood-obesity-research-2/) - This week, NCCOR published a commentary titled “National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research Efforts to Advance Childhood Obesity Research: Progress and Next Steps” in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine. The paper celebrates a decade of NCCOR’s landmark tools—the Catalogue of Surveillance Systems and the Measures Registry—and advancements in childhood obesity research. NCCOR was formed in 2008 to accelerate progress in childhood obesity research.
- [Cooperative Extension’s National Framework for Health Equity and Well-Being: Implementation and Intersections with NCCOR Partners](https://www.nccor.org/news/cooperative-extensions-national-framework-for-health-equity-and-well-being-implementation-and-intersections-with-nccor-partners/) - On April 27, 2023, NCCOR, in partnership with the U.S. Department of Agriculture, will host a Connect & Explore webinar, “Cooperative Extension’s National Framework for Health Equity and Well-Being: Implementation and Intersections with NCCOR Partners.” Launched in 2021, the updated Framework addressed the contextual factors that impact a person’s health outcomes, including social determinants of
- [Does Breastfeeding Initiation Vary by WIC Participation and Race/Ethnicity? An Examination of Long-Term Trends from 2009-2017](https://www.nccor.org/news/does-breastfeeding-initiation-vary-by-wic-participation-and-race-ethnicity-an-examination-of-long-term-trends-from-2009-2017/) - On January 11, 2023, NCCOR will host a Connect & Explore webinar that explored “Breastfeeding Initiation Trends by WIC Participation and Race/Ethnicity Among Medicaid Births,” a research study soon to appear in the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior. The webinar provided a first hand look at the long-term breastfeeding initiation trends by prenatal WIC participation. The paper used
- [New NCCOR Editorial Explores the Intersection of Structural Racism, Social Determinants, and Childhood Obesity](https://www.nccor.org/news/new-nccor-editorial-explores-the-intersection-of-structural-racism-social-determinants-and-childhood-obesity/) - NCCOR is pleased to announce a new editorial in the journal Childhood Obesity titled, The Influence of Social Determinants of Health and Structural Racism on Childhood Obesity. It explores the relationship between social determinants of health (SDoH), structural racism, and childhood obesity and highlights gaps and opportunities for advancing measurement in this field. Through a landscape analysis and expert
- [New Connect & Explore Webinar Explores Updated Recommendations for Childhood Obesity Treatment](https://www.nccor.org/news/new-connect-explore-webinar-explores-updated-recommendations-for-childhood-obesity-treatment/) - Join NCCOR on Tuesday, March 28th from 3:00-4:00 p.m. ET for the next Connect & Explore webinar, Clinical Practice Guideline for the Evaluation and Treatment of Children and Adolescents with Obesity. Authors of the American Academy of Pediatrics’ new clinical practice guideline for children with overweight and obesity will discuss their key recommendations and explore potential impacts for childhood obesity programs.
- [Sleep Variables Now Available in NCCOR’s Catalogue of Surveillance Systems](https://www.nccor.org/news/sleep-variables-now-available-in-nccors-catalogue-of-surveillance-systems/) - Launched over a decade ago, NCCOR’s Catalogue of Surveillance Systems (CSS) has become an indispensable resource for childhood obesity research, providing centralized access to over 100 relevant data sets. Now, NCCOR is again accelerating progress in childhood obesity research by incorporating new sleep variables into 36 datasets in the database. Like diet and physical activity, research suggests
- [Visit NCCOR during the 2023 American Public Health Association’s Annual Meeting & Expo in Atlanta](https://www.nccor.org/news/visit-nccor-during-the-2023-american-public-health-associations-annual-meeting-expo-in-atlanta/) - Join NCCOR from November 12-15 at the American Public Health Association’s (APHA) Annual Meeting and Expo in Atlanta. This year’s theme, Creating the Healthiest Nation: Overcoming Social and Ethical Challenges, focuses on building public health capacity and addressing social and ethical challenges so all people can thrive. NCCOR will be at this year’s conference. Stop
- [White House Task Force on Childhood Obesity: Report to the President](https://www.nccor.org/news/white-house-task-force-on-childhood-obesity-report-to-the-president/) - In February 2010, first lady Michelle Obama launched the Let's Move! campaign to solve the childhood obesity epidemic within a generation. As part of this effort, President Barack Obama established the Task Force on Childhood Obesity to develop and implement an interagency plan that details a coordinated strategy, identifies key benchmarks, and outlines an action
- [PHA Introduces End Childhood Obesity Innovation Challenge](https://www.nccor.org/news/pha-introduces-end-childhood-obesity-innovation-challenge/) - The Partnership for a Healthier America (PHA), which works with the private sector and honorary chair Michelle Obama to end the childhood obesity crisis within a generation, is inviting anyone with a great idea for how eradicate this pressing public health issue to enter the End Childhood Obesity Innovation Challenge. The winning idea will receive
- [NCI releases new Dietary Assessment Primer](https://www.nccor.org/news/nci-releases-new-dietary-assessment-primer/) - The National Cancer Institute (NCI) part of the National Institutes of Health, a funder of the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR), is pleased to announce the availability of a web-based Dietary Assessment Primer. Various types of self-report instruments have been developed to assess dietary intake. Each has distinct features and strengths. The Dietary Assessment
- [NCCOR Year in Review: 2016](https://www.nccor.org/news/nccor-year-in-review-2016/) - In 2016 NCCOR expanded its outreach efforts, connecting with new audiences across the country to accelerate progress in reducing childhood obesity. NCCOR’s expanded outreach included more Connect & Explore webinars, an enhanced social media presence, exhibits at conferences, special-topic workshops, and a refreshed website. We worked with non-health partners on behavioral design issues, engaged healthcare
- [NCCOR Year in Review: 2018](https://www.nccor.org/news/nccor-year-in-review-2018/) - It’s been a busy year for the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research! This year, NCCOR updated some of our one-of-a-kind tools, accelerated outreach efforts to disseminate information, and strengthened alliances and partnerships to promote childhood obesity research. Here are some of our accomplishments and moments from the year. NCCOR’s tools and resources help researchers
- [National Institutes of Health releases strategic plan to accelerate nutrition research over next 10 years](https://www.nccor.org/news/national-institutes-of-health-releases-strategic-plan-to-accelerate-nutrition-research-over-next-10-years/) - Newly released, the first NIH-wide strategic plan for nutrition research emphasizes cross-cutting, innovative opportunities to advance nutrition research across a wide range of areas, from basic science to experimental design to research training. This ambitious plan is the first of its kind that sets out to develop targeted and effective diet interventions in a diverse
- [NCCOR Continues to Advance Measurement to Address Childhood Obesity](https://www.nccor.org/news/nccor-continues-to-advance-measurement-to-address-childhood-obesity/) - Washington, DC, October 14, 2021—A new paper published today in The American Journal of Preventive Medicine describes priorities and next steps for enhancing measurement tools and using high quality measures in research to address the childhood obesity epidemic. The paper, “Advancing Measurement to Address Childhood Obesity: Results of 3 Workshops,” arises from a series of
- [Visit NCCOR Virtually at APHA and ObesityWeek® Interactive](https://www.nccor.org/news/visit-nccor-virtually-at-apha-and-obesityweek-interactive-2/) - NCCOR is excited to attend the American Public Health Association (APHA) Annual Meeting and ObesityWeek® Interactive. Join us at our APHA virtual conference booth (#124) or hear the latest in childhood obesity research during conference sessions featuring NCCOR members. NCCOR Virtual Booth at APHA The APHA Annual Meeting and Expo will take place October 24-27,
- [New NCCOR Resources Examine the Impact of COVID-19 among Child Care Programs](https://www.nccor.org/news/new-nccor-resources-examine-the-impact-of-covid-19-among-child-care-programs/) - This month, NCCOR published a new project page based on our latest report, titled Key Informant Interviews to Inform Nutrition and Physical Activity Efforts in Child Care Settings During the COVID-19 Pandemic. This report highlights research needs and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and related legislation on the early care and education (ECE) system from
- [New NCCOR White Paper Addressing Youth Active Travel to School Surveillance](https://www.nccor.org/news/new-nccor-white-paper-addressing-youth-active-travel-to-school-surveillance-2/) - This fall, NCCOR published a literature review in the Journal of Healthy Eating and Active Living and released a white paper summarizing a workshop that engaged experts to explore key challenges related to surveillance and measurement of youth active travel to school (ATS). A key priority for NCCOR has been to promote the common use
- [NCCOR Releases a New Factsheet as Part of Early Childhood Focus during National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/nccor-releases-a-new-factsheet-as-part-of-early-childhood-focus-during-national-childhood-obesity-awareness-month/) - Infants and toddlers will take center stage during National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month as NCCOR publishes a new factsheet about the Healthy Eating Index (HEI). For the first time, the recently released HEI highlights the unique dietary needs of young children. Created by the National Cancer Institute and the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the HEI measures how closely foods adhere to the Dietary
- [Upcoming NCCOR Webinar Highlights the New Healthy Eating Index 2020 and Healthy Eating Index-Toddlers-2020](https://www.nccor.org/news/upcoming-nccor-webinar-highlights-the-new-healthy-eating-index-2020-and-healthy-eating-index-toddlers-2020/) - Join NCCOR on September 7, 2023, from 2:00–3:30 p.m. ET for the next Connect & Explore webinar, “Measuring Diet Quality Across the Lifespan: Introducing the New Healthy Eating Index-Toddlers-2020 and Healthy Eating Index-2020.” This special 90-minute webinar will feature an expert panel of researchers who contributed to the new Healthy Eating Index (HEI). HEI is a
- [NCCOR to Host a Webinar on Reframing Childhood Obesity: Cultural Insights on Nutrition, Weight, and Food Systems](https://www.nccor.org/news/nccor-to-host-a-webinar-on-reframing-childhood-obesity-cultural-insights-on-nutrition-weight-and-food-systems/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) is partnering with the Vanderbilt Cultural Context of Health & Wellbeing Initiative and Robert Wood Johnson Foundation to host a Connect & Explore webinar on the recently released report, Reframing Childhood Obesity: Cultural Insights on Nutrition, Weight, and Food Systems. The report focuses on three key areas in which cultural insights and
- [New NCCOR Paper Identifies Measurement Gaps and Provides Research Opportunities for Advancing Dietary Assessment in Infants and Toddlers](https://www.nccor.org/news/new-nccor-paper-identifies-measurement-gaps-and-provides-research-opportunities-for-advancing-dietary-assessment-in-infants-and-toddlers/) - A new commentary paper from the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) underscores the importance of measuring dietary intake during the critical early stages of life. The paper, “Count Every Bite to Make ‘Every Bite Count’: Measurement Gaps and Future Directions for Assessing Diet from Birth to 24 Months,” is now available online in
- [Connect & Explore Webinar Links Economic Benefits and Physical Activity](https://www.nccor.org/news/connect-explore-webinar-links-economic-benefits-and-physical-activity/) - How does focusing on economic benefits help to promote physical activity? Find out on Thursday, November 17, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. ET during the latest Connect & Explore webinar, Create Thriving, Activity-Friendly Communities with NCCOR. An expert panel will demonstrate how to use NCCOR's newest tool, Create Thriving, Activity-Friendly Communities: Making the Case for Investments
- [Maximizing the Scientific Value of Data Generated by the Environmental influences on Child Health Outcomes (ECHO) Program: Dissertation Grant (R36)](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/maximizing-the-scientific-value-of-data-generated-by-the-environmental-influences-on-child-health-outcomes-echo-program-dissertation-grant-r36/)
- [AIMINGS AI for Precision Nutrition Pilot Program](https://www.nccor.org/funding-opportunities/9689/)
- [Addressing Structural Barriers to Economic Inclusion for Children and Families](https://www.nccor.org/funding-opportunities/addressing-structural-barriers-to-economic-inclusion-for-children-and-families/)
- [Healthy Meals Incentives Grants for Small and/or Rural School Food Authorities Request for Applications](https://www.nccor.org/funding-opportunities/healthy-meals-incentives-grants-for-small-and-or-rural-school-food-authorities-request-for-applications/)
- [National Needs Graduate and Postgraduate Fellowship Grants Program Funding Opportunity](https://www.nccor.org/funding-opportunities/national-needs-graduate-and-postgraduate-fellowship-grants-program-funding-opportunity/)
- [National Food and Agricultural Sciences Teaching Extension and Research Awards](https://www.nccor.org/funding-opportunities/national-food-and-agricultural-sciences-teaching-extension-and-research-awards/)
- [FY 2023 Team Nutrition Grant Supporting Nutrition Education for School-Aged Children](https://www.nccor.org/funding-opportunities/fy-2023-team-nutrition-grant-supporting-nutrition-education-for-school-aged-children/)
- [1890 Facilities Grants Program](https://www.nccor.org/funding-opportunities/1890-facilities-grants-program/)
- [New Beginning for Tribal Students Program](https://www.nccor.org/funding-opportunities/new-beginning-for-tribal-students-program/)
- [ALR research summaries and briefs available](https://www.nccor.org/research/alr-research-summaries-and-briefs-available/) - The chief aim of Active Living Research (ALR) is to increase knowledge about active living by supporting research to identify environmental factors and policies that can increase physical activity and prevent childhood obesity, particularly among children in low-income and racial or ethnic minority communities. Research from the fields of health, planning, transportation, and recreation is
- [Leading research funders launch collaborative to accelerate nation’s progress in reducing childhood obesity](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/leading-research-funders-launch-collaborative-to-accelerate-nations-progress-in-reducing-childhood-obesity-2/) - Ambitious agenda planned for first year; webinar series to begin this month WASHINGTON – A new National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) was launched today to accelerate progress on reversing the epidemic of overweight and obesity among U.S. youth. The initiative brings together the expertise and resources of the Centers for Disease Control and
- [There's more to health than health care](https://www.nccor.org/news/theres-more-to-health-than-health-care/) - The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Commission to Build a Healthier America – led by Mark McClellan, M.D., Ph.D. and Alice M. Rivlin, Ph.D., two national health care and fiscal policy leaders – released 10 recommendations for dramatic improvements in the health of all Americans, particularly those who face the greatest barriers to good health. Launched
- [Measurement of the food and physical activity environments](https://www.nccor.org/publications/measurement-of-the-food-and-physical-activity-environments/) - April 2009 Given the high rates of obesity prevalence in the United States and around the world, research interest has grown regarding the effects of the community food and physical activity environments on individual diet and activity behavior. Robust measures of these environments are required in order to assess any effect. Measurement of food and
- [Building a collaboration to address childhood obesity](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/building-a-collaboration-to-address-childhood-obesity/) - The scope and urgency of the childhood obesity epidemic requires comprehensive efforts to increase both healthy eating and physical activity. The new National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) brings together the expertise and resources of three of the country’s leading research funders, the Centers for Disease Prevention and Control (CDC), National Institutes of Health
- [Webinar series builds policy research skills](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/webinar-series-builds-policy-research-skills/) - Session 2 of a four-part webinar series designed to disseminate approaches for evaluating obesity policies was held on April 3. It addressed the pitfalls associated with research in real world settings. The series was developed to disseminate techniques and approaches for evaluating policies intended to reduce obesity prevalence by improving diet and/or increasing physical activity.
- [Schools should increase exercise and track weight data, study recommends](https://www.nccor.org/research/schools-should-increase-exercise-and-track-weight-data-study-recommends/) - By Annie Gowen Local schools need to do more to get students moving and track their weight data, according to a recent regional survey on childhood obesity. Researchers for the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments surveyed nine area school districts and found that although all met federal nutrition guidelines for meals, none met the recommended 150
- [New York City official is Obama’s pick for CDC](https://www.nccor.org/news/new-york-city-official-is-obamas-pick-for-cdc/) - President Obama announced that he has chosen Dr. Thomas R. Frieden, the New York City health commissioner, as the next director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), administration officials said. Dr. Frieden, a 48-year-old infectious disease specialist, has cut a high and sometimes contentious profile in his seven years as New York's
- [Inaugural WON Conference presentations available](https://www.nccor.org/presentations/inaugural-won-conference-presentations-available/) - Video presentations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Weight of the Nation (WON) Conference are available for viewing. WON was CDC’s Inaugural Conference on Obesity Prevention and Control, held July 27-29, 2009, in Washington, DC. Check out these resources.
- [Proposals being accepted for a research study to examine existing community programs; winner to work in partnership with NCCOR](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/proposals-being-accepted-for-a-research-study-to-examine-existing-community-programs-winner-to-work-in-partnership-with-nccor/) - Activities of the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) have led to plans for a new nationwide study that will examine outcomes associated with characteristics of community programs and policies to reduce childhood obesity rates. The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) – in collaboration with
- [Webinar focuses on collaborative modeling for advancing research, policy](https://www.nccor.org/webinars/webinar-focuses-on-collaborative-modeling-for-advancing-research-policy/) - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity (DNPAO) and the CDC Division of Adolescent and School Health (DASH) proudly presented "Collaborative Modeling to Address Childhood Obesity: Bridging Research and Policy Making," by Karen J. Minyard, Ph.D., director of the Georgia Health Policy Center at Georgia State University.
- [RWJF makes statement regarding Surgeon General’s vision for a healthy and fit nation](https://www.nccor.org/news/rwjf-makes-statement-regarding-surgeon-generals-vision-for-a-healthy-and-fit-nation/) - The following is a statement by Risa Lavizzo-Mourey, M.D., M.B.A., president and CEO of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation: The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) commends Surgeon General Regina Benjamin for her strong statement on the urgent need to reverse the obesity epidemic to create a healthy and fit nation. We welcome her visible leadership,
- [Collaboration accelerating progress on childhood obesity](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/collaboration-accelerating-progress-on-childhood-obesity/) - February marks the one-year anniversary of the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR), a public-private collaboration to accelerate progress on reversing the epidemic of overweight and obesity among U.S. youth. NCCOR was launched in February 2009 at the start of the Obama administration, and brings together three of the nation’s leading research funders –
- [Food systems and public health: Linkages to achieve healthier diets and healthier communities](https://www.nccor.org/research/food-systems-and-public-health-linkages-to-achieve-healthier-diets-and-healthier-communities/) - A recent double issue of the Journal of Hunger & Environmental Nutrition bridges food systems and public health by identifying successful research, programs, and policies within agriculture, food, and health to advance a food system that supports healthier diets and reduced obesity. Spearheaded by Mary Story, Ph.D., R.D., of the University of Minnesota, Michael Hamm, Ph.D. of
- [NCCOR featured on podcast](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/nccor-featured-on-podcast/) - NIH Research Radio recorded a podcast interview titled “Research to Health Fight Childhood Obesity: NCCOR.” Dr. Rachel Ballard-Barbash, associate director for the Applied Research Program at the National Cancer Institute (NCI) and National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) Steering Committee member spoke about the NCCOR initiative. “Welcome to episode 104 of NIH Research Radio
- [Childhood obesity research collaboration welcomes USDA](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/childhood-obesity-research-collaboration-welcomes-usda/) - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has joined the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR), a public-private research collaboration to accelerate progress on preventing and reversing the childhood obesity epidemic. The National Institutes of Health (NIH), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) launched NCCOR in
- [Webinar: Tool helps move research into practice](https://www.nccor.org/webinars/webinar-tool-helps-move-research-into-practice/) - Cancer Control P.L.A.N.E.T. was developed as a web portal to assist with moving research into practice. The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (DFCI) aims to disseminate the Cancer Control P.L.A.N.E.T. tools to health program planners in three Massachusetts communities—Boston, Lawrence, and Worcester—via a community-based participatory research project funded by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) called PLANET MassCONECT.
- [Members of Congress establish task force to end childhood obesity](https://www.nccor.org/news/members-of-congress-establish-task-force-to-end-childhood-obesity/) - The Children's Caucus announced the creation of its Congressional Task Force on Childhood Obesity, a bipartisan team of House of Representatives Members. The task force will be led by founder Representative Marcia L. Fudge (D-OH11) and Representatives Patrick Tiberi (R-OH12), Ron Kind (D-WI03), and Dave Reichert (R-WA08). Its mission is to work collaboratively in raising
- [NCCOR among innovation winners celebrated following HHS employee vote](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/nccor-among-innovation-winners-celebrated-following-hhs-employee-vote/) - HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius today announced the six winners of innovation awards in the first cycle of the HHSinnovates program. The program is aimed at supporting a "culture of innovation" in one of the federal government's largest Departments. "We launched the HHSinnovatesawards program this year because we recognize that innovation is the lifeblood of continual
- [NIH-funded studies tackling childhood obesity; NCCOR-supported program among efforts](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/nih-funded-studies-tackling-childhood-obesity-nccor-supported-program-among-efforts/) - NHLBI Office of Communications The National Institutes of Health is launching two major research efforts, totaling $72.5 million, to examine ways to curtail the nation's childhood obesity epidemic. One will study long-term approaches to prevent or treat childhood obesity, and the other will examine community efforts to reduce childhood obesity rates. "Childhood obesity is a
- [Convergence Partnership: Healthy People, Healthy Places Webinar Series](https://www.nccor.org/webinars/convergence-partnership-healthy-people-healthy-places-webinar-series/) - This five-part webinar series described various activities, strategies, and resources aimed at creating healthy and safe environments. It attracted participants working toward reducing inequities, promoting cross-sector and multi-field partnerships, and stimulating action for policy change. Access the webinar recordings here.
- [Nutrition: No obesity link to junk food in schools](https://www.nccor.org/research/nutrition-no-obesity-link-to-junk-food-in-schools/) - Original article | The New York Times By Nicholas Bakalar In the fight against childhood obesity, communities all over the country are banning the sale of sweets and salty snacks in public schools. But a new study suggests that the strategy may be ineffective. Researchers at Pennsylvania State University tracked the body mass indexes of
- [National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research launches surveillance resource](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/national-collaborative-on-childhood-obesity-research-launches-surveillance-resource/) - A compilation of 75+ U.S. surveillance systems provides researchers with a one-stop resource on childhood obesity data WASHINGTON, DC – The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) announced today the launch of a new, free online resource to help researchers and practitioners more easily investigate childhood obesity in America. NCCOR's Catalogue of Surveillance Systems
- [National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research launches Measures Registry](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/national-collaborative-on-childhood-obesity-research-launches-measures-registry/) - A searchable online registry of diet and physical activity measures relevant to childhood obesity research WASHINGTON, DC – The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) has launched a free, searchable online registry of measures and resources to use in childhood obesity research. Public health researchers need standard measures in order to describe and monitor
- [NCCOR's Measures Registry is a success](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/nccors-measures-registry-is-a-success/) - On April 29, The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) launched the Measures Registry, a searchable database of diet and physical activity measures relevant to childhood obesity research. Childhood obesity and public health researchers have commended the Registry for encouraging the use of common measures and accelerating childhood obesity research. The tool has also
- [NIH releases best practices for combining qualitative and quantitative research](https://www.nccor.org/research/nih-releases-best-practices-for-combining-qualitative-and-quantitative-research/) - The National Institutes of Health (NIH) today released recommendations or best practices for scientists conducting mixed methods health research. Mixed methods research combines the strengths of quantitative research and qualitative research. Despite the increased interest in mixed methods research in health fields and at NIH, prior to this report, there was limited guidance to help scientists
- [Obesity Series in The Lancet features articles from NCCOR's modeling teams](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/lancet-obesity-series-features-articles-from-nccors-modeling-teams/) - An Obesity Series, released Aug. 26 in The Lancet, features four papers and related commentaries from NCCOR’s Collaborative Obesity Modeling Network (COMNet) modeling teams. COMNet includes teams from both academia and government in the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, and Canada. The following link lists the teams and their members: https://www.nccor.org/envision/networks_comnet.html The Obesity Series was
- [Access materials from IOM Childhood Obesity Prevention Committee Workshop](https://www.nccor.org/webinars/access-materials-from-iom-childhood-obesity-prevention-committee-workshop/) - The IOM Standing Committee on Childhood Obesity Prevention hosted a one-day workshop titled "Legal Strategies in Childhood Obesity Prevention." The workshop was intended to highlight the evidence on current and potential legal strategies and their outcomes in childhood obesity prevention. The workshop featured presentations and discussions that provide insight from researchers, policy makers, community members,
- [The Johns Hopkins Global Center on Childhood Obesity established](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/johns-hopkins-global-center-for-childhood-obesity-established/) - The Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health has been awarded a $16 million U54 cooperative agreement from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to establish a global center of excellence to address the childhood obesity epidemic. The Johns Hopkins Global Center on Childhood Obesity will emphasize the integration of geospatial analysis with a systems
- [Accounting for measurement error in dietary intake data](https://www.nccor.org/webinars/accounting-for-measurement-error-in-dietary-intake-data/) - The National Cancer Institute (NCI) hosted a webinar series on accounting for measurement error in dietary intake data. Organized by collaborators from NCI; Office of Dietary Supplements; U.S. Department of Agriculture; Gertner Institute; Texas A&M University; and Wake Forest University, the series ran from Sept. 20-Dec. 6, 2011. The goal of the webinar series was
- [NCCOR continues to expand its reach with the help of external advisors](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/nccor-continues-to-expand-its-reach-with-the-help-of-external-advisors/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) has appointed a panel of external advisors to help the Collaborative expand its programs and areas of expertise. The NCCOR External Scientific Panel (NESP) will advise NCCOR on its overall direction and provide guidance and assistance on specific projects and initiatives. "NCCOR has been very successful at
- [Systems science in childhood obesity and public health research: Pre-doctoral and post-doctoral opportunities at Johns Hopkins University](https://www.nccor.org/programs/systems-science-in-childhood-obesity-and-public-health-research-pre-doctoral-and-post-doctoral-opportunities-at-johns-hopkins-university/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR)-supported and NIH-funded, Johns Hopkins Global Center for Childhood Obesity (JHGCCO) is recruiting qualified pre-doctoral and post-doctoral trainees from diverse fields (e.g. Public Health, Medicine, Engineering, Nursing, or Arts and Sciences) with a career interest in addressing childhood obesity, non-communicable chronic diseases, and related topics in public health
- [Mathematica's Ronette Briefel to advise National Collaborative On Childhood Obesity Research](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/mathematicas-ronette-briefel-to-advise-national-collaborative-on-childhood-obesity-research/) - Mathematica Policy Research Newsroom WASHINGTON, DC — Ronette Briefel, a senior fellow at Mathematica Policy Research, has been tapped to serve as one of five experts on an external scientific panel for the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) for a term of one year. The Collaborative, which seeks to reduce childhood obesity in
- [San Antonio researcher Dr. Amelie Ramirez named to scientific panel on childhood obesity research](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/san-antonio-researcher-dr-amelie-ramirez-named-to-scientific-panel-on-childhood-obesity-research/) - SaludToday Blog Dr. Amelie G. Ramirez, director of the Institute for Health Promotion Research at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, the team behind SaludToday, has been named to a prestigious panel of external advisors for the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR). NCCOR brings together four of the nation’s
- [New funding opportunities at global childhood obesity center](https://www.nccor.org/awards/new-funding-opportunities-at-johns-hopkins-global-center-for-childhood-obesity/) - The Johns Hopkins Global Center on Childhood Obesity (JHGCCO) has recently announced an RFA for new rapid response funding opportunities. The JHGCCO, supported by the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR), works to combat the childhood obesity epidemic by supporting systems science approaches to research and training. It has funding available for up to
- [Article about Measures Registry and Catalogue of Surveillance Systems published](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/article-about-measures-registry-and-catalogue-of-surveillance-systems-published/) - The American Journal of Preventive Medicine recently published an article about National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research’s (NCCOR) Measures Registry and Catalogue of Surveillance Systems. It is currently available online. The April 2012 article − authored by NCCOR members Robin McKinnon, Jill Reedy, David Berrigan, Susan Krebs-Smith on behalf of all members in the NCCOR
- [Welcome to the new and improved www.nccor.org!](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/welcome-to-the-new-and-improved-nccor-org/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) has redesigned, updated, and enhanced its website to improve usability, communication flow, and user engagement. The move takes advantage of newer communication channels to improve the Collaborative’s reach and positions www.nccor.org as the resource for childhood obesity research information. NCCOR is a unique example of a public-private
- [IOM publishes presentations from NCCOR members in new report](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/iom-publishes-presentations-from-nccor-members-in-new-report/) - The Institute of Medicine (IOM) recently published a report of the presentations and discussions at its Measuring Progress in Obesity Prevention Workshop. The report features presentations from three members of the National Collaborative for Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR): Susan Krebs-Smith (NIH-NCI), Robin McKinnon (NIH-NCI), and Laura Kettel Khan (CDC-DNPAO). “The purpose of this workshop was
- [NIH grant builds on previous RWJF work by funding research to assess the impact of childhood obesity prevention efforts](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/nih-grant-builds-on-previous-rwjf-work-by-funding-research-to-assess-the-impact-of-childhood-obesity-prevention-efforts/) - The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has funded a team at Rutgers to follow a group of children for five years to determine the effectiveness of changes in the physical activity and the food environment on lowering rates of childhood obesity in five of New Jersey’s poorest cities. The results from these studies will help
- [New NCCOR infographics illuminate global reach](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/new-nccor-infographics-illuminate-global-reach/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) recently released new infographics pertaining to global usage of its Catalogue of Surveillance Systems and Measures Registry online tools. Two identically structured infographics boldly elucidate the top international users accessing the Catalogue and Registry, as well as additional countries that have used the resources since their respective
- [Special feature on obesity and cancer risk in NCI’s Annual Report to the Nation on the Status of Cancer](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/special-feature-on-obesity-and-cancer-risk-in-ncis-annual-report-to-the-nation-on-the-status-of-cancer/) - In March 2012, the National Cancer Institute (NCI) released its Annual Report to the Nation on the Status of Cancer 1975-2008. This year’s report contains a special feature on the association of overweight and lack of physical activity with cancer risk. NCCOR Steering Committee member Dr. Rachel Ballard-Barbash (NCI) participated as a co-author on the
- [NCCOR members participate in Society of Behavioral Medicine symposium](https://www.nccor.org/presentations/nccor-members-participate-in-society-of-behavioral-medicine-symposium/) - Today’s symposium at the Society of Behavioral Medicine’s 33rd Annual Meeting & Scientific Sessions discussed “accelerating the path from exploratory research to evidence-based guidelines for childhood obesity prevention.” The symposium included presentations from members of the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) and highlighted some of the work NCCOR has done to accelerate progress
- [Community Guide informs decision making, assists researchers](https://www.nccor.org/presentations/community-guide-informs-decision-making-assists-researchers/) - During an April 12 symposium on strengthening the evidence base for childhood obesity, Shawna Mercer, Ph.D., of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), discussed the Guide to Community Preventive Services. This presentation was part of the Society of Behavioral Medicine’s 33rd Annual Meeting & Scientific Sessions, held April 11-14, in New Orleans, La.
- [Children’s food and beverages fail to live up to health claims on packaging](https://www.nccor.org/presentations/childrens-food-and-beverages-fail-to-live-up-to-health-claims-on-packaging/) - According to new research from Sana Chehimi, MPH, of the Prevention Institute, health claims on children’s food labels are misleading and fail to meet basic nutrient guidelines. Chehimi presented her research last week at the Society for Behavioral Medicine’s 33rd Annual Meeting & Scientific Sessions. Currently, there is no federal law that regulates food marketing
- [Webinar highlights opportunities to leverage The Weight of the Nation](https://www.nccor.org/webinars/webinar-highlights-opportunities-to-leverage-the-weight-of-the-nation/) - A new webinar from Kaiser Permanente and the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation highlights the ways grantmakers in health, sustainable agriculture, and related fields can help spread the word about "The Weight of the Nation," a national campaign aimed at combating obesity. "The Weight of the Nation" is a comprehensive public awareness campaign designed to
- [Studies question the pairing of food deserts and obesity](https://www.nccor.org/news/studies-question-the-pairing-of-food-deserts-and-obesity/) - April 23, 2012, The New York Times By Gina Kolata It has become an article of faith among some policy makers and advocates, including Michelle Obama, that poor urban neighborhoods are food deserts, bereft of fresh fruits and vegetables. But two new studies have found something unexpected. Such neighborhoods not only have more fast food restaurants
- [New research suggests that neighborhood environment impacts child and parent obesity rates](https://www.nccor.org/publications/new-research-suggests-that-neighborhood-environment-impacts-child-and-parent-obesity-rates/) - Two new companion studies from the American Journal of Preventive Medicine suggest that living in a healthy environment can have a positive impact on you and your child’s waistline. The first of these studies describes the development of innovative GIS-based constructs for physical activity and nutrition environments. A follow-up study validates these measures by finding
- [USDA publishes rule on compliance process for schools to meet the new healthier meal standards](https://www.nccor.org/news/usda-publishes-rule-on-compliance-process-for-schools-to-meet-the-new-healthier-meal-standards/) - April 27, 2012, Food Research and Action Center On April 27, 2012, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) published a rule specifying the certification process for schools to receive the six-cent per meal performance-based incentive funds created by the 2010 child nutrition reauthorization. The rule’s title is Certification of Compliance with Meal Requirements for the National
- [Paying people to lose weight may backfire in the long run](https://www.nccor.org/research/paying-people-to-lose-weight-may-backfire-in-the-long-run/) - Financial incentives are widely used in health behavior interventions. However, new research suggests that paying people to maintain a healthier lifestyle may actually lead them to gain weight and be less active. The study, published in the Journal of Obesity, assessed participants’ financial motivation to participate in the “Make Better Choices” trial — a trial
- [New infographics to help users search NCCOR’s Catalogue and Registry](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/new-infographics-to-help-users-search-nccors-catalogue-and-registry/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) recently unveiled new infographics that provide users with a visual reference of the various options to sort or “filter” items in the Catalogue of Surveillance Systems and Measures Registry online tools. These two identically structured infographics display the filter options for the Catalogue and Registry along a
- [AGree charts path to address challenges facing the food and agriculture system](https://www.nccor.org/news/agree-charts-path-to-address-challenges-facing-the-food-and-agriculture-system/) - May 2, 2012, Agree Today at a panel discussion, AGree, an initiative designed to inform and address food and agriculture policy issues through the direct engagement of diverse groups, unveiled its vision for the global food and agriculture system in 2030 and strategies to advance that vision. AGree is committed to developing a broad framework
- [Sharing NCCOR’s successes at 2012 Weight of the Nation™ Conference](https://www.nccor.org/events/sharing-nccors-successes-at-2012-weight-of-the-nation-conference/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) will be hosting a number of events at this year’s Weight of the Nation™ conference to share and promote the Collaborative’s successful efforts to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of childhood obesity research. NCCOR promotion efforts at the conference will include: A reception featuring a panel presentation
- [Promoting consumer dietary behavior change through innovative communications](https://www.nccor.org/presentations/promoting-consumer-dietary-behavior-change-through-innovative-communications/) - On May 7, at a forum on healthy eating, physical activity, and obesity, Robert Post, of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR), discussed the USDA’s innovative approach for encouraging Americans to eat healthier. Until now most communication approaches for promoting the USDA’s dietary guidelines have focused
- [NCCOR members receive awards for making strides to combat obesity](https://www.nccor.org/awards/nccor-members-receive-awards-for-their-efforts-to-combat-obesity/) - On May 8, at Weight of the Nation's Pioneering Innovation Awards ceremony, three members of the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) received awards in recognition of their work to combat obesity. Tracy Orleans, of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) and NCCOR Steering Committee, accepted the “Applied Obesity Research Award” on behalf of
- [New animated videos demonstrate how to use NCCOR’s Catalogue and Registry tools](https://www.nccor.org/videos/new-animated-videos-demonstrate-how-to-use-nccors-catalogue-and-registry-tools/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) recently released two videos that provide users with step-by-step instructions on how to navigate NCCOR’s Catalogue and Registry online tools. These animated videos describe the purpose and functions of the tools and demonstrate how to use the Catalogue and Registry to search for relevant measures, data resources,
- [Active Living Research launches enhanced website](https://www.nccor.org/news/active-living-research-launches-enhanced-website/) - The Active Living Research (ALR) program recently redesigned their website, www.activelivingresearch.org, to make it easier for users to search for information and resources on active living and identify key evidence to help prevent childhood obesity and promote active communities. Some of the new website features include: MOVE! blog – The blog contains the latest information on
- [More than half of overweight and obese adolescents have heart disease risk, CDC study says](https://www.nccor.org/news/more-than-half-of-overweight-and-obese-adolescents-have-heart-disease-risk-cdc-study-says/) - Half the nation’s overweight teens have unhealthy blood pressure, cholesterol, or blood sugar levels that put them at risk for future heart attacks and other cardiac problems, new federal research says. And an even larger proportion of obese adolescents have such a risk, according to the alarming new numbers. “What this is saying, unfortunately, is
- [NCCOR member quoted: College students' weighty choices bring obesity to forefront](https://www.nccor.org/news/nccor-member-quoted-college-students-weighty-choices-bring-obesity-to-forefront/) - May 23, 2012, Southern Maryland Online By Sydney Carter Control over their live choices is part of the college experience for students. But that authority is not without cost: Schedules are jammed and in-flux; exercise, homework, and friends all compete for time. Parents aren't around to clean up, nag about homework and grades, or cook
- [The upside of peer pressure: social networks help kids exercise more](https://www.nccor.org/news/the-upside-of-peer-pressure-social-networks-help-kids-exercise-more/) - May 28, 2012, TIME By Alice Park Peer pressure can be a powerful force, and sometimes a positive one. For example, hanging out with active peers may lead kids to exercise more, making a child’s social network a potential vehicle for promoting healthy habits and reducing obesity. That’s what researchers led by Sabina Gesell, a
- [Webpages now feature easy-to-share fact sheets](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/webpages-now-feature-easy-to-share-fact-sheets/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) is making it easier to disseminate information about its online tools. The Catalogue of Surveillance Systems and Measures Registry now have fact sheets available for download. The fact sheets can be found on the particular project webpages (https://www.nccor.org/projects/catalogue, https://www.nccor.org/projects/measures). Each features key information about the tools’ features and
- [Promoting nutrition, Disney to restrict junk-food ads](https://www.nccor.org/news/promoting-nutrition-disney-to-restrict-junk-food-ads/) - June 5, 2012, The New York Times By Brooks Barnes The Walt Disney Company, in an effort to address concerns about entertainment’s role in childhood obesity, plans to announce on June 5 that all products advertised on its child-focused television channels, radio stations, and websites must comply with a strict new set of nutritional standards.The restrictions
- [Research says junk food advertising reductions have been modest](https://www.nccor.org/research/research-says-junk-food-advertising-reductions-have-been-modest/) - The Yale Rudd Center for Food Policy & Obesity has released a new report titled Trends in Television Food Advertising to Young People: 2011 Update. It follows up on its 2010 update of the same name. Like other recent studies, this Rudd Center report shows some progress in reducing junk food advertising to kids younger than
- [BEAT Institute trains investigators, practitioners in measuring aspects of built environment](https://www.nccor.org/events/beat-institute-trains-investigators-practitioners-in-measuring-aspects-of-built-environment/) - Numerous research examines the “built environment,” defined as the man-made entities that form the physical characteristics of a community. This includes buildings, roads, utilities, homes, food stores, restaurants, fixtures, parks, and more. It also includes what’s captured by the broader concept of “environment” – streetscapes and transportation environments, nutrition and physical activity environments, and everything
- [RWJF releases new funding opportunity to study the impact of sharing public health services](https://www.nccor.org/news/rwjf-releases-new-funding-opportunity-to-study-the-impact-of-sharing-public-health-services/) - The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) recently released a funding opportunity to study the impact of sharing services, resources, and functions across public health agencies and jurisdictions. Referred to as cross-jurisdictional sharing (CJS), these arrangements range from informal agreements around sharing discrete services or programs, to regionalization including the formal merger or consolidation of multiple
- [Study: Overweight kids may do worse in math](https://www.nccor.org/news/study-overweight-kids-may-do-worse-in-math/) - June 14, 2012, HealthDay By Serena Gordon Youngsters who are persistently overweight may not perform as well academically – specifically in math – as their normal-weight peers, new research suggests. Although the study didn't find a direct cause-and-effect relationship between being overweight or obese and school performance, the researchers did find that children who started kindergarten carrying extra
- [NCCOR member teaches training course at BEAT Institute](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/nccor-member-teaches-training-course-at-beat-institute/) - There is growing evidence that the “built environment” or physical characteristics of a community can have a major impact on obesity, physical activity, and overall health. NCCOR External Scientific Panel (NESP) member Jim Sallis will discuss the role environment plays in influencing physical activity at next week’s Built Environment Assessment Training (BEAT) Institute. During the
- [AMA will urge obesity education](https://www.nccor.org/news/ama-will-urge-obesity-education/) - June 21, 2012, Associated Press By Lindsey Tanner The American Medical Association (AMA) put its weight Wednesday behind requiring yearly instruction aimed at preventing obesity for public schoolchildren and teens. The AMA, the nation's largest physicians group, agreed to support legislation that would require classes in causes, consequences and prevention of obesity for first- through
- [How much sugar is in sugar-sweetened children's cereal?](https://www.nccor.org/videos/new-video-shows-how-much-sugar-there-is-in-sugar-sweetened-childrens-cereal/) - A new video, "How Sweet It Is!," from the Rudd Center shows just how much added sugar there is in many sugar-sweetened children's cereals. Research conducted by the Rudd Center shows that children will eat low-sugar cereals, and even when allowed to add sugar to the cereal, tend to add much less sugar than a
- [HIA: Students more likely to buy healthier lunches if there are nutritional standards for snacks, drinks](https://www.nccor.org/publications/hia-students-more-likely-to-buy-healthier-lunches-if-there-are-nutritional-standards-for-snacks-drinks/) - June 26, 2012, Kids’ Safe & Healthful Foods Project News Release Updating national nutrition standards for snack foods and beverages sold in schools could help students maintain a healthy weight and increase food service revenue, according to a health impact assessment (HIA) released today by the Kids’ Safe & Healthful Foods Project and the Health
- [Former BEAT Institute participant helping to improve health of her community](https://www.nccor.org/interviews/former-beat-institute-participant-helping-to-improve-health-of-her-community/) - The 2012 Built Environment Assessment Training (BEAT) Institute is happening now in Boston, Mass. The goals of the Institute are to: prepare investigators and practitioners to use both observational and self-report measures of nutrition and activity environments and related behavioral assessments through lectures, fieldwork, hands-on skills, group work and individual consultation; and increase the number
- [New brief summarizes research on physical activity in after-school programs](https://www.nccor.org/news/new-brief-summarizes-research-on-physical-activity-in-after-school-programs/) - Nearly one in three young people in the United States are overweight or obese and lack of physical activity contributes to the epidemic. Leading public health officials recognize after-school programs as an important setting for promoting physical activity and preventing obesity. In recent years, 14 states have adopted policies and national standards have been developed
- [U.S. Preventive Services Task Force finds the benefit of behavioral counseling interventions to promote a healthy diet and physical activity is small](https://www.nccor.org/research/u-s-preventive-services-task-force-finds-the-benefit-of-behavioral-counseling-interventions-to-promote-a-healthy-diet-and-physical-activity-is-small/) - In a recent recommendation statement, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) announced that behavioral counseling to promote a healthy diet and exercise was not very effective in improving health outcomes among adults without hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, or cardiovascular disease. The USPSTF recommends that clinicians should selectively counsel patients rather than offering counseling to all
- [AJPM Childhood Obesity Challenge](https://www.nccor.org/programs/ajpm-childhood-obesity-challenge/) - Are you or someone you know working on an effective project that addresses childhood obesity? The American Journal of Preventive Medicine (AJPM) wants to hear about it. AJPM announced the opening of the "Childhood Obesity Challenge," an online competition designed to provide new and creative solutions to this public health crisis. The Challenge is open
- [JHGCCO releases second round RFA for rapid response studies](https://www.nccor.org/awards/890/) - The Johns Hopkins Global Center on Childhood Obesity (JHGCCO) released its second round Request for Applications (RFA) on July 1, awarding research grants for "rapid response" studies. JHGCCO seeks to jumpstart systems-oriented childhood obesity research in a rapidly-changing physical or policy environment by supporting rapid response projects — opportune pilot and feasibility projects with timelines that would not
- [Most kids don't get enough PE, says study](https://www.nccor.org/news/most-kids-dont-get-enough-pe-says-study/) - July 10, 2012, CNN Most schools in the United States are not offering children the suggested amount of physical education, according to a new study. The study, conducted by Bryan McCullick, a kinesiology professor at the University of Georgia, examined all 50 of the United States and found six states where elementary schools followed recommended
- [How effective are anti-obesity campaigns?](https://www.nccor.org/news/how-effective-are-anti-obesity-campaigns/) - July 9, 2012, Boston Globe By Kay Lazar Mary Regan has witnessed a transformation outside the front door of her Union Square office in Somerville — new “corrals” provide more parking spaces for bicyclists, angled parking has replaced parallel parking for cars to keep doors from flying open into bicycle lanes, and those lanes have
- [Study establishes link between screen time and specific measures of physical fitness](https://www.nccor.org/research/study-establishes-link-between-screen-time-and-specific-measures-of-physical-fitness/) - July 16, 2012, TIME By Alexandra Sifferlin The more TV kids watch in early life, the thicker they get around the waistline and the weaker their muscle strength, a new study finds. It’s no secret that watching TV is linked with some unhealthy outcomes in kids — previous studies have found that children who watch
- [Minnesota hospital group releases infographic, report](https://www.nccor.org/publications/minnesota-hospital-group-releases-infographic-report/) - July 16, 2012, Kids' Health Blog The Children's Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota developed an infographic titled "The Weight of Childhood Obesity." The graphic cites statistics and preventive measures from multiple sources, including the Minnesota Department of Education, Health, Human Services and Public Safety, various journals, and the Institute of Medicine. The infographic accompanies a three-part
- [Strategies for population-level obesity prevention for children](https://www.nccor.org/publications/strategies-for-population-level-obesity-prevention-for-children/) - For those who may be interested in current obesity best practices for children, the National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released a review providing a summary of population-level intervention strategies for preventing and controlling childhood obesity. The review, published in the Annual Review
- [Study links childhood obesity to cancer in adults](https://www.nccor.org/news/study-links-childhood-obesity-to-cancer-in-adults/) - July 25, 2012, The Jerusalem Post By Judy Siegel-Itzkovich Tel Aviv University researchers have found a connection between obesity in childhood and colon or bladder cancer in adulthood. The risk for these malignant tumors is 40 percent higher in adults who were overweight as children. Dr. Adi Leiba, Prof. Arnon Afek and Dr. Ari Shamiss
- [Parents can spur kids’ activity by example](https://www.nccor.org/research/parents-can-spur-kids-activity-by-example/) - Aug. 1, 2012, Firstpost. Parents concerned about their kids’ lazy ways can spur them into greater activity by setting an example themselves, according to research at National Jewish Health. Kristen Holm, assistant professor of medicine at National Jewish Health – Denver, Colorado, and her colleagues report that, when parents increase their daily activity, as measured by
- [What would Batman eat?](https://www.nccor.org/research/what-would-batman-eat/) - Aug. 4, 2012, Philly.com/Health blogs - Healthy Kids By Beth Wallace Every day, we hear something on the news about the obesity crisis in this country. And every day, parents, grandparents, doctors, dietitians, and the first lady try to find a new way to encourage kids to eat healthy. In my profession, we preach that
- [Child cholesterol improves in U.S. as snacks lose fats](https://www.nccor.org/research/child-cholesterol-improves-in-u-s-as-snacks-lose-fats/) - Aug. 07, 2012, Bloomberg Businessweek By Jeanna Smialek Cholesterol levels in U.S. children improved in the past two decades as makers of cookies, crackers, and French fries responded to public concern that trans fats used in their products may be harmful to health. The prevalence of elevated total cholesterol dropped to 8.1 percent for those
- [Junk food laws may help curb childhood obesity: Study](https://www.nccor.org/research/junk-food-laws-may-help-curb-childhood-obesity-study/) - Aug. 13, 2012, Huffington Post By Lindsey Tanner Laws strictly curbing school sales of junk food and sweetened drinks may play a role in slowing childhood obesity, according to a study that seems to offer the first evidence such efforts could pay off. The results come from the first large national look at the effectiveness
- [Kids pick nutritional Happy Meal when no toy offered with less healthy option: Study](https://www.nccor.org/research/kids-pick-nutritional-happy-meal-when-no-toy-offered-with-less-healthy-option-study/) - Aug. 12, 2012, Global News By Sheryl Ubelacker Children are far more likely to pick a healthier fast-food meal when promotional toys are offered only with those menu options and not with less nutritional fare like burgers, fries, and a pop, a study has found. Canadian researchers set out to see which McDonald's Happy Meals that
- [Doing the math to fight childhood obesity](https://www.nccor.org/news/doing-the-math-to-fight-childhood-obesity/) - Dieters often use online calorie calculators to stay true to their weight-loss plan. Translating the concept to the population health arena, researchers at Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health created the Caloric Calculator (CaloricCalculator.org) to help policymakers, school district administrators, and others assess the potential impact of health policy choices on childhood obesity. Select
- [Antibiotics too soon may set babies up for obesity: Study](https://www.nccor.org/research/antibiotics-too-soon-may-set-babies-up-for-obesity-study/) - Aug. 21, 2012, ABC News By Dr. Shari Barnett Giving your baby antibiotics too early may increase their chances of being overweight in childhood, new research suggests. Specifically, infants exposed to antibiotics during the first six months of their lives are 22 percent more likely to be overweight between the ages of 10 months and 3 years
- [Cartoon stickers may sway kids' food choices: Study](https://www.nccor.org/research/cartoon-stickers-may-sway-kids-food-choices-study/) - Aug. 22, 2012, Reuters For children who turn up their noses at fruits and vegetables, slapping a cartoon face on a healthy snack may make those choices more appealing, according to a U.S. study.Researchers, whose findings appeared in the Archives of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine, discovered that when elementary school students were offered apples and
- [Study shows healthy school lunches don't cost more](https://www.nccor.org/research/study-shows-healthy-school-lunches-dont-cost-more/) - Aug. 23, 2012, San Antonio Express By Don Finley and Lindsay Kastner In 2006, three middle schools in the San Antonio ISD made some radical lunchtime changes. They took french fries off the menu and cheese off the burgers, added baby carrot sticks and more whole grains. Even the breading on chicken nuggets got the whole grain treatment. The result?
- [Webinar focuses on community changes to combat AI/AN obesity, related health issues](https://www.nccor.org/webinars/webinar-focuses-on-community-changes-to-combat-aian-obesity-related-health-issues/) - A recent webinar on American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) health focused on efforts to combat obesity and obesity-related health issues facing AI/AN people using approaches to foster sustainable community changes to promote healthy eating and active living. It was hosted by the Association of American Indian Physicians (AAIP). The advocacy-oriented webinar was developed for physicians, and
- [USDA celebrates the start of a healthier school year for America's kids](https://www.nccor.org/news/usda-celebrates-the-start-of-a-healthier-school-year-for-americas-kids/) - Aug. 29, 2012, USDA Press Release Agriculture Under Secretary for Food, Nutrition and Consumer Services Kevin Concannon announced on Aug. 29 that America's students will see healthier and more nutritious foods in the cafeteria as they return to school this year. The new nutrition standards for school meals, implemented as a result of the historic
- [Call for papers on advancing obesity prevention](https://www.nccor.org/events/call-for-papers-on-advancing-obesity-prevention/) - The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) and the National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities at the National Institutes of Health (NIMHD/NIH) recently announced a call for papers for a special theme issue on obesity prevention called “Advancing Obesity Prevention: Quality Improvements, Emerging Models, and Best Practices." The issue will be published in the Journal
- [September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month](https://www.nccor.org/news/september-is-national-childhood-obesity-awareness-month/) - Aug. 31, 2012, HHS News Release September marks the start of National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, a time for us to encourage America’s children to develop healthy habits that can last a lifetime. All kids deserve to experience the positive health benefits of daily physical activity and healthy eating, and have those opportunities available to
- [Post-doctoral opportunities at Johns Hopkins Global Center on Childhood Obesity](https://www.nccor.org/programs/post-doctoral-opportunities-at-johns-hopkins-global-center-on-childhood-obesity/) - The NIH-funded, Johns Hopkins Global Center on Childhood Obesity (JHGCCO) has 1-2 openings annually between 2012-2016 for qualified post-doctoral trainees from diverse fields (e.g., Public Health, Medicine, Engineering, Nursing, or Arts and Sciences) with a career interest in addressing childhood obesity, non-communicable chronic diseases, and related topics in public health using systems science theories and methods. The Center, supported
- [Philadelphia School District reports progress in reducing childhood obesity rates](https://www.nccor.org/research/philadelphia-school-district-reports-progress-in-reducing-childhood-obesity-rates/) - Sept. 6, 2012, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation The overall obesity rate among Philadelphia schoolchildren fell more than 4.5 percent between the 2006-07 and 2009-10 school years, according to a study published today in Preventing Chronic Disease. The decrease, from an obesity rate of 21.5 percent to 20.5 percent, was reported among male and female students ages 5
- [Journal of Obesity calls for papers to assess obesogenic dietary habits](https://www.nccor.org/research/journal-of-obesity-calls-for-papers-to-assess-obesogenic-dietary-habits/) - Sept. 5, 2012, Journal of Obesity Dietary indexes, because of the inclusion of multiple dietary components in a single measure, let us describe the characteristics of the overall diet. Results of dietary assessment via this method are more easily understood and interpreted by consumers, practitioners, and other stakeholders such as policy makers. In adults, dietary
- [Event to highlight findings from 'F as in Fat'](https://www.nccor.org/events/event-to-highlight-findings-from-f-as-in-fat/) - Trust for America’s Health and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) will release their ninth annual “F as in Fat” report next week. There will be a Hill briefing for congressional staff and other interested parties on Mon., Sept. 24, from 9:30-10:30 a.m. to highlight key findings of “F as in Fat: How Obesity Threatens
- [Study: Children without siblings may have higher risk of overweight and obesity](https://www.nccor.org/research/study-children-without-siblings-may-have-higher-risk-of-overweight-and-obesity/) - Sept. 17, 2012, Huffington Post Scientists have pinpointed a potential risk factor for overweight and obesity early in life —­ and it has to do with how many siblings a child has. Researchers at the University of Gothenburg in Sweden, in addition to other researchers from other institutions across Europe, found that only children are more
- [BEAT Institute offers free online course](https://www.nccor.org/programs/beat-institute-offers-free-online-course/) - As the Institute of Medicine (IOM) and other official groups have recognized environmental and policy changes as promising strategies for controlling obesity and improving diet and physical activity, various measures have been identified for use by researchers and practitioners to plan and evaluate changes to the built environment. The Built Environment Assessment Training (BEAT) Institute
- [Are healthy foods really more expensive? It depends on how you measure the price](https://www.nccor.org/research/are-healthy-foods-really-more-expensive-it-depends-on-how-you-measure-the-price/) - Most Americans do not eat enough fruits, vegetables, and whole grains to meet federal dietary recommendations. A commonly cited reason for this deficiency is that healthy foods cost more than less healthy options. However, a recent study from the U.S. Department of Agriculture found that nutritious foods – such as grains, vegetables, fruit, and dairy
- [Prevalence of disordered eating behaviors among young overweight children and the effects of parental control of feeding](https://www.nccor.org/research/prevalence-of-disordered-eating-behaviors-among-young-overweight-children-and-the-effects-of-parental-control-of-feeding/) - New research presented at The Obesity Society Annual Scientific Meeting on Sept. 21 found that it was common for young overweight children to hide, hoard, or sneak food. They also found that parental control of eating behaviors was associated with children eating even if they were not hungry. “More than a quarter of overweight and
- [Soda, other sugary drinks more firmly tied to obesity in new studies](https://www.nccor.org/research/soda-other-sugary-drinks-more-firmly-tied-to-obesity-in-new-studies/) - Sept. 21, 2012, Huffington Post By Marilynn Marchione New research powerfully strengthens the case against soda and other sugary drinks as culprits in the obesity epidemic. A huge, decades-long study involving more than 33,000 Americans has yielded the first clear proof that drinking sugary beverages interacts with genes that affect weight, amplifying a person's risk
- [Nemours to lead national initiative to promote healthy lifestyles for young children in child care](https://www.nccor.org/news/nemours-to-lead-national-initiative-to-promote-healthy-lifestyles-for-young-children-in-child-care/) - Nemours received a five year cooperative agreement from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to support healthy lifestyles for young children in child care. The funding, $4.2 million in the first year, and up to $20 million over five years, will be used to assist early care and education providers in six states
- [Can personal technology stop the obesity epidemic?](https://www.nccor.org/research/can-personal-technology-stop-the-obesity-epidemic/) - Sept. 25, 2012, Scientific American By Katherine Harmon So much of our information from — and interaction with — the world is now mediated by computers, cell phones, and tablets that health experts have been practically running themselves ragged trying to find ways to use these conduits to help people make healthier choices. Great success stories
- [Study: Active video games have exercise-like effects in kids](https://www.nccor.org/research/study-active-video-games-have-exercise-like-effects-in-kids/) - Sept. 24, 2012, HealthDay Adolescents who play active video games increase their heart rate, use more oxygen, and expend more energy, according to a small new study. Low levels of physical activity are associated with obesity in children. Compared to video games that youngsters can play while sitting on the couch, active video games encourage
- [Shifting the obesity paradigm in young children to guidelines for healthy growth](https://www.nccor.org/presentations/shifting-the-obesity-paradigm-in-young-children-to-guidelines-for-healthy-growth/) - On Sept. 22, at a symposium on dietary guidelines for infants and young children, Jose Saavedra, vice president of medical and scientific affairs at Nestlé Nutrition and associate professor at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, discussed shifting the obesity paradigm among infants and young children from dietary guidelines to healthy growth options directed to
- [Study: Exercise boosts self-esteem; physical activity improves mental well-being](https://www.nccor.org/research/exercise-boosts-self-esteem-study-physical-activity-improves-mental-well-being/) - By Danielle Angel Moderate physical activity has been shown to improve the mental well-being of overweight children. This study was conducted in Ottawa, Canada , and funded by the Canadian Diabetes Association with the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario Research Institute. It was published in the Journal of Pediatric Psychology. The study looked at the psychological health of
- [NCCOR members recognized for innovative work](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/nccor-members-recognized-for-innovative-work/) - The American Journal of Preventive Medicine (AJPM) announced its awardees of the first Childhood Obesity Challenge this week. Several members of the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) were recognized for their “innovative ideas to combat the childhood obesity epidemic.” NCCOR Envision member Y. Claire Wang, M.D. Sc.D., and colleagues at from the Columbia
- [UCLA project to promote healthy nutrition and physical activity](https://www.nccor.org/awards/ucla-project-to-promote-healthy-nutrition-and-physical-activity/) - Researchers at the UCLA Fielding School of Public Health and UCLA's Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center have been awarded a $20 million federal grant to further their innovative efforts to curb obesity. ... The UCLA project, rather than requiring busy, stressed individuals in low-resource neighborhoods to seek out physical activity and nutrient-rich foods, will engage them as "captive" audiences
- [NCCOR adds two data resources to website](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/nccor-adds-new-data-resources-to-website/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) is pleased to announce the addition of two data collections to its list of resources from NCCOR members: the Data Hub, and the Health Indicator Sortable Stats. The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Data Hub tracks state-level data and allows users to customize and visualize facts and figures
- [Perspective paper: 'Candy at the Cash Register — A Risk Factor for Obesity and Chronic Disease'](https://www.nccor.org/publications/grocery-store-product-placement-and-obesity/) - By Deborah A. Cohen, M.D., M.P.H., and Susan H. Babey, Ph.D. A basic misconception has stymied our response to the obesity epidemic: the belief that food-related decisions are consciously and deliberately made. Our reluctance to interfere with or regulate the food environment is a direct consequence of the belief that people's food choices reflect their true
- [Journal article outlines future directions of obesity research](https://www.nccor.org/publications/journal-article-outlines-future-directions-of-obesity-research/) - A viewpoint piece in the Sept. 19, 2012 Journal of the American Medical Association (Volume 308, Number 11) recommends next steps for obesity research in dealing with the obesity epidemic. Authored by the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases Director Griffin P. Rodgers, M.D., and National Institutes of Health Director Francis S. Collins,
- [Nestle and General Mills to cut sugar in kids' cereals outside of United States](https://www.nccor.org/news/nestle-and-general-mills-to-cut-sugar-in-kids-cereals-outside-of-united-states/) - By Emma Thomasson Nestle SA and General Mills Inc. will cut sugar and salt in the children's breakfast cereals they jointly market outside North America, the latest attempt by major food companies to respond to health concerns. The two have been in a joint venture since 1990 to sell Nestle-brand cereals such as Cheerios in
- [Presentation materials from IOM’s public workshop on physical activity in schools now available](https://www.nccor.org/news/presentation-materials-from-ioms-public-workshop-on-physical-activity-in-schools-now-available/) - The Institute of Medicine (IOM) held a public workshop, "Physical Activity and Physical Education in Schools: Perspectives on Successes, Barriers, and Opportunities" on Sept. 20, 2012. Its purpose was to provide the IOM with viewpoints from individuals in academia as well as practitioners of physical activity and physical education programs in the school environment. The
- [Fruit juice has benefits, but calories outweigh them, experts say](https://www.nccor.org/news/fruit-juice-has-benefits-but-calories-outweigh-them-experts-say/) - By Gabriella Boston The school year is underway, and many parents see no better way to prepare their children for a taxing day of learning than with a large glass of sunshine, also known as orange juice. Not so fast, say nutritionists and obesity experts. That glass of juice — even if it’s 100 percent
- [President Clinton announces fitness collaboration to fight childhood obesity](https://www.nccor.org/news/president-clinton-announces-fitness-collaboration-to-fight-childhood-obesity/) - By Yvonne Mazzulo In an effort to expand the way physical activity is delivered to millions of children and youth across the country, the Alliance for a Healthier Generation announced on Oct. 21 a national fitness campaign to get kids moving with BOKS, an initiative of Reebok, celebrity trainers Bob Harper, Tara Stiles, Billy Blanks, and global fitness
- [Economic conditions may trump genetics when battling obesity](https://www.nccor.org/research/economic-conditions-may-trump-genetics-when-battling-obesity-3/) - In a first-of-its-kind study that shows environmental conditions can be more influential than genetics, Virginia Tech researchers have found that the cost of food — not someone's genetic makeup — is a major factor in eating fattening food. The study, which was recently published in the Open Neuroendocrinology Journal, suggests that economic environments could be
- [NCCOR members lead continuing education session on PE and nutrition in schools at APHA conference](https://www.nccor.org/events/nccor-members-lead-continuing-education-session-on-pe-and-nutrition-in-schools-at-apha-conference/) - On Sat., Oct. 27, NCCOR members Sarah Lee and Allison Nihiser from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) are co-leading a pre-conference Learning Institute at the American Public Health Association’s (APHA) annual conference with colleagues from the National Cancer Institute (NCI), including NCCOR’s April Oh. The session, titled, “Applying Science-Based Guidelines and Policy Data to
- [AJPM launches a second round of the Childhood Obesity Challenge](https://www.nccor.org/news/ajpm-launches-a-second-round-of-the-childhood-obesity-challenge/) - The American Journal of Preventive Medicine (AJMP) in partnership with the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation has launched a second round of the Childhood Obesity Challenge — an online competition for innovators of all backgrounds to submit promising solutions the childhood obesity epidemic. Round 2 seeks submissions focusing on innovative policies aimed at reducing childhood obesity, as
- [Slimmer future for heavy kids who get help early](https://www.nccor.org/news/slimmer-future-for-heavy-kids-who-get-help-early/) - By Frederik Joelving Weight-loss programs can help even very young children slim down, and it appears that acting early may improve the odds of success, according to a pair of new studies. "What they are showing is a pretty consistent trend that if we were to intervene early, we could really have an effect on changing
- [Proximity of convenience stores and parks impact children’s weight status](https://www.nccor.org/research/proximity-of-convenience-stores-and-parks-impact-childrens-weight-status/) - Children living within a one-fourth mile of convenience stores have almost twice the odds of being overweight or obese while those living within a one-half mile of a park have less than half the odds of being overweight of obese according to new research presented Oct. 30 at the American Public Health Association’s (APHA) annual
- [Obesity risk for kids who don’t taste ‘bitter’](https://www.nccor.org/research/obesity-risk-for-kids-who-dont-taste-bitter/) - Children who are less sensitive to bitter tastes are more likely to be obese — but only if they live where healthy food is hard to come by. Neither genes nor the environment alone can predict obesity in children, but when considered together a strong relationship emerges, a new study shows. Kids who are “non-tasters,”
- [Study: Impact of early school-based nutrition education program](https://www.nccor.org/research/study-impact-of-early-school-based-nutrition-education-program/) - Research presented on Oct. 29 at the American Public Health Association 140th Annual Meeting & Exposition assessed the effectiveness and impact of early school-based nutrition programs on the knowledge and behaviors of kindergarten students and first- and second-graders. The study conducted by Kelli Williams, Ph.D., R.D., L.D., and a team of dietetics professors at Marshall
- [Using online tools to increase access to nutrition messages for low-income mothers](https://www.nccor.org/research/using-online-tools-to-increase-access-to-nutrition-messages-for-low-income-mothers/) - Research presented on Oct. 29 at the American Public Health Association’s 140th Annual Meeting & Exposition discussed the process of developing new online communication tools that promote healthy eating behaviors to low-income mothers. The study, led by Judy Wilson of the Office of Research and Analysis in the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), also looked at
- [Childs play helps combats obesity](https://www.nccor.org/research/childs-play-helps-combats-obesity/) - Research published Nov. 9 in the New Zealand Medical Journal suggests that children can benefit more from active play compared to structured exercise. "When it comes to combating obesity and increasing children’s daily physical activity levels, active play is just as important, if not more so, than structured exercise," says Associate Professor Erica Hinckson from
- [Study: Childhood exercise helps prevent arthritis](https://www.nccor.org/research/study-childhood-exercise-helps-prevent-arthritis/) - The 20-year study of almost 300 children around Australia has found that those who did lots of jumping, running, and skipping had more cartilage in their knees than those who were sedentary. It is estimated about 3 million Australians will be affected by osteoarthritis by 2050. The irreversible disease is caused by cartilage breakdown and
- [Physical activity guidelines report now available for public comment](https://www.nccor.org/publications/physical-activity-guidelines-report-now-available-for-public-comment/) - The Department of Health and Human Services Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion along with the President’s Council on Fitness, Sports, & Nutrition are set to release a report on strategies to increase physical activity among youth next year. A draft of the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans Mid-Course Report is currently available online for
- [Tool assists parents in discussing weight, health](https://www.nccor.org/publications/tool-assists-parents-in-discussing-weight-health/) - Across America, one out of every three children are overweight or obese, but parents struggle with what to say in response to questions about weight. The Strategies To Overcome and Prevent (STOP) Obesity Alliance and Alliance for a Healthier Generation recently released Weigh In: Talking to Your Children About Weight and Health, a research-based online
- [Canadian researchers find correlation between childcare and obesity](https://www.nccor.org/research/canadian-researchers-find-correlation-between-childcare-and-obesity/) - With the snack company Hostess recently making headlines and Thanksgiving just days away, many people are taking the opportunity to focus on the problem of obesity; childhood obesity in particular. A timely study was published recently in the Journal of Pediatrics that linked child care by an extended family member or daycare with a 50 percent
- [USDA awards first grants to increase local foods in eligible schools](https://www.nccor.org/news/usda-awards-first-grants-to-increase-local-foods-in-eligible-schools/) - U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Deputy Secretary Kathleen Merrigan today announced more than $4.5 million in grants for 68 projects, spanning 37 states and the District of Columbia, to connect school cafeterias with local agricultural producers. “When schools buy food from nearby producers, their purchasing power helps create local jobs and economic benefits, particularly in
- [CDC projects huge diabetes jump in kids, teens](https://www.nccor.org/news/cdc-projects-huge-diabetes-jump-in-kids-teens-2/) - By Salynn Boyles, Reviewed by Louise Chang, MD The number of children and teens with type 1 and type 2 diabetes is expected to spike dramatically in the next 40 years, creating what one expert calls a potential catastrophe for the nation’s health care system. Rates of type 2 diabetes could increase four times over the next 40 years, and
- [Cheaper fruits and vegetables alone can't save food deserts](https://www.nccor.org/research/cheaper-fruits-and-vegetables-alone-cant-save-food-deserts/) - By Eliza Barclay Tens of millions of Americans can't follow the government's guidelines for healthful eating because they can't afford or access enough fresh fruits and vegetables. Sometimes it's because they live in what's known as a "food desert," places devoid of markets with a good variety of quality fresh foods. Increasingly, researchers want to
- [Maternal obesity increases risk of newborn death in sub-Saharan Africa](https://www.nccor.org/research/maternal-obesity-increases-risk-of-newborn-death-in-sub-saharan-africa/) - New research published online in The Lancet indicates that babies born to mothers who are overweight or obese in sub-Saharan Africa, where rates of obesity are projected to increase at an alarming rate during the next two decades, are significantly more likely to die in the first two days after their birth. The study is
- [Registration is now open for the 10th Annual Active Living Research conference](https://www.nccor.org/events/registration-is-now-open-for-the-10th-annual-active-living-research-conference/) - Interested investigators, advocates, practitioners, policy makers, and other stakeholders can now register for the 2013 Active Living Research (ALR) conference. The ALR conference provides participants with the opportunity to hear the latest evidence on policy and environmental strategies to increase physical activity. The conference will be held Feb. 26-28, 2013, at the Paradise Point Hotel
- [Obese kids more susceptible to food advertisements, brain scan study suggests](https://www.nccor.org/research/obese-kids-more-susceptible-to-food-advertisements-brain-scan-study-suggests/) - By Ryan Jaslow A new study adds to the debate about the role food advertising has in the childhood obesity epidemic. The study, published online Nov. 30 in the Journal of Pediatrics, finds obese children are more vulnerable to the food advertisements they may see on television, which in turn can make them more likely to eat
- [Simple formula may predict obesity risk at birth](https://www.nccor.org/research/simple-formula-may-predict-obesity-risk-at-birth/) - Can a child's risk of becoming obese be predicted at birth? British researchers report that a simple formula that uses the child's birth weight, the body mass index of the parents, the number of people in the household, the mother's professional status, and whether she smoked during pregnancy showed which babies were at most risk. The
- [Scientific statement examines role of social media in fighting childhood obesity](https://www.nccor.org/news/scientific-statement-examines-role-of-social-media-in-fighting-childhood-obesity/) - Social media may become an important weapon in the battle against childhood obesity, according to a new American Heart Association (AHA) scientific statement published in Circulation. However, the statement acknowledges that the evidence so far from published social media intervention studies has been “mixed” and that social media is also associated with troublesome drawbacks. The
- [Surgeon General announces call to action on walking](https://www.nccor.org/news/surgeon-general-announces-call-to-action-on-walking/) - By Tanya Snyder Walking can seem like a rather mundane thing to get organized about, until you realize that it’s a direct challenge to car-oriented transportation and it’s the best thing people can do for their health. Then walking is downright revolutionary. Not only that, but it can be joyful. That was the message that the
- [USDA to allow more meat, grains in school lunches](https://www.nccor.org/news/usda-to-allow-more-meat-grains-in-school-lunches/) - By Mary Clare Jalonick The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is responding to criticism over new school lunch rules by allowing more grains and meat in kids' meals. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack told members of Congress in a letter on Dec. 7 that the department will do away with daily and weekly limits of meats and grains. Several lawmakers wrote the
- [Obesity in young is seen as falling in several cities](https://www.nccor.org/news/obesity-in-young-is-seen-as-falling-in-several-cities/) - After decades of rising childhood obesity rates, several American cities are reporting their first declines. The trend has emerged in big cities like New York and Los Angeles, as well as smaller places like Anchorage, Alaska, and Kearney, Neb. The state of Mississippi has also registered a drop, but only among white students. “It’s been nothing but
- [More salt in kids' diets may mean more obesity](https://www.nccor.org/research/more-salt-in-kids-diets-may-mean-more-obesity/) - By Rita Rubin Limiting children’s salt intake could be one way to reduce childhood obesity, new research suggests. The study of more than 4,200 Australian children aged 2 to 16 years old found that those who ate more salt also drank more fluids, particularly sugar-sweetened beverages — namely soda, fruit drinks, flavored mineral waters, and sports
- [A systems approach to childhood obesity prevention](https://www.nccor.org/presentations/a-systems-approach-to-childhood-obesity-prevention/) - On Dec. 11, at a conference on obesity prevention in New Jersey, Terry Huang, professor and chair of Health Promotion at University of Nebraska Medical Center and senior advisor to the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity (NCCOR) discussed the benefits of using a systems approach to fight childhood obesity. A systems approach focuses on the
- [Progress is being made in the fight against obesity](https://www.nccor.org/publications/progress-is-being-made-in-the-fight-against-obesity/) - A policy brief released earlier this year from the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) reports that the obesity epidemic has slowed or halted altogether in several countries. Though the progression of the epidemic has decelerated, the overall rate of obesity remains high among both children and adults. Data from several OECD countries shows that
- [Startups compete to fight childhood obesity](https://www.nccor.org/news/startups-compete-to-fight-childhood-obesity/) - By Erika Fry Ray Newlands calls himself "just a little guy from South Florida." Kids call him "Short Chef". And while those descriptions are physically apt — he's 5'5'' — height is not what Newlands is known (or named) for: He wears shorts while he cooks. And he gets big laughs. His gags? He makes
- [Day care may increase obesity in children, study says](https://www.nccor.org/research/day-care-may-increase-obesity-in-children-study-says/) - By Julie Rasicot Parents whose young children regularly attend day care outside the home apparently have more to worry about than increased exposure to colds or the flu. A new study suggests that attending day care could dramatically increase a child's chances of becoming obese during childhood. The study by researchers at the University of
- [‘Design thinking’ offers new approach to tackling childhood obesity](https://www.nccor.org/presentations/design-thinking-offers-new-approach-to-tackling-childhood-obesity/) - By Diane Carman For organizations and individuals working to address the epidemic of childhood obesity, the biggest challenge is to make it fun. Or at the very least to avoid making it humiliating, frustrating, boring, and punitive. “We need to bring back creativity. Creativity is crucial to solving the obesity crisis,” said Chris Waugh, director
- [Survey shows parents have difficulty acknowledging child obesity](https://www.nccor.org/news/survey-shows-parents-have-difficulty-acknowledging-child-obesity/) - By Al Cross and Institute for Rural Journalism and Community Issues Many Kentucky parents don't realize that their children are obese or overweight, or at least aren't willing to acknowledge it. That is the obvious conclusion to draw from the latest results of the Kentucky Parent Survey, released Tuesday by the Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky.
- [School adds yoga to physical education curriculum](https://www.nccor.org/news/school-adds-yoga-to-physical-education-curriculum/) - Public school yoga instructor Katie Campbell proudly looks out at 23 first-graders as they contain their squirming in a kid-friendly version of the lotus position. In a voice barely above a whisper, she says into her microphone: “Why look at everyone showing me they’re ready for yoga. A-plus, plus, plus.” Then the lesson begins with
- [Despite more 'healthy' options, little change in fast-food calorie counts](https://www.nccor.org/research/despite-more-healthy-options-little-change-in-fast-food-calorie-counts/) - By Barbara Bronson Gray You'd like a salad? Want some fries with that? A new study shows that providing more menu options on a fast-food menu doesn't mean the average diner chows down fewer calories. Researchers found that although there has been a 53 percent increase in the total number of menu offerings over the
- [Study examined association between household behaviors, youth BMI](https://www.nccor.org/research/study-association-between-self-reported-household-practices-and-body-mass-index-of-u-s-children-and-adolescents/) - This study sought to determine whether children (aged 9–18 years) who live in households that have healthful practices related to behaviors associated with obesity have a lower body mass index (BMI). Researchers analyzed data from the 2005 Styles mail panel survey and found that children watched more television if they had a television in their
- [Researchers find slight decrease in obesity among young children](https://www.nccor.org/research/researchers-find-slight-decrease-in-young-childrens-obesity/) - By Mary MacVean Obesity may be declining slightly among preschoolers in low-income families, researchers looking at federal data said. Obesity and extreme obesity in childhood have been associated with other risk factors for heart disease and with premature death. And the condition is likely to continue into adulthood, Dr. Liping Pan of the federal Centers
- [Learning gardens seek to combat childhood obesity](https://www.nccor.org/news/learning-gardens-seek-to-combat-childhood-obesity/) - By Erin Prater Give a child the proverbial choice between candy and a carrot, and he’ll likely choose candy — unless he helped grow the carrot. The hypothesis was one of many posited by District 11 dietician Jamie Humphrey last fall as she helped to launch a large garden at the Galileo School of Math
- [Fructose tied to obesity as study shows it doesn’t cut appetite](https://www.nccor.org/research/fructose-tied-to-obesity-as-study-shows-it-doesnt-cut-appetite/) - By Nicole Ostrow Fructose, a sweetener found on many food labels, may contribute to weight gain and obesity because it has minimal effect on brain regions that control appetite, a study by Yale University researchers found. The research, published Jan. 1 in the Journal of the American Medical Association, is the first to compare the human brain’s
- [NCCOR highlighted by Georgetown University's MCH library](https://www.nccor.org/news/nccor-highlighted-by-georgetown-university-library/) - Librarians at the Maternal and Child Health Library (MCH Library) at Georgetown University have selected the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) to be part of their new edition of the knowledge path, Overweight and Obesity in Children and Adolescents. The knowledge path directs readers to a selection of current, high-quality resources about the
- [Communities take steps to fight childhood obesity](https://www.nccor.org/news/communities-take-steps-to-fight-childhood-obesity/) - By Kay Manning A 2005 study led by a professor at the University of Illinois at Chicago came to a startling conclusion about the effects of childhood obesity: This generation of American children may have a shorter life expectancy than their parents. With 12.5 million U.S. children and adolescents considered obese, the average life span
- [E-Games boost physical activity in children; Might be a weapon in the battle against obesity](https://www.nccor.org/research/e-games-boost-physical-activity-in-children-might-be-a-weapon-in-the-battle-against-obesity/) - Video games have been blamed for contributing to the epidemic of childhood obesity in the United States. But a new study by researchers at the George Washington University School of Public Health and Health Services (SPHHS) suggests that certain blood-pumping video games can actually boost energy expenditures among inner city children, a group that is
- [Screen time not linked to kids' physical activity](https://www.nccor.org/research/screen-time-not-linked-to-kids-physical-activity/) - By Genevra Pittman Just four in 10 U.S. kids met dual national guidelines for getting enough physical activity and for limiting "screen time," researchers found - but the likelihood of kids exercising regularly didn't depend on whether they kept away from screens. "I don't think it's as simple as, if a child is not watching
- [RWJF awards grants to help reverse childhood obesity epidemic](https://www.nccor.org/awards/six-associations-receive-grants-to-help-reverse-the-childhood-obesity-epidemic/) - Six national associations have received a total of $1.8 million in grants from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) to help communities increase children's access to affordable healthy foods and opportunities for physical activity. The grants were awarded through Leadership for Healthy Communities, an RWJF national program that assists state and local leaders in their
- [Study: Childhood obesity linked to more health problems than previously thought](https://www.nccor.org/research/study-childhood-obesity-linked-to-more-health-problems-than-previously-thought/) - By analyzing data on over 43,000 children between the ages 10 and 17, new research from UCLA shows that obese children are at nearly twice the risk of having three or more reported medical, mental, or developmental conditions as compared to kids who are not overweight. While a great deal of research on childhood obesity
- [Fast-food menu offerings vary in dietary quality, but are consistently poor](https://www.nccor.org/research/fast-food-menu-offerings-vary-in-dietary-quality-but-are-consistently-poor/) - By analyzing the food menus from the top fast-food restaurant chains in America, new research published in the journal Public Health Nutrition shows that these restaurants do not offer many menu items that meet dietary guidelines for healthy eating. Even those menu items that were part of the kid’s menu or marketed specifically as healthy,
- [Adding minutes to family mealtime can help keep childhood obesity at bay](https://www.nccor.org/research/adding-minutes-to-family-mealtime-can-help-keep-childhood-obesity-at-bay/) - By Lawrence LeBlond With the ever-present epidemic that is childhood obesity, it makes sense for parents to find ways to help teach their kids about healthy eating. A new study from the University of Illinois wants to help get that message across, especially to low-income families. The researchers, led by Barbara H. Fiese, director of University of Illinois’
- [CDC infographic explores impact of eating away from home, obesity](https://www.nccor.org/infographics-2/cdc-infographic-explores-impact-of-eating-away-from-home-obesity/) - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released a new infographic on Jan. 22 to coincide with the time when many Americans have returned to their busy schedules and are challenged to stick to New Year’s resolutions. Go Light When You Have A Bite, shown below, outlines how Americans have shifted their food spending
- [Study: Clearer food labels might help with healthy food choice](https://www.nccor.org/research/study-clearer-food-labels-might-help-with-healthy-food-choice/) - Different labels on food that clearly display the total number of calories and nutrients in the entire package, rather than just part of it, might help people make healthier food choices, according to a study from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). FDA researchers, whose results appeared in Journal of the Academy of Nutrition
- [Promoting a unified message on diet and physical activity](https://www.nccor.org/presentations/promoting-a-unified-message-on-diet-and-physical-activity/) - A recent commentary published in the Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation and Prevention examines the advantages of using an energy-balance framework to unify diet and physical activity messages so that adults and their children are better able to understand and follow these guidelines. Energy balance is an essential principle of weight regulation. Maintaining a healthy body
- [Study calls for daily P.E. classes](https://www.nccor.org/research/study-calls-for-daily-pe-classes/) - By Ann Schimke A recent study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine found that instituting daily physical education classes for children would boost moderate to vigorous physical activity by 23 minutes a day, more than one-third of the 60 minutes recommended by federal guidelines. The study, which was funded by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, assessed a variety of policy
- [JHGCCO symposium to focus on preventing childhood obesity though systems science](https://www.nccor.org/events/jhgcco-symposium-to-focus-on-preventing-childhood-obesity-though-systems-science/) - On April 9, the Johns Hopkins Global Center on Childhood Obesity (JHGCCO) will host its first annual, one-day, Scientific Symposium, "Innovations in Childhood Obesity Prevention: Systems Thinking and Systems Change.” The Symposium will focus on the way that innovative system science approaches can advance the prevention of childhood obesity worldwide. Keynote speeches and scientific sessions will highlight
- [New federal rules aim to make school snacks more healthful, limit junk food sales on campus](https://www.nccor.org/news/healthy-school-snacks-long-delayed-rules-to-come-soon-from-usda/) - Goodbye candy bars and sugary cookies. Hello baked chips and diet sodas. The government for the first time is proposing broad new standards to make sure all foods sold in schools are more healthful, a change that would ban the sale of almost all candy, high-calorie sports drinks, and greasy foods on campus. Under new
- [Tell us what you think of NCCOR’s communications and products!](https://www.nccor.org/news/tell-us-what-you-think-of-nccors-communications-and-products/) - We want to hear from you! February 2013 marks the fourth year anniversary of the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research's (NCCOR) website, www.nccor.org. NCCOR is devoted to moving childhood obesity research forward and is dedicated to reducing and preventing childhood obesity in the United States. In an effort to make sure we are meeting the
- [Childhood obesity may boost risk of multiple sclerosis](https://www.nccor.org/research/childhood-obesity-may-boost-risk-of-multiple-sclerosis/) - By Rachael Rettner Very obese children and teens may be at risk for multiple sclerosis, a new study suggests. In the study, very obese girls (those who had a body mass index (BMI) of 35 or higher) were nearly four times more likely to be diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) within the study period, compared with
- [Outdoor food ads may persuade you to pile on the pounds](https://www.nccor.org/research/outdoor-food-ads-may-persuade-you-to-pile-on-the-pounds/) - “Living in a neighborhood that’s home to lots of outdoor food advertising may increase your chances of becoming overweight or obese,” said Lenard Lesser, MD, a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) Clinical Scholar (2009-2011). His new study is the latest work to reveal yet another link between the built environment and health. “Determining why people
- [Preschool obesity and food insecurity link](https://www.nccor.org/research/preschool-obesity-and-food-insecurity-link/) - U.S. children whose early years were spent in food insecurity and who have obese mothers are more likely to be obese in preschool, researchers say. Study leader Elizabeth Metallinos-Katsaras of the Department of Nutrition at the Simmons College School of Nursing and Health Sciences in Boston said the research is based on analysis of more
- [Study: Communities must be ready for obesity advocacy to be successful](https://www.nccor.org/research/study-communities-must-be-ready-for-obesity-advocacy-to-be-successful/) - By Kim Krisberg Youth advocates can play a role in addressing childhood obesity, but communities must first be ready to embrace the issue, a recent study finds. Using a community readiness assessment tool developed by Colorado State University, researchers gauged the potential for youth advocacy to shift norms in a south Omaha, Neb., Hispanic community.
- [IOM to host a public workshop on national nutrition education curriculum standards](https://www.nccor.org/events/iom-to-host-a-public-workshop-on-national-nutrition-education-curriculum-standards/) - The Institute of Medicine (IOM) Planning Committee for National Nutrition Education Curriculum Standards will host a two-day public workshop on March 11-12, 2013. The workshop will feature invited experts presentations and panel discussions that will: Explore the merits and potential uses of a set of national nutrition education curriculum standards and learning objectives for elementary
- [Cancer Research Training Award fellowship opportunity at the National Cancer Institute](https://www.nccor.org/awards/cancer-research-training-award-fellowship-opportunity-at-the-national-cancer-institute-2/) - The National Cancer Institute (NCI), a major research component of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Department of Health and Human Services, is inviting applications from qualified candidates for a Cancer Research Training Award (CRTA) with an emphasis on health behaviors research. The CRTA appointment is a one- or two-year position with the
- [USDA announces new funding opportunity for childhood obesity prevention research](https://www.nccor.org/awards/usda-announces-new-funding-opportunity-for-childhood-obesity-prevention-research/) - On Feb. 8, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced it would be funding up to $5 million in new grants for childhood obesity prevention research. The grants are funded through the Agriculture and Food Research Initiative (AFRI), which funds competitive grants for fundamental and applied research, education, and extension to address food and agricultural sciences. These
- [Food and beverage marketing to children and adolescents: Limited progress by 2012,  recommendations for the future](https://www.nccor.org/publications/food-and-beverage-marketing-to-children-and-adolescents-limited-progress-by-2012-recommendations-for-the-future/) - For decades, American children and adolescents have been surrounded by advertising and marketing for unhealthy foods and beverages. While the food and beverage industry, as well as local and national levels of government, have started to recognize the role that food and beverage marketing plays in driving the childhood obesity epidemic, American youths are still
- [Gym class isn’t just fun and games anymore](https://www.nccor.org/news/gym-class-isnt-just-fun-and-games-anymore/) - By Montoko Rich On a recent afternoon, the third-graders in Sharon Patelsky’s class reviewed words like “acronym,” “clockwise,” and “descending,” as well as math concepts like greater than, less than, and place values. During gym class. Ms. Patelsky, the physical education teacher at Everglades Elementary School here, instructed the students to count by fours as
- [Helping kids make healthier food choices](https://www.nccor.org/research/helping-kids-make-healthier-food-choices/) - Feb. 25, 2013, The Boston Globe By Lara Salahi Want a way to get kids to choose healthier food? Make it look good and easy to grab, say researchers at Cornell University. Their study, published Feb. 22 in the Journal of Pediatrics, suggests that kids are more likely to choose healthy food if the presentation
- [How 'crunch time' between school and sleep shapes kids' health](https://www.nccor.org/research/how-crunch-time-between-school-and-sleep-shapes-kids-health/) - How 'crunch time' between school and sleep shapes kids' health Feb. 25, 2013, NPR [Shots Blog] It's an important question for American families and the nation as a whole: Why do so many kids weigh too much? There are recent hints the epidemic may be abating slightly. Still, one in every three American kids is overweight or obese.
- [First lady Michelle Obama to embark on national tour celebrating third anniversary of Let’s Move!](https://www.nccor.org/news/first-lady-michelle-obama-to-embark-on-national-tour-celebrating-third-anniversary-of-lets-move/) - Yesterday, Feb. 27, first lady Michelle Obama kicked off a two-day nation-wide tour celebrating the third anniversary of Let’s Move!, her initiative to ensure that all our children grow up healthy and reach their full potential. The tour will showcase progress and announce new ways the country is coming together around the health of our children. Mrs.
- [Michelle Obama announces program to help kids get recommended daily hour of physical activity](https://www.nccor.org/news/michelle-obama-announces-program-to-help-kids-get-recommended-daily-hour-of-physical-activity/) - Feb. 28, 2013, Newser By Darlene Superville, Associated Press Imagine students learning their ABCs while dancing, or memorizing multiplication tables while doing jumping jacks? Some schools are using both methods of instruction and Michelle Obama would like to see more of them use other creative ways to help students get the recommended hour of daily
- [Even a few extra pounds may harm lung function in black, Hispanic kids](https://www.nccor.org/research/even-a-few-extra-pounds-may-harm-lung-function-in-black-hispanic-kids/) - Feb. 22, 2013, HealthDay Even a small amount of extra weight can have a negative effect on the lung function of Hispanic and black children, according to a new study. However, this is not the case for white children, the researchers noted. As a result, they suggested that differences in the distribution of body fat
- [In many families, exercise is by appointment only](https://www.nccor.org/news/in-many-families-exercise-is-by-appointment-only/) - By Jane Greenhalgh and Patti Neighmond Most families know that their kids need to exercise. In a poll that NPR recently conducted with the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the Harvard School of Public Health, practically all of the parents surveyed said it's important for their kids to exercise. But about one-third of them said that can
- [When kids exercise more, their grades might rise too](https://www.nccor.org/research/when-kids-exercise-more-their-grades-might-rise-too/) - One key to better grades in the classroom may lie in the gym or on the playground, a new study finds. The research, to be published in an upcoming issue of the Journal of Pediatrics, found that elementary and middle school students who don't get enough exercise are more likely to fail math and reading
- [Heart healthy habits in childhood may prevent future disease](https://www.nccor.org/news/heart-healthy-habits-in-childhood-may-prevent-future-disease/) - Teaching children heart healthy habits now can help protect them from heart disease when they're adults, an expert says. "The process of atherosclerosis, which is the hardening of the arteries and is known to cause heart attacks, strokes, and sudden death, has been shown to begin in early childhood," Dr. Zachary Stone, a primary-care doctor
- [Video highlights school design enhancements through use of guidelines](https://www.nccor.org/videos/video-highlights-school-design-enhancements-through-use-of-guidelines/) - The Healthy Eating Design Guidelines for School Architecture, the result of an innovative collaboration between public health researchers and school architects, offers a practical set of strategies for creating and sustaining school food environments that ultimately decrease and prevent childhood obesity. This video documents the story of Buckingham Elementary School in Dillwyn, Va., a school
- [New report rates food and beverage companies on their nutrition-related policies and practices](https://www.nccor.org/research/new-report-rates-food-and-beverage-companies-on-their-nutrition-related-policies-and-practices/) - A new report released today from the Access to Nutrition Index (ATNI) rates food and beverage manufacturers on their nutrition-related policies, practices, and performance. The report, Access to Nutrition Index Global Index 2013, seeks to stimulate greater action by the private sector to improve nutrition at a global level. The ATNI Global index rates 25
- [HHS releases follow-up report on increasing physical activity among U.S. youth](https://www.nccor.org/research/hhs-releases-follow-up-report-on-increasing-physical-activity-among-u-s-youth/) - HHS releases follow-up report on increasing physical activity among U.S. youth On March 8, 2013, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released a five-year follow-up report to the 2008 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans. The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans Midcourse Report: Strategies to Increase Physical Activity Among Youth provides recommendations for
- [School design guidelines to help promote healthy eating published in CDC journal](https://www.nccor.org/publications/school-design-guidelines-to-help-promote-healthy-eating-published-in-cdc-journal/) - A newly available pilot tool made possible through an innovative collaboration between architects, schools, and scientists is part of a comprehensive, evidence-based approach to improve school environments for children’s health by engaging new partners. The Healthy Eating Design Guidelines for School Architecture provides practitioners in architecture and public health and school system decision makers with
- [Exercise may help protect children from stress](https://www.nccor.org/research/exercise-may-help-protect-children-from-stress/) - By Jan Hoffman Physically active children generally report happier moods and fewer symptoms of depression than children who are less active. Now researchers may have found a reason: By one measure, exercise seems to help children cope with stress. Finnish researchers had 258 8-year-old boys and girls wear accelerometers on their wrists for at least
- [Obese states: The highest and lowest rates of obesity, by state](https://www.nccor.org/research/obese-states-the-highest-and-lowest-rates-of-obesity-by-state/) - The obesity rate in the United States is, on a whole, staying steady, according to a new Gallup-Healthways report. The report shows that the obesity rate was 26.2 percent in 2012, which is about the same as the 26.1 percent rate in 2011. State obesity rates have also largely remained unchanged, with only three states experiencing an increase in
- [Mandating fruits and vegetables in school meals makes a difference](https://www.nccor.org/research/mandating-fruits-and-vegetables-in-school-meals-makes-a-difference/) - State laws that require minimum levels of fruits and vegetables in school meals may give a small boost to the amount of these foods in adolescents' diets, according to a study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine. This effect was strongest in students who had no access to fruits and vegetables at home.
- [Sweet drinks tied to higher calorie consumption in kids](https://www.nccor.org/research/sweet-drinks-tied-to-higher-calorie-consumption-in-kids/) - Children who drink sugar-sweetened beverages consume more calories than other children and the beverages are the main reason for that higher calorie intake, a new study reveals. In addition, children who drink sugar-sweetened beverages eat more unhealthy foods than other children, the researchers found. Evidence shows that consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages — which include sodas,
- [Green food labels make nutrition-poor food seem healthy](https://www.nccor.org/research/green-food-labels-make-nutrition-poor-food-seem-healthy/) - A Cornell researcher says in a forthcoming print issue of Health Communication that consumers are more likely to perceive a candy bar as more healthful when it has a green calorie label compared with when it had a red one—even though the number of calories are the same. And green labels increase perceived healthfulness of
- [The Office of Disease Prevention is seeking public comment on its strategic plan](https://www.nccor.org/news/the-office-of-disease-prevention-seeks-public-comment-on-its-strategic-plan/) - The Office of Disease Prevention (ODP), part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), is currently seeking public comment on the development of its strategic plan for the next five years. The mission of the ODP is to improve public health by increasing the scope, quality, dissemination, and impact of prevention research supported by NIH.
- [Pre-packaged foods too salty for young children](https://www.nccor.org/research/pre-packaged-foods-too-salty-for-young-children/) - By Brett Smith On average, Americans like their food salty, but it is an affinity that often results in conditions like hypertension and heart disease. A new study from officials at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that many pre-packaged children’s food may be giving the youngest Americans an early start when
- [Skimmed milk ineffective against toddler obesity](https://www.nccor.org/research/skimmed-milk-ineffective-against-toddler-obesity/) - Giving your toddler skimmed or semi-skimmed milk is unlikely to make inroads against the risk of obesity, a large study conducted among American children has found. Researchers trawled through data from a long-term probe into the health of 10,700 children born in 2001. Parents or caregivers were asked about milk consumption when the infant was
- [New resources from Active Living Research highlight new research on physical activity and children](https://www.nccor.org/publications/new-resources-from-active-living-research-highlight-new-research-on-physical-activity-and-children/) - Active Living Research (ALR), a national program of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, has recently published three new research briefs that summarize the findings from research that focuses on children and physical activity. The research briefs include: Reaching the Goal of 60 Minutes of Physical Activity for Children: This brief highlights a study that looked at
- [Activity level is more important than caloric intake to prevent childhood obesity](https://www.nccor.org/research/activity-level-is-more-important-than-caloric-intake-to-prevent-childhood-obesity/) - Research recently published in U.S. News and World Report suggests that caloric intake plays a less significant factor in obesity than activity levels. The authors of the study hypothesize that the thinner children all participate in regular sessions of exercise, thereby increasing their energy expenditures. The overweight and obese subjects were more sedentary. Originally published in the
- [After years of recess erosion, schools try to get kids moving again](https://www.nccor.org/news/after-years-of-recess-erosion-schools-try-to-get-kids-moving-again/) - By Liz Goodwin At 9:30 a.m. sharp on a Tuesday morning, all 1,200 elementary school students at PS 166 in Queens, N.Y. stood up and began doing jumping jacks in unison with a Beatles song blaring over the loudspeaker. In Ms. Dianna Chappell’s third grade class, some kids began panting near the end of the
- [Vitamin D may lower diabetes risk in obese children and adolescents, study finds](https://www.nccor.org/research/vitamin-d-may-lower-diabetes-risk-in-obese-children-and-adolescents-study-finds/) - Childhood and adolescent obesity rates in the United States have increased dramatically in the past three decades. Being obese puts individuals at greater risk for developing type 2 diabetes, a disease in which individuals have too much sugar in their blood. Now, University of Missouri researchers found vitamin D supplements can help obese children and
- [Most restaurant kids' meals packed with calories](https://www.nccor.org/research/most-restaurant-kids-meals-packed-with-calories/) - By Nancy Hellmich Most kids' meals at top chain restaurants in the United States are still failing to make the grade when it comes to good nutrition, a new analysis finds. Fried chicken fingers and nuggets, fries, and soda are the most common items offered to children, and some kids meals contain more than 1,000
- [New opportunity to learn more about childhood obesity and earn free continuing education credit](https://www.nccor.org/programs/new-opportunity-to-learn-more-about-childhood-obesity-and-earn-free-continuing-education-credit/) - Healthy People eLearning, a resource from the Department of Health and Human Services, is offering a new childhood obesity lesson that explores how one community is implementing and evaluating a systems-wide approach to reduce childhood obesity. The lesson, “Defining Success in a Systems Approach: The San Diego County Childhood Obesity Initiative,” examines how San Diego
- [Is self-help the secret to reducing childhood obesity?](https://www.nccor.org/research/is-self-help-the-secret-to-reducing-childhood-obesity/) - By Bonnie Rochman There is no shortage of strategies to lose weight, but which work best for children? One in three U.S. kids weighs too much, according to the latest government statistics, but parents don’t have too many appealing options when it comes to helping their children slim down. The gold standard treatment for childhood obesity
- [Dish size, meal frequency may affect kids' weight](https://www.nccor.org/research/dish-size-meal-frequency-may-affect-kids-weight/) - By Genevra Pittman Shrinking the size of kids' plates and bowls and encouraging them to eat more frequently throughout the day might help them eat less and keep off extra weight, new research suggests. In one study, researchers found first-graders served themselves smaller portions when using miniaturized dishware - and ate less food when they
- [Obese kids at risk for kidney disease as adults](https://www.nccor.org/research/obese-kids-at-risk-for-kidney-disease-as-adults/) - By Charlene Laino Avoiding excess weight gain in childhood and young adulthood could prevent many cases of chronic kidney disease later in life, researchers reported. "A study of over 5,000 children born in 1946 found that more than one-third of chronic kidney disease cases at age 60 to 64 years in the United States could be
- [Not all screens are equal when it comes to obesity risk: TV may have greatest effect](https://www.nccor.org/research/not-all-screens-are-equal-when-it-comes-to-obesity-risk-tv-may-have-greatest-effect/) - By Bonnie Rochman Sitting in front of a screen can increase the risk of obesity, but TV seems to have a larger effect on weight than computers or video games. Computers, televisions, smartphones, and tablets are all responsible for keeping more kids more sedentary and mesmerized by a screen, but a new study in Pediatrics found some surprising
- [Strict school lunch standards tied to healthy weight](https://www.nccor.org/research/strict-school-lunch-standards-tied-to-healthy-weight/) - By Andrew M. Seaman Strict school lunch standards that are similar to new regulations from the U.S. government may be tied to healthier body weights among students, according to a new study. "I think it's evidence that healthier school lunches have a positive effect but it's preliminary evidence. It's far from definitive," said Anne Barnhill,
- [Sleep less, weigh more](https://www.nccor.org/research/sleep-less-weigh-more/) - By Nicholas Bakalar A new study suggests that adolescent obesity could be decreased if teenagers got more sleep, and the heaviest would benefit most. For a study published last week in Pediatrics, researchers surveyed 1,429 ninth-graders, gathering data on height and weight. The children reported their sleep habits on weekdays and weekends to the nearest
- [Ten-year follow-up of physical activity among adolescents](https://www.nccor.org/research/ten-year-follow-up-of-physical-activity-among-adolescents/) - In 2000, about 1,000 children aged 6-14 from southeast Sweden participated in an international study on physical activity, body constitution, and physical self-perception. The new study is a follow-up study on a sample of the 12-year-olds in the original study. The researchers followed and reassessed the group at ages 15, 17, and 22. As in
- [New report highlights effects of USDA’s Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program in schools](https://www.nccor.org/publications/new-report-highlights-effects-of-usdas-fresh-fruit-and-vegetable-program-in-schools/) - A March 2013 report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service’s Office of Research and Analysis explores new evaluation results of the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP). FFVP aims to increase fruit and vegetable consumption among students in the most economically challenged U.S. elementary schools by providing fresh fruits and vegetable
- [Pushing kids to eat may cause obesity later](https://www.nccor.org/research/pushing-kids-to-eat-may-cause-obesity-later/) - While growing up, many children may have heard "clean your plate" or been denied candy. But how do parental attitudes toward food affect a child's weight? Denying certain foods to children or pressuring them to eat every bit of a meal are common practices among many parents. But researchers at the University of Minnesota found
- [A comprehensive menu labeling standard is needed to support healthy choices](https://www.nccor.org/news/a-comprehensive-menu-labeling-standard-is-needed-to-support-healthy-choices/) - This article was co-authored by former Secretaries Dan Glickman and Ann M. Veneman. In an effort to help Americans make more informed food choices, the Affordable Care Act created a national menu labeling standard for food establishments with 20 or more locations. Recently, several types of establishments that serve food — for example, movie theaters
- [New NCCOR project translates research into applications for the Healthy Eating Index](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/new-nccor-project-translates-research-into-applications-for-the-healthy-eating-index/) - In April, NCCOR launched a series of new communication tools and technologies that translate and disseminate research applications of the Healthy Eating Index (HEI) for researchers, practitioners, and decision makers and ultimately highlight changes needed to enable healthier food choices for all Americans. The HEI is a tool designed to measure diet quality—that is, how
- [McDonald's fined in Brazil for pushing Happy Meals to children](https://www.nccor.org/news/mcdonalds-fined-in-brazil-for-pushing-happy-meals-to-children/) - By Brad Haynes A consumer protection agency in Brazil has taken aim at the Happy Meal, fining McDonald's Corp on April 22 for targeting children with its advertising and toys. The Procon agency in the state of Sao Paulo fined the fast-food company 3.2 million reais ($1.6 million), adding fuel to a global debate about fast food and public health. As
- [First study shows overweight and obese youth can lose weight from active videogames, or exergames](https://www.nccor.org/research/first-study-shows-overweight-and-obese-youth-can-lose-weight-from-active-videogames-or-exergames/) - While most parents have to compete with the videogame console to ensure their kids get enough exercise, new, groundbreaking research published in the scientific journal, Obesity, makes an argument for a certain kind of video game: active videogames, also known as exergames. These games are a form of exercise and rely on technology to track
- [One sugar-sweetened soda a day boosts diabetes risk](https://www.nccor.org/research/one-sugar-sweetened-soda-a-day-boosts-diabetes-risk/) - By Alexandra Sifferlin All it takes is one can of soda to increase risk of type 2 diabetes by 22 percent, according to a new study. In the study published in Diabetologia, researchers studied diet and drinking habits of about 28,500 people from Britain, Germany, Denmark, Italy, Spain, Sweden, France, Italy, and the Netherlands over a period of 15 years. Those who consumed
- [New podcast explores ways to halt the childhood obesity epidemic](https://www.nccor.org/interviews/new-podcast-explores-ways-to-halt-the-childhood-obesity-epidemic/) - Recently, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, a funder of the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research, asked consulting firm The Greatest Good to put together a brainstorming session on childhood obesity. The session was taped for podcast on the radio series “Freakanomics” called “100 Ways to Fight Obesity.” The discussion explores the biological, behavioral, political,
- [More exercise beats less TV for growing healthier kids](https://www.nccor.org/research/more-exercise-beats-less-tv-for-growing-healthier-kids/) - By Charlene Laino When it comes to improving kids' heart health, which is more important? Exercising more or sitting around less? The answer, according to a study that tested youngsters in a real-world setting, is exercising more. The researchers studied 536 white children ages 8-10 who had at least one obese biological parent. The goal was
- [Obesity in early 20s curbs chances of reaching middle age](https://www.nccor.org/research/obesity-in-early-20s-curbs-chances-of-reaching-middle-age/) - Young men who are obese in their early 20s are significantly more likely to develop serious ill health by the time they reach middle age, or not even make it that far, suggests research published in the online journal BMJ Open. It's well known that obesity in adulthood poses a risk for diabetes and cardiovascular
- [HBO’s Weight of the Nation series premieres new segment focused on children](https://www.nccor.org/events/hbos-weight-of-the-nation-series-premieres-new-segment-focused-on-children/) - In May 2012, HBO aired the four-part documentary series and public education initiative, “The Weight of the Nation™,” which explored the obesity epidemic in the United States. The project is back this May with a new series that focuses on the health of children and families called “The Weight of the Nation for Kids.” These
- [Children on track for a heart attack](https://www.nccor.org/research/children-on-track-for-a-heart-attack/) - Do you know how old your kids' arteries are? It's a potentially important question as scientists increasingly uncover links between healthy habits in childhood and risk for heart disease later in life. And there are growing concerns about the cardiovascular health of millions of children in the United States who are considered obese or overweight.
- [Future of fitness: St. Paul school at forefront of measuring student health](https://www.nccor.org/news/future-of-fitness-st-paul-school-at-forefront-of-measuring-student-health/) - By Mila Koumpilova Carolyn Will once got stomachaches as she braced for the annual Presidential Physical Fitness Test, the decades-old staple of gym class. But her son, a fourth-grader at St. Thomas More Catholic School in St. Paul, looks forward to the test: He logs in sit-ups at home and coaches his cousin on proper sprinting
- [Obesity: Pre-ordered lunch key to healthy eating](https://www.nccor.org/research/obesity-pre-ordered-lunch-key-to-healthy-eating/) - By Joyce Frieden Children who pre-ordered their school lunches are more likely to choose healthy foods than children who made spontaneous lunch choices, a small study found. "When students did not order but instead selected their entrée as they entered the lunch line, it appears that hunger-based, spontaneous selection diminished healthy entrée selection by 48 percent
- [Unhealthy ads dominate Spanish children’s television shows](https://www.nccor.org/research/unhealthy-ads-dominate-spanish-childrens-television-shows/) - By Jacquellena Carrero Latinos have some of the highest rates of obesity in the nation, and the results of a new study show that advertisers may be contributing to the problem. A new study out by the Journal of Health Communication is showing that the vast majority of food advertisements on Spanish language television shows are unhealthy. According
- [This is your brain on food commercials…](https://www.nccor.org/research/this-is-your-brain-on-food-commercials/) - By Ashley N. Gearhardt Gooey chocolate and scoops of mouth-watering chocolate ice cream. Steaming hot golden French fries. Children see thousands of commercials each year designed to increase their desire for foods high in sugar, fat, and salt like those mentioned above. Yet, we know almost nothing about how this advertising onslaught might be affecting
- [IOM workshop explores disparities and childhood obesity prevention](https://www.nccor.org/events/iom-workshop-explores-disparities-and-childhood-obesity-prevention/) - On June 6-7, the Institute of Medicine's (IOM) Standing Committee on Childhood Obesity Prevention will host a public session, "Creating Equal Opportunities for a Healthy Weight.” The workshop will examine childhood obesity prevention through the lens of working to achieve health equity. Workshop presentations and discussions involving researchers, policy makers, advocates, and other stakeholders will
- [Teens ate ‘too many calories’ at Subway and McDonald’s, study says](https://www.nccor.org/research/teens-ate-too-many-calories-at-subway-and-mcdonalds-study-says/) - By Mary Macvean Adolescents who went to McDonald’s and Subway in Los Angeles bought about the same number of calories at each, despite Subway’s reputation as a healthier place to eat, researchers said. The menus are not the point, lead researcher Dr. Lenard Lesser of the Palo Alto Medical Foundation Research Institute said by phone.
- [Johns Hopkins Global Center for Childhood Obesity funds projects to improve school nutrition programs and increase sale of health foods in urban areas](https://www.nccor.org/awards/johns-hopkins-global-center-for-childhood-obesity-funds-projects-to-improve-school-nutrition-programs-and-increase-sale-of-health-foods-in-urban-areas/) - The Johns Hopkins Global Center on Childhood Obesity has awarded funding to two intervention projects aimed at preventing childhood obesity. The research is part of the third round of funding focused on “rapid response projects.” The Johns Hopkins Global Center on Childhood Obesity reviewed research proposals from around the world and selected the following: Using
- [Fighting childhood obesity one school cafeteria at a time](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/fighting-childhood-obesity-one-school-cafeteria-at-a-time/) - By Lisa Stark In the fight against childhood obesity, the weapons have been many. Schools have tried exercise and education, and the government has mandated healthier school lunches. Now a school district in Virginia is believed to be the first in the country to try something radical —redesigning the school building, itself. "It's not completely
- [If soda study is favorable, look for industry $$$](https://www.nccor.org/research/if-soda-study-is-favorable-look-for-industry/) - By Kathleen Struck A review of published studies investigating a possible link between sugar-sweetened beverages and obesity found that studies funded by the beverage industry were likely to find little evidence that sodas and juices fuel obesity. Among 17 reviews analyzed, four industry-funded studies concluded that the causal relationship between sugary drinks and body weight was
- [Black students drink more soda when available at school](https://www.nccor.org/research/black-students-drink-more-soda-when-available-at-school/) - By Valerie Debenedette The availability of sugar-sweetened or diet soda in schools does not appear to be related to students’ overall consumption, except for African-American students, who drink more soda when it's available at school, finds a study in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine. These findings are from a study of more than 9,000
- [Do fast food restaurants fall short on their health claims?](https://www.nccor.org/research/do-fast-food-restaurants-fall-short-on-their-health-claims/) - By Christopher Wanjek Fast food restaurants are serving healthier options, although only marginally so, according to a study published last week in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine. You may have known that changes were afoot in the fast food restaurants most vilified by doctors for serving unhealthy fare. McDonald’s, Burger King and others now offer salad,
- [If you offer it, they will drink it](https://www.nccor.org/research/if-you-offer-it-they-will-drink-it/) - It's no secret that drinking too much Coke or Gatorade can add inches to kids' waistlines. But where they get those drinks might make a difference in how much they drink them. A recent study found that children were much more likely to drink more sugar-sweetened beverages if they got them at school or at
- [Researchers study effects of exergaming on children](https://www.nccor.org/research/researchers-study-effects-of-exergaming-on-children/) - Levels of physical inactivity and obesity are very high in children, with fewer than 50 percent of primary school-aged boys and fewer than 28 percent of girls meeting the minimum levels of physical activity required to maintain health. Exergaming, using active console video games that track player movement to control the game (e.g., Xbox-Kinect, Wii), has become
- [Children's physical activity linked with friends' influences, research shows](https://www.nccor.org/research/childrens-physical-activity-linked-with-friends-influences-research-shows/) - According to a review article by researchers at Emory’s Rollins School of Public Health, friends are an important source of support for children’s physical activity. The review, led by Solveig A. Cunningham, Ph.D., professor at the Rollins School of Public Health, was published in the May 16 edition of the American Journal of Public Health.
- [Obese kids, healthy weight kids have different breath, study says](https://www.nccor.org/research/obese-kids-healthy-weight-kids-have-different-breath-study-says/) - By Ryan Jaslow A child's breath may reveal risk for diseases years before he or she gets sick. Breath from obese children appears to contain different chemical compounds than the breath of non-obese kids, a researcher has discovered. He hopes his study could one day pave the way for a breath test at the pediatrician's
- [Longer gym class periods reduce childhood obesity](https://www.nccor.org/research/longer-gym-class-periods-reduce-childhood-obesity/) - By Ashik Siddique More time in gym class actually does reduce the likelihood that young children will become obese, according to a new study published in the Journal of Health Economics. The findings are some of the first evidence that physical education (P.E.) directly impacts the weight of elementary school children, say the researchers. Organizations including the Centers
- [Study: Too few kids use fast food calorie info](https://www.nccor.org/research/study-too-few-kids-use-fast-food-calorie-info/) - By Mary Elizabeth Dallas While some fast food chains are required to provide calorie and other nutritional information to help customers make informed choices, kids who eat fast food at least twice a week are 50 percent less likely to use this information than kids who eat fast food less often, according to a new
- [Type 2 diabetes progresses faster in kids, study finds](https://www.nccor.org/research/type-2-diabetes-progresses-faster-in-kids-study-finds/) - By Serena Gordon Type 2 diabetes is more aggressive in children than adults, with signs of serious complications seen just a few years after diagnosis, new research finds. "Based on the latest results, it seems like type 2 is progressing more rapidly in children," said Dr. Jane Chiang, senior vice president of medical affairs and
- [Calorie cutback: Progress report on 2010 commitment to reduce calories in the marketplace](https://www.nccor.org/presentations/calorie-cutback-progress-report-on-2010-commitment-to-reduce-calories-in-the-marketplace/) - On May 30, the Bipartisan Policy Center (BPC) and the Healthy Weight Commitment Foundation held a webcast to review the progress of companies offering healthier options to consumers. At a White House event in May 2010, 16 food and beverage companies stepped forward and made a commitment to reduce calories in the marketplace by 1.5
- [Adding dip to veggies gets kids to eat more](https://www.nccor.org/research/adding-dip-to-veggies-gets-kids-to-eat-more/) - By Kerry Grens Offering a dip alongside vegetables encourages kids to eat veggies they might normally push aside, according to a new study. "It is a good idea to try to pair less preferred foods, like vegetables, particularly those that your child doesn't like so much, with something to give it a little more flavor,"
- [National parks dishing up healthier fare this summer](https://www.nccor.org/news/national-parks-dishing-up-healthier-fare-this-summer/) - By Nanci Hellmich Visitors to the national parks this summer will not only get a taste of nature, they'll get a taste of healthier fare at the parks' restaurants, snack bars, and stores. On June 5 the National Park Service announced a new nationwide plan — the Healthy and Sustainable Food Program — to make
- [Obesity higher for kids whose schools are near fast food chains](https://www.nccor.org/research/obesity-higher-for-kids-whose-schools-are-near-fast-food-chains/) - By Michael Harper Obesity is an epidemic that affects millions around the world. What’s worse, children are often particularly vulnerable to the dangers that come with being significantly overweight. In the United States, studies show that race and socioeconomic status is a major factor in childhood obesity, with African-Americans, Hispanics, and Native-Americans being the most likely to
- [Sugary drink consumption down among U.S. kids](https://www.nccor.org/research/sugary-drink-consumption-down-among-u-s-kids/) - By Kathryn Doyle More evidence that Americans are heeding calls to cut back on sugary drinks appears in a report from researchers at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). In 2010, U.S. children got an average of 68 fewer calories per day from sugary drinks than in 2000, according to the analysis in
- [Sugar is sugar: Fruit juice just as bad as soda for kids](https://www.nccor.org/research/sugar-is-sugar-fruit-juice-just-as-bad-as-soda-for-kids/) - By Amir Khan Doctors and public health officials have long called for parents to eschew soda, but what you replace it with is just as important. While kids are drinking less soda and other sugar-sweetened beverages, many minority kids are switching to 100 percent fruit juice – which can be just as bad for you as
- [ObesityWeek announces preconference workshop on mobile health and child obesity](https://www.nccor.org/events/obesityweek-announces-preconference-workshop-on-mobile-health-and-child-obesity/) - On Nov. 12, 2013, The Obesity Society is hosting a preconference workshop called “Mobile Health Boot Camp for Pediatric Obesity.” The workshop will use prevention and treatment of pediatric obesity as model test beds for mobile health (mHealth) research and will offer a primer on mHealth from the ground up. It will include sessions on
- [CDC report shows U.S. still not eating enough fruits and veggies](https://www.nccor.org/research/cdc-report-shows-u-s-still-not-eating-enough-fruits-and-veggies/) - Increasing the amount of fruits and vegetables eaten by children and adults is an important step toward preventing and reducing obesity in the United States and lowering the risk of developing many chronic diseases. The newest edition of the State Indicator Report on Fruits and Vegetables (2013) by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- [NCCOR’s Healthy Eating Index project highlighted at public forum on dietary guidelines](https://www.nccor.org/events/nccors-healthy-eating-index-video-highlighted-at-public-forum-on-dietary-guidelines/) - The Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee (DGAC) is holding its first of five public meetings today and Friday (June 13-14) on the National Institutes of Health (NIH) campus in Bethesda, Md. The Committee’s recommendations and rationale will serve as a basis for the eighth edition of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. On Friday morning, National Collaborative on Childhood
- [Infographic details 'what works to get kids active'](https://www.nccor.org/infographics-2/infographic-details-what-works-to-get-kids-active/) - A new infographic by Active Living Research, a national program of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF), shows the estimated amount of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity, in minutes, that children could get from several distinct school and community policy changes. A combination of these can help kids meet the national recommendation of daily physical activity. The
- [Even mild weight loss may lower diabetes risk in obese teens](https://www.nccor.org/research/even-mild-weight-loss-may-lower-diabetes-risk-in-obese-teens/) - Obese teens do not need to lose large amounts of weight to lower their risk of developing diabetes, according to a new study. Researchers found that obese teens who reduced their body mass index (BMI) by 8 percent or more had improvements in insulin sensitivity, a measure of how well the body processes insulin and
- [Call for presentations](https://www.nccor.org/presentations/call-for-presentations/) - The July 1 proposal deadline is fast approaching for the American Institute of Architects (AIA) 2014 Convention, occurring July 26-28, 2014, in Chicago. Submit your proposal today! Recognizing and communicating the impact design can have on public health is a primary interest of the Institute and intended to be a focus area at the 2014
- [A healthy neighborhood can lower the obesity level of its residents](https://www.nccor.org/research/a-healthy-neighborhood-can-lower-the-obesity-level-of-its-residents/) - Neighborhoods that include restaurants and businesses that support healthy eating choices can make a “measurable” difference in the battle against obesity, according to a new study led by researchers at the Drexel University School of Public Health. Dr. Amy Auchincloss, an assistant professor at the Philadelphia-based institution, and her colleagues conducted a five-year study analyzing the impact
- [New report from Healthy Eating Research reviews new evidence on consumer menu labeling](https://www.nccor.org/research/new-report-from-healthy-eating-research-reviews-new-evidence-on-consumer-menu-labeling/) - More and more chain restaurants and cafeterias are labeling menus to provide consumers with calorie and other information about standard menu items. This trend is driven by the adoption of menu labeling regulations and other policies by states, localities, and institutions as they seek to prevent and reduce obesity. This research review summarizes new information
- [More evidence links BPA to childhood obesity](https://www.nccor.org/research/more-evidence-links-bpa-to-childhood-obesity/) - By Brenda Goodman There's fresh evidence that the chemical bisphenol A, or BPA, may play a part in childhood obesity. BPA is a chemical that is widely used in food packaging. Government studies have shown that 92 percent of Americans have detectable levels of BPA in their bodies. There's intense scientific interest in BPA because
- [American Heart Association Voices for Healthy Kids' Request for Award](https://www.nccor.org/news/american-heart-association-voices-for-healthy-kids-request-for-award/) - BACKGROUND Over the past four decades, obesity rates have soared among all age groups. Today, nearly one-third of children and adolescents in the United States are either overweight or obese. Obese and overweight children and adolescents are more likely to become obese adults, placing them at increased risk for type 2 diabetes, heart disease, stroke,
- [Mom's obesity tied to higher risk of preemies](https://www.nccor.org/research/moms-obesity-tied-to-higher-risk-of-preemies/) - By Genevra Pittman Pregnant women who are overweight or obese are more likely to give birth prematurely, according to a new study from Sweden. Researchers found that link was strongest for babies born the earliest - between 22 and 27 weeks - and therefore most at risk of complications. "This study suggests that there is
- [Soda size limits could aid fight against obesity, experts say](https://www.nccor.org/research/soda-size-limits-could-aid-fight-against-obesity-experts-say/) - Restricting the sale of large sodas and other sugar-sweetened beverages in restaurants and other food service outlets would affect 7.5 percent of Americans each day and have the greatest impact on overweight people, according to a new study. In an effort to fight obesity, New York City's Board of Health approved a ban on the
- [Gene variants may play role in obesity](https://www.nccor.org/research/gene-variants-may-play-role-in-obesity/) - By Randy Dotinga Two new studies offer some solace to those who can't control their weight despite diet and exercise by providing more evidence that genetics may play a role in obesity. One study offers unique insight because it finds genetic mutations in severely obese children that suggest their excess weight may be more connected
- [Scientists find new tool to measure sugar consumption](https://www.nccor.org/research/scientists-find-new-tool-to-measure-sugar-consumption/) - Scientists at the University of Alaska Fairbanks identified a new tool that can dramatically improve the notoriously inaccurate surveys of what and how much an individual eats and drinks. Their research is published in the June 2013 issue of the Journal of Nutrition. Conventional wisdom says that consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages such as soda and
- [Focus on health, not fat, in food talks with kids](https://www.nccor.org/research/focus-on-health-not-fat-in-food-talks-with-kids/) - By Denise Mann There's a right way and a wrong way to persuade your adolescent to eat healthy and help avoid obesity, a new study suggests. Pointedly connecting food with fatness or talking about needed weight loss is the wrong way and could even encourage unhealthy eating habits, researchers report. Instead, discussions that focus on
- [Many kids missing out on healthy lifestyle](https://www.nccor.org/research/many-kids-missing-out-on-healthy-lifestyle/) - Only half of American youths get the recommended amount of exercise and less than one-third eat the suggested amount of fruits and vegetables each day, according to a federal government study. Researchers surveyed nearly 10,000 students aged 11 to 16 in 39 states, and found that only half were physically active five or more days
- [New, free USDA education materials show children how to make healthful food choices](https://www.nccor.org/publications/new-free-usda-education-materials-show-children-how-to-make-healthful-food-choices/) - Research shows that students with healthful eating patterns tend to do better in school, and it’s important that children begin learning about food and nutrition when they’re young. In support of that goal, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) recently released three, free sets of curriculum educators can use to empower
- [USDA’s new nutrition standards mean healthier food options in school vending machines and snack bars](https://www.nccor.org/news/usdas-new-nutrition-standards-mean-healthier-food-options-in-school-vending-machines-and-snack-bars/) - Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced on June 27 that under the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) new "Smart Snacks in School" nutrition standards, America's students will be offered healthier food options during the school day. "Nothing is more important than the health and well-being of our children," said Secretary Vilsack. "Parents and schools work hard
- [2014 ALR conference call for proposals](https://www.nccor.org/events/2014-alr-conference-call-for-proposals/) - Active Living Research (ALR) invites abstracts to be considered for presentation at the 2014 Annual Conference on March 9-12 in San Diego, Calif. The theme of the 2014 conference, "Niche to Norm," recognizes the importance of advancing active living from an emerging research field with limited results and impact to well-accepted findings that regularly guide
- [Can you be addicted to carbs?](https://www.nccor.org/research/can-you-be-addicted-to-carbs/) - By Allison Aubrey Fresh research adds weight to the notion that certain foods (think empty carbs like bagels and sweet treats) can lead to more intense hunger and overeating. Fast-digesting carbohydrates can stimulate regions of the brain involved in cravings and addiction, according to a study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. Prior studies have shown
- [Nutrition standards won’t fix 'Big Food’s' worst child marketing tactics](https://www.nccor.org/news/nutrition-standards-wont-fix-big-foods-worst-child-marketing-tactics/) - By Michele Simon Last month, I participated in an important panel at a childhood obesity conference to discuss the current strategy backed by some advocacy groups: asking industry to market "healthier" foods to children. But as Susan Linn and I recently argued, any marketing to children is harmful, regardless of the product's nutritional content. Instead
- [Is childhood obesity contagious?](https://www.nccor.org/research/is-childhood-obesity-contagious/) - By Rich Morin Every parent knows that young children catch lots of things at school: chicken pox, the flu and, of course, the annual back-to-school cold. Now there’s evidence that kids can catch something else from their classmates: obesity. Of course there isn’t a fat virus, or at least one we know about. But a
- [Systems modeling post-doctoral opportunities at Johns Hopkins Global Center on Childhood Obesity](https://www.nccor.org/programs/systems-modeling-post-doctoral-opportunities-at-johns-hopkins-global-center-on-childhood-obesity/) - The National Institute of Health-funded, Johns Hopkins Global Center on Childhood Obesity (JHGCCO) is seeking qualified post-doctoral trainees with a career interest in using systems science theories and methods to address childhood obesity, non-communicable chronic diseases, and related topics in public health. The Center, supported by the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR), conducts both
- [There's more to ending childhood obesity than 'Eat Less, Walk More'](https://www.nccor.org/events/theres-more-to-ending-childhood-obesity-than-eat-less-walk-more/) - By Ross Brenneman The American Heart Association and Robert Wood Johnson Foundation held a joint conference in Washington yesterday about fighting obesity in America. The conference, "Signs of Progress," highlighted 11 areas in the United States with declining obesity rates, with teams of panelists and keynote speakers brought in from those places to discuss successes.
- [Could a gene help make you obese?](https://www.nccor.org/research/could-a-gene-help-make-you-obese/) - By Dennis Thompson Researchers have discovered a potential genetic explanation for why some people overeat and run a greater risk for obesity. People who carry two copies of a variant form of the "FTO" gene are more likely to feel hungry soon after eating a meal, because they carry higher levels of the hunger-producing hormone
- [Elevated blood pressure increasing among children](https://www.nccor.org/research/elevated-blood-pressure-increasing-among-children/) - By Monte Morin The risk of elevated blood pressure among children and teens has risen 27 percent over a 13-year period, and is probably caused by over-consumption of salt and rising obesity, according to a new study. In a paper published July 14 in Hypertension, a journal of the American Heart Association (AHA), researchers examined health and
- [Webinar discusses how local governments can reduce food marketing to kids](https://www.nccor.org/webinars/webinar-discusses-how-local-governments-can-reduce-food-marketing-to-kids/) - Leadership for Healthy Communities, a national program of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, is hosting a webinar “Marketing Matters: How Local Governments Can Address Food Marketing to Children” on Thursday, July 25, from 2:00-3:00 p.m. EDT The webinar will provide an overview of the role local governments can play to effectively reduce the marketing of
- [Webinar about new USDA school nutrition standards](https://www.nccor.org/webinars/webinar-about-new-usda-school-nutrition-standards/) - The U.S. Department of Agriculture recently finalized national school nutrition standards for vending, a la carte, school stores, and other foods sold outside the school meal programs. The National Alliance for Nutrition and Activity is hosting a webinar on Wednesday, July 24, 2013, from 2-3 p.m. EDT, to learn more about the new “Smart Snacks
- [Report: Ubiquity of healthy food directly tied to obesity rates](https://www.nccor.org/research/report-ubiquity-of-healthy-food-directly-tied-to-obesity-rates/) - By Hannah McCartney A report conducted by researchers at East Carolina University in North Carolina, released today by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), sheds some interesting light on patterns in the availability of healthy food in different geographic regions and concludes that amping up corner stores that traditionally peddle junk food could be
- ['Prescription' for fruits, vegetables city's next remedy in battle against obesity](https://www.nccor.org/news/prescription-for-fruits-vegetables-citys-next-remedy-in-battle-against-obesity/) - By Casey Tolan and Larry Mcshane Take two tomatoes and call me in the morning. City officials unveiled a new get-healthy program July 23 where doctors will “prescribe” a menu of fresh fruits and vegetables to patients battling obesity. “This is probably going to prevent an awful lot of disease in the long term than
- [Minneapolis Public Schools food truck promotes healthy lunch for all kids](https://www.nccor.org/news/minneapolis-public-schools-food-truck-promotes-healthy-lunch-for-all-kids/) - By Margo Ashmore “My son ate broccoli and carrots for the first time, seeing his peers do it. And the ranch dressing helped,” said Andrea Worsfeld, picnicking at Jackson Square Park [in Minneapolis, Minn.] with her 2-year-old son, his 6-week-old sibling, and another mother and her children. They’d come for swimming, but stumbled upon the free
- [Math model predicts effects of diet, physical activity on childhood weight](https://www.nccor.org/research/math-model-predicts-effects-of-diet-physical-activity-on-childhood-weight/) - Researchers at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) have created and confirmed the accuracy of a mathematical model that predicts how weight and body fat in children respond to adjustments in diet and physical activity. The results will appear online July 30 in The Lancet Diabetes and Endocrinology. While the model may help to set realistic
- [Stigma overweight people face could spur more weight gain](https://www.nccor.org/research/stigma-overweight-people-face-could-spur-more-weight-gain/) - By Steven Reinberg Discriminating against a person because of their weight may actually increase the chances of that individual becoming obese, researchers report. People who experienced this so-called "weightism" are two and a half times more likely to become or stay obese later on, the researchers added. "Discrimination is hurtful and demeaning, and has real
- [CDC telebriefing discusses declining obesity rates among low-income preschoolers](https://www.nccor.org/webinars/cdc-telebriefing-new-vital-signs-report-obesity-among-low-income-preschoolers-declines-in-many-states/) - What: After decades of rising rates, there are signs of progress in the fight against childhood obesity. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will discuss state-by-state obesity rates among low-income preschoolers, where progress is being made, and what can be done to continue this progress. Who: Tom Frieden, M.D., M.P.H., Director, CDC When:
- [Kids have fun getting fit](https://www.nccor.org/news/kids-have-fun-getting-fit/) - By Amy Moritz Jillian Huber watched as her son, Jeffrey, ran down the inflatable track and sprinted over to the bounce house. The 2½-year-old was filled with toddler energy and he was using every morsel of it. Some days, when Huber is mentally debating whether to get up and go to the gym for her workout,
- [USDA awards contract to Chobani Greek yogurt for school lunch test](https://www.nccor.org/news/usda-awards-contract-to-chobani-greek-yogurt-for-school-lunch-test/) - By Mark Weiner The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has awarded a contract to Chobani of Chenango County, N.Y., to supply four states with its Greek yogurt for a school lunch pilot program, according to members of New York's congressional delegation. Earlier this month, the USDA gave its permission for New York, Arizona, Idaho, and Tennessee to test
- [Children's exercise: Hour a day 'not enough'](https://www.nccor.org/research/childrens-exercise-hour-a-day-not-enough/) - By Nick Valentine Current recommendations for children to exercise an hour every day are "insufficient" to protect them from heart and blood circulation problems later in life. Children under age 10 need at least 80 minutes of physical activity a day to keep them healthy, including 20 minutes of vigorous exercise, conclude researchers publishing in
- [Boyd Swinburn: Coke changing its stripes on health? Fat chance](https://www.nccor.org/news/boyd-swinburn-coke-changing-its-stripes-on-health-fat-chance/) - By Boyd Swinburn [NCCOR Envision Member] Coca-Cola has launched a massive PR campaign to convince everyone that it is now part of the solution to the obesity epidemic. However, the promise of an ounce of a Coke-sponsored sports program in New Zealand does not outweigh the ton of bricks dumped by Big Food and Big
- [Sugary drinks tied to obesity among preschoolers](https://www.nccor.org/research/sugary-drinks-tied-to-obesity-among-preschoolers/) - By Genevra Pittman Five-year-olds who drink sugar-sweetened sodas, sports drinks, or juices every day are more likely to be obese than those who have sugar-sweetened beverages less often, according to a new study. Although the link between sugary drinks and extra weight has been well documented among teens and adults, researchers said that up until
- [Report recommends specific national and community plans for evaluation of obesity prevention efforts](https://www.nccor.org/publications/report-recommends-specific-national-and-community-plans-for-evaluation-of-obesity-prevention-efforts/) - The United States lags behind other international plans to evaluate obesity prevention efforts, and the country needs to know whether these efforts are having their intended impact, says a new report from the Institute of Medicine (IOM). The committee that wrote the report concluded that more systematic and routine evaluations could help determine how well obesity prevention
- [Obesity rates decline among low-income preschoolers after rising for decades](https://www.nccor.org/research/obesity-rates-decline-among-low-income-preschoolers-after-rising-for-decades/) - By Lena H. Sun After decades of rising, obesity rates among low-income U.S. preschoolers declined broadly from 2008-2011, according to a federal report released Aug. 6 that offered the first glimpse of good news for children considered among the most vulnerable to the disease’s health risks. While other, smaller studies have cited drops among school-age children, the data released by
- [Minority kids may need longer support to keep weight off](https://www.nccor.org/research/minority-kids-may-need-longer-support-to-keep-weight-off/) - By Cole Petrochko A lifestyle modification program for obese minority and inner city teens effectively helped them manage body mass index and nutrition, but the benefits wore off after the program's conclusion, researchers found. During nine months of the behavior- and nutrition-modifying intervention, participants saw significant reductions in rates of BMI increase (0.13 versus 0.04,P
- [Obese kids more likely to have asthma, worse symptoms](https://www.nccor.org/research/obese-kids-more-likely-to-have-asthma-worse-symptoms/) - By Dennis Thompson Overweight and obese kids are more likely to struggle with asthma than kids of normal weight, according to a new review of more than 623,000 children. Researchers found that children carrying extra weight are between 1.16 to 1.37 times more likely to develop asthma than normal-weight kids, with the risk growing as
- [Study shows elementary and middle schools can get students moving, not just thinking](https://www.nccor.org/research/study-shows-elementary-and-middle-schools-can-get-students-moving-not-just-thinking/) - Despite widespread cuts to physical education classes and recess, an Indiana University study has shown that schools can play an important role in helping their students live healthier lives. Schools that implemented coordinated school health programs saw increases in students' physical activity. "With support from teachers, administrators, and parents, our schools can become healthier places,"
- [Soda tax won't curb obesity, study contends](https://www.nccor.org/research/soda-tax-wont-curb-obesity-study-contends/) - Taxing sodas and other sugary beverages won't help reduce obesity because consumers would switch to other high-calorie foods and drinks that aren't taxed, a new study contends. The researchers came to their conclusion after analyzing data on household food purchases made by Americans in 2006. The findings were published in the American Journal of Agricultural Economics.
- [Obesity risk factors may vary for boys, girls](https://www.nccor.org/research/obesity-risk-factors-may-vary-for-boys-girls/) - By Kathleen Doheny While some behaviors increase the risk of obesity for both boys and girls, new research shows there are gender differences. For instance, although being on a sports team reduced the risk of obesity for middle school-aged boys, it did not for girls, said study author Dr. Elizabeth Jackson, an assistant professor of
- [Latino families in study eat more fruits and veggies, drink less soda](https://www.nccor.org/research/latino-families-in-study-eat-more-fruits-and-veggies-drink-less-soda/) - A successful program that increased the number of fruits and vegetables eaten and decreased sugar-sweetened beverage consumption by 50 percent among Latino children had two secret weapons, according to a University of Illinois (U of I) researcher. "First, we got mothers and other relatives involved because family togetherness is a very important value for Latinos.
- [NIH workshop explores ways to prevent obesity in infancy and early childhood](https://www.nccor.org/events/nih-workshop-explores-ways-to-prevent-obesity-in-infancy-and-early-childhood/) - Intervening to prevent the development of overweight and obesity as early as possible has the potential to improve health and reduce the health care costs associated with obesity-related diseases now and in the future. Little is known, however, regarding effective interventions for obesity prevention that might be implemented during infancy and early childhood. The National Institutes
- [Obesity's death toll may be much higher than thought](https://www.nccor.org/research/obesitys-death-toll-may-be-much-higher-than-thought/) - By Dennis Thompson Researchers have vastly underestimated the number of deaths caused by obesity in the United States, a new report reveals. Obesity accounts for 18 percent of deaths among black and white Americans between the ages of 40 and 85, according to a study published online Aug. 15 in the American Journal of Public Health.
- [CDC report shows progress in school health practices](https://www.nccor.org/research/cdc-report-shows-progress-in-school-health-practices/) - By Allie Bidwell Over the last several years, more schools nationwide have begun implementing nutrition and health policies and requiring physical education programs, according to a report released Aug. 26 from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). CDC reported that more schools are cracking down on the types of companies that can advertise on school
- [Too many sugary drinks for kids](https://www.nccor.org/research/too-many-sugary-drinks-for-kids/) - Most kids love sugary beverages, but parents should be mindful of how much of these beverages their kids are drinking. A recent review of studies found that drinking more sugar-sweetened drinks was linked to weight gain among children and adults. The study authors noted that it is especially important to have overweight children reduce their
- [Some districts quit healthier school lunch program; kids turn up their noses at low-cal meals](https://www.nccor.org/news/some-districts-quit-healthier-school-lunch-program-kids-turn-up-their-noses-at-low-cal-meals/) - After just one year, some schools around the country are dropping out of the healthier new federal lunch program, complaining that so many students turned up their noses at meals packed with whole grains, fruits, and vegetables that the cafeterias were losing money. Federal officials say they don’t have exact numbers but have seen isolated
- [PE mandates have mixed success in fighting childhood obesity](https://www.nccor.org/research/pe-mandates-have-mixed-success-in-fighting-childhood-obesity/) - By Tom Snee A study by a University of Iowa economist finds that increased physical education (PE) requirements help reduce obesity among fifth grade boys, but fifth grade girls showed little change. Childhood obesity has risen dramatically in recent decades, prompting public health officials and policy makers to advocate increased physical activity time for elementary
- [Kids' fast food ads promote toys over burgers, study finds](https://www.nccor.org/research/kids-fast-food-ads-promote-toys-over-burgers-study-finds/) - By Amir Khan If your kid is clamoring for a Happy Meal, he may be more interested in the toy than the burger, according to a new study published in the journal PLOS ONE. Researchers from the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth College in New Hampshire found that fast food advertisements aimed at kids
- [Fast food: Students struggle with healthy options in short lunch periods](https://www.nccor.org/news/fast-food-students-struggle-with-healthy-options-in-short-lunch-periods/) - By Joanna Lin The green beans are portioned and displayed in orderly rows. The lasagnas are steaming up their plastic covers. The workers stand ready, their hair netted and aprons tied. The bell rings, and a stream of nearly 1,000 students flood in to Francisco Bravo Medical Magnet High School's cafeteria, barely slowing as they
- [Nudged to the produce aisle by a look in the mirror](https://www.nccor.org/research/nudged-to-the-produce-aisle-by-a-look-in-the-mirror/) - By Michael Moss Samuel Pulido walked into his local grocery store on a sweltering day, greeted by cool air and the fantasy-world ambience of the modern supermarket. Soft music drifted. Neon-bright colors turned his head this way and that. “WOW!!!” gasped the posters hanging from entranceway racks, heralding the sugary drinks, wavy chips, and Berry
- [NYC school lunch menus serve up healthy eats](https://www.nccor.org/news/nyc-school-lunch-menus-serve-up-healthy-eats/) - By Kevin Zimmerman When New York City children shuffle into the cafeteria on Sept. 9 most probably won’t notice any changes at that first back-to-school lunch until they roll their trays up to the cash register. For kids who pay for the mid-day meal, the price jumps up a quarter. But those children who qualify
- [Obesity gene tests may not hamper weight-loss efforts](https://www.nccor.org/research/obesity-gene-tests-may-not-hamper-weight-loss-efforts/) - Genetic testing for obesity risk does not discourage people from trying to lose weight —instead, it may help reduce how much they blame themselves for their weight problems, according to a small new study. Research has shown that genes influence a person's risk of becoming overweight and one gene, called FTO, appears to have the
- [New funding opportunity from NIH/CDC for small business to create tools to collect health metrics](https://www.nccor.org/awards/new-funding-opportunity-from-nihcdc-for-small-business-to-create-tools-to-collect-health-metrics/) - The National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recently released a funding opportunity for small businesses to develop user-friendly tools facilitating the construction of environmental metrics related to the determinants: health behaviors and health care. Such metrics are gaining wider use in the research literature, notably in the development of
- [New IOM report highlights NCCOR Measures Registry and Catalogue of Surveillance Systems](https://www.nccor.org/news/new-iom-report-highlights-nccor-measures-registry-and-catalogue-of-surveillance-systems/) - In August 2013, the Institute of Medicine (IOM) released a new report, “Evaluating Obesity Prevention Efforts: A Plan for Measuring Progress,” which outlined an actionable plan for measuring the nation’s progress in obesity prevention efforts. In developing the report, the IOM relied heavily on two tools developed by the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research
- [Teens who beat obesity at risk for eating disorders](https://www.nccor.org/research/teens-who-beat-obesity-at-risk-for-eating-disorders/) - By Michelle Healy Teens who were once overweight or obese are at a significant risk of developing an eating disorder as they lose weight, but identification and treatment of the condition is often delayed because of their weight history, researchers say. "For some reason we are just not thinking that these kids are at risk.
- [Michelle Obama says anti-obesity campaign creating ‘cultural shift’ in how Americans live, eat](https://www.nccor.org/news/michelle-obama-says-anti-obesity-campaign-creating-cultural-shift-in-how-americans-live-eat/) - Michelle Obama said Friday that her anti-childhood obesity campaign is creating a “cultural shift” in how Americans live and eat, and is beginning to have a positive influence on children’s health. As an example, she cited something she said she couldn’t imagine when the Let’s Move! program was launched nearly four years ago: television commercials
- [Changing up family routines can help kids shed pounds](https://www.nccor.org/research/changing-up-family-routines-can-help-kids-shed-pounds/) - There is more to combating obesity than ensuring that children eat healthy food. There are other factors that can increase children's risk of obesity — and they can be addressed within a family. A recent study found that adjusting a couple household routines in low-income, racially diverse families could help reduce children's weight. The most
- ['Severely obese:' 5 percent of U.S. kids, teens fit risky new category](https://www.nccor.org/news/severely-obese-5-percent-of-u-s-kids-teens-fit-risky-new-category/) - By JoNel Aleccia Overall obesity rates for American kids may have leveled off, but a new report finds that children and teens at the far end of the spectrum are getting heavier, faster — with about 5 percent now classified as “severely obese.” That means nearly 4 million U.S. youth fall into a new category
- [Children who live in "smart growth" neighborhoods get 46 percent more physical activity](https://www.nccor.org/research/children-who-live-in-smart-growth-neighborhoods-get-46-percent-more-physical-activity/) - Children who live in "smart growth" neighborhoods — developments that are designed to increase walkability and have more parks and green space areas — get 46 percent more moderate or vigorous physical activity than kids who live in conventional neighborhoods, finds a study in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine. "We were surprised by the size
- [Obese kids at four-times risk of high blood pressure](https://www.nccor.org/research/obese-kids-at-four-times-risk-of-high-blood-pressure/) - By Amir Khan Childhood obesity can lead to a host of health problems, including diabetes, heart disease and hypertension, and the risk may be worse than previously thought, according to preliminary new research being presented at the American Heart Association High Blood Pressure Research Scientific Sessions meeting. Researchers found that obese children are at a four-time
- [How cutting physical education in schools could hurt grades](https://www.nccor.org/research/how-cutting-physical-education-in-schools-could-hurt-grades/) - By Alexandra Sifferlin While gym class may seem like an extraneous part of an academic program, getting aerobic exercise can help students to learn and remember more. A small study of 48 students between the ages 9 and 10 showed that those with higher levels of physical fitness performed better on mental tests. The researchers from the University
- [More education, not income, fights obesity](https://www.nccor.org/research/more-education-not-income-fights-obesity/) - By Stephanie Stephens Educational status may protect women living in socioeconomically disadvantaged areas against obesity, finds a new study in the American Journal of Health Promotion. The study adds to previous studies showing an inverse association between body mass index (BMI) and socioeconomic status (SES). Generally, researchers have discovered that women in areas with fewer economic resources have higher
- [University of NH promotes healthy eating with plates printed with modified USDA guidelines](https://www.nccor.org/news/university-of-nh-promotes-healthy-eating-with-plates-printed-with-modified-usda-guidelines/) - They may not be binging on broccoli, but some University of New Hampshire (UNH) students are at least pausing before they fill up on fried food, thanks to dishware designed to remind them about healthy options. Two years after the federal government abandoned the food pyramid as a symbol for healthful eating and adopted an
- [Income, not ‘food deserts,’ more to blame for U.S. obesity](https://www.nccor.org/research/income-not-food-deserts-more-to-blame-for-u-s-obesity/) - By Kyley McGeeney and Elizabeth Mendes In the United States, obesity in "food deserts" is above average. However, it is not solely — or even primarily — access to grocery stores that appears to be the issue — higher obesity rates are more likely to be linked to lower incomes. In other words, a lack
- [New initiative encourages water consumption](https://www.nccor.org/news/new-initiative-encourages-water-consumption/) - By Amanda L. Chan The first lady wants you to drink more water. On a call announcing Michelle Obama's newest healthy living initiative Sept. 11, Let's Move! Executive Director Sam Kass explained that the White House is working with cities, private companies, and public taps to promote the message to "drink up." Participating companies include
- [Schools should not let liability concerns keep them from promoting physical activity](https://www.nccor.org/research/schools-should-not-let-liability-concerns-keep-them-from-promoting-physical-activity/) - Kids spend many of their waking hours at school. This puts schools in a unique position to help promote physical activity and healthy habits among children. However, many schools are deterred by fears of increased risk of legal liability for personal injuries. A new article in the American Journal of Public Health outlines three school-based
- [CDC releases new guide for collecting body mass index measurements](https://www.nccor.org/publications/cdc-releases-new-guide-for-collecting-body-mass-index-measurements/) - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity (DNPAO) recently released two new resources for health care providers called the “HL7 Height and Weight Report Implementation Guide” and the “IHE Quality, Research and Public Health Technical Framework Supplement for Healthy Weight.” The tools are designed to help practitioners transmit
- [Alliance for a Healthier Generation and McDonald's announce groundbreaking CGI commitment to promote balanced food and beverage choices](https://www.nccor.org/news/alliance-for-a-healthier-generation-and-mcdonalds-announce-groundbreaking-cgi-commitment-to-promote-balanced-food-and-beverage-choices/) - McDonald's is partnering with the Alliance for a Healthier Generation, founded by the Clinton Foundation and American Heart Association, to increase customers' access to fruit and vegetables and help families and children to make informed choices in keeping with balanced lifestyles. President Bill Clinton, founder of the Bill, Hillary & Chelsea Clinton Foundation, Don Thompson,
- [School cafeterias, vending machines trading sugar, fat for more healthful fare](https://www.nccor.org/news/school-cafeterias-vending-machines-trading-sugar-fat-for-more-healthful-fare/) - By Lenny Bernstein Any parent who has fixed a nutritious school lunch only to find it untouched in a backpack the next morning will be heartened by new federal rules that will take effect in schools nationwide in the fall of 2014. That’s when laws will require school vending machines, stores and “a la carte”
- [Retail investment: A barometer for teen obesity?](https://www.nccor.org/research/retail-investment-a-barometer-for-teen-obesity/) - When it comes to addressing the obesity epidemic, fast food restaurants are a favorite target, with some communities, such as the city of Los Angeles, going so far as to ban the construction of new, standalone fast food restaurants in neighborhoods with a high density of fast food restaurants that are also plagued by a
- [Mexico, with world's top obesity rate, raises prices on soft drinks to fight it](https://www.nccor.org/news/mexico-with-worlds-top-obesity-rate-raises-prices-on-soft-drinks-to-fight-it/) - By Patricia Rey Mallén It is a well-known fact that the United States is the country in the world with the largest obesity rate. But it isn't anymore. A report by the United Nations revealed that the United States came in second to its southern neighbor, Mexico. The new data, published in July 2013, shows that 32.8 percent
- [Leveraging the power of design and design thinking for public health](https://www.nccor.org/publications/leveraging-the-power-of-design-and-design-thinking-for-public-health/) - By Matthew Trowbridge It is increasingly clear that solutions for our most pressing and challenging public health issues will ultimately hinge on designing environments that encourage healthy behavior choices by making them more available, economical, and enjoyable. Traditional public health approaches are not perfectly suited to this task. For example, epidemiological studies allow us to
- [School meals face rules on fat, meat, veggies – but no limits on sugar](https://www.nccor.org/news/school-meals-face-rules-on-fat-meat-veggies-but-no-limits-on-sugar/) - By Eleanor Yang Su Almost everything about a school cafeteria meal has a regulation. The federal government caps the amount of fat and salt in breakfasts and lunches. It sets minimum standards for servings of fruit, vegetables, grains, milk, and meat. But one widely used and often-overused product has no official limits: sugar. As Congress
- [USDA: Small number of schools drop out of federal lunch program due to healthier requirements](https://www.nccor.org/news/usda-small-number-of-schools-drop-out-of-federal-lunch-program-due-to-healthier-requirements/) - By Mary Clare Jalonick The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) says 524 schools — out of about 100,000 — have dropped out of the federally subsidized national school lunch program since the government introduced new standards for healthier foods last year. The new standards have been met with grumbling from school nutrition officials who say
- [Excessive weight gain during pregnancy tied to childhood obesity](https://www.nccor.org/research/excessive-weight-gain-during-pregnancy-tied-to-childhood-obesity/) - A study of 41,133 mothers and their children in Arkansas has shown that high pregnancy weight gain increases the risk of obesity in those children through age 12. The findings, published Oct. 1 in PLOS Medicine, suggest pregnancy may be an especially important time to prevent obesity in the next generation. "From the public health perspective,
- [Five regular meals a day reduce obesity risk among adolescents](https://www.nccor.org/research/five-regular-meals-a-day-reduce-obesity-risk-among-adolescents/) - A regular eating pattern may protect adolescents from obesity, according to a Finnish population based study with more than 4,000 participants. When eating five meals — breakfast, lunch, dinner, and two snacks — a day, even those with a genetic predisposition to obesity had no higher body mass index (BMI) than their controls. The collection
- [The long-term returns of obesity prevention policies](https://www.nccor.org/publications/the-long-term-returns-of-obesity-prevention-policies/) - The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) estimates the costs of proposed federal legislation over a 10-year timeframe. For policies and programs that have a long-term impact, the 10-year timeframe can account for many of the costs, but miss out on the savings. This report from the Campaign to End Obesity concludes that widening that window to
- [Junk food makers target kids with free online games, study says](https://www.nccor.org/research/junk-food-makers-target-kids-with-free-online-games-study-says/) - By Kathleen Doheny Free online games promoting food products tend to emphasize high-fat or sugary products, according to researchers who looked at 143 websites marketing foods to children through the interactive games, known as "advergames." Featured foods tended to be low in multiple nutrients or vitamins and high in calories, sugar, and fat, said study
- [Sports superstars endorse sugary, fatty foods](https://www.nccor.org/research/sports-superstars-endorse-sugary-fatty-foods/) - When Miami Heat star LeBron James isn't scoring baskets, he's busy — selling soda, sports drinks, and fast food. But James isn't alone. In a new study, many top U.S. athletes, from Peyton Manning to Serena Williams, were all over television promoting food and drinks, most of which aren't very healthy. "We see these people
- [Cafeteria debit cards tied to unhealthy school lunches: Why paying with plastic could be hurting kids](https://www.nccor.org/research/cafeteria-debit-cards-tied-to-unhealthy-school-lunches-why-paying-with-plastic-could-be-hurting-kids/) - By Chris Weller Dropping a handful of quarters into the waiting palm of a lunch lady is quickly getting replaced by rapid, blurry swipes of a debit card, and the proliferation in cafeterias around the country has two researchers pushing for greater monitoring of children’s unhealthy spending habits. Cornell University behavioral economists David Just and Brian
- [Study: Screen time contributes to weight gain despite exercise](https://www.nccor.org/research/study-screen-time-contributes-to-weight-gain-despite-exercise/) - By Susie O'Brien and Katrina Stokes Even a large amount of exercise does not cancel out "bum time" — periods spent in front of TVs and computers, according to researchers from the University of the Sunshine Coast. The study of 144 active children found those who were normal weight spent an average of 140 minutes
- [New study explores ways to prevent unhealthy weight gain among rural school-aged children](https://www.nccor.org/research/new-study-explores-ways-to-prevent-unhealthy-weight-gain-among-rural-school-aged-children/) - In the United States, children don't eat enough fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Instead, their diets typically include excessive amounts of sugars and solid fats, counter to the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommendations, increasing the risk of obesity and diabetes. A team of investigators implemented a two-year intervention study in low-income, rural areas where a disproportionately higher
- [High blood pressure common among overweight kids](https://www.nccor.org/research/high-blood-pressure-common-among-overweight-kids/) - Overweight and obese children have a high risk of developing high blood pressure, a new study warns. Researchers analyzed the health records of nearly 250,000 children, aged 6 to 17, in California, and found those who were overweight were twice as likely as normal-weight children to have high blood pressure (hypertension). The risk was four
- [Preschooler physical activity influenced by several factors](https://www.nccor.org/research/preschooler-physical-activity-influenced-by-several-factors/) - It's important for all children to get a regular amount of physical activity each day. Sometimes, the amount they get is affected by factors at preschool. A recent study identified nine factors that affected how much physical activity preschoolers got. Boys were more active than girls, and rainy days decreased their activity levels. The placement
- [NCCOR Envision member discusses the effectiveness of childhood obesity interventions](https://www.nccor.org/events/nccor-envision-member-discusses-the-effectiveness-of-childhood-obesity-interventions/) - As part of the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity Seminar Series, Steven Gortmaker, a professor for the Harvard School of Public Health and member of the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research Envision project, is presenting findings from a series of papers examining the cost-effectiveness of
- [Exercise 'boosts academic performance' of teenagers](https://www.nccor.org/research/exercise-boosts-academic-performance-of-teenagers/) - Intensive exercise improves the academic performance of teenagers, according to new research. The study of about 5,000 children found links between exercise and exam success in English, math, and science. It found an increase in performance for every extra 17 minutes boys exercised, and 12 minutes for girls. The study by the universities of Strathclyde
- [Improving school lunch by design](https://www.nccor.org/news/improving-school-lunch-by-design/) - By Courtney E. Martin What if the secret to getting kids to eat healthier is to stop focusing on food? In spring 2013, the San Francisco Unified School District (S.F.U.S.D.) began a five-month collaboration with the design firm IDEO to re-imagine the school food system. This effort might not sound unique. Childhood obesity has become
- [NIH webinar: Strengths and weaknesses of experimental and quasi-experimental designs](https://www.nccor.org/webinars/nih-webinar-strengths-and-weaknesses-of-experimental-and-quasi-experimental-designs/) - The National Institutes of Health Office of Disease Prevention (OPD) is hosting a webinar tomorrow for their Medicine: Mind the Gap seminar featuring Dr. William R. Shadish, distinguished professor and founding faculty of the University of California, Merced. Dr. Shadish will discuss the strengths and weaknesses of experimental and quasi-experimental designs. Recent years have seen important advances
- [Healthy food rarely convenient for urban minorities](https://www.nccor.org/research/healthy-food-rarely-convenient-for-urban-minorities/) - By Valerie Debenedette Despite the prevalence of corner and convenience stores in urban neighborhoods, many residents have to travel farther to find supermarkets that offer a wide variety of healthful food choices, finds a new study in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine. The study also found that supermarkets in lower income areas and with more
- [Report: California teens drinking more sugary drinks](https://www.nccor.org/research/report-california-teens-drinking-more-sugary-drinks/) - Although younger children in California are drinking less soda and other sugary beverages, teens in the state are actually drinking more, according to a report released Oct. 17. The research from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and the California Center for Public Health Advocacy (CCPHA) involved more than 40,000 households and revealed an
- [NCCOR Envision members help inform new recommendations on managing children’s weight](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/nccor-envision-members-help-inform-new-recommendations-on-managing-childrens-weight/) - The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), part of the Department of Health in the United Kingdom, recently issued new guidance on managing overweight and obesity in children through lifestyle weight management services. The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) Envision members Tim Marsh and Martin Brown, in collaboration with additional researchers, helped
- [First-ever census reveals growing popularity of Farm to School program](https://www.nccor.org/news/first-ever-census-reveals-growing-popularity-of-farm-to-school-program/) - By Tim Carman More than 40 percent of the U.S. public school districts that responded to a historic census said they were participating in a program that helps bring fresh, local produce to school cafeterias. The percentage of participating schools was even higher in Maryland, Virginia, and the District, where the program has taken deep root.
- [Gene mutation tied to higher obesity risk in kids](https://www.nccor.org/research/gene-mutation-tied-to-higher-obesity-risk-in-kids/) - Obesity is on the rise among children, and a particular genetic mutation might play a role for some kids, a new study suggests. Researchers in Britain conducted genetic analyses of more than 2,100 severely obese youngsters. They found that those with mutations in the KSR2 gene had larger appetites and slower metabolism than those with
- [Peer pressure can influence food choices at restaurants](https://www.nccor.org/research/peer-pressure-can-influence-food-choices-at-restaurants/) - If you want to eat healthier when dining out, research recommends surrounding yourself with friends who make healthy food choices. A University of Illinois study showed that when groups of people eat together at a restaurant at which they must state their food choice aloud, they tend to select items from the same menu categories.
- [Equipment, encouragement gets kids active during recess](https://www.nccor.org/research/equipment-encouragement-gets-kids-active-during-recess/) - By Allison Bond Providing children with sports equipment, encouragement, and a safe environment boosts their activity level during the school day, according to a recent study from Australia. Researchers found that simple steps such as making sure elementary school students have bats and balls to use during recess or asking students to stand up between
- [Focus on developmental approach to obesity in children and adolescents](https://www.nccor.org/research/focus-on-developmental-approach-to-obesity-in-children-and-adolescents/) - New studies of factors affecting the risk of obesity in children and adolescents—as well as promising approaches to prevention and treatment—are assembled in the special October Journal of Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics (JDBP), the official journal of the Society for Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics (SDBP). The special issue emphasizes a developmental viewpoint on the crucial problem
- [Diabetes risk tied to weight gain in youth](https://www.nccor.org/research/diabetes-risk-tied-to-weight-gain-in-youth/) - By Michael Smith The risk of developing diabetes in adulthood is associated with weight in adolescence and weight gain during the teens and early 20s, researchers reported. In a longitudinal cohort of teens and young adults, the timing of the weight gain also appeared to play a role in diabetes risk, according to Penny Gordon-Larsen, Ph.D., a
- [Dinner rituals that correlate with child and adult BMI](https://www.nccor.org/research/dinner-rituals-that-correlate-with-child-and-adult-bmi/) - Beyond plate size and calorie count, the war against obesity may have a new leader – the dinner table. Families that eat together without the television on and stay seated until everyone's finished have children with lower weights and body mass index (BMI), reports a Cornell behavioral economist in the October issue of Obesity. Strong,
- [Most people use calorie information at fast food restaurants, when they read it](https://www.nccor.org/research/most-people-use-calorie-information-at-fast-food-restaurants-when-they-read-it/) - According to a new study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) adults who read calorie information when it is available at fast food and chain restaurants tend to use the information when purchasing food. The authors, including Heidi Blanck, chief of CDC’s Obesity Prevention and Control Branch and member of the National
- [Obese teens eat up fast food hype, study says](https://www.nccor.org/research/obese-teens-eat-up-fast-food-hype-study-says/) - Obese teens and young adults may be more receptive to TV fast food ads than those who aren't obese, a new study says. "Given the concerning rates of obesity in U.S. youth and associated health risks, a better understanding of influences leading to obesity in youth is critical in guiding prevention and public health strategies,"
- [Food options near schools may up obesity risk](https://www.nccor.org/research/food-options-near-schools-may-up-obesity-risk/) - By Rita Buckley The number and kinds of food outlets near schools may be associated with higher rates of obesity among public school students, according to new research. Data for nearly 13,000 middle and high school students in 33 public schools in New Jersey showed that nearly 25 percent of the students were obese compared
- [Soda tax of 20 percent may cut United Kingdom obesity rate by 180,000](https://www.nccor.org/research/soda-tax-of-20-percent-may-cut-united-kingdom-obesity-rate-by-180000/) - By Simeon Bennett A 20 percent tax on sugary drinks in the United Kingdom would cut the nation’s obesity rate by 1.3 percent, with the greatest benefit for people under 30, a study found. The tax, proposed by the U.K. Academy of Medical Royal Colleges, would result in about 180,000 fewer adults with a body mass index of
- [IOM to host public workshop on obesity solutions](https://www.nccor.org/events/iom-to-host-public-workshop-on-obesity-solutions/) - The Institute of Medicine (IOM) Roundtable on Obesity Solutions is inviting the public to attend its first workshop, "The Current State of Obesity Solutions in the United States." Tues., Jan. 7, 2014 12:30-5:30 p.m. The National Academies Building 2101 Constitution Ave., NW Washington, DC The workshop will present a status update on the current epidemiology
- [Kids who add sleep can subtract pounds, study suggests](https://www.nccor.org/research/kids-who-add-sleep-can-subtract-pounds-study-suggests/) - Getting kids to eat less may be as simple as making sure they get a good night's sleep, a new small study suggests. That doesn't mean sleep is the answer to the U.S. obesity epidemic, but it might be one part of the solution, according to study author Chantelle Hart, an associate professor of public
- [Study: Strength training may boost kids' activity](https://www.nccor.org/research/study-strength-training-may-boost-kids-activity/) - By Genevra Pittman Whether children can and should participate in strength training has been a contentious issue. But new research suggests it is safe and may encourage young people to be more active in their everyday lives. Researchers randomly assigned one group of children aged 10 to 14 to strength train twice a week and
- [Many people ignore, miss calorie counts on fast food menus](https://www.nccor.org/research/many-people-ignore-miss-calorie-counts-on-fast-food-menus/) - By Kathleen Doheny Posting the calorie content of menu items at restaurants is designed to make diners stop and think, tally up the total, and make wiser choices. In real life, that doesn't seem to be the case, according to new research. In a poll of 2,000 Philadelphia fast food customers, aged 18 to 64,
- [Childhood trauma may contribute to teen weight problems](https://www.nccor.org/research/childhood-trauma-may-contribute-to-teen-weight-problems/) - By Shereen Jegtv Children who have gone through trying times are more likely to be overweight by age 15, a new study suggests. Stress in childhood has been associated with a greater risk of becoming overweight, although the link isn't always consistent from study to study, researchers said. "I felt like I was seeing a
- [Heart-healthy lifestyles can spread through social networks](https://www.nccor.org/research/heart-healthy-lifestyles-can-spread-through-social-networks/) - Heart-healthy lifestyles can be contagious to your family and friends. In a late-breaking clinical trial presented at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2013, people in social networks who received an intervention to tackle their weight problems together lost an average 6½ pounds more and trimmed an extra 1¼ inches from their waists compared with
- [Study shows nutrition education leads to healthier choices by SNAP recipients](https://www.nccor.org/research/study-shows-nutrition-education-leads-to-healthier-choices-by-snap-recipients/) - The Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently released a study providing clear evidence that well-designed nutrition education programs can lead to healthier food choices by participants in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The study, SNAP Education and Evaluation Study (Wave II), evaluated the impact of several nutrition
- [Kids worldwide are less fit than their parents were, study shows](https://www.nccor.org/research/kids-worldwide-are-less-fit-than-their-parents-were-study-shows/) - Today's kids can't keep up with their parents. An analysis of studies on millions of children around the world finds they don't run as fast or as far as their parents did when they were young. On average, it takes children 90 seconds longer to run a mile than their counterparts did 30 years ago.
- [Big Bird, Elmo to encourage kids to eat produce](https://www.nccor.org/news/big-bird-elmo-to-encourage-kids-to-eat-produce/) - A trip down the grocery store produce aisle could soon feel like a stroll down "Sesame Street." Michelle Obama announced that the nonprofit organization behind the popular children's educational TV program will let the produce industry use Elmo, Big Bird, and Sesame Street's other furry characters free of charge to market fruits and veggies to
- [Communication key to adolescent health outcomes](https://www.nccor.org/research/communication-key-to-adolescent-health-outcomes/) - Improved communication between pediatric providers and the parents and guardians of adolescents could lead to better health outcomes, a University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine (UPSOM) study reports. The findings are available online in this month's Patient Education and Counseling. Between June and November of 2009, Aletha Akers, M.D., assistant professor of obstetrics and gynecology
- [Obese people can't taste sweetness as well as those at a healthy weight, due to fewer taste cells](https://www.nccor.org/research/obese-people-cant-taste-sweetness-as-well-as-those-at-a-healthy-weight-due-to-fewer-taste-cells/) - By John Ericson Obesity may make sweets less sweet, according to a new study. Researchers from the University of Buffalo have discovered that in severely overweight mice, the tongue’s reaction to sweet stimuli is significantly less pronounced. The findings may help us understand how the current obesity epidemic transforms the way we interact with food. Published in
- [Sesame Street may help kids make healthy choices](https://www.nccor.org/research/sesame-street-may-help-kids-make-healthy-choices/) - Parents might try to feed their kids healthy food at home, but those children often will eventually be responsible for making their own healthy choices. Researchers behind a new study wanted to explore the effectiveness of educating children about health at a very young age. The study looked at a group of preschool children and
- [Rudd Center webinar explores how to use strategic science to influence public policy](https://www.nccor.org/webinars/rudd-center-webinar-explores-how-to-use-strategic-science-to-influence-public-policy/) - The Rudd Center for Food Policy & Obesity recently held a webinar demonstrating how to use strategic science to affect policy outcomes that promote healthy behaviors. The webinar, “Case studies in strategic science to inform public policy,” outlines the steps to effectively conduct research and disseminate findings to enact change. The webinar also showcases three
- [Study of obese family leads to CEP19 gene discovery](https://www.nccor.org/research/study-of-obese-family-leads-to-cep19-gene-discovery/) - Researchers report that they have identified a gene that is tied to severe obesity. They say their findings could lead to new treatments for obesity. The team studied an Israeli Arab family whose members were severely obese. They found that the family members had a mutation in a gene that produces a protein called CEP19.
- [Smaller bowls may keep kids from overeating](https://www.nccor.org/research/smaller-bowls-may-keep-kids-from-overeating/) - Having youngsters use smaller bowls may be one way to help reduce childhood obesity, a new study suggests. In their first experiment, researchers gave 8- or 16-ounce bowls to 69 preschoolers. Adults then served the children cereal and milk in increments until the children said they'd had enough. Children with the larger bowls asked for
- [Parents who set, stick to rules may help kids stay slim](https://www.nccor.org/research/parents-who-set-stick-to-rules-may-help-kids-stay-slim/) - By Kathleen Doheny Parents who set firm rules about behaviors like TV viewing, dinner time, and physical activity tend to have children of healthier weights, a new Australian study finds. "Children of parents who set consistent rules have a slightly lower body mass index (BMI); they're thinner," said study author Pauline Jansen. Both mothers and
- [Screen time again linked to kids' extra weight](https://www.nccor.org/research/screen-time-again-linked-to-kids-extra-weight/) - Children and teenagers who spend lots of time in front of screens – especially TVs – tend to gain more weight as they age, according to a new study. The findings are consistent with research suggesting all that idle sitting and exposure to advertisements may fuel poor eating habits... Many parents believe their children are
- [NCCOR celebrates its five-year anniversary, debuts Connect & Explore webinar series](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/nccor-celebrates-its-five-year-anniversary-debuts-connect-explore-webinar-series/) - After decades of increases, there are finally signs that childhood obesity rates are declining across the United States. For the past five years, the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) has been at the center of research and evaluation work to turn the tide against the epidemic. In celebration of its five-year anniversary in
- [Study: As cost of sugary drinks go up, sales go down](https://www.nccor.org/research/study-as-cost-of-sugary-drinks-go-up-sales-go-down/) - By Nanci Hellmich People bought fewer sugary drinks when the price was higher than no-calorie or low-cal drinks. Raising the cost of high-calorie beverages by a few cents — and highlighting calorie content in places where they are sold — decreases sales, a new study shows. This research comes after much discussion in recent years
- [Study finds parental stress linked to obesity in children](https://www.nccor.org/research/study-finds-parental-stress-linked-to-obesity-in-children/) - Parental stress is linked to weight gain in children, according to a new study from St. Michael's Hospital. The study found that children whose parents have high levels of stress have a body mass index (BMI) about 2 percent higher than those whose parents have low levels of stress. Children with higher parental stress also
- [NCCOR members contribute to new research that shows major food companies have cutback on calories](https://www.nccor.org/research/ncocr-members-contribute-to-new-research-that-shows-major-food-companies-have-cutback-on-calories/) - Sixteen of the nation’s leading food and beverage companies have cut 78 calories out of an American’s daily diet according to a new study funded by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF). This is the result of a five-year (2007-2012) reduction in sales of food and beverages totaling 60.4 trillion calories. The data collection and
- [Kids' personalities may influence food portion size](https://www.nccor.org/research/kids-personalities-may-influence-food-portion-size/) - By Lizette Borreli Assessing a child’s personality may be an effective way to ward off childhood obesity in unhealthy kids. Extroverts are found to serve themselves more food than introverts regardless of whether they're given a large or small bowl, according to a recent study. In the United States the rate of childhood obesity has doubled over
- [Study: Healthy diets cost about $1.50 more a day](https://www.nccor.org/research/study-healthy-diets-cost-about-1-50-more-a-day/) - A new study from the Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) demonstrates that the healthiest diets cost about $1.50 more per day than the least healthy diets. The findings, published in the British Medical Journal Open, are based on the most comprehensive examination to date comparing prices of healthy foods and diet patterns versus less healthy ones. “People often
- [Changes in fast food combo meals means fewer calories for kids](https://www.nccor.org/research/changes-in-fast-food-combo-meals-means-fewer-calories-for-kids/) - By Gerard LeBlond Obesity among children is a growing problem, especially with the abundant availability of fast food establishments. Public health officials estimate there is a 17 percent obesity rate among youths. Recently, two researchers at Cornell University, Dr. Brian Wansink and Dr. Andrew Hanks, analyzed data from 30 representative McDonald’s restaurants to find out
- [Obesity may disturb bone growth during teen years](https://www.nccor.org/research/obesity-may-disturb-bone-growth-during-teen-years/) - By Shereen Jegtvig Obese teens might not develop sufficient bone mass relative to their body weight, according to a new study from Brazil. Both body fat and lean body mass have an impact on bone growth, but it's not clear if the bones of the heaviest teens are strong enough for their weight and that
- [Materials from NIH Workshop on the Prevention of Obesity in Infancy and Early Childhood](https://www.nccor.org/events/materials-from-nih-workshop-on-the-prevention-of-obesity-in-infancy-and-early-childhood/) - The National Institutes of Health (NIH) recently held a Workshop on the Prevention of Obesity in Infancy and Early Childhood that brought together scientists with expertise in pediatric obesity, epidemiology, developmental psychology, developmental and behavioral pediatrics, nutrition, physical activity, sleep, temperament, and parenting to determine: What is known regarding risk for excess weight gain in
- [Pay kids to eat fruits and veggies with school lunch](https://www.nccor.org/research/pay-kids-to-eat-fruits-and-veggies-with-school-lunch/) - The good news: Research suggests that a new federal rule has prompted the nation’s schools to serve an extra $5.4 million worth of fruits and vegetables each day. The bad news: The nation’s children throw about $3.8 million of that in the garbage each day. Researchers from Brigham Young University and Cornell University observed three
- [Passing bowls family-style teaches daycare kids to respond to hunger cues, fights obesity](https://www.nccor.org/research/passing-bowls-family-style-teaches-daycare-kids-to-respond-to-hunger-cues-fights-obesity/) - When children and child-care providers sit around a table together at mealtime, passing bowls and serving themselves, children learn to recognize when they are full better than they do when food is pre-plated for them, reports a new University of Illinois study of feeding practices of children ages 2 to 5 years in 118 child
- [New APHA infographic examines how public health has helped curb obesity](https://www.nccor.org/infographics-2/new-apha-infographic-examines-how-public-health-has-curb-obesity/) - The American Public Health Association (APHA) recently released an infographic describing the burden and cost of obesity, how public health helps curb obesity, and the importance of public health funding. Share this infographic widely and use it as an example when talking to decision makers about the importance of public health funding.
- [Color-coded labels, healthier food](https://www.nccor.org/research/color-coded-labels-healthier-food/) - Using color-coded labels to mark healthier foods and then displaying them more prominently appears to have prompted customers to make more healthful long-term dining choices in their large hospital cafeteria, according to a report from Harvard-affiliated Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH). In the American Journal of Preventive Medicine (AJPM), the MGH research team noted that the
- [NCCOR releases new FPED fact sheet and webpage](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/nccor-releases-new-fped-factsheet-and-webpage/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) has recently released an updated webpage and new fact sheet for the Food Patterns Equivalents Database (FPED). FPED is an essential resource for any researcher or nutritionists interested in examining food intakes in a standardized way. The FPED fact sheet and webpage are valuable companion pieces to
- [Are sugary drinks fattening? Depends who you ask](https://www.nccor.org/research/are-sugary-drinks-fattening-depends-who-you-ask/) - By Nicholas Bakalar Are there good scientific studies that show that drinking sugar-sweetened soda increases the risk for obesity? The answer may vary depending on who is paying for the study. Researchers examined 17 large reviews of the subject (one review assessed results for adults and children separately, so there were 18 sets of study
- [Study: Most people don’t know how not how many calories are in soda](https://www.nccor.org/research/study-most-people-dont-know-how-not-how-many-calories-are-in-soda/) - Even though it's widely known that soda can contribute to weight gain, the majority of adults don't actually know how many calories are in a bottle of soda, a new study reveals. The research, published in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and based on data from 3,926 adults, shows that eight
- [Parents may want to limit electronic media at mealtime](https://www.nccor.org/research/parents-may-want-to-limit-electronic-media-at-mealtime/) - Parents who let their teens use electronic devices or watch TV during family meals tend to serve less nutritious food and have poorer family communication, a new study suggests. Experts have suggested turning the TV off at mealtime for years. But with the advent of cell phones and other handheld devices, kids can bring all kinds
- [Study: Physical activity does not help burn abdominal fat in teens](https://www.nccor.org/research/study-physical-activity-does-not-help-burn-abdominal-fat-in-teens/) - By Stephen Adkins It is a known fact that eating junk food causes bulging waistlines in adolescents. But a study by the UPV/EHU University of the Basque Country has found that abdominal fat cannot be reduced even if they engage in more physical activity. Researchers said that the only way to fight obesity is through
- [How being heavy or lean shapes our view of exercise](https://www.nccor.org/research/how-being-heavy-or-lean-shapes-our-view-of-exercise/) - By Gretchen Reynolds Overweight women’s brains respond differently to images of exercise than do the brains of leaner women, a sophisticated new neurological study finds, suggesting that our attitudes toward physical activity may be more influenced by our body size than has previously been understood. For the study, which was published last month in the
- [Playing high school sports associated with better health and fitness in old age](https://www.nccor.org/research/playing-high-school-sports-associated-with-better-health-and-fitness-in-old-age/) - If you played high-school sports, your future self may thank you. A new study shows that playing sports in high school is a predictor of whether a man in his 70s will be fit and healthy. The study, published in the journal BMC Public Health, shows that elderly men needed to visit their doctors fewer
- [For its five-year anniversary, NCCOR debuts interactive annual report](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/for-its-five-year-anniversary-nccor-debuts-interactive-annual-report/) - Five years ago the nation’s leading research funders — the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Institutes of Health, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, and U.S. Department of Agriculture — came together in a common mission to improve the efficiency, effectiveness, and application of childhood obesity research and formed the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity
- [Study: Preschoolers require 11 hours to achieve recommended daily physical activity](https://www.nccor.org/research/study-preschoolers-require-11-hours-to-achieve-recommended-daily-physical-activity/) - Preschool-aged children require the majority of their waking day, approximately 11 hours, to achieve their recommended daily physical activity, a Vanderbilt study published in Obesity found. Children in the study, ages 3-5, achieved this activity through relatively short bursts of energy expenditure as opposed to the longer and more routine periods of exercise typically exhibited by adults.
- [Fast food: A symptom, not the cause of childhood obesity](https://www.nccor.org/research/fast-food-a-symptom-not-the-cause-of-childhood-obesity/) - It's easy to point the finger at fast food joints. A decade after the breakout documentary, “Super Size Me,” the cheap, un-nutritious, happy meal is a go-to candidate for public ire when it comes to childhood obesity. But a new study by researchers at the University of North Carolina says that explanation might be too
- [Gardening counts as moderate- to high-intensity exercise for kids, study finds](https://www.nccor.org/research/gardening-counts-as-moderate-to-high-intensity-exercise-for-kids-study-finds/) - Gardening counts as moderate- to high-intensity exercise for kids, according to a small new study. To gauge the physical intensity of common gardening activities, Korean researchers had 17 children with an average age of 12 in South Korea wear telemetric calorimeters and heart rate monitors as they engaged in 10 gardening-related activities, including watering, digging,
- [New evidence on how weight, diet, and exercise can help reduce cancer risk](https://www.nccor.org/research/new-evidence-on-how-weight-diet-and-exercise-can-help-reduce-cancer-risk/) - By Suzanne Allard Levingston Cutting your risk of cancer is no longer just about shunning tobacco. Be lean. Eat healthfully. Get active. Common-sense lifestyle strategies for lowering the risk of heart disease and diabetes are now being shown to help prevent many types of cancer. Of course, there are few absolutes in cancer prevention. Cancer
- [Heavier dieters using diet drinks should look at food too, study says](https://www.nccor.org/research/heavier-dieters-using-diet-drinks-should-look-at-food-too-study-says/) - By Mary MacVean Overweight and obese adults who use diet drinks to help them lose weight need to take another look at the food they eat, according to researchers who reported Jan. 16 that those people ate more food calories than overweight people who drank sugar-sweetened beverages. The scientists writing in the American Journal of Public Health
- [New infographic explores how changing communities gets people moving](https://www.nccor.org/infographics-2/new-infographic-explores-how-changing-communities-gets-people-moving/) - Communities across the nation are doing more to ensure that streets, sidewalks, schools, and parks support walking, biking, and playing. A new infographic from Active Living Research (ALR) highlights several studies that evaluated changes in physical activity after the implementation of built environment and programmatic modifications in different cities. For example, children are more likely
- [Higher blood pressure at 18 means hardening arteries at 40](https://www.nccor.org/research/higher-blood-pressure-at-18-means-hardening-arteries-at-40/) - By Maanvi Singh Young people in their teens and early 20s probably aren't thinking about heart disease. But maybe it's time they did. People who have slightly higher blood pressure when they're ages 18 to 25 are more likely to have high blood pressure and hardening of the arteries in their 40s, a study says.
- [Obesity rate for young children plummets 43 percent in a decade](https://www.nccor.org/research/obesity-rate-for-young-children-plummets-43-percent-in-a-decade/) - By Sabrina Tavernise Federal health authorities on Feb. 25 reported a 43 percent drop in the obesity rate among 2- to 5-year-old children over the past decade, the first broad decline in an epidemic that often leads to lifelong struggles with weight and higher risks for cancer, heart disease, and stroke. The drop emerged from
- [Rich or poor, schools fall short on providing physical activity](https://www.nccor.org/research/rich-or-poor-schools-fall-short-on-providing-physical-activity/) - By Milly Dawson Schools in wealthier areas are more likely to have a physical education (PE) teacher on staff than are schools in poorer areas, but students in both wealthy and less affluent areas are coming up short with regard to physical activity, finds a new study in the American Journal of Health Promotion. "Children
- [School health program helps kids get active](https://www.nccor.org/research/school-health-program-helps-kids-get-active/) - By Genevra Pittman Investing in a broad school health program could lead to in-school and at-home benefits for students, a new Canadian study hints. Children increased their daily physical activity on both school days and weekends in the years after schools hired a full-time health facilitator and set healthy living goals, researchers found. "It shows
- [Siting markets in 'food deserts' no quick cure for obesity, study says](https://www.nccor.org/research/siting-markets-in-food-deserts-no-quick-cure-for-obesity-study-says/) - By Melissa Healy The logic seems simple enough: The consumption of healthy foods is low and obesity is high in neighborhoods where supermarkets are notably absent; so, opening supermarkets in those neighborhoods should boost consumption of healthier foods and drive down obesity. Right? Not so fast, says the first American study gauging the success of a popular initiative aimed
- [Study finds deregulation fueling obesity epidemic](https://www.nccor.org/research/study-finds-deregulation-fueling-obesity-epidemic/) - Governments could slow or even reverse the growing obesity epidemic if they introduced more regulation into the global market for fast foods such as burgers, chips, and fizzy drinks, researchers said on Feb 3. A study published in the Bulletin of the World Health Organization (WHO) suggested that if governments took firmer action, they could
- [Study: U.S. teens eat too much salt, hiking obesity risk](https://www.nccor.org/research/study-u-s-teens-eat-too-much-salt-hiking-obesity-risk/) - By Alan Mozes American teens are taking in as much dietary salt as adults, far exceeding guidelines on healthy limits for daily consumption, new research warns. The investigation tracked the week-long eating habits of more than 760 black and white high school kids. It found that, on average, teens now ingest a whopping 3,280 milligrams
- [Researchers identify primary factors responsible for preschool obesity](https://www.nccor.org/research/researchers-identify-primary-factors-responsible-for-preschool-obesity/) - A lack of adequate sleep, having parents with high body mass index (BMI), and having their eating habits restricted for weight control purposes are the three most significant risk factors when it comes to childhood obesity for preschoolers, according to researchers from the University of Illinois. “We looked at 22 variables that had previously been
- [Americans consume too much added sugars, study says, and it's killing us](https://www.nccor.org/research/americans-consume-too-much-added-sugars-study-says-and-its-killing-us/) - By Karen Kaplan Americans consume too much sugar, and our collective sweet tooth is killing us. So says a study published Feb. 3 by the journal JAMA Internal Medicine. It finds that 71.4 percent of U.S. adults get more than the recommended 10 percent of their daily calories from added sugars in foods and drinks
- [NIH presentation about community-academic partnerships to address obesity among middle school students](https://www.nccor.org/events/nih-presentation-about-community-academic-partnerships-to-address-obesity-among-middle-school-students/) - On Thursday, March 20, Dr. Laura Bogart will be discussing the development and results of Students for Nutrition and eXercise (SNaX), a five-week middle school-based obesity prevention intervention that combines school-wide food environmental changes, multimedia, encouragement to eat healthy school cafeteria foods, and peer-led education. She will describe the formation and maintenance of the partnership
- [Diabetes rates rise with food prices, as healthy options get too expensive](https://www.nccor.org/research/diabetes-rates-rise-with-food-prices-as-healthy-options-get-too-expensive/) - By Matthew Mientka A new study suggests blood sugar levels among people with diabetes may rise with food prices, as consumers are priced out of the healthy foods market. Researchers from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) measured blood sugar levels in 2,400 adults with type 2 diabetes, which they compared to average grocery store
- [Access to healthy food improves health, brings economic benefits](https://www.nccor.org/news/access-to-healthy-food-improves-health-brings-economic-benefits/) - Access to healthy food can bring triple bottom-line benefits to communities — better health, new jobs, and a revitalized economy. But nearly 30 million Americans still live in low-income areas with limited access to supermarkets. The problem is particularly acute in low-income communities of color. The good news is Congress took steps to expand access
- [USDA awards grants to develop obesity prevention programs](https://www.nccor.org/news/usda-awards-grants-to-develop-obesity-prevention-programs/) - Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced today that U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) will make three grants totaling $5 million to universities to develop childhood obesity prevention programs. Vilsack made the announcement during the keynote address before the 2014 National PTA Legislative Conference in Arlington, VA. "USDA is at
- [SGA to host webinar on new report about sprawl and its impact on development in the United States](https://www.nccor.org/webinars/sga-to-host-webinar-on-new-report-about-sprawl-and-its-impact-on-development-in-the-united-states/) - In 2001, Smart Growth America (SGA) released the landmark study Measuring Sprawl and its Impact. Next week, SGA is releasing the next edition of this flagship report with new information about the state of development in the United States. To mark the launch of this new report, Measuring Sprawl 2014, SGA and the Metropolitan Research
- [United States proposes major update to food labels in bid to combat obesity](https://www.nccor.org/news/united-states-proposes-major-update-to-food-labels-in-bid-to-combat-obesity/) - By Tom Clarke Packaged foods sold in the United States would display calorie counts more prominently and include the amount of added sugar under a proposal to significantly update nutritional labels for the first time in 20 years as health officials seek to reduce obesity and combat related diseases such as diabetes. The Food and
- [Study highlights long-term health effects of childhood obesity later in life](https://www.nccor.org/research/study-highlights-long-term-health-effects-of-childhood-obesity-later-in-life/) - Childhood obesity rates have nearly tripled in the previous 30 years and researchers are asking the important question of how this epidemic will impact the future health of these obese children and public health in general. A University of Colorado Cancer Center article recently published in the journal Gerontology shows that even in cases in
- [United States expands healthy food assistance to women, infants, and children](https://www.nccor.org/news/united-states-expands-healthy-food-assistance-to-women-infants-and-children/) - Some 9 million poor women and young children who receive federal food assistance under the U.S. government's [Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)] program will have greater access to fruits, vegetables, and whole grains under an overhaul of the program, which was unveiled on Feb. 28. The U.S. Department of Agriculture
- [SEC Symposium focuses on obesity prevention](https://www.nccor.org/events/sec-symposium-focuses-on-obesity-prevention/) - According to recently released data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there has been a decline in childhood obesity rates across some communities in the United States. However, much work remains to reduce the estimated two-thirds of adults and 33 percent of kids and teens who are overweight or obese. The 2014 Southeastern
- [California lawmaker proposes warning labels for sugary drinks](https://www.nccor.org/news/california-lawmaker-proposes-warning-labels-for-sugary-drinks/) - By Sharon Bernstein All sodas and other sugar-sweetened drinks sold in California would be required to carry warning labels for obesity, diabetes, and tooth decay under a bill introduced in Sacramento on Feb. 13, backed by several public health advocacy groups. If passed, caloric drinks would join tobacco and alcohol products in carrying health warning
- [Study: Obesity's link to type 2 diabetes not so clear-cut](https://www.nccor.org/research/study-obesitys-link-to-type-2-diabetes-not-so-clear-cut/) - Although it's a common belief that a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes often follows a large weight gain, a new study challenges that notion. Researchers found that the majority of people diagnosed with type 2 diabetes didn't get the disease until they'd been overweight or obese for a number of years. What's more, participants who
- [Preemie birth linked to higher insulin levels in kids](https://www.nccor.org/research/preemie-birth-linked-to-higher-insulin-levels-in-kids/) - By Randy Dotinga Based on tests of newborns and young children, a new study suggests that premature babies could face a higher risk of diabetes much later in life. The findings don't confirm a connection between premature birth and diabetes, although other studies have hinted at a possible connection and increased risk. But they do
- [Toddlers who sleep less may eat more](https://www.nccor.org/research/toddlers-who-sleep-less-may-eat-more/) - Toddlers who get too little sleep tend to eat more and are at increased risk for obesity, a new study indicates. The study included children in over 1,300 British families who had their sleep measured when they were 16 months old and their diet checked when they were 21 months old. Those who slept less
- [NCCOR’s D. Berrigan an HHSinnovates semi-finalist: Voting is open!](https://www.nccor.org/awards/nccors-d-berrigan-an-hhsinnovates-semi-finalist-voting-is-open/) - We are pleased to share that Dr. Tatalovich and National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) member Dr. David Berrigan's HHSinnovates nomination – “Updated Urban Sprawl Data for the United States: Better data describing changes in urban form over time will strengthen evidence for the role of the built environment in access to health services and as an
- [Low-income families don’t limit shopping to ‘food deserts’](https://www.nccor.org/research/low-income-families-dont-limit-shopping-to-food-deserts/) - By Cynthia Boyd Social-welfare experts have long assumed poor people, hampered by transportation difficulties, grocery-shop close to home at small corner groceries or convenience stores — “food deserts” that mostly offer high-sugar, highly processed, less-nutritious foods. Inner city neighborhoods, particularly, have worried public-health officials who want to expand the availability of nutritious foods for low-income
- [Study: Fried food can cause some more weight gain, depending on genes](https://www.nccor.org/research/study-fried-food-can-cause-some-more-weight-gain-depending-on-genes/) - By Kim Painter A diet full of fried foods isn't good for anyone, but it may result in more weight gain for people at a high genetic risk of obesity, a new study suggests. The study, published in the journal BMJ, is the latest evidence that life isn't fair when it comes to navigating a
- [NCCOR Member Meeting panel offers insights](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/nccor-member-meeting-panel-offers-insights/) - The most recent National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) Member Meeting, held on April 3, featured a lunchtime panel to discuss possible factors contributing to recently reported childhood obesity declines and related topics. The event sparked an engaging discussion among members as the panel offered thoughts on what areas the Collaborative might focus on
- [Schools increasingly check students for obesity](https://www.nccor.org/news/schools-increasingly-check-students-for-obesity/) - The Chula Vista school district not only measures the academic progress of Marina Beltran’s second-grader, it also measures her son’s body fat. Every two years, Antonio Beltran, like his classmates, steps on a scale. Trained district personnel also measure his height and then use the two figures to calculate his body mass index (BMI), an
- [School gardens grow kids' physical activity levels](https://www.nccor.org/research/school-gardens-grow-kids-physical-activity-levels/) - By Ted Boscia To get school children moving, uproot them from classrooms into school gardens, concludes a two-year Cornell study of 12 elementary schools in five New York regions. By experiment’s end, kids at schools with gardens were moderately physically active at school for 10 more minutes a week than before their schools had gardens.
- [Rutgers study finds link between teen girls, depression, and obesity](https://www.nccor.org/research/rutgers-study-finds-link-between-teen-girls-depression-and-obesity/) - By Susan K. Livio Adolescent girls diagnosed with major depression are likely to gain an unhealthy amount of weight as they mature, according to a study co-written by a Rutgers-Camden professor and released March 20. Conversely, obese teenager girls are prone to develop depression as they reach adulthood, according to the study, which was published
- [IOM to host webinar about increasing physical activity and physical education in schools](https://www.nccor.org/events/iom-to-host-webinar-about-increasing-physical-activity-and-physical-education-in-schools/) - Almost one year ago, the Institute of Medicine (IOM) released the report Educating the Student Body: Taking Physical Activity and Physical Education to School, which offered recommendations, strategies, and action steps that have potential to increase children's opportunities to engage in physical activity at school, including before, during, and after school. However, many barriers exist
- [Accessing the Catalogue of Surveillance Systems and Measures Registry is even easier](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/accessing-the-catalogue-of-surveillance-systems-and-measures-registry-is-even-easier/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) website has a new look! The website features a redesigned homepage and new navigation tabs which make it even easier to locate NCCOR projects, resources, and tools including the Catalogue of Surveillance Systems and Measures Registry. The Catalogue and Measures Registry project pages have been updated to
- [Obesity linked to lower grades among teen girls](https://www.nccor.org/research/obesity-linked-to-lower-grades-among-teen-girls/) - By Linda Poon Childhood obesity has made it to the forefront of public health issues, both in the United Kingdom and in the United States. Now researchers at the Universities of Dundee, Strathclyde, Georgia, and Bristol say that not only does obesity affect a child's overall health, but it may also lead to poorer school
- [New school meal standards significantly increase fruit, vegetable consumption](https://www.nccor.org/research/new-school-meal-standards-significantly-increase-fruit-vegetable-consumption/) - New federal standards launched in 2012 that require schools to offer healthier meals have led to increased fruit and vegetable consumption, according to a new study from Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) researchers. The study, the first to examine school food consumption both before and after the standards went into effect, contradicts criticisms that
- [Overweight teens don't share in life-expectancy gains](https://www.nccor.org/research/overweight-teens-dont-share-in-life-expectancy-gains/) - By Robert Preidt Gains in life expectancy don't extend to adults who were overweight or obese as teens, according to a new study. The average lifespan in the United States has increased by more than a decade since 1950, to nearly 79 years for someone born in 2011, the researchers said. But rising obesity rates
- [Motivating kids to be more physically active](https://www.nccor.org/research/motivating-kids-to-be-more-physically-active/) - Parents can help motivate kids to be more physically active, but the influence may not result in an improvement in their children's body mass index (BMI), finds a new evidence review in the American Journal of Health Promotion. "It was disappointing to find the overall impact of interventions on physical activity was so minimal. It
- [Mothers' monitoring of media tied to kids' weight](https://www.nccor.org/research/mothers-monitoring-of-media-tied-to-kids-weight/) - By Andrew M. Seaman Children whose mothers pay close attention to how much time they spend watching TV and playing video games tend to weigh less, according to a new study. Researchers found that mothers who were more active in their media supervision had children who were thinner at age 7 and who gained less
- [NCCOR explores recent childhood obesity declines research in new webinar](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/nccor-explores-recent-childhood-obesity-declines-research-in-new-webinar/) - Recent data has shown that childhood obesity rates are falling in many communities across the nation. In the latest installment of its Connect & Explore Webinar Series, the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) is examining the implications of this research, discussing lessons learned from public health leaders in communities experiencing these declines, and
- [2013 most obese, least obese states revealed](https://www.nccor.org/research/2013-most-obese-least-obese-states-revealed/) - By Rachael Rettner Montana claimed the title of least obese state in 2013, bumping Colorado out of the top spot for the first time in three years, while Mississippi ranked as the most obese state, pushing West Virginia out of this spot, according to the latest Gallup-Healthways poll. In 2013, Mississippi had an obesity rate
- [Lower IQ, worse heart fitness in teens linked to risk of early dementia in men](https://www.nccor.org/research/lower-iq-worse-heart-fitness-in-teens-linked-to-risk-of-early-dementia-in-men/) - Having a lower IQ or poorer fitness at age 18 might increase a man's risk of developing dementia before age 60, a new study suggests. The analysis of data from 1.1 million Swedish men suggested that the risk of early onset dementia was 2.5 times higher in those with poorer heart fitness, four times higher
- [Keep low-calorie foods close to choose them more often](https://www.nccor.org/research/keep-low-calorie-foods-close-to-choose-them-more-often/) - By Shereen Jegtvig In a new study suggesting laziness could be tapped as a tool for healthier eating, people reached for low-calorie apple slices more often than buttery popcorn when the apples were within easier reach. "There are the little things that we can do to just make our diets healthier, and one of them
- [AJPH highlights systems science applications in obesity research](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/ajph-highlights-systems-science-applications-in-obesity-research/) - Obesity is arguably the most pressing public health problem of our time. Over 3 billion children and adults worldwide are expected to be counted among the overweight and obese population in less than two decades. Substantial efforts by the public health community have focused on addressing the problem, but in order to implement effective solutions,
- [Inadequate sleep predicts risk of heart disease, diabetes in obese adolescents](https://www.nccor.org/research/inadequate-sleep-predicts-risk-of-heart-disease-diabetes-in-obese-adolescents/) - Obese adolescents not getting enough sleep? A study in [the March 6 edition] the Journal of Pediatrics, shows they could be increasing their risk for developing diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. Lack of sleep and obesity have been associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular and metabolic diseases in adults and young children. However, the
- [Motivating kids to be more physically active](https://www.nccor.org/research/motivating-kids-to-be-more-physically-active-2/) - Parents can help motivate kids to be more physically active, but the influence may not result in an improvement in their children's body mass index (BMI), finds a new evidence review in the American Journal of Health Promotion. "It was disappointing to find the overall impact of interventions on physical activity was so minimal. It
- [Gaining excess or too little weight during pregnancy tied to child obesity risk](https://www.nccor.org/research/gaining-excess-or-too-little-weight-during-pregnancy-tied-to-child-obesity-risk/) - According to researchers at Kaiser Permanente, gaining either excess weight or too little weight during pregnancy appears to elevate the risk of having an obese or overweight child. This study examined recommendations of the Institute of Medicine regarding pregnancy weight gain in relation to childhood obesity. "Gaining either too little or too much weight in
- [Apples vs. oranges: Google tool offers ultimate nutrition smackdown](https://www.nccor.org/news/apples-vs-oranges-google-tool-offers-ultimate-nutrition-smackdown/) - By Eliza Barclay Leave it to the folks at Reddit to uncover the hidden treasures of the Internet. Recently, they were gabbing about Google's nutrition comparison tool, which was quietly launched at the end of 2013 and escaped us here at The Salt. Using this clever little tool is as simple as searching for two
- [Americans don't want soda tax, size restrictions](https://www.nccor.org/research/americans-dont-want-soda-tax-size-restrictions/) - By Stacey Shackford Those hoping to dilute Americans' taste for soda, energy drinks, sweetened tea, and other sugary beverages should take their quest to school lunchrooms rather than legislative chambers, according to a recent study by media and health policy experts. Soda taxes and beverage portion size restrictions were unpalatable to the 1,319 U.S. adults
- [A third of school-age kids may have risky cholesterol levels](https://www.nccor.org/research/a-third-of-school-age-kids-may-have-risky-cholesterol-levels/) - By Linda Poon Of all the things parents worry about when it comes to their children's health, high cholesterol probably isn't very high on the list. But roughly one in three primary school kids may already have borderline-high or high cholesterol, according to a large study to be presented this week at a meeting of
- [Family TV saturated with junk food ads](https://www.nccor.org/research/family-tv-saturated-with-junk-food-ads/) - Researchers from the University of Liverpool have found that young people are exposed to advertisements that promote unhealthy food during primetime TV, which are normally banned from children's programming. An analysis of more than 750 ads found that almost one in four TV ads shown between 8-9 p.m. were for food, and it was possible
- [Free drinking water available to most U.S. kids at school lunch](https://www.nccor.org/research/free-drinking-water-available-to-most-u-s-kids-at-school-lunch/) - Most schools meet a new U.S. government requirement to provide free drinking water for students during lunchtime, a new study finds. The U.S. Department of Agriculture's rule for schools in the National School Lunch Program took effect at the start of the 2011-2012 school year. Most schools fulfill the requirement by having water fountains in
- [Chocolate milk ban in the school lunch rooms may not be effective](https://www.nccor.org/research/chocolate-milk-ban-in-the-school-lunch-rooms-may-not-be-effective/) - Citing insufficient nutritional value, some schools have banned chocolate milk from their lunch programs and offered skim milk instead. However, that move may be counterproductive as a new study published in PLOS ONE has found that kids who no longer have the choice on chocolate milk take 10 percent less milk and waste 29 percent
- [Less sleep linked with obesity in low-income kids](https://www.nccor.org/research/less-sleep-linked-with-obesity-in-low-income-kids/) - Kids from low-income homes who get less sleep at night may have a higher risk of obesity, a small new study suggests. Researchers from the Rush University Prevention Center examined several potential obesity risk factors — including food intake and screen time — in addition to sleep, and found that sleep duration was the only
- [The one good thing about teens and sports drinks](https://www.nccor.org/research/the-one-good-thing-about-teens-and-sports-drinks/) - By Alice Park Researchers confirm a strong connection between sports and energy drinks and smoking, video game playing, and sugary soda consumption. But the beverages were also linked to more physical activity among teens. Considering what we know about kids and sports drinks — briefly, that according to leading health groups like the American Academy
- [RWJF infographic explains positive impact of healthier school meals](https://www.nccor.org/infographics-2/rwjf-infographic-explains-positive-impact-of-healthier-school-meals/) - A new infographic from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) draws on the best of RWJF-funded research to show how 30+ million kids in the United States have healthier school meal options than children had 10 years ago. Released June 9, "Healthier School Meals Matter" highlights the positive impact of healthy school meals on kids’
- [Research concludes sugar-sweetened beverages contribute to the U.S. obesity epidemic, particularly among children](https://www.nccor.org/research/research-concludes-sugar-sweetened-beverages-contribute-to-the-u-s-obesity-epidemic-particularly-among-children/) - In response to the ongoing policy discussions on the role of sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) on weight and health, The Obesity Society (TOS) concludes that sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) contribute to the United States' obesity epidemic, particularly among children. Based on an in-depth analysis of the current research, TOS's position statement unveiled April 23 provides several recommendations
- [Analysts blame cheap food for obesity across all groups](https://www.nccor.org/research/analysts-blame-cheap-food-for-obesity-across-all-groups/) - Our food is cheap — perhaps too cheap, if you look at the intersection of economics and obesity. Researchers have found that obesity hits all groups of Americans — those with more money and education and those with less. That, and some other findings, challenge the common views about what’s fueling obesity in this country.
- [How grocery store coupons can encourage healthful eating](https://www.nccor.org/research/how-grocery-store-coupons-can-encourage-healthful-eating/) - By Lenny Bernstein Grocery coupons aren’t associated with nutritious food. Big chains use them to lure you into the store, offering discounts mostly on processed food and snacks. When researchers looked at 1,056 coupons available online for supermarkets nationwide, they found that the largest share (25 percent) were for “processed snack foods, candies, and desserts.”
- [Study: Children who are physically fit have enhanced language skills](https://www.nccor.org/research/study-children-who-are-physically-fit-have-enhanced-language-skills/) - Physically fit children are not only healthier, they have faster and more robust neuro-electrical brain responses while reading, according to a new study by researchers from the University of Illinois. The findings were published in the journal Brain and Cognition. Although the research does not prove that higher fitness directly affects the changes in the
- [Study: Children who exercise have better body-fat distribution, regardless of weight](https://www.nccor.org/research/study-children-who-exercise-have-better-body-fat-distribution-regardless-of-weight/) - Maybe the numbers on the scale are not alarming, but that doesn't mean that healthy-weight children get a pass on exercising, according to a new University of Illinois (U of I) study published in Pediatrics. "The FITKids study demonstrates the extent to which physical activity can improve body composition, and that's important because it matters
- [SNAP-Ed toolkit adds 30 new resources](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/snap-ed-toolkit-adds-30-new-resources/) - In 2013, the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) helped the U.S. Department of Agriculture compile the first edition the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program-Education (SNAP-Ed) toolkit. The toolkit includes comprehensive, evidence-based, obesity prevention resources and interventions, as well as nutrition and physical activity strategies that can be readily adopted by SNAP-Ed agencies and states.
- [Some child obesity fueled by stress response](https://www.nccor.org/research/some-child-obesity-fueled-by-stress-response/) - Children who struggle with stress by heading for the cookie jar are more likely to gain body fat, a finding that shows why it’s important to handle stress in more positive ways, European researchers say. On May 24 at the European Congress on Obesity held in Sofia, Bulgaria, researchers presented a study on the link
- [Certain kids with diabetes are most at risk for excess weight](https://www.nccor.org/research/certain-kids-with-diabetes-are-most-at-risk-for-excess-weight/) - By Allison Bond Children and teens with type 1 diabetes are already at increased risk for becoming overweight or obese, but certain traits make the odds even higher, according to a new study. Because obesity can compound some of the health problems that go along with diabetes, it’s important to help kids avoid weight gain,
- [New resources from Bridging the Gap and CDC highlight local school wellness policies](https://www.nccor.org/publications/new-resources-from-bridging-the-gap-and-cdc-highlight-local-school-wellness-policies/) - The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation’s Bridging the Gap program, in collaboration with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), recently released a new set of resources highlighting opportunities to support wellness policies through evidence-based strategies. These briefs provide an assessment of policies across school districts nationwide, related to seven wellness policy components. They also
- [Supermarket access is key ingredient in obesity programs](https://www.nccor.org/research/supermarket-access-is-key-ingredient-in-obesity-programs/) - Living close to a supermarket appears to be a key factor in the success of interventions to help obese children eat better and improve their weight, according to a study presented May 3 at the Pediatric Academic Societies (PAS) annual meeting in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Urban neighborhoods and rural towns without access to fresh,
- [The childhood obesity window is closing: Genetic influence of height and weight grows as we get older](https://www.nccor.org/research/the-childhood-obesity-window-is-closing-genetic-influence-of-height-and-weight-grows-as-we-get-older/) - By Matthew Mientka A new study on twins shows the importance of early intervention as America’s childhood obesity rate continues to rise after doubling during the past 30 years, with more than one-third of children overweight and obese. By comparing data collected on more than 2,500 pairs of twins with genomic analysis, researchers from King’s
- [Young male smokers may raise obesity risk in their future sons](https://www.nccor.org/research/young-male-smokers-may-raise-obesity-risk-in-their-future-sons/) - By Kate Keland Men who start smoking before the age of 11 risk having sons who are overweight, British researchers have found, adding to evidence that lifestyle factors even in childhood can affect the health of future offspring. The scientists said the findings, part of ongoing work in a larger "Children of the ’90s" study,
- [2.1 billion people worldwide are overweight or obese](https://www.nccor.org/research/2-1-billion-people-worldwide-are-overweight-or-obese/) - By Karen Kaplan The world isn’t getting smaller, it’s getting bigger, according to a comprehensive report published May 29 in The Lancet. Whether you’re looking at men or women, children or adults, citizens of rich countries or poor ones, people were much more likely to be overweight or obese in 2013 than they were in
- [You eat twice as much sugar as you should](https://www.nccor.org/research/you-eat-twice-as-much-sugar-as-you-should/) - By Abby Abrams Bad news for your sweet tooth: People’s average consumption of sugar should be cut in half, a British government advisory group has recommended. A draft report by the Scientific Advisory Committee on Nutrition said that in order to curb obesity, people should reduce their sugar intake so that it only accounts for
- [TEDMED hosting special live discussion about childhood obesity](https://www.nccor.org/events/tedmed-hosting-special-live-discussion-about-childhood-obesity/) - On July 22, TEDMED is hosting an online discussion about the progress and challenges of our nation's ongoing struggle with childhood obesity. The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, the American Heart Association, Academy Health, the University of California-San Francisco, and the City of Philadelphia will be part of the discussion. Presenters include: Richard Besser (Moderator), Chief
- [Smoking, extra weight in pregnancy tied to obesity throughout childhood](https://www.nccor.org/research/smoking-extra-weight-in-pregnancy-tied-to-obesity-throughout-childhood/) - By Shereen Lehman Women who smoke during pregnancy and are overweight early in pregnancy are more likely to have children who become obese as toddlers and stay obese through their teenage years, according to a new study. Obesity rates have more than doubled among U.S. children and quadrupled among U.S. adolescents in the past three
- [School vending machines ditch Oreos, Fritos for 'smart snacks'](https://www.nccor.org/news/school-vending-machines-ditch-oreos-fritos-for-smart-snacks/) - By Jessica Wohl The school vending machine is no longer an easy place to satisfy a snack craving. Under new national nutritional guidelines that kick in July 1, schools that are part of the National School Lunch Program can no longer sell treats such as Oreos and Fritos. The "Smart Snacks in School" program from
- [New USDA report explores healthy food incentives for SNAP users](https://www.nccor.org/publications/new-usda-report-explores-healthy-food-incentives-for-snap-users/) - A new U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) report, "Approaches for Promoting Healthy Food Purchases by SNAP Participants," examines healthy eating incentives for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) users. Allison Karpyn, Ph.D., Associate Director of the Center for Research and Education and Social Policy at the University of Delaware co-authored the report and was interviewed on
- [Severe obesity in teens tied to possible kidney problems](https://www.nccor.org/research/severe-obesity-in-teens-tied-to-possible-kidney-problems/) - By Robert Preidt Nearly one-fifth of severely obese teens have poor kidney function, a small new study suggests. The study included 242 severely obese teens taking part in research on weight-loss surgery. Seventeen percent of the teens had protein in their urine, which is an early sign of kidney damage. In addition, 7 percent had
- [Once-hailed salad bars gone from city’s schools](https://www.nccor.org/news/once-hailed-salad-bars-gone-from-citys-schools/) - By James Vaznis They stopped selling junk food at lunch and they persuaded a health-conscious food organization to donate a salad bar for their cafeteria so students could eat fresh romaine, cherry tomatoes, and bean salads instead of ice cream and potato chips. By all accounts the fight against childhood obesity and diabetes appeared to
- [To encourage kids to eat more vegetables, don’t focus on the health benefits](https://www.nccor.org/research/to-encourage-kids-to-eat-more-vegetables-dont-focus-on-the-health-benefits/) - By Kathleen Lees A healthy diet remains an essential part of a child's development. However, many children might not be so eager to pick up a piece of broccoli. Of course, they'd much rather have some candy or cake. But is it all just about the taste? A recent study published in the Journal of
- [NCCOR presents on webinar for Children's Hospital Association](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/nccor-presents-on-webinar-for-childrens-hospital-association/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) was invited to speak on a July 31 childhood obesity-focused webinar, one in a series produced by the Children's Hospital Association. "Resources for Researchers – An Overview of NCCOR" began with a welcome and remarks from Ms. Karen Seaver Hill, the Association's director for child health advocacy. The Association advances
- [Child obesity levels hold steady in West Virginia](https://www.nccor.org/news/child-obesity-levels-hold-steady-in-west-virginia/) - One of the early signals that West Virginia was developing a child obesity problem came from the work of Huntington, W. Va., native Dr. William A. Neal. For the past 16 years, Neal has been checking the weight and health of elementary school students in the state through the West Virginia University School of Medicine's
- [The cheap, colorful way cities are trying to fight childhood obesity](https://www.nccor.org/research/the-cheap-colorful-way-cities-are-trying-to-fight-childhood-obesity/) - By Aarian Marshall The United States has a well-known childhood obesity problem. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than one third of the nation's children and adolescents were overweight or obese in 2012. The percentage of obese children ages 6 to 11 more than doubled over the past three decades,
- [Chat with NCCOR about childhood obesity on Sept. 9](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/chat-with-nccor-about-childhood-obesity-on-sept-9/) - Today, nearly one out of three kids in America are overweight or obese. The numbers are even higher in the African American and Hispanic communities. Overweight and obese kids are at risk for a host of chronic obesity-related health problems like heart disease, high blood pressure, cancer, and asthma. In observance of Childhood Obesity Awareness
- [Study finds elementary students like new healthier lunches](https://www.nccor.org/research/study-finds-elementary-students-like-new-healthier-lunches/) - By Caroline Porter and Stephanie Armour A new study reveals that the healthier school lunches despised in 2012 are now found to be agreeable among students and staffers. When the federal government implemented new school meal regulations in 2012, a majority of elementary school students complained about the healthier lunches, but by the end of
- [New IOM workshop will discuss how cross-sector solutions can help solve the obesity crisis](https://www.nccor.org/events/new-iom-workshop-will-discuss-how-cross-sector-solutions-can-help-solve-the-obesity-crisis/) - Please join the Institute of Medicine's Roundtable (IOM) on Obesity Solutions on Sept. 30, 2014, for a public workshop titled Cross-Sector Work on Obesity Prevention, Treatment, and Weight Maintenance: Models for Change. Register to attend the workshop at the National Academy of Sciences Building in Washington, DC, or via live webcast at 9 a.m., ET.
- [Safe routes to school examined: How structural changes around schools affect children’s mobility and safety](https://www.nccor.org/research/safe-routes-to-school-examined-how-structural-changes-around-schools-affect-childrens-mobility-and-safety/) - The problem. In 1969, more than 40 percent of U.S. schoolchildren ages 5 to 18 walked or bicycled to school. By 2009, this number had declined to 12.7 percent. A 2008 report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) investigating why more children do not walk to school found traffic safety to be
- [Registration now open for the 7th Annual Conference on the Science of Dissemination and Implementation](https://www.nccor.org/events/registration-now-open-for-the-7th-annual-conference-on-the-science-of-dissemination-and-implementation/) - The transformation of health care and public health toward a system that optimizes individual and population health is well under way, with significant expenditures at risk. As policy makers, employers, providers, and patients respond to new demands to show that health care delivery and public health systems can reliably deliver evidence-based and patient-centered services, many
- [Sibling composition impacts childhood obesity risk](https://www.nccor.org/research/sibling-composition-impacts-childhood-obesity-risk/) - It is well-documented that children with obese parents are at greater risk for obesity. In a new study, researchers from Massachusetts General Hospital, Cornell University, and Duke University looked at how different kinds of family associations affect obesity, specifically how sibling relationships affect a child's weight. They not only found a correlation between parents and
- [Farmers market vouchers may help low-income families eat healthier](https://www.nccor.org/research/farmers-market-vouchers-may-help-low-income-families-eat-healthier/) - Giving low-income families vouchers to buy fruits and vegetables at farmers markets could increase their consumption of these healthy foods, according to a new study. Low-income families tend to eat fewer fruits and vegetables. In addition to not having adequate access to healthy foods, cost is also an issue. Farmers market vouchers could help address
- [Study examines effects of ‘neighborhood poverty’ on obesity](https://www.nccor.org/research/study-examines-effects-of-neighborhood-poverty-on-obesity/) - By Karene Booker By age 2, poor children have gained more weight than their wealthier counterparts. But after age 2, neighborhood poverty, not family poverty, puts the pounds on, finds a new study, published in the Journal of Applied Developmental Psychology. About one-third of America's children are overweight or obese, but rates are highest among
- [Don't forget: Register for Sept. 10 webinar on U.S. Report Card on Physical Activity](https://www.nccor.org/webinars/dont-forget-register-for-sept-10-webinar-on-u-s-report-card-on-physical-activity/) - At a congressional briefing in April, the National Physical Activity Plan (NPAP), in collaboration with the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), released the groundbreaking 2014 United States Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth. NPAP focuses on tactics and strategies for addressing physical activity. The report card is the first in a
- [Access to places for safe physical activity on the rise](https://www.nccor.org/research/access-to-places-for-safe-physical-activity-on-the-rise/) - By Ana B. Ibarra Physical activity among adults and teens is on the rise, according to a report released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The State Indicator Report on Physical Activity 2014 revealed that 54.5 percent of youths in the country have access to parks or playground areas, recreation centers, community
- [One in four U.S. kids underestimate their weight](https://www.nccor.org/research/one-in-four-u-s-kids-underestimate-their-weight/) - Many obese and overweight kids don't see themselves that way, which makes achieving a healthy weight almost impossible, researchers report. In a new study, 27 percent of children and teens underestimated their weight. Fewer than 3 percent overestimated it. About 25 percent of parents underestimated their child's weight and just 1 percent overestimated it, according
- [Train your brain to crave healthy food](https://www.nccor.org/research/train-your-brain-to-crave-healthy-food/) - By Jacque Wilson It may be possible to rewire your brain so that it wants — craves, even — healthier foods. How? By following a healthy diet. We know, that wasn't the quick fix to afternoon ice cream binges you were hoping for. But this research could lead to a more sci-fi solution to the obesity
- [Walking, biking, and taking public transit tied to lower weight](https://www.nccor.org/research/walking-biking-and-taking-public-transit-tied-to-lower-weight/) - By Andrew Seaman People who walk, bike, or take public transportation to work tend to be thinner than those who ride in their own cars, according to a new study from the United Kingdom. The new findings — including that taking public transportation was just as beneficial as the other “active commuting” modes — point
- [Rates of abdominal obesity leveling off among kids](https://www.nccor.org/research/rates-of-abdominal-obesity-leveling-off-among-kids/) - By Kathryn Doyle After rising steadily for more than 10 years, the proportion of U.S. kids defined as obese due to a large waist circumference held steady [from] 2003–2012, according to a new analysis of national data. The new results echo recent studies that found the increase in U.S. obesity rates has slowed over the
- [Insights into Landmark Calorie Declines in the U.S. Food Marketplace](https://www.nccor.org/webinars/insights-into-landmark-calorie-declines-in-the-u-s-food-marketplace/) - NCCOR’s Connect & Explore Webinar provides an in-depth look at the findings and groundbreaking methods from the Healthy Weight Commitment Foundation evaluation In an unprecedented review of the U.S. food system, researchers have, for the first time, used big data to track the number of foods and beverages consumed and purchased by Americans. The assessment,
- [Help CDC spread the word about obesity during September’s National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month](https://www.nccor.org/events/help-cdc-spread-the-word-about-obesity-during-septembers-national-childhood-obesity-awareness-month/) - Approximately 1 of every 5 (17%) children in the United States has obesity, and certain groups of children are more affected than others. Childhood obesity puts children at early risk for type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease—conditions usually associated with adulthood. There is no single or simple solution to childhood obesity. It
- [New commentary explores the negative impact of weight bias](https://www.nccor.org/research/new-commentary-explores-the-negative-impact-of-weight-bias/) - Theodore Kyle and Rebecca Puhlare are participants on the Institute of Medicine (IOM) Roundtable on Obesity Solutions. In a new commentary, Kyle and Puhlare examine the negative impact of weight bias on finding solutions to the obesity epidemic. In the paper the authors describe the how weight bias, an often neglected issue, impedes progress toward
- [Key groups launch research consortium for design, public health collaboration](https://www.nccor.org/news/key-groups-launch-research-consortium-for-design-public-health-collaboration/) - Request for proposals due Oct. 15 for university-led research The AIA Foundation, along with the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA), recently announced the establishment of the AIA Design & Health Research Consortium to help fund basic research into the growing influence design has on public health. The consortium will
- [Expanded Built Environment and Public Health Clearinghouse a go-to resource for design and public health training, news](https://www.nccor.org/events/expanded-built-environment-and-public-health-clearinghouse-a-go-to-resource-for-design-and-public-health-training-news/) - The American Public Health Association, American Planning Association, National Network of Public Health Institutes, and Georgia Institute of Technology recently launched a greatly expanded Built Environment and Public Health Clearinghouse (BEPHC) as a resource for community design and public health training and community building. It is intended to be an evolving resource for training at the
- [Food cravings are stronger, but controllable, for kids](https://www.nccor.org/research/food-cravings-are-stronger-but-controllable-for-kids/) - Children show stronger food cravings than adolescents and adults, but they are also able to use a cognitive strategy that reduces cravings, according to new research published in Psychological Science, a journal of the Association for Psychological Science. "These findings are important because they suggest that we may have another tool in our toolbox to
- [After-school exercise yields brain gains](https://www.nccor.org/research/after-school-exercise-yields-brain-gains/) - By Tara Haelle Regular daily exercise appears to improve children's attention and multitasking skills, according to a new study. Elementary school-age students who participated in an after-school program with plenty of physical activity showed greater improvements in several areas of so-called "executive function" than similar students who did not participate. Executive function refers to a
- [USDA invests nearly $118 million to support America's specialty crop producers](https://www.nccor.org/awards/usda-invests-nearly-118-million-to-support-americas-specialty-crop-producers/) - On Oct. 2 Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced nearly $118 million in grants to strengthen markets for specialty crops, such as fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, horticulture, and nursery crops. The grants were authorized through the 2014 Farm Bill as part of an effort to enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops and provide resources to strengthen
- [USDA backs healthy incentives](https://www.nccor.org/research/usda-backs-healthy-incentives/) - USDA is firmly committed to ensuring that all Americans have access to a safe, healthy, adequate, and affordable diet. Unfortunately, our nation is facing an unprecedented nutrition crisis, with far too many Americans facing both food insecurity and obesity. Although it seems paradoxical, the two actually go hand in hand far too often. To reverse
- [Gap in diet quality between wealthiest and poorest Americans doubles, study finds](https://www.nccor.org/research/gap-in-diet-quality-between-wealthiest-and-poorest-americans-doubles-study-finds/) - By Tracie McMillan The diets of low-income Americans have worsened in the past decade, even as the diets of the wealthiest Americans have improved, according to a new study that is among the first to measure changes in diet quality over time by socioeconomic status. Overall diet quality in the United States remains poor, said
- [Researchers: Link between repeated antibiotic use in early childhood and obesity](https://www.nccor.org/research/researchers-link-between-repeated-antibiotic-use-in-early-childhood-and-obesity/) - By Ariana Eunjung Cha When a parent carrying a screaming toddler with a middle-ear infection or other common ailment shows up, many pediatricians instinctively reach for their prescription pads. Despite warnings about the risk of resistance, antibiotics remain one of the most frequently used weapons in routine care. But now doctors have another reason to
- [Johns Hopkins to hold symposium on social networks' influence on weight, behavior, health](https://www.nccor.org/events/johns-hopkins-to-hold-symposium-on-social-networks-influence-on-weight-behavior-health/) - The Global Obesity Prevention Center (GOPC) at Johns Hopkins invites you to attend a day-long symposium titled "The Social Network: A Systems Approach to #ChildhoodObesity." The event will be Oct. 22, 2014, from 8 a.m. to 5:45 p.m. at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health in Baltimore, Md. The past decade has seen increasing
- [Family meals could protect teens from obesity in adulthood](https://www.nccor.org/research/family-meals-could-protect-teens-from-obesity-in-adulthood/) - By Catherine Griffin A simple, family meal each day may reduce the risk of obesity in teens. Scientists have found that family meals during adolescence were protective for overweight and obesity in adulthood. In order to see whether family meals played a role in obesity reduction, the scientists used data from a 10-year longitudinal study.
- [Put the physical in education](https://www.nccor.org/research/put-the-physical-in-education/) - By Gretchen Reynolds When confronted with an overly active child, many exasperated teachers and parents respond the same way: “Sit still!” It might be more effective, though, to encourage the child to run. Recent research suggests that even small amounts of exercise enable children to improve their focus and academic performance. By now it’s well
- [Obesity rates reach historic highs in more U.S. states](https://www.nccor.org/research/obesity-rates-reach-historic-highs-in-more-u-s-states/) - Rates of adult obesity increased in six U.S. states and fell in none last year, and in more states than ever— 20— at least 30 percent of adults are obese, according to an analysis released on Sept. 4. The conclusions were reported by Trust for America's Health (TFAH) and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and
- [Chef-made meals can increase participation school lunch program, raise vegetable consumption](https://www.nccor.org/events/chef-made-meals-can-increase-participation-school-lunch-program-raise-vegetable-consumption/) - Gourmet pizza in school? According to a new Food and Brand Lab pilot study, published in Appetite, chef-made meals can increase participation in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) by 9 percent and overall selection and consumption of vegetables by 16 percent. Chefs Move to Schools (CMTS), an initiative of [first lady] Michelle Obama's Let's
- [USDA awards funding for regional centers of excellence in nutrition education and obesity prevention](https://www.nccor.org/awards/usda-awards-funding-for-regional-centers-of-excellence-in-nutrition-education-and-obesity-prevention/) - On Oct. 17 the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) awarded $4 million in grants to establish four regional centers of excellence for research on nutrition education and obesity prevention, as well as a coordinating center, which will develop and test innovative nutrition education and obesity prevention interventions for underserved, low-income families. "Nearly one in three
- [With extra weight, kids’ hearts change shape](https://www.nccor.org/research/with-extra-weight-kids-hearts-change-shape/) - By Kathryn Doyle There are noticeable differences in the shape and function of hearts among obese and normal-weight adolescents, researchers say. “We do not know if (these changes) are clinically meaningful or necessarily dangerous,” said Dr. Norman Mangner of the University of Leipzig Heart Center in Germany. “This is a cross-sectional study and, therefore, we
- [Same genes linked to rapid infant growth, later weight gains](https://www.nccor.org/research/same-genes-linked-to-rapid-infant-growth-later-weight-gains/) - By Steven Reinberg Infants who quickly add weight and length may be showing a genetic propensity for obesity as toddlers, a new study suggests. In adults, certain genes have been linked to increased body fat, but the same genes in infants promote proportionate gains in fat and lean muscle, the researchers said. At age 1,
- [More physical activity improved school performance](https://www.nccor.org/research/more-physical-activity-improved-school-performance/) - Just two hours of extra physical activity each week can improve school performance. This has been shown by a study of approximately 2,000 12-year-olds carried out by scientists at the Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg [in Sweden]. Researchers Lina Bunketorp Käll, Michael Nilsson, and Thomas Linden at the Centre for Brain Repair and Rehabilitation at
- [Johns Hopkins GOPC explores social networks](https://www.nccor.org/events/johns-hopkins-gopc-explores-social-networks/) - The Johns Hopkins Global Obesity Prevention Center (GOPC) hosted a symposium titled “The Social Network: a Systems Approach to #Childhood Obesity,” on Wednesday, Oct. 22. Guest speakers and leaders in the field guided the audience throughout the day, going from theory and principles to real-world applications. A variety of network approaches currently used to explore
- [Hungry or not, kids will eat treats](https://www.nccor.org/research/hungry-or-not-kids-will-eat-treats/) - Even though they are not hungry, children as young as age 3 find high-energy treats too tempting to refuse, according to new research from the Queensland University of Technology (QUT). In a study of 3- and 4-year-olds, 100 percent of children opted for a sweet or savory snack despite eating a filling healthy lunch only
- [New video, infographics, and photos highlight deficiencies in the current U.S. food supply](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/new-video-infographics-and-photos-highlight-deficiencies-in-the-current-u-s-food-supply/) - The dietary recommendations for eating healthy have not changed much in the past few decades—eat more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains and cut back on calories, sugar, and fat. However, it might not be possible for everyone to eat this way even if they tried. A new study, published in the November issue of the
- [Building healthy communities: Establishing health and wellness metrics for use within the real estate industry](https://www.nccor.org/research/building-healthy-communities-establishing-health-and-wellness-metrics-for-use-within-the-real-estate-industry/) - It is increasingly well recognized that the design and operation of the communities in which people live, work, learn, and play significantly influence their health. However, within the real estate industry, the health impacts of transportation, community development, and other construction projects, both positive and negative, continue to operate largely as economic externalities: unmeasured, unregulated,
- [How family dynamics at the dinner table affect kids’ weight](https://www.nccor.org/research/how-family-dynamics-at-the-dinner-table-affect-kids-weight/) - By Alice Park “Eat together” is a mantra that doctors and nutritionists use regularly when they talk with families about eating healthy and maintaining normal weight. Children who eat regular family meals tend to have lower rates of obesity and eat more nutritiously. A new study published Oct. 13 in the journal Pediatrics takes a
- [Meet NCCOR researchers at the American Public Health Association’s 142nd Annual Meeting & Exposition](https://www.nccor.org/events/meet-nccor-researchers-at-the-american-public-health-associations-142nd-annual-meeting-exposition/) - Researchers from the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) will be traveling to New Orleans for the American Public Health Association’s (APHA) 142nd Annual Meeting & Exposition, which takes place Nov. 15-19. More than 12,000 public health professionals from around the world participate in the annual meeting, sharing the latest research and information, promoting
- [Frequent dining out might widen your waistline](https://www.nccor.org/research/frequent-dining-out-might-widen-your-waistline/) - Love to dine out? You could be at higher risk for becoming overweight and having poorer cholesterol levels than people who prefer to eat at home, a new study suggests. Researchers led by Ashima Kant of Queens College, City University of New York, analyzed data from more than 8,300 American adults between 2005–2010. The researchers
- [New award program invites proposals for innovative community and hospital collaborations to catalyze healthy communities](https://www.nccor.org/awards/new-award-program-invites-proposals-for-innovative-community-and-hospital-collaborations-to-catalyze-healthy-communities/) - The newly launched BUILD Health Challenge is seeking innovative proposals for community-based organizations, hospitals, local health departments, and other key stakeholders to work as partners on efforts that advance equity and community health. Jointly funded by The Advisory Board Company, the de Beaumont Foundation, The Kresge Foundation, and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, the BUILD
- [Registration now open for Active Living Research’s Annual Conference](https://www.nccor.org/events/registration-now-open-for-active-living-researchs-annual-conference/) - Registration is now open for the Active Living Research (ALR) 2015 Annual Conference. The theme of the 2015 conference, “The Science of Policy Implementation,” explores the process of taking findings from the research field of active living and using them to inform policies that increase population-level physical activity. The conference will be held Feb. 22-25,
- [Revised food labels still won’t tell whole story](https://www.nccor.org/news/revised-food-labels-still-wont-tell-whole-story/) - By Jane E. Brody Are you among the half of Americans who say they check the nutrition labels on packaged foods when shopping? If you can read the information without a magnifying glass, do you understand what the many numbers mean to your health? Do you look only at calories, or do you also check
- [Few schools adhered to USDA nutrition standards before 2013](https://www.nccor.org/research/few-schools-adhered-to-usda-nutrition-standards-before-2013/) - By Kathryn Doyle Before the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) set strict standards for nutrition for federally reimbursable lunch programs, less than 2 percent of middle or high schools would have measured up. The absence of certain standards was associated with youth obesity, according to a new study. Full implementation of the program, which should
- [Food rules for toddlers may lead to healthy eating habits](https://www.nccor.org/research/food-rules-for-toddlers-may-lead-to-healthy-eating-habits/) - Children have healthier diets when their parents place restrictions on what they can eat and train them to control their impulses, a new study suggests. The University at Buffalo researchers analyzed data from almost 9,000 American children whose self-regulation was assessed at age 2. The children's diets and parental food rules were then checked at
- [Fun and games help toddlers make healthy choices](https://www.nccor.org/research/fun-and-games-help-toddlers-make-healthy-choices/) - By Kathleen Lees The last concern on children's minds is eating healthy. Yet adding a little fun and games to the equation can make a dramatic difference when it comes to eating right. Recent findings published in the journal Appetite found that some fun fruit and vegetable games were enough to encourage toddlers to try
- [Kids born to overweight moms may face higher heart risks as adults](https://www.nccor.org/research/kids-born-to-overweight-moms-may-face-higher-heart-risks-as-adults/) - By Dennis Thompson Overweight or obese women who get pregnant are much more likely to have a child who suffers from heart disease as an adult, new research suggests. But it looks like environment may play a greater role than genetics in that trend, the researchers added. "Mothers who are overweight teach behaviors, and those
- [Kids obese at young age often stay that way](https://www.nccor.org/research/kids-obese-at-young-age-often-stay-that-way/) - By Maureen Salamon The vast majority of children who are obese at age 11 are still far too heavy at age 16, new research suggests. Tracking nearly 4,000 children in three U.S. metropolitan areas over five years, researchers found that 83 percent of obese 10th graders had also been obese in fifth grade. Only 12
- [Marketers of sugary drinks still target U.S. children](https://www.nccor.org/research/marketers-of-sugary-drinks-still-target-u-s-children/) - By Anjali Athavaley U.S. children and teens are seeing fewer TV commercials for sugary drinks, but they remain a prime target for marketers through product placement, social media, and other means, according to a report released on Nov. 19. The study, conducted by researchers at the Yale Rudd Center for Food Policy & Obesity, said
- [Report: Global obesity costs hit $2 trillion](https://www.nccor.org/research/report-global-obesity-costs-hit-2-trillion/) - By Danica Kirka, Associated Press The global cost of obesity has risen to $2 trillion annually — nearly as much as smoking or the combined impact of armed violence, war, and terrorism, according to a new report released Nov. 20. The McKinsey Global Institute consulting firm's report focused on the economics of obesity, putting it
- [Kids eat more healthful foods during longer, quieter school lunch](https://www.nccor.org/research/kids-eat-more-healthful-foods-during-longer-quieter-school-lunch/) - It’s hard to get kids to eat healthful foods, especially at school. But a new study suggests that, by changing the lunch environment, schools can encourage kids to make better choices without even changing their menus. This study, conducted by the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health in Baltimore, found that students buying school
- [The Top 5 NCCOR childhood obesity resources in 2014](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/the-top-5-nccor-childhood-obesity-resources-in-2014/) - Just in time for the holidays, we've identified this year's most popular childhood obesity resources on NCCOR's website. If you haven't had a chance to explore these resources, now is the time to learn more. 1. Measures Registry: This searchable database of diet and physical activity measures relevant to childhood obesity research tops the list. From
- [NCCOR publishes white paper to complement Healthy Eating Index photo series](https://www.nccor.org/research/nccor-publishes-white-paper-to-complement-healthy-eating-index-photo-series/) - By visualizing the quality of the American diet and exploring findings from the Healthy-Eating Index-2010 (HEI-2010), researchers and the public can both benefit, according to a new white paper. “Visualizing Diet Quality at Multiple Levels of the Food Stream” uses HEI-2010 – a scoring metric developed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and National
- [NCCOR hosts March 2 seminar to explore ‘Bridging the Food Industry-Public Health Divide'](https://www.nccor.org/events/march-2-seminar-to-explore-how-food-executives-think/) - Join the Healthy Weight Commitment Foundation (HWCF), Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF), and Hudson Institute for the first seminar in a quarterly series: “Articulating the Food Industry Context: Potential Frameworks for Profiting Health.” The first event, “Bridging the Food Industry-Public Health Divide: A Guide to More Effective Engagement and Policies,” will be led by Hank Cardello,
- [Rethinking Obesity Prevention—The Second Lancet Series on Obesity](https://www.nccor.org/events/rethinking-obesity-prevention-the-second-lancet-series-on-obesity/) - NCCOR’s Connect & Explore Webinar unpacks The Lancet special issue, discussing how public support for policy actions and new thinking can move the needle on obesity Despite reported areas of decline, no country has reversed its obesity epidemic. Researchers increasingly believe that governments and stakeholders should act urgently to decrease the prevalence of obesity, including childhood
- [Society of Behavioral Medicine announces NIH mHealth Training Institute, presidential roundtable, and exhibit featuring NCCOR](https://www.nccor.org/events/society-of-behavioral-medicine-announces-nih-mhealth-training-institute-presidential-roundtable-and-exhibit-featuring-nccor/) - From training on mobile health (mHealth) technology to a presidential roundtable on National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) activities, resources, and funding opportunities, the upcoming Society of Behavioral Medicine’s (SBM) 36th Annual Meeting & Scientific Sessions in San Antonio will offer numerous opportunities to connect with NCCOR. SBM kicks off with a preconference training
- [An in-depth look at the latest Lancet Series on Obesity](https://www.nccor.org/research/an-in-depth-look-at-the-latest-lancet-series-on-obesity/) - NCCOR’s Connect & Explore Webinar on Feb. 23 provided the first public forum to connect with authors from the recently released Lancet Series on Obesity. The series discusses reasons for scarce progress; reviews regulatory, non-regulatory, and quasi-regulatory actions; identifies high-priority actions; challenges entrenched dichotomies; and proposes a reframing of obesity. Each paper in the six-part
- [Connect & Explore: First Findings from USDA’s FoodAPS](https://www.nccor.org/events/connect-explore-first-findings-from-usdas-foodaps/) - NCCOR webinar reveals insights from Department of Ag’s FoodAPS data, as well as new research opportunities made possible by the first-of-its-kind survey The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Household Food Acquisition and Purchase Survey (FoodAPS) is the first-ever nationally representative and comprehensive survey of American households’ food purchases and acquisitions. This robust and first-of-its-kind dataset
- [Prevention of Obesity in Infancy, Early Childhood: Workshop summary and funding announcement](https://www.nccor.org/research/prevention-of-obesity-in-infancy-early-childhood-workshop-summary-and-funding-announcement/) - Once obesity develops it is likely to persist. Given this understanding, there has been an increasing focus on preventing obesity in infancy and early childhood. Research to develop and implement effective prevention and intervention strategies in the first two years after birth has been limited. In fall 2013, the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive
- [USDA announces grants for childhood obesity prevention programs](https://www.nccor.org/awards/usda-announces-grants-for-childhood-obesity-prevention-programs/) - U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack announced on March 26 the USDA awarded $9 million in grants to develop childhood obesity intervention programs through colleges and universities in 12 states and Puerto Rico. The grants are funded through the Agriculture and Food Research Initiative (AFRI), the flagship competitive grant program authorized under the 2014
- [NCCOR’s 2014 Annual Report highlights new frontiers in childhood obesity](https://www.nccor.org/publications/nccors-2014-annual-report-highlights-new-frontiers-in-childhood-obesity/) - In 2014, NCCOR made strides in exploring new frontiers in childhood obesity. NCCOR’s recently released Annual Report 2014 explores three emerging and important childhood obesity research topics at the center of these efforts: healthy food incentives; lessons learned from global efforts; and childhood obesity declines. Healthy Food Incentives Eating a healthy diet is one way
- [NCCOR hosts May 19 seminar to explore 'Bridging the Food Industry-Public Health Divide'](https://www.nccor.org/events/nccor-hosts-may-19-seminar-to-explore-bridging-the-food-industry-public-health-divide/) - Please join us on Tuesday, May 19 at 12:30 pm for the seminar "Tackling the Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Conundrum: New Ways to Bridge the Food Industry-Public Health Divide." This seminar is the second in a five-part series on "Bridging the Food Industry-Public Health Divide: A Guide to More Effective Engagement and Policies." Hank Cardello, Senior Fellow and
- [NCCOR Connect & Explore Webinar on FoodAPS -- You asked, USDA answered](https://www.nccor.org/interviews/nccor-connect-explore-webinar-on-foodaps-you-asked-usda-answered/) - On March 31, NCCOR’s Connect & Explore Webinar Series revealed insights from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Household Food Acquisition and Purchase Survey (FoodAPS) and discussed new research opportunities made possible by the first-of-its-kind survey. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zBd8gRf6wKs During the webinar, there were a number of questions that were asked. Speakers Jessica Todd, Senior Economist,
- [Register now for NIH mHealth Training Institute at Society of Behavioral Medicine conference](https://www.nccor.org/events/register-now-for-nih-mhealth-training-institute-at-society-of-behavioral-medicine-conference/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) will host an mHealth Training Institute at the Society of Behavioral Medicine’s (SBM) 36th Annual Meeting & Scientific Sessions on April 22, 2015. The institute is designed to provide behavioral and social scientists with tools to successfully add mobile health
- [Brief: How USDA’s research is making strides in healthy eating](https://www.nccor.org/research/brief-how-usdas-research-is-making-strides-in-healthy-eating/) - Periodically, the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) will share examples of how members’ research is being applied for a variety of impacts. Today, our focus is on several U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) initiatives at the Food and Nutrition Service (FNS). Here are three brief examples. With NCCOR’s guidance and support from the
- [Just announced: Dietary Guidelines for Americans Summit on May 21](https://www.nccor.org/events/just-announced-dietary-guidelines-for-americans-summit-on-may-21/) - Register now to join The Ohio State University Food Innovation Center, The Ohio State University John Glenn College of Public Affairs, and National Geographic as they host the Dietary Guidelines for Americans Summit on May 21, from 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Eastern, at National Geographic's Grosvenor Auditorium in Washington, DC. The Summit is free
- [USDA center releases behavioral economics grant and fellowship opportunities](https://www.nccor.org/awards/usda-center-releases-behavioral-economics-grant-and-fellowship-opportunities/) - Up to five grants of $50,000 and six fellowships with $15,000 in seed grant funding were announced by Duke University and the University of North Carolina (UNC), Chapel Hill U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Center for Behavioral Economics and Healthy Food Choice Research (BECR Center). Together the grants and fellowship opportunities support the BECR goal
- [Elevating the impact of nutrition and obesity policy research and evaluation](https://www.nccor.org/publications/elevating-the-impact-of-nutrition-and-obesity-policy-research-and-evaluation/) - Public policy can play a major role in impacting childhood obesity, yet little is known about the role of nutrition and obesity policy research in informing public policy decisions. A supplement published in the April issue of Preventing Chronic Disease includes an essay and three articles examining the role of nutrition and obesity policy research
- [Here are 3 reasons why researchers should use social media](https://www.nccor.org/research/here-are-3-reasons-why-researchers-should-use-social-media/) - Nearly 70 percent of obesity researchers reported using social media for professional purposes in 2014 compared to 42 percent in 2012, according to a 2014 survey conducted by the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR). The most common types of social media included LinkedIn (61 percent), Research Gate (51 percent), Facebook (28 percent), and
- [Influence of school architecture and design on healthy eating: Key findings from systematic review](https://www.nccor.org/research/influence-of-school-architecture-and-design-on-healthy-eating-key-findings-from-systematic-review/) - With up to 50 percent of students’ daily energy intake occurring in the school building, schools are often the focus of targeted efforts to combat childhood obesity. Recent evidence has shown that although school-based nutrition education programs may contribute to healthier eating habits, these programs are not consistently effective on their own. In response, an
- [NCCOR, JPB Foundation form alliance to support Measures Registry](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/nccor-jpb-foundation-form-alliance-to-support-measures-registry/) - Through a two-year grant from The JPB Foundation, the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) will strengthen its landmark Measures Registry by creating user guides for researchers. With more than 1,000 measures in the Measures Registry, the new guides will help users choose measures best suited for their research and evaluation work. In April
- [Raising the bar: How NCCOR supports researchers](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/raising-the-bar-how-nccor-supports-researchers/) - In April 2015, the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) held a presidential breakfast roundtable at the Society of Behavioral Medicine's 36th Annual Meeting & Scientific Sessions. This excerpt from the roundtable presentation highlights how NCCOR is supporting researchers with tools to amplify their work and findings including the NCCOR Measures Registry, Catalogue of
- [NCCOR to attend the 8th Biennial Childhood Obesity Conference](https://www.nccor.org/events/nccor-to-attend-the-8th-biennial-childhood-obesity-conference/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) is excited to attend the 8th Biennial Childhood Obesity Conference in San Diego, Calif., held June 29-July 2, 2015. Workshops and plenaries at the conference will cover a wide range of topics including evaluation of population-based efforts, health and the built environment, healthy food marketing, and healthy food
- [To find the solution to childhood obesity, NCCOR looks globally](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/to-find-the-solution-to-childhood-obesity-nccor-looks-globally/) - Obesity is a global issue. High rates of childhood obesity around the world are prompting governments, organizations, and communities to take action in unprecedented ways. This includes developing and implementing policy measures, media campaigns, and community-wide diet-related and physical activity initiatives. In October 2014, the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) held a one-day
- [NCCOR Connect & Explore Webinar on relationship between childhood obesity declines, disparities](https://www.nccor.org/events/nccor-connect-explore-webinar-on-relationship-between-childhood-obesity-declines-disparities/) - NCCOR’s Connect & Explore Webinar takes a closer look at childhood obesity declines, disparities, and opportunities to reconsider the design and impact of policies and interventions While most of the United States continues to see increasing or steady childhood obesity rates, some areas are seeing modest though important declines. Yet these declines have not been
- [NCCOR members explore metrics to express children's energy expenditure](https://www.nccor.org/research/nccor-members-explore-metrics-to-express-childrens-energy-expenditure/) - Physical activity plays an important role in the fight against childhood obesity. Developing, testing, and evaluating individual and environmental interventions and policies designed to increase youth physical activity would be enhanced if there were a comparable metric for physical activity applicable to youth. Several approaches have been used to express energy expenditure in youth, but
- [Get research used: 6 tips for creating infographics for researchers](https://www.nccor.org/research/get-research-used-5-tips-for-creating-infographics-for-researchers/) - Infographics can be a powerful way to share your data and research. According to this Harvard Business Review article, “A great infographic is an instant revelation. It can compress time and space. … It can illuminate patterns in massive amounts of data. … It can make the abstract convincingly concrete.” Best of all, anyone can create an infographic
- [Latest Q&A from NCCOR webinar on childhood obesity declines and disparities](https://www.nccor.org/events/latest-qa-from-nccor-webinar-on-childhood-obesity-declines-and-disparities/) - On July 14, NCCOR’s Connect & Explore Webinar Series discussed childhood obesity declines, disparities, and opportunities to reconsider the design and impact of policies and interventions. Access the slides (PDF) Speakers were Shiriki Kumanyika, emeritus professor of epidemiology at the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine; chair of the African American Collaborative Obesity Research
- [Connect & Explore: A New Model for Integrating Clinical-Community Systems and Tackling Obesity](https://www.nccor.org/events/a-new-model-for-integrating-clinical-community-systems-and-tackling-obesity/) - NCCOR’s Connect & Explore Webinar examines soon-to-be published research advocating a shift in the framework to prevent and treat obesity and related chronic diseases Clinical interventions alone are not enough to prevent and treat obesity. To achieve the Triple Aim goals—improving population health, advancing the care experience, and reducing health care costs—a new model that
- [Six ways to celebrate National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month](https://www.nccor.org/events/six-ways-to-celebrate-national-childhood-obesity-awareness-month/) - Rates of childhood obesity are finally beginning to slow, or even decline, in some communities, and this positive development lends urgency and momentum to childhood obesity research efforts. In recognition of the start of National Childhood Obesity Awareness month on Sept. 1, the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) is calling on partners, public
- [Special collection of Preventing Chronic Disease spotlights policies to improve the U.S. population’s diet](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/special-collection-of-preventing-chronic-disease-spotlights-policies-to-improve-the-u-s-populations-diet/) - How is nutrition policy being implemented across the United States? How can policies work together over time to improve the diet and health of Americans? From New York City to Cleveland-Cuyahoga County, a recent special collection published in Preventing Chronic Disease examines nutrition policies across the United States from a variety of policy levels, types,
- [Physical Activity Design Guidelines for School Architecture: New tool for built environment researchers and designers](https://www.nccor.org/research/physical-activity-design-guidelines-for-school-architecture-new-tool-for-built-environment-researchers-and-designers/) - According to a 2012 Institute of Medicine (IOM) report, up to 50 percent of a child’s waking hours are spent in school. Furthermore, much of this time is spent sedentary. In efforts to decrease childhood obesity, research has increasingly focused on physical activity in the school environment. As this body of evidence continues to grow,
- [Electronic health records lag in obesity-related functions](https://www.nccor.org/research/electronic-health-records-lag-in-obesity-related-functions/) - Researchers at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) studied the use of obesity-related electronic health record (EHR) functions and the characteristics of health care providers and practices who reported using EHRs with weight management functions. The study, “Electronic health records to support obesity-related patient-care: Results from a survey of United States physicians,” was
- [Designing the Healthy Communities Study](https://www.nccor.org/research/designing-the-healthy-communities-study/) - The Healthy Communities Study (HCS), funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and supported by the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR), aims to answer important research questions about how diet, physical activity, and body mass index (BMI) are related to aspects of community programs and policies. The five-year observational study is assessing
- [Advancing research on youth energy expenditure: Call for article submissions](https://www.nccor.org/research/advancing-research-on-youth-energy-expenditure-call-for-article-submissions/) - For approximately 25 years, researchers have used the adult Compendium of Physical Activities as a standardized system to code the energy expenditure, or Metabolic Equivalent of Task (MET) intensity, of adult physical activities. Until recently, those interested in studying youth often relied on the adult Compendium and adult MET values as a proxy for youth
- [New report provides important data on health-related practices in secondary schools](https://www.nccor.org/research/new-report-provides-important-data-on-health-related-practices-in-secondary-schools/) - Bridging the Gap has released a comprehensive report examining U.S. secondary school policies and practices related to nutrition, physical activity, and obesity prevention. The report, entitled School Policies and Practices to Improve Health and Prevent Obesity: National Secondary School Results, Volume 6, focuses on students in grades 8, 10, and 12 and includes data from
- [Visit NCCOR at APHA 2015](https://www.nccor.org/events/visit-nccor-at-apha-2015/) - Researchers from the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) will attend the American Public Health Association’s (APHA) 143rd Annual Meeting & Exposition, which takes place in Chicago from Oct. 31 to Nov. 4. More than 12,000 public health professionals from around the world will participate in this prestigious gathering and share their latest research and innovations, promote best
- [New tool examines health impacts of transportation systems](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/new-tool-examines-health-impacts-of-transportation-systems/) - The recently developed Transportation and Health Tool (THT) enables practitioners to examine the health impact of transportation systems. The tool was launched by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) in partnership with the American Public Health Association. The Transportation and Health Tool provides data on 14
- [NCCOR seeks input on datasets to include in the Catalogue of Surveillance Systems](https://www.nccor.org/research/nccor-seeks-input-on-datasets-to-include-in-the-catalogue-of-surveillance-systems/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) is seeking recommendations for datasets to be considered for inclusion in its Catalogue of Surveillance Systems, a tool that provides one-stop access to more than 100 publicly available data sources relevant to childhood obesity research. The Catalogue aims to increase efficiency, effectiveness, and innovation in obesity research
- [Connect & Explore: New Cost-Effectiveness and Impact Estimates for Childhood Obesity Interventions](https://www.nccor.org/events/nccor-connect-explore-webinar/) - NCCOR’s Connect & Explore Webinar examines the latest research findings from the CHOICES project On Wednesday, Dec. 9, NCCOR’s Connect & Explore Webinar will feature exciting new research on the cost effectiveness and impact of interventions to reduce childhood obesity. Steven Gortmaker, PhD, director of the Harvard Prevention Research Center, will explore the latest findings from
- [Call for Proposals on the Economics of Food Security, Nutrition, and Health](https://www.nccor.org/news/call-for-proposals-on-the-economics-of-food-security-nutrition-and-health/) - How do nutrition assistance programs, the location of stores and the types of food they sell, and other aspects of the built environment affect diet, nutrition, and food security? A new 2-year research initiative by the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) will investigate these questions. The NBER initiative, sponsored in part by the U.S.
- [New infographic on healthy school snacks](https://www.nccor.org/infographics-2/new-infographic-on-healthy-school-snacks/) - This month marks the fifth anniversary of the passage of the federal Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act. The legislation updated nutrition standards for school meals for the first time in 15 years, and introduced the first national nutrition standards for snacks and drinks that are sold in school stores, vending machines, and à la carte cafeteria lines.
- [National Cancer Institute releases data, hosts webinar on Family Life, Activity, Sun, Health, and Eating (FLASHE) study](https://www.nccor.org/events/national-cancer-institute-releases-data-hosts-webinar-on-family-life-activity-sun-health-and-eating-flashe-study/) - The National Cancer Institute’s (NCI) Behavioral Research Program is preparing to release data from the Family Life, Activity, Sun, Health, and Eating (FLASHE) study and will host a Feb. 5 webinar to explore the study’s data and methods. The FLASHE study, which sampled 2,500 dyads of caregivers and their adolescent children, collected survey data on
- [NIH seeks experts in prevention research](https://www.nccor.org/research/nih-seeks-experts-in-prevention-research/) - To enhance the quality of prevention research supported by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the Office of Disease Prevention (ODP) seeks to identify individuals with appropriate methodological and content expertise who might serve as reviewers of research applications in the field of prevention. By completing the Prevention Research Expertise Survey investigators will provide the content for an “electronic
- [USDA releases updated SNAP-Ed Toolkit](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/usda-releases-updated-snap-ed-toolkit/) - The third edition of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program-Education (SNAP-Ed) Toolkit includes more than 80 interventions and 20 resources categorized by target behavior, intervention or resource type, and setting. In fiscal year 2016, the USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) authorized $408 million to all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Guam, and the Virgin
- [Find all major sources of childhood obesity data in one location: NCCOR’s Catalogue of Surveillance Systems](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/find-all-major-sources-of-childhood-obesity-data-in-one-location-nccors-catalogue-of-surveillance-systems/) - Are you, your students, or your colleagues studying childhood obesity? NCCOR's Catalogue of Surveillance Systems is a free, online resource that connects you to more than 100 publicly available datasets. The recently updated Catalogue streamlines the process of finding the datasets you need, expanding your options, while saving you time. Designed by and for childhood
- [NCCOR Connect & Explore Webinars:  Promising U.S. and international strategies for reducing childhood obesity](https://www.nccor.org/events/connect-explore-promisingstrategies/) - While childhood obesity remains a global public health challenge, many communities around the world are showing signs of progress and demonstrating innovation in halting and reversing the childhood obesity epidemic. This March and April, NCCOR is hosting one regular and three special-event Connect & Explore Webinars to examine these promising strategies in the United States
- [IPEN study reports that daily physical activity is related to where we live](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/ipen-study-reports-that-daily-physical-activity-is-related-to-where-we-live/) - Is the amount of physical activity we achieve each day related to where we live? A new research study published in The Lancet provides evidence that the answer is yes. The study from the International Physical Activity and Environment Network (IPEN), which included 6822 adults aged 18–66 from 14 cities in 10 countries found that
- [NCCOR Connect & Explore: Evaluating Health Care-Community Collaborations: Community-Based Programs](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/nccor-connect-explore-evaluating-health-care-community-collaborations-community-based-programs/) - The health care sector is working toward engaging communities to directly address population health, including childhood obesity prevention. The Affordable Care Act of 2010 stipulates that non-profit hospitals and health systems must engage in activities to improve the health of the communities they serve. Exploring the integration of clinic-community programs is vital for moving childhood
- [USDA releases new guide for SNAP-Ed evaluation](https://www.nccor.org/news/usda-releases-new-guide-for-snap-ed-evaluation/) - Since 2012, NCCOR has worked with USDA to promote evidence-based and actionable tools consistent with the context and policies of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). SNAP-Education (SNAP-Ed), the nutrition education and obesity prevention arm of the SNAP, aims to increase the likelihood that SNAP-Ed eligible households will make healthy diet and physical activity choices
- [NCCOR Childhood Obesity Declines – New RWJF Signs of Progress Data](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/nccor-childhood-obesity-declines-new-rwjf-signs-of-progress-data/) - In 2013, NCCOR formed the Childhood Obesity Declines Workgroup, to better understand reported declines in childhood obesity. An expert panel convened to start assessing how U.S. cities and counties are developing and operationalizing obesity reduction interventions, initiatives, and strategies. Four communities were identified to be studied: New York City (NY), Philadelphia (PA), Granville County (NC),
- [Journal of Physical Activity and Health Publishes Special Issue on Youth Energy Expenditure](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/journal-of-physical-activity-and-health-publishes-special-issue-on-youth-energy-expenditure-2/) - Since 2012, NCCOR has sponsored a Youth Energy Expenditure (YEE) workgroup to support research efforts to achieve consensus on methods and measures for establishing youth energy expenditure values. This is important for efforts to reduce childhood obesity because standardized measures to quantify the amount of energy children expend during physical activity have been lacking. These
- [NCCOR Connect & Explore: SNAP-Ed Evaluation: A Two-Part Webinar Series](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/nccor-connect-explore-snap-ed-evaluation-two-part-series/) - States and organizations are implementing comprehensive nutrition education and obesity prevention programs around the country as one approach to address the rise in childhood obesity. The Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010 stipulates that changes in policies, systems, and environments (PSEs) are to be layered with direct nutrition education and social marketing to enable, promote,
- [Three ways NCCOR is accelerating progress to reduce Childhood Obesity](https://www.nccor.org/events/three-ways-nccor-is-accelerating-the-progress-to-reduce-childhood-obesity/) - Rates of childhood obesity are finally beginning to slow, or even decline, in some communities, and this positive development lends urgency and momentum to childhood obesity research efforts. In recognition of National Childhood Obesity Awareness month this September, the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) is calling on partners, public health experts, health care
- [Connect & Explore: Evaluating Health Care-Community Collaborations: Hospital-Based Programs](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/part-2-connect-explore-evaluating-health-care-community-collaborations-hospital-based-programs/) - The health care sector is working toward engaging communities to directly address population health, including childhood obesity prevention. The Affordable Care Act of 2010 stipulates that non-profit hospitals and health systems must engage in activities to improve the health of the communities they serve. Exploring the integration of clinic-community programs is vital for moving childhood
- [Connect & Explore: Looking Back and Looking Forward: Nine Years of School District Wellness Policy Implementation](https://www.nccor.org/webinars/connect-explore-looking-back-and-looking-forward-nine-years-of-school-district-wellness-policy-implementation/) - Since 2003, obesity rates among children in the United States have remained high, creating a new generation at risk for health problems later in life. Although reducing the prevalence of childhood obesity will require multisector solutions, changing the environment, particularly the school environment, is one way to promote change. Schools can potentially reduce the nation’s
- [Connect & Explore SNAP-Ed Evaluation Framework Q&A](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/connect-explore-snap-ed-evaluation-framework-qa/) - As part of the popular Connect & Explore webinar series, NCCOR hosted a two-part feature on the SNAP-Ed Evaluation Framework. On August 18, the webinar titled “SNAP-Ed Evaluation Framework: Measuring Success in Low-Income Nutrition Education and Obesity Prevention Programs” explored how to use the framework to evaluate nutrition education and obesity prevention programs. Guest speakers
- [NCCOR at APHA](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/nccor-at-apha/) - NCCOR is pleased to be attending the American Public Health Association’s (APHA) 144th Annual Meeting & Exposition, which takes place in Denver from Oct. 29 to Nov. 2. More than 12,000 public health professionals from around the world will participate in this prestigious gathering and share their latest research and innovations, promote best practices, and advocate for public
- [Announcing the next NCCOR #ChildObesityChat Twitter Chat on November 15](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/announcing-the-next-nccor-childobesitychat-twitter-chat-on-november-15/) - Since 2014, NCCOR has worked to help identify partnerships and foster engagement between clinical settings (including hospitals and health care systems) and communities in order to support interventions that address primary and secondary obesity prevention, including enhancing active living and healthy eating. As part of this effort, NCCOR is hosting a twitter chat on November
- [Follow the Conversation: November 15 #ChildObesityChat on Storify](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/follow-the-conversation-november-15-childobesitychat-on-storify/) - On November 15, NCCOR co-hosted a #childobesitychat on Twitter with the National Institutes of Health Office of Disease Prevention (@NIHprevents) on Health Care-Community Collaborations to Address Childhood Obesity. The Twitter chat was well attended by many organizations, including Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity (@CDCObesity), U.S. Department of Agriculture Food
- [Moving From Test Market to All Markets: Translating Food Purchasing Research into Evidence-based Strategies to Improve the Purchase of Healthier Items Workshop Recap](https://www.nccor.org/news/moving-from-test-market-to-all-markets-translating-food-purchasing-research-into-evidence-based-strategies-to-improve-the-purchase-of-healthier-items-workshop-recap/) - On October 17, 2016, NCCOR brought together interested researchers, food retailers, and practitioners working via the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program–Education (SNAP-Ed) and other public and private programs that promote healthy food purchasing by low-income consumers to participate in a workshop to engage in dialogue and form working relationships to enhance each other’s work. The workshop
- [Assessing the Prevalence and Trends in Obesity: Navigating the Evidence Q&A](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/assessing-the-prevalence-and-trends-in-obesity-navigating-the-evidence-qa/) - On December 5, NCCOR hosted a Connect & Explore webinar on Assessing Prevalence and Trends in Obesity: Navigating the Evidence. A consensus committee convened by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine recently explored how reports on obesity prevalence and trends differ and what these differences mean for interpretation and application. During the webinar,
- [NCCOR launches Measures Registry User Guides](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/nccor-launches-measures-registry-user-guides/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) has launched four Measures Registry User Guides to help childhood obesity researchers and practitioners choose appropriate measures for their research and evaluation efforts. The four User Guides focus on core areas of childhood obesity research: individual diet, food environment, individual physical activity, and physical activity environment. The
- [NCCOR’s 2016 Annual Report: Expanding Our Outreach](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/nccors-2016-annual-report-expanding-our-outreach/) - NCCOR’s recently released Annual Report 2016 explores how NCCOR has expanded its outreach in four areas: engaging new audiences; harnessing the expertise of members and advisors; convening experts from diverse fields; and creating tools and resources for researchers and practitioners. Engaging new audiences NCCOR reaches new stakeholders, researchers, practitioners, and health care providers through its
- [NCCOR publishes new white paper on health, behavioral design, and the built environment](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/nccor-publishes-new-white-paper-on-health-behavioral-design-and-the-built-environment/) - NCCOR has released a new white paper on the use of behavioral design strategies and approaches to foster healthy eating and active living among children, teenagers, and their families. Available on the NCCOR website, the white paper builds on a series of behavioral design meetings NCCOR hosted in 2015–2016 that brought together experts from a variety of
- [NCCOR Connect & Explore webinar series recordings on Measures Registry User Guides now available](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/nccor-connect-explore-webinar-series-recordings-on-measures-registry-user-guides-now-available/) - NCCOR hosted a special Connect & Explore two-part webinar series highlighting the recently released Measures Registry User Guides. If you missed the webinars, you can access recordings and slides at https://www.nccor.org/archived-webinars/mruserguides. The Measures Registry User Guides were launched in February to help childhood obesity researchers and practitioners choose appropriate measures for their research and evaluation
- [NCCOR at the American College of Sports Medicine 64th Annual Meeting](https://www.nccor.org/news/nccor-at-the-american-college-of-sports-medicine-64th-annual-meeting/) - NCCOR is traveling to Denver, Colorado, for the American College of Sports Medicine 64th Annual Meeting in May. More than 6,000 professionals from around the world will come together and share their latest research and innovations. The NCCOR booth (#125) will be in the exhibit hall throughout the conference. NCCOR will share new resources including
- [U.S. Preventive Services Task Force update on obesity screening recommendation](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/u-s-preventive-services-task-force-update-on-obesity-screening-recommendation/) - The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) is charged with making recommendations for clinical preventive services. The USPSTF recently reviewed the evidence related to obesity in children and adolescents and weight management interventions to update the 2010 screening guidelines. The statement, published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), recommends that “clinicians screen
- [Healthy Communities Study findings on relationship between community policies and programs and childhood obesity](https://www.nccor.org/news/healthy-communities-study-findings-on-relationship-between-community-policies-and-programs-and-childhood-obesity/) - The Healthy Communities Study, funded by the National Institutes of Health in 2010, recently published findings in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine that show comprehensive community policies and programs (CPPs) addressing childhood obesity are associated with lower child adiposity. The study aimed to understand how diet, physical activity, and body mass index (BMI) are
- [NCCOR helps communities evaluate their progress in reducing childhood obesity](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/nccor-helps-communities-evaluate-their-progress-in-reducing-childhood-obesity/) - Communities are at the forefront of implementing strategies and programs to reduce childhood obesity. NCCOR is accelerating progress by supporting efforts to learn from communities, sharing evidence and lessons learned, and creating resources and tools to advance community-level approaches. To commemorate National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month in September, we will share various ways that NCCOR
- [NCCOR hosts National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month social media activities](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/nccor-hosts-national-childhood-obesity-awareness-month-social-media-activities/) - In recognition of National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, NCCOR hosted social media activities to share resources and support communities in their efforts to reduce childhood obesity. On September 6, NCCOR launched a Facebook page! Through this new platform, NCCOR will engage diverse audiences and promote the latest information related to childhood obesity. Like the page
- [NCCOR, The JPB Foundation strengthen alliance to support Measures Registry](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/nccor-the-jpb-foundation-strengthen-alliance-to-support-measures-registry/) - Through a three-year grant from The JPB Foundation, NCCOR will continue to strengthen its landmark Measures Registry, a free, online, searchable database of diet and physical activity measures relevant to childhood obesity research. This new grant will promote the Measures Registry, support training in measures selection, examine adaptation of measures for distinct populations and communities,
- [NCCOR launches Youth Compendium of Physical Activities](https://www.nccor.org/news/nccor-launches-youth-compendium-of-physical-activities/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) has launched the Youth Compendium of Physical Activities to help childhood obesity and physical activity researchers and practitioners estimate the associated energy expenditure of a variety of activities in which youth participate. The Youth Compendium of Physical Activities provides measures of energy expenditure for 196 common youth
- [CHOICES research predicts long-term risks of obesity in children](https://www.nccor.org/news/choices-research-predicts-long-term-risks-of-obesity-in-children/) - How does obesity in childhood affect weight status into adulthood? A recent article in the New England Journal of Medicine, “Simulation of Growth Trajectories of Childhood Obesity into Adulthood,” explores the long-term risks of obesity later in life given current weight and age. The study, which is part of the Childhood Obesity Intervention Cost-Effectiveness Study
- [Call for comments: NIH P2P Workshop](https://www.nccor.org/news/call-for-comments-nih-p2p-workshop/) - The National Institutes of Health (NIH) hosted a Pathways to Prevention (P2P) Workshop December 5–6, 2017, to provide an unbiased, evidence-based assessment of methods for evaluating natural experiments in obesity. The workshop brought together a distinguished panel of five researchers and over 30 speakers to identify research gaps. The speakers addressed six overarching questions about
- [NCCOR at ALR 2018](https://www.nccor.org/events/nccor-at-alr-2018/) - NCCOR is heading to Banff, Canada, for the Active Living Research (ALR) Annual Conference on February 11–14, 2018. NCCOR joins professionals from around the world to share their latest research and innovations related to physical activity and active communities. NCCOR is excited to host a workshop on Sunday, February 11, at 1:30 p.m. MT. NCCOR
- [NCCOR: A decade of transforming the field of childhood obesity research](https://www.nccor.org/news/nccor-a-decade-of-transforming-the-field-of-childhood-obesity-research/) - Launched in 2009, the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) brought together the nation’s four largest childhood obesity research funders—CDC, NIH, USDA, and RWJF—in a public-private collaboration to accelerate progress in reducing childhood obesity. In the ensuing 10 years, NCCOR has transformed the field of childhood obesity research through strategic initiatives, comprehensive tools for
- [NCCOR celebrates National Nutrition Month](https://www.nccor.org/news/nccor-celebrates-national-nutrition-month/) - March is National Nutrition Month! Join with NCCOR all month as we highlight several tools and resources we have developed to help researchers and practitioners advance nutrition-related efforts. NCCOR prioritizes the consistent use of high-quality, comparable research and evaluation measures across childhood obesity prevention efforts. To help researchers and practitioners achieve this aim, NCCOR developed
- [NCCOR at SHAPE America National Convention & Expo March 20–24, 2018](https://www.nccor.org/events/nccor-at-shape-america-national-convention-expo/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) will feature the recently released Youth Compendium of Physical Activities at the Society of Health and Physical Educators (SHAPE) America National Convention & Expo March 20–24, 2018, in Nashville, TN. The SHAPE America convention brings together 5,000 professionals to share the latest research and innovations related to health
- [NCCOR’s 2017 Annual Report: Moving Forward on Physical Activity](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/nccors-2017-annual-report-moving-forward-on-physical-activity/) - NCCOR’s 2017 Annual Report showcases the Collaborative’s focus on physical activity throughout the year. NCCOR continues to advance physical activity research and practice by launching new tools and products, connecting and sharing information with the field, and looking ahead for emerging opportunities. Launching new tools and products As a central resource for researchers, NCCOR develops
- [Exploring declines in childhood obesity in four communities](https://www.nccor.org/publications/exploring-declines-in-childhood-obesity-in-four-communities/) - Childhood Obesity published six papers highlighting findings from the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research’s (NCCOR) Childhood Obesity Declines project. The supplement details the strategies and policies implemented in four diverse communities—Anchorage, AK; Granville County, NC; New York City, NY; and Philadelphia, PA—that experienced declines in childhood obesity prevalence from 2003 to 2011. The six
- [NCCOR to present and exhibit at the Society of Behavioral Medicine Annual Meeting April 11–14, 2018](https://www.nccor.org/events/nccor-to-present-and-exhibit-at-the-society-of-behavioral-medicine-annual-meeting-april-11-14-2018/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) will highlight the Measures Registry and User Guides at the Society of Behavioral Medicine’s (SBM) 39th Annual Meeting & Scientific Sessions April 11–14, 2018, in New Orleans. The SBM Annual Meeting brings together approximately 2,400 multidisciplinary researchers and clinicians to examine the role of behavior in improving
- [NCCOR updates the Catalogue of Surveillance Systems and seeks recommendations for new systems](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/nccor-updates-the-catalogue-of-surveillance-systems-and-seeks-recommendations-for-new-systems/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) recently updated the Catalogue of Surveillance Systems—a free, online tool that provides one-stop access to publicly available data sources relevant to childhood obesity research. The Catalogue is a premier tool that allows childhood obesity researchers to easily identify data resources related to childhood obesity, compare attributes across
- [NCCOR to present at the Society for Prevention Research and the American College of Sports Medicine 2018 Annual Meetings](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/nccor-to-present-at-the-society-for-prevention-research-and-the-american-college-of-sports-medicine-2018-annual-meetings/) - NCCOR will highlight the Measures Registry, User Guides, and Youth Compendium of Physical Activities at the Society for Prevention Research (SPR) 26th Annual Meeting May 29–June 1, 2018, in Washington, DC; and at the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) 65th Annual Meeting May 29– June 2, 2018, in Minneapolis, MN. Dr. David Berrigan, from the National
- [Utility of the Youth Compendium of Physical Activities](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/utility-of-the-youth-compendium-of-physical-activities/) - Available on the NCCOR website, the Youth Compendium of Physical Activities and related materials facilitate measurement of the energy cost of nearly 200 physical activities in children and youth. The Youth Compendium provides a way to standardize energy costs in children and youth and can be used in numerous ways, such as: To summarize energy
- [NCCOR is highlighting multidisciplinary partnerships to celebrate National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month 2018!](https://www.nccor.org/news/nccor-is-highlighting-multidisciplinary-partnerships-to-celebrate-national-childhood-obesity-awareness-month-2018/) - In recognition of National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month (NCOAM), NCCOR is highlighting how multidisciplinary partnerships can accelerate progress in reducing childhood obesity. Earlier this year, NCCOR published two papers in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine describing how the NCCOR partnership has transformed the field of childhood obesity prevention. The first paper, “Developing A Partnership
- [NCCOR publishes chapter: Behavioral Design as an Emerging Theory for Dietary Behavior Change](https://www.nccor.org/news/nccor-publishes-chapter-behavioral-design-as-an-emerging-theory-for-dietary-behavior-change/) - On August 30, the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) published a chapter in Food and Public Health—a book published by Oxford University Press and edited by Allison Karpyn, PhD—titled “Behavioral Design as an Emerging Theory for Dietary Behavior Change.” The chapter, excerpted from a larger NCCOR white paper, explains how theories of behavior
- [NCCOR updates the Measures Registry with 188 new measures to support childhood obesity research](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/nccor-updates-the-measures-registry-with-188-new-measures-to-support-childhood-obesity-research/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) recently updated the Measures Registry – a free, online searchable database of diet and physical activity measures relevant to childhood obesity research. The purpose of the Measures Registry is to standardize use of common measures and research methods across childhood obesity research at the individual, community, and
- [NCCOR is headed to APHA 2018!](https://www.nccor.org/news/nccor-is-headed-to-apha-2018/) - NCCOR is headed to San Diego, CA for the American Public Health Association (APHA) 2018 Annual Meeting and Expo! More than 12,000 public health professionals will gather from November 10-14 at the San Diego Convention Center. This year’s theme is Creating the Healthiest Nation: Health Equity Now. On Tuesday, November 13 at 3 PM PT,
- [HHS Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion releases updated Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/hhs-office-of-disease-prevention-and-health-promotion-releases-updated-physical-activity-guidelines-for-americans/) - On November 12, the Department of Health and Human Services' Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion released newly updated physical activity guidelines for Americans. This second edition is based on new scientific evidence showing that physical activity has even more benefits than previously known. Physical activity fosters normal growth and development, can reduce the
- [5 ways graduate students and faculty can use the Measures Registry User Guides](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/5-ways-graduate-students-and-faculty-can-use-the-measures-registry-user-guides/) - The start of a new year also means the start of a new semester. Are you a graduate student or faculty member? Do you know anyone who is? Make it a new year’s resolution to explore NCCOR’s Measures Registry and User Guides to help support your next research project or classroom activity. The Measures Registry is a searchable database of
- [Just released: NCCOR’s 2018 Annual Report](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/just-released-nccors-2018-annual-report/) - NCCOR’s 2018 Annual Report, “A Decade of Transforming Childhood Obesity Research,” showcases accomplishments from the last year and the last decade, as the Collaborative celebrates 10 years since it was first launched. In 2018, NCCOR: Updated more than 70 systems in the Catalogue of Surveillance Systems and added five new systems including NCI’s Family Life, Activity, Sun, Health, and Eating (FLASHE) study, and
- [NCCOR Celebrates 10 Years](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/nccor-celebrates-10-years/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) launched a decade ago with a clear vision: to bring together the nation’s leading health research funders to address the problem of childhood obesity in America. This year, NCCOR is celebrating 10 years of working together to advance the field. By building on the strengths and perspectives
- [Did You Know: NCCOR’s Measures Registry can enhance your grant proposal?](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/did-you-know-nccors-measures-registry-can-enhance-your-grant-proposal/) - Are you working on an upcoming grant proposal? Consider using NCCOR’s Measures Registry to strengthen your proposal. The Measures Registry is a searchable database of diet and physical activity measures relevant to childhood obesity research. Its purpose is to standardize the use of common measures and research methods across childhood obesity research at the individual,
- [NCCOR at Nutrition 2019](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/nccor-at-nutrition-2019/) - Next month, NCCOR will attend Nutrition 2019, held by the American Society for Nutrition (ASN), for the first time. This annual meeting will convene 3,600 of the top scientific researchers, practitioners, global and public health professionals, policy makers, advocacy leaders, media and other related professionals to discuss the latest nutrition research. NCCOR will be holding
- [Childhood obesity rates decline among WIC-enrolled children](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/childhood-obesity-rates-decline-among-wic-enrolled-children/) - Today, obesity rates in the United States are high, affecting 93.3 million American adults and 13.7 million American children. However, new data recently shared in the Journal of the American Medical Association, shares additional signs of progress in declining prevalence of childhood obesity in some populations. New data showed that obesity among WIC-enrolled 2- to
- [NCCOR at the 10th Biennial Childhood Obesity Conference!](https://www.nccor.org/events/nccor-at-the-10th-biennial-childhood-obesity-conference/) - Heading to the nation’s largest childhood obesity conference? We’ll see you there! The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) will be in Anaheim, California, for the 10th Biennial Childhood Obesity Conference. NCCOR is joining 2,000 professionals from around the country to share and discuss emerging research and best practices for reducing childhood obesity. On
- [NCCOR's Global Reach](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/nccors-global-reach/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research has been providing resources, tools, and information to the field for the last 10 years across the United States but did you know that NCCOR's tools are also used in other countries? With the rates of childhood obesity on the rise in many countries, it’s no surprise that
- [NCCOR Celebrates 10 Years During National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/nccor-celebrates-10-years-during-national-childhood-obesity-awareness-month/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) launched a decade ago with a clear vision: to bring together the nation’s leading health research funders to address the problem of childhood obesity in America. This year, during National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, NCCOR is celebrating 10 years of working together to advance the field. By
- [NCCOR Releases New Measures Registry Learning Modules](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/nccor-releases-new-measures-registry-learning-modules/) - Washington, DC –Today, the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) is unveiling an exciting new resource that will help researchers, practitioners, students, and faculty understand key measurement concepts for research and evaluation projects related to nutrition and physical activity. NCCOR has developed 17 Measures Registry Learning Modules—including a module that introduces the series and
- [Now Live: NCCOR’s Measures Registry Learning Modules](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/now-live-nccors-measures-registry-learning-modules/) - Washington, DC –This month, the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) unveiled an exciting new resource to help researchers, practitioners, students, and faculty understand key measurement concepts for research and evaluation projects related to nutrition and physical activity. The Measures Registry Learning Modules includes an introductory module and four modules for each domain of
- [Healthy Eating Research Releases Beverage Recommendations for Children Aged 0–5](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/healthy-eating-research-releases-beverage-recommendations-for-children-aged-0-5/) - Leading medical and nutrition organizations recommend breast milk, infant formula, water, and plain milk as part of a new set of comprehensive beverage recommendations for children aged 0–5. The groups caution against beverages with lots of added sugar such as flavored milks and sugar-sweetened juices, and non-dairy milks. The recommendations were developed as part of
- [NEW: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Releases First-Ever “State of Childhood Obesity” Report](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/new-robert-wood-johnson-foundation-releases-first-ever-state-of-childhood-obesity-report/) - This month, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation released the first-ever edition of State of Childhood Obesity: Helping All Children Grow Up Healthy, a new report that will be produced annually. The report includes the best available data on national and state childhood obesity rates, recommends policies that can help address the epidemic, and shares stories
- [NCCOR Is Going To APHA 2019!](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/nccor-is-going-to-apha-2019/) - NCCOR is headed to Philadelphia, PA for the American Public Health Association (APHA) 2019 Annual Meeting and Expo! More than 12,000 public health professionals will gather from Nov. 2-6 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. This year’s theme is “Creating the Healthiest Nation: For Science. For Action. For Health.” Stop by the NCCOR booth (#1232) in
- [NCCOR Tools 101](https://www.nccor.org/nccor/nccor-tools-101/) - NCCOR has a variety of free tools and resources that can assist graduate students studying public health, nutrition, and kinesiology succeed with their coursework and research. Work efficiently and effectively knowing these tools are created by reputable experts in the field. These resources can help you select the most appropriate measures or datasets for your
- [NCCOR Resources for Students](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/nccor-resources-for-students/) - With the school year in full swing, NCCOR is excited to launch a brand new resource for students—the NCCOR Student Hub. The NCCOR Student Hub will highlight all the tools and resources that public health and other graduate students studying diet and physical activity can use to enhance coursework and research projects. NCCOR’s resources can assist
- [NEW: CDC’s Report to Congress on the Childhood Obesity Research Demonstration (CORD) Project](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/new-cdcs-report-to-congress-on-the-childhood-obesity-research-demonstration-cord-project/) - Childhood obesity affects 13.7 million children in the United States, and rates tend to be higher in children and adolescents from families with lower incomes. To combat this, CDC developed the Childhood Obesity Research Demonstration (CORD) project to implement effective interventions to reduce obesity among lower-income children, aged 2–12. Last month, CDC released a report
- [NCCOR Year in Review: 2019](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/nccor-year-in-review-2019/) - It’s been another busy and productive year for the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research. This year, NCCOR launched brand-new resources, collaborated across agencies through workshops, disseminated information at multiple conferences, and more. Here are some highlights of what NCCOR did in 2019: Enhanced the Measures Registry Resource Suite by launching the new Measures Registry Learning
- [The Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program Produce Prescription Program](https://www.nccor.org/funding-opportunities/the-gus-schumacher-nutrition-incentive-program-produce-prescription-program/)
- [How To Use The Measures Registry Resource Suite](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/how-to-use-the-measures-registry-resource-suite/) - Trying to figure out if the Measures Registry Resource Suite is for you and how to use it for your research? Check out this new flow chart to help you navigate.
- [NCCOR’s New Youth Compendium Fact Sheet for Classroom Teachers](https://www.nccor.org/news/nccors-new-youth-compendium-fact-sheet-for-classroom-teachers/) - This month, the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) released a new fact sheet that shows classroom teachers how to incorporate the Youth Compendium of Physical Activities into their curricula. The Youth Compendium provides a list of 196 common activities in which youth participate and the estimated energy cost associated with each activity. This
- [NCCOR Releases New White Paper: “Advancing Measurement of Individual Behaviors Related to Childhood Obesity: Implications and Recommendations for the Field”](https://www.nccor.org/news/nccor-releases-new-white-paper-advancing-measurement-of-individual-behaviors-related-to-childhood-obesity-implications-and-recommendations-for-the-field/) - This month, NCCOR released a new white paper following a workshop convened on May 20-21, 2019, called “Advancing Measurement of Individual Behaviors Related to Childhood Obesity.” This workshop was the first in a series of three workshops funded by The JPB Foundation and focused on measurement needs to capture individual behaviors related to childhood obesity.
- [NCCOR is going to the Active Living Conference 2020!](https://www.nccor.org/events/nccor-is-going-to-the-active-living-conference-2020/) - Next month, NCCOR is headed to Orlando, FL for the Active Living Conference (ALC) 2020! This conference brings together scientists, practitioners, and policy makers to share ideas to increase physical activity in diverse settings. On Monday, February 3, from 12:45 – 1:45 p.m. in Room Majestic Palm D, NCCOR will host a special student-focused session,
- [Click, Click, Cook: Online Grocery Shopping Leaves ‘Food Deserts’ Behind](https://www.nccor.org/news/click-click-cook-online-grocery-shopping-leaves-food-deserts-behind/) - On February 20, the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) will host a Connect & Explore webinar titled, “Click, Click, Cook: Online Grocery Shopping Leaves ‘Food Deserts’ Behind.” The webinar will provide a brief overview of a study recently published in JAMA, “Availability of Grocery Delivery to Food Deserts in States Participating in the
- [NCCOR Unveils the Student Hub Webpage](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/nccor-unveils-the-student-hub-webpage/) - This month, NCCOR launched the new Student Hub! Students and faculty focused on public health and nutrition will find key resources to support coursework and research all in one place. Discover free tools and materials created by experts, along with real-world student case studies. Work efficiently and effectively knowing you are using tools that top
- [NCCOR’s Tools in Action: Featuring the Summer Physical Activity and Friendship Study](https://www.nccor.org/webinars/nccors-tools-in-action-featuring-the-summer-physical-activity-and-friendship-study/) - On March 5, 2020 the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) is hosting its first student-focused Connect & Explore Webinar. The webinar will feature Tyler Prochnow, a Baylor University graduate student, who will share his experience using NCCOR's Measures Registry to enhance his project with the Boys & Girls Clubs of America. His longitudinal study aims to add to the literature
- [Just Released: NCCOR’s 2019 Annual Report](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/just-released-nccors-2019-annual-report/) - This month, NCCOR released the 2019 Annual Report, “Building the Future,” which highlights accomplishments from its tenth year. Here’s a glimpse into some of what NCCOR did last year! In 2019, NCCOR: Released the Measures Registry Learning Modules, a series of 5 to 15-minute videos that highlight concepts from the four domain-specific Measures Registry User
- [NCCOR’s Tools Support Distance Learning](https://www.nccor.org/2020-webinars/nccors-tools-support-distance-learning/) - As classrooms go virtual and distance learning becomes the new normal, finding trustworthy, online resources as a student or professor may be challenging. NCCOR's Student Hub makes remote learning easier! We provide students and faculty with free, time-saving, reliable tools to support your coursework and classroom. All of these resources are available anytime online! NCCOR has a variety of resources
- [Childhood Obesity Resources Related to COVID-19](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/childhood-obesity-resources-related-to-covid-19/) - With children staying at home during the pandemic, risk factors for obesity are on the rise. This comes as no surprise, as research finds children are more likely to gain weight during summer months when they are home from school. Whether you are a teacher, parent, researcher, or practitioner, we all have a role to
- [NEW! Spanish Translation of NCCOR’s Youth Compendium of Physical Activities](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/new-spanish-translation-of-nccors-youth-compendium-of-physical-activities/) - Great news for Spanish-language childhood obesity and physical activity researchers and practitioners: NCCOR’s Youth Compendium of Physical Activities is now available in Spanish! The Youth Compendium of Physical Activities provides a list of 196 common activities in which youth participate and the estimated energy cost associated with each activity. The Spanish version includes activities common
- [¡NUEVO! Traducción al Español del Compendio de actividades físicas para niños, niñas y adolescentes de NCCOR](https://www.nccor.org/news/nuevo-traduccion-al-espanol-del-compendio-de-actividades-fisicas-para-ninos-ninas-y-adolescentes-de-nccor/) - Buenas noticias para los investigadores y profesionales de la salud de habla hispana dedicados a la investigación en actividad física y obesidad infantil: ¡El Compendio de actividades físicas para niños, niñas y adolescentes ahora está disponible en Español! El Compendio de actividades físicas para niños, niñas y adolescentes proporciona una lista de 196 actividades en
- [NCCOR at SNEB 2020](https://www.nccor.org/news/nccor-at-sneb-2020/) - If you’re attending SNEB this week, get to know more about the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) and all the resources we have to offer nutrition education professionals. NCCOR is a collaborative between the nation’s four leading science research funders: the Centers for Disease Control, the National Institutes of Health, the Robert Wood
- [NCCOR Celebrates National Parks and Recreation Month](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/nccor-celebrates-national-parks-and-recreation-month/) - In honor of National Parks and Recreation Month, NCCOR is sharing tools and resources for childhood obesity researchers and practitioners related to getting active outdoors! Americans across the country are still advised to socially distance and generally stay at home, visiting parks can be a great way to get some fresh air and exercise (while
- [6 Ways Graduate Students Can Get an Edge in School](https://www.nccor.org/news/6-ways-graduate-students-can-get-an-edge-in-school/) - It’s almost National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month (NCOAM), and school is starting up again. Start the school year off strong during NCOAM with free resources and tools from NCCOR! NCCOR’s resources can assist graduate students in all types of health programs to select the most appropriate measures or datasets for projects. NCCOR’s tools have also
- [New from NCCOR: “A Guide to Methods for Assessing Childhood Obesity”](https://www.nccor.org/news/new-from-nccor-a-guide-to-methods-for-assessing-childhood-obesity/) - Measurement is a fundamental component of all forms of research—that’s why it’s a top priority for NCCOR to promote accurate measurement by encouraging the consistent use of high-quality, comparable methods across childhood obesity prevention and research. In keeping with this mission, today, NCCOR released a brand new tool for those working on assessing childhood obesity.
- [Identification of measurement needs to prevent childhood obesity in high-risk populations](https://www.nccor.org/news/identification-of-measurement-needs-to-prevent-childhood-obesity-in-high-risk-populations/) - Washington D.C. -- A new paper published today in The American Journal of Preventive Medicine describes available diet and physical activity measures from The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) for populations at high-risk for obesity. The paper, Identification of measurement needs to prevent childhood obesity in high-risk populations and environments, reviews NCCOR’s landmark
- [Childhood Obesity Evidence Base (COEB): Test of a Novel Taxonomic Meta-Analytic Method](https://www.nccor.org/news/childhood-obesity-evidence-base-coeb-test-of-a-novel-taxonomic-meta-analytic-method/) - Childhood Obesity published four papers highlighting findings from the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research’s (NCCOR) Childhood Obesity Evidence Base (COEB) Project, a collaborative effort between NCCOR and Mission Measurement. The papers are accompanied by commentaries by Dr. Shiriki Kumanyika, Dr. Christina Economos, and Dr. Debra Haire-Joshu. The four articles and two commentaries in this supplement
- [Visit NCCOR Virtually at APHA and ObesityWeek Interactive](https://www.nccor.org/events/visit-nccor-virtually-at-apha-and-obesityweek-interactive/) - A lot of things look different this year, including conferences. Virtual conferences are a great opportunity to network and learn something new and give you the flexibility to view sessions and posters at a time that works for you. NCCOR is excited to virtually attend the American Public Health Association (APHA) Annual Meeting and ObesityWeek®
- [NCCOR Releases New White Paper: Advancing Measurement for High-Risk Populations and Communities Related to Childhood Obesity](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/nccor-releases-new-white-paper-advancing-measurement-for-high-risk-populations-and-communities-related-to-childhood-obesity/) - This month, NCCOR released the second white paper based on a series of workshops on advancing measurement for childhood obesity. The white paper, titled “Advancing Measurement for High-Risk Populations and Communities Related to Childhood Obesity” describes the workshop held on September 23-24, 2019. The workshop series was funded by The JPB Foundation. Leading research and
- [New from NCCOR! Measures for children at high-risk for obesity: Choosing whether to apply, adapt, or develop a measure](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/new-from-nccor-measurement-for-children-at-high-risk-for-obesity-choosing-whether-to-apply-adapt-or-develop-a-measure/) - This month, NCCOR released a resource to bolster measurement of children at high-risk for obesity. “High-risk populations” are children and families residing in communities where the risk of obesity and related comorbidities may be highest. Factors related to high risk for obesity include an individual’s race and ethnicity, education, income, urbanicity, region of the country,
- [New from NCCOR: A Review on Improving Access To and Use of Trails Among Youth in Under-Resourced Communities](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/new-from-nccor-a-review-on-improving-access-to-and-use-of-trails-among-youth-in-under-resourced-communities/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) recently published Identification of Effective Programs to Improve Access to and Use of Trails among Youth from Under-Resourced Communities: A Review in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. One of NCCOR’s major goals is to address health disparities related to nutrition, physical activity, and
- [NEW from NCCOR: “Advancing Measurement of Environmental and Policy Influences on Childhood Obesity”](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/new-from-nccor-advancing-measurement-of-environmental-and-policy-influences-on-childhood-obesity/) - This month, NCCOR released the third and final white paper based on a series of workshops on advancing measurement for childhood obesity. The white paper, titled “Advancing Measurement of Environmental and Policy Influences on Childhood Obesity,” describes the workshop held on February 27–28, 2020. The workshop series was funded by The JPB Foundation. Leading research
- [Improving research on children at high risk for obesity: When to apply, adapt, or develop a measure ](https://www.nccor.org/news/improving-research-on-children-at-high-risk-for-obesity-when-to-apply-adapt-or-develop-a-measure/) - On Tuesday, January 26, 2021, the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) is hosting a Connect & Explore Webinar called “Improving research on children at high risk for obesity: When to apply, adapt, or develop a measure.” The webinar will highlight NCCOR’s latest resource, Measures for Children at High Risk for Obesity, which includes an interactive decision tree that walks researchers and
- [NCCOR Year in Review: 2020](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/nccor-year-in-review-2020/) - Though 2020 was a challenging year for many reasons, NCCOR had one of its most successful years yet. This year, NCCOR launched brand-new resources, collaborated across agencies through workshops, disseminated information at multiple conferences, and more. A special thanks to NCCOR members who worked tirelessly to keep us safe, took on extra work, and worked
- [NCCOR Showcase: Highlighting New Projects, Tools, and Resources](https://www.nccor.org/events/nccor-showcase-highlighting-new-projects-tools-and-resources/) - On Wednesday, February 10, 2021, the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) is hosting a Connect & Explore webinar called “NCCOR Showcase: Highlighting New Projects, Tools, and Resources.” The webinar will give an overview of NCCOR and highlight project successes from the past few years. We will highlight the Measures for Children at High Risk for Obesity Decision
- [New from NCCOR: A Brief on Programs Promoting Trail Use to Youth from Under-Resourced Communities](https://www.nccor.org/news/new-from-nccor-a-brief-on-programs-promoting-trail-use-to-youth-from-under-resourced-communities/) - This month, NCCOR released a new program brief titled “Increasing the Health and Physical Activity of Youth from Under-Resourced Communities through Trail Programs.” The brief is based on a review of gray literature sources (e.g., websites, government or organizational reports, success stories) to identify programs promoting trail use among youth that are accompanied by process
- [Childhood Obesity Evidence Base: Using NCCOR’s Newest Dataset to Examine Childhood Obesity Interventions](https://www.nccor.org/news/the-childhood-obesity-evidence-base-using-nccors-newest-dataset-to-examine-childhood-obesity-interventions/) - On Wednesday, March 24, 2021, the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) is hosting a Connect & Explore webinar called “Childhood Obesity Evidence Base: Using NCCOR’s Newest Dataset to Examine Childhood Obesity Interventions.” The webinar will provide an overview of the Childhood Obesity Evidence Base and lead participants through the process of conducting a taxonomic meta-analysis using this
- [New Update to NCCOR’s Measures Registry](https://www.nccor.org/news/new-update-to-nccors-measures-registry/) - NCCOR recently conducted an update of the Measures Registry and added over 250 new articles and 136 new measures! The Registry is used by researchers, practitioners, and students to answer research and evaluation questions related to four domains of childhood obesity research: individual diet, food environment, individual physical activity, and physical activity environment. The Measures Registry is a searchable database of more than 1,600 articles
- [NCCOR’s 2020 Annual Report: New Paths to Equity](https://www.nccor.org/news/nccors-2020-annual-report-new-paths-to-equity/) - This month, NCCOR released its 2020 Annual Report, “New Paths to Equity.” Throughout the past year, NCCOR continued to examine issues of equity and explore the role of social determinants of health in reducing childhood obesity. Interventions on the social determinants of health became especially critical during the global pandemic, as the novel coronavirus disproportionately
- [NCCOR Updates the Catalogue of Surveillance Systems](https://www.nccor.org/news/nccor-updates-the-catalogue-of-surveillance-systems/) - NCCOR’s Catalogue of Surveillance Systems provides one-stop access to more than 100 surveys and other data sets, allowing users to search and select surveys that provide a wealth of data at the national, state, and local levels. Each system includes a range of variables related to childhood obesity, such as health behaviors, outcomes, and determinants
- [Upcoming Connect & Explore Webinar Series: Childhood Obesity Research Across Borders](https://www.nccor.org/news/upcoming-connect-explore-webinar-series-childhood-obesity-research-across-borders/) - This summer, the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR), in collaboration with the Fogarty International Center’s Center for Global Health Studies (CGHS), will host the Childhood Obesity Research Across Borders webinar series. These two webinars will identify the synergies between childhood obesity research conducted in Latin America and among Latino populations in the United
- [Trail Use Webinar Now Available for Free CEUs](https://www.nccor.org/news/trail-use-webinar-now-available-for-free-ceus/) - NCCOR’s trail use workgroup took center stage during a recent webinar sponsored by American Trails, a non-profit organization dedicated to creating and protecting recreational trails. More than 800 people registered for the April 22nd event titled “Effective Programs to Improve Access and Use of Trails for Youth from Under-Resourced Communities.” Julian Reed, EdD, MPH, Furman University; Mike Hill, ASLA, U.S. Forest Service; David Brown, PhD, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; and Van Do, MPH,
- [Childhood Obesity Research Across Borders: The Physical Environment](https://www.nccor.org/news/childhood-obesity-research-across-borders-the-physical-environment/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR), in collaboration with the Fogarty International Center’s Center for Global Health Studies (CGHS), will host the second in a two-part webinar series on Tuesday, July 20 from noon-1:00 p.m. ET. The webinar, titled “Childhood Obesity Research Across Borders: The Physical Environment” will explore how the physical and food
- [Head Back to School with NCCOR during National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month](https://www.nccor.org/news/head-back-to-school-with-nccor-during-national-childhood-obesity-awareness-month/) - This September, NCCOR will recognize National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month (NCOAM) by featuring our best academic resources. Whether you are a graduate student, professor, or K-12 teacher, NCCOR can support your work this upcoming school year. Elementary, middle, and high school teachers, visit the NCCOR website when you need to: Plan a class or program
- [Introducing: A Toolkit on Evaluating Childhood Healthy Weight Programs](https://www.nccor.org/news/introducing-a-toolkit-on-evaluating-childhood-healthy-weight-programs/) - Improve your program’s effectiveness and sustainability with NCCOR’s newest resource, A Toolkit for Evaluating Childhood Healthy Weight Programs. This comprehensive online tool draws from experts in the fields of research, public health, and pediatric medicine to explain the stages of effective evaluation for childhood healthy weight programs. NCCOR developed the toolkit to help researchers, practitioners, and community programs gain confidence
- [Assessing the Children’s Food and Beverage Advertising Initiative ](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/assessing-the-childrens-food-and-beverage-advertising-initiative/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) is partnering with the Rudd Center for Food Policy and Obesity and RTI International to host a Connect & Explore webinar. The webinar will review the impact that the Children’s Food and Beverage Advertising Initiative (CFBAI) has made since its inception in 2006. CFBAI is a voluntary industry initiative in which companies
- [NCCOR Annual Showcase: Highlighting New Projects, Tools, and Resources](https://www.nccor.org/webinars/upcoming/nccor-annual-showcase-highlighting-new-projects-tools-and-resources/) - On Monday, February 7, 2022, the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) is hosting a Connect & Explore webinar called “NCCOR Annual Showcase: Highlighting New Projects, Tools, and Resources.” The webinar will give an overview of NCCOR and highlight project successes from the past year. We will highlight the following projects: Youth Active Travel
- [NCCOR Looks at the Benefits of Improving the Built Environment](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/nccor-looks-at-the-benefits-of-improving-the-built-environment/) - This past month, NCCOR published a “Systematic Review on Quantifying Pedestrian Injury When Evaluating Changes to the Built Environment” in Preventive Medicine Reports. Research shows that walkable communities have a positive impact on health, but there is a lack of evidence about additional benefits, such as improved social cohesion on injury prevention, which may foster
- [NCCOR’s 2021 Annual Report Looks at Strides Made in Promoting Healthy Environments for Kids](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/nccors-2021-annual-report-looks-at-strides-made-in-promoting-healthy-environments-for-kids/) - NCCOR recently published its 2021 annual report titled Creating Environments to Grow, Move, & Thrive. It highlights how NCCOR members have advanced the field of childhood obesity research in 2021, with a special focus on how environments shape children’s nutrition and physical activity. NCCOR approached this research with the goal of eliminating health disparities and
- [New from NCCOR: Create Thriving, Activity-Friendly Communities](https://www.nccor.org/uncategorized/new-from-nccor-create-thriving-activity-friendly-communities/) - Promote the health of your community with NCCOR’s newest tool, Create Thriving, Activity-Friendly Communities: Making the Case for Investments in Activity-Friendly Communities. This new resource collection builds on NCCOR’s years of physical activity research, by helping public health practitioners, decision-makers, and community members make the business case for investing in activity-friendly environments. On the NCCOR website,
- [NCCOR Supports Active, Healthy Communities with New Resource and Webinar](https://www.nccor.org/news/nccor-supports-active-healthy-communities-with-new-resource-and-webinar/) - NCCOR has added a new planning tool and an upcoming training webinar to its growing list of resources supporting active communities. Launched in May 2022, Create Thriving, Activity-Friendly Communities demonstrates how to make the business case for investing in equitable, environmental improvements to promote physical activity. Now, NCCOR has expanded this resource with the launch of its highly anticipated Economic Indicators Library. The library contains 10 data indicators affecting local quality of life, such as air quality, housing affordability, green
- [NCCOR Plans an Exciting Line-Up of Events at APHA 2022!](https://www.nccor.org/news/8715/) - Join NCCOR from November 6-9th at the American Public Health Association’s (APHA) Annual Meeting in Boston. This year’s theme, 150 Years of Creating the Healthiest Nation: Leading the Path Toward Equity, celebrates APHA’s legacy of public health leadership and a shared commitment to advancing public health equity. NCCOR will be in-person at this year’s conference. You can

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- [Notice of Special Interest (NOSI): Administrative Supplements for Assessing Capacity to Address Obesity for Cancer Prevention and Control](https://www.nccor.org/notice-of-special-interest-nosi-administrative-supplements-for-assessing-capacity-to-address-obesity-for-cancer-prevention-and-control/) - Purpose: The Division of Cancer Control and Population Sciences (DCCPS) at the National Cancer Institute (NCI) announces this Notice of Special Interest (NOSI) to encourage NCI-funded investigators to apply for administrative supplement funds to support research addressing obesity for cancer prevention and control. Ongoing developments in obesity prevention indicate that using multiple policy, systems, and
- [School Food System Transformation Grant](https://www.nccor.org/addressing-childhood-obesity-and-health-inequities-supporting-sustaining-and-evolving-the-field/) - Purpose: Project SCALES (Supporting Community Agriculture and Local Education Systems) is funded by a cooperative agreement between the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food and Nutrition Service and the Center for School and Community Partnerships at Boise State University. This funding opportunity is part of the USDA Healthy Meals Incentives Initiative’s School Food System
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- [Healthy Eating Research 2024 Call for Proposals](https://www.nccor.org/healthy-eating-research-2024-call-for-proposals/) - Purpose: The purpose of this call for proposals (CFP) is to generate evidence on supportive family policies and programs that have strong potential to impact equitable access to nutritious food in communities, nutrition security, diet quality, and improved nutrition and health outcomes. We are especially interested in strategies to improve health outcomes for families with
- [Coordinating Center to Support Multi-Sectoral Preventive Interventions that Address Social Determinants of Health in Populations that Experience Health Disparities (U24, Clinical Trial Not Allowed)](https://www.nccor.org/coordinating-center-to-support-multi-sectoral-preventive-interventions-that-address-social-determinants-of-health-in-populations-that-experience-health-disparities-u24-clinical-trial-not-allowed/) - Purpose: The purpose of this NOFO is to seek applications for a Coordinating Center (CC) for the Multi-Sectoral Preventive Interventions (MSPI) Research Network. Members of the Multi-Sectoral Preventive Interventions (MSPI) Research Network, including the CC and separately funded research projects, will work collaboratively with the NIH to test prospective multi-sectoral preventive interventions that address social
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- [The Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program - Produce Prescription Program](https://www.nccor.org/the-gus-schumacher-nutrition-incentive-program-produce-prescription-program/) - Purpose: The primary goal and objective of the GusNIP Produce Prescription Program is to demonstrate and evaluate the impact of projects on (1) the improvement of dietary health through increased consumption of fruits and vegetables; (2) the reduction of individual and household food insecurity; and (3) the reduction in healthcare use and associated costs. Receipt
- [Notice of Special Interest (NOSI): Data Informed, Place-Based Community-Engaged Research to Advance Health Equity](https://www.nccor.org/notice-of-special-interest-nosi-data-informed-place-based-community-engaged-research-to-advance-health-equity/) - Purpose: The purpose of this NOSI is to stimulate community-engaged research that leverages geospatial data to probe the influence of geographic factors on disease development and health outcomes. Our goal is to use place-based research to help advance health equity in different communities. Applicants must select the IC and associated NOFO to use for submission
- [RIDGE Program](https://www.nccor.org/ridge-program/) - Purpose: The RIDGE Partnership supports innovative research on food and nutrition assistance programs and aims to broaden the network of researchers applying their expertise to USDA topics. This extramural grants program seeks applications from a diverse community of experienced food and nutrition assistance researchers, early career scholars, and established researchers who bring expertise in another
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- [Maximizing the Scientific Value of Data Generated by the Environmental Influences on Child Health Outcomes (ECHO) Program: Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award (NRSA) Individual Postdoctoral Fellowship (F32)](https://www.nccor.org/maximizing-the-scientific-value-of-data-generated-by-the-environmental-influences-on-child-health-outcomes-echo-program-ruth-l-kirschstein-national-research-service-award-nrsa-individual-postdoc/)
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- [Green Health Resources](https://www.nccor.org/projects/greenhealth/resources/) - October 2011 Green Health: Building Sustainable Schools for Healthy Kids NCCOR Green Health Workshop report Workshop speaker videos Exploring Distributed Surveillance Systems for Physical Activity Monitoring (James McClain, National Cancer Institute) Green Building Information Gateway: Developing Data System for Environmental Design Research (Chris Pyke, U.S. Green Building Council) Green Health Glossary Definitions of selected terms
- [NINR Clinical Trial Planning Grant (R34 Clinical Trial Required)](https://www.nccor.org/ninr-clinical-trial-planning-grant-r34-clinical-trial-required/) - Any individual(s) with the skills, knowledge, and resources necessary to carry out the proposed research as the Program Director(s)/Principal Investigator(s) (PD(s)/PI(s)) is invited to work with his/her organization to develop an application for support. Individuals from underrepresented racial and ethnic groups as well as individuals with disabilities are always encouraged to apply for NIH support.
- [Leadership for Better Health: National Program Center](https://www.nccor.org/leadership-for-better-health-national-program-center/) - Purpose: The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation's Health Policy Research Scholars Program (HPRS) is a four-year national leadership development program for full-time doctoral students from nonclinical, academic disciplines with a policy focus¿students who are committed to ensuring their research is aligned with the health needs of communities. The program is focused on researchers who want to
- [Health Data for Action: Leveraging Health Data for Actionable Insights (Data Access Award)](https://www.nccor.org/health-data-for-action-leveraging-health-data-for-actionable-insights-data-access-award/) - Purpose: The Health Data for Action: Leveraging Health Data for Actionable Insights (Data Access Award) (HD4A) program will support innovative research that uses the available data to answer important research questions. Applicants under this Call for Proposals (CFP) will write a proposal for a research study using data from one of the following four data providers:
- [Healthy Food Financing Initiative](https://www.nccor.org/healthy-food-financing-initiative/) - Purpose: The purpose of HFFI is to improve access to affordable, healthy foods in urban and rural areas, particularly areas composed predominantly of lower income neighborhoods and communities. Thus far funded through the Health and Human Services’ Community Economic Development Program and Treasury’s CDFI Fund, HFFI has distributed $220 million in grants since 2011; allocated
- [Internal Resources](https://www.nccor.org/internalresources/) - Highlights of NCCOR Accomplishments & Activities February 2018-Septepmber 2018 July 2017-January 2018 February 2017-July 2017 September 2016-February 2017 Overview of Active Workgroups Resources Proposed Project Form Template The Pathway to NCCOR Projects Infographic PowerPoint Presentations NCCOR Presentation Template NCCOR Tools Presentation Slides (April 2018) Add any of these four slides highlighting the Measures Registry, User
- [Session 1 Webinar Recording](https://www.nccor.org/projects/engaging-healthcare-providers-systems/resources/session-1-webinar-recording/)
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- [Farm to School Grant Program](https://www.nccor.org/farm-to-school-grant-program/) - Purpose: The Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act (NSLA) establishes a Farm to School Program in order to assist eligible entities, through grants and technical assistance, in implementing farm to school programs that improve access to local foods in eligible schools. To fulfill the farm to school mandate in the NSLA, $5 million is
- [Special Solicitation on Beverage Consumption in Early Childhood](https://www.nccor.org/special-solicitation-on-beverage-consumption-in-early-childhood/) - Purpose: All proposed studies in response to this CFP must have a clear impact on 0- to 5-year-olds and address one or more of the following topic areas (topics are not in any particular order). Also, all studies must have the potential to impact groups at highest risk for obesity and poor nutrition, such as
- [Packaging and Spreading Proven Pediatric Weight Management Interventions for Use by Low-Income Families](https://www.nccor.org/packaging-and-spreading-proven-pediatric-weight-management-interventions-for-use-by-low-income-families-2/) - Purpose: The purpose of this NOFO is to increase the availability and number of packaged effective pediatric weight management interventions (PWMI) that can be used by healthcare, community or public health organizations to serve low-income children and their caregivers. This will be achieved by having researchers take existing evidence based PWMI, and convert them into
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- [Packaging and Spreading Proven Pediatric Weight Management Interventions for Use by Low-Income Families](https://www.nccor.org/packaging-and-spreading-proven-pediatric-weight-management-interventions-for-use-by-low-income-families/) - Purpose: The purpose of this NOFO is to increase the availability and number of packaged effective pediatric weight management interventions (PWMI) that can be used by healthcare, community or public health organizations to serve low-income children and their caregivers. This will be achieved by having researchers take existing evidence based PWMI, and convert them into
- [HEI Resources](https://www.nccor.org/projects/hei/resources/) - Websites NCI HEI website USDA HEI website Publications and Journal Articles HEI-2015 update: Krebs-Smith SM, Pannucci TE, Subar AF, Kirkpatrick SI, Lerman JL, Tooze JA, Wilson MM, Reedy J. Update of the Healthy Eating Index: HEI-2015. J Acad Nutr Dietet. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jand.2018.05.021. Reedy J, Lerman JL, Krebs-Smith SM, Kirkpatrick SI, Pannucci TE, Wilson MM, Subar AF,
- [2019 RWJF Culture of Health Prize](https://www.nccor.org/2019-rwjf-culture-of-health-prize/) - Purpose: The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) Culture of Health Prize (the Prize) recognizes communities that have come together around a commitment to health, opportunity, and equity through collaboration and inclusion, especially with historically marginalized populations and those facing the greatest barriers to good health. The Prize honors those communities that are working to give
- [Using Photos to Visualize the HEI-2010](https://www.nccor.org/projects/hei/photos/) - TABLE 1 The 12 HEI-2010 Components Adequacy Total Fruit Whole Fruit Total Vegetables Greens and Beans Whole Grains Dairy Total Protein Foods Seafood and Plant Proteins Fatty Acids Moderation Refined Grains Sodium Empty Calories On this website, you will find examples of how the previous version of the HEI, HEI-2010, was used by researchers to
- [Healthy Eating Index](https://www.nccor.org/projects/hei/) - Although people do choose what to eat and drink, they can only choose from among foods and beverages that are available to them. Helping people have healthy food choices is an important part of efforts to reduce childhood obesity in America and a goal of the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR). Where do
- [Applying HEI-2010 scores to actual foods](https://www.nccor.org/projects/hei/applying-hei-2010-scores-to-actual-foods/) - Learn how HEI scores can be applied to actual foods See the HEI photos. Watch a video about a study using the Healthy Eating Index See the HEI-2010 Total and Individual Component Scores for the U.S. Food Supply, 1970-2010. Healthy Diet and Healthy Eating Index Infographics Series 1Here are the elements of a
- [Youth Energy Expenditure](https://www.nccor.org/projects/youth-energy/) - In 2012, the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) formed a Youth Energy Expenditure (YEE) workgroup to support research efforts to achieve consensus on methods and measures for establishing youth energy expenditure values. This is important for efforts to reduce childhood obesity because standardized measures to quantify the amount of energy children expend during
- [Healthy Eating Research: Building Evidence to Promote Health and Well-Being Among  Children Through Nutritious Foods and Beverages](https://www.nccor.org/healthy-eating-research-building-evidence-to-promote-health-and-well-being-among-children-through-nutritious-foods-and-beverages/) - Purpose: Healthy Eating Research is an RWJF national program. Its goals are to: Establish a research base for PSE strategies that promote the health and well-being of children at the population level, primarily through achieving healthy dietary patterns without excess weight gain. Build a vibrant, multidisciplinary field of research and a diverse network of researchers.
- [Engaging Health Care Providers and Systems](https://www.nccor.org/projects/engaging-healthcare-providers-systems/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) seeks to gather findings from research relevant to childhood obesity prevention that can be translated and used in clinical and community settings. The NCCOR Engaging Health Care Providers and Systems project proposes to help identify partnerships and foster engagement between clinical settings (including hospitals and health care
- [Evidence for Action: Making Health a Shared Value](https://www.nccor.org/evidence-for-action-making-health-a-shared-value/) - Purpose: The purpose of this call for proposals (CFP) is to improve our understanding of the Action Area 1 drivers* and outcomes related to health, well-being and equity, particularly with respect to disadvantaged children and families. A current lack of empirical evidence limits our ability to identify strategies with the potential to “drive” this
- [Healthy Habits: Timing for Developing Sustainable Healthy Behaviors in Children and Adolescents  (R01 Clinical Trial Optional)](https://www.nccor.org/healthy-habits-timing-for-developing-sustainable-healthy-behaviors-in-children-and-adolescents-r01-clinical-trial-optional/) - Purpose: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA), issued by the National Institute of Nursing Research (NINR), is intended to encourage Research Project Grant (R01) applications that employ innovative research to identify mechanisms of influence and/or promote positive sustainable health behavior(s) in children and youth (birth to age 18). Positive health behaviors may include: developing healthy sleep
- [Diet and Physical Activity Assessment Methodology (R21 Clinical Trial Optional)](https://www.nccor.org/diet-and-physical-activity-assessment-methodology-r21-clinical-trial-optional/) - Purpose: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) encourages innovative research to enhance the quality of measurements of dietary intake and physical activity. Applications submitted to this FOA may include development of: novel assessment approaches; better methods to evaluate instruments; assessment tools for culturally diverse populations or various age groups, including children and older adults; improved technology
- [Obesity and Asthma: Awareness and Self- Management (R01 Clinical Trial Optional)](https://www.nccor.org/obesity-and-asthma-awareness-and-self-management-r01-clinical-trial-optional/) - Purpose: The purpose of this Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) is to encourage research that examines the relationship between asthma, obesity and self-management. It seeks to build the science of obesity, asthma, and self-management awareness. Receipt Date: Expires: January 8, 2021 Total Awards: The number of awards is contingent upon NIH appropriations and the submission of
- [Understanding Factors in Infancy and Early Childhood (Birth to 24 months) That Influence Obesity Development (R01 Clinical Trial Optional)](https://www.nccor.org/understanding-factors-in-infancy-and-early-childhood-birth-to-24-months-that-influence-obesity-development-r01-clinical-trial-optional/) - Purpose: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) invites applications from institutions/organizations which propose to characterize or identify factors in early childhood (birth-24 months) that may increase or mitigate risk for obesity and/or excessive weight gain and/or to fill methodological research gaps relevant to the understanding of risk for development of obesity in children. Studies should propose
- [Obesity Policy Evaluation Research (R01)](https://www.nccor.org/obesity-policy-evaluation-research-r01-2/) - Purpose: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) encourages applications that propose to evaluate policies or large scale programs that are expected to influence obesity related behaviors (e.g., dietary intake, physical activity, or sedentary behavior) and/or weight outcomes have the potential to prevent or reduce rates of obesity. Receipt Date: Expires:May 8, 2019 Total Awards: The number
- [Evidence for Action: Matching Service](https://www.nccor.org/evidence-for-action-matching-service/) - Purpose: The goal of this effort is to catalyze research partnerships that result in rigorously designed studies that could be funded by Evidence for Action (E4A), another Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) program, or other funding source. We are particularly interested in matching organizations that do not have a track record of RWJF funding. To
- [Maternal Nutrition and Pre-pregnancy Obesity: Effects on Mothers, Infants and Children (R01 Clinical Trial Optional)](https://www.nccor.org/maternal-nutrition-and-pre-pregnancy-obesity-effects-on-mothers-infants-and-children-r01-2/) - Purpose: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) encourages applications to improve health outcomes for women, infants and children, by stimulating interdisciplinary research focused on maternal nutrition and pre-pregnancy obesity. Maternal health significantly impacts not only the mother but also the intrauterine environment, and subsequently fetal development and the health of the newborn. Receipt Date: Expires: May
- [Childhood Obesity Declines](https://www.nccor.org/projects/obesity-declines/) - Over the past decade, numerous public and private funders have provided resources to states and communities to implement strategies to reduce and prevent childhood obesity. Recently, modest yet important declines in childhood obesity rates have been reported in several jurisdictions across the United States. In 2012, the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) established
- [Physical Activity](https://www.nccor.org/projects/physical-activity/) - In 2017, the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) formed a Physical Activity workgroup to foster cross-NCCOR planning and engagement among all partners related to physical activity. The workgroup was stimulated by a September 2016 NCCOR meeting focused on identifying new physical activity projects. Three project proposals have been approved by the NCCOR Steering
- [Lessons Learned from Global Efforts](https://www.nccor.org/projects/globallessons/) - Worldwide, more than 42 million children younger than age 5 are overweight, according to the World Health Organization. A global epidemic, high rates of childhood obesity around the world are prompting action in a number of ways. From policy measures to media campaigns and community-wide physical activity initiatives, NCCOR is exploring efforts taking place in
- [Lessons Learned from Global Efforts Panel Presentations](https://www.nccor.org/projects/globallessons/lessons-learned-from-global-efforts-panel-presentations/) - In 2014, NCCOR held a one-day meeting funded by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation to convene leading international and interdisciplinary researchers and practitioners to share lessons learned to guide ongoing efforts to reduce childhood obesity prevalence in the United States and worldwide. In March and April 2016, NCCOR livestreamed three special panel presentations from the
- [Johns Hopkins Global Obesity Prevention Center Request for Applications (RFA): Round 6](https://www.nccor.org/johns-hopkins-global-obesity-prevention-center-request-for-applications-rfa-round-6/) - Purpose: The NIH-funded Johns Hopkins Global Obesity Prevention Center (JHGOPC) is seeking applications for research that focuses on time-sensitive changes in environments or policies that may reduce the prevalence of childhood obesity. Projects should take a systems perspective and have the potential to inform the development or confirmation of community- or population-based interventions. We invite applications
- [Measures Registry User Guides](https://www.nccor.org/mruserguides/) - To help researchers choose the most appropriate measures for their work in childhood obesity, NCCOR has developed four Measure Registry User Guides. The Measures Registry User Guides are designed to: Provide an overview of measurement Describe general principles of measurement selection Present case studies that walk researchers through the process of using the Measures Registry
- [Time-Sensitive Obesity Policy and Program Evaluation (R01)](https://www.nccor.org/time-sensitive-obesity-policy-and-program-evaluation-r01/) - Purpose: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) establishes an accelerated review/award process to support time-sensitive research to evaluate a new policy or program that is likely to influence obesity related behaviors (e.g., dietary intake, physical activity, or sedentary behavior) and/or weight outcomes in an effort to prevent or reduce obesity. This FOA is intended to support
- [Members](https://www.nccor.org/members/) - NCCOR members include: Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP) Division of Community Health Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity and Obesity (DNPAO) Division of Population Health (DPH) National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) National Institutes of Health (NIH) Division of Nutrition Research Coordination (DNRC) National
- [Health, Behavioral Design, and the Built Environment](https://www.nccor.org/projects/health-built-environment/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) recognizes that environmental design at various levels can influence children’s social norms and behaviors related to dietary choices and daily physical activity. One of NCCOR’s goals is to work with complementary partners on initiatives that integrate childhood obesity priorities and promote transdisciplinary research. The Health, Behavioral Design,
- [Healthy Communities Study](https://www.nccor.org/projects/healthy-communities/) - Identifying best practices in communities to promote childhood obesity prevention and control The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) aims to identify and assess the relationships between community programs and policies, and childhood obesity, diet, and physical activity to inform public health practice. It places emphasis on interventions involving multilevel and/or multi-component approaches, and
- [Voices for Healthy Kids Grants](https://www.nccor.org/voices-for-healthy-kids-grants/) - Purpose: The American Heart Association and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation have joined forces to launch Voices for Healthy Kids. The initiative aims to engage, organize, and mobilize people to improve the health of their communities and reverse the childhood obesity epidemic. Three types of grant opportunities currently exist in the Voices for Healthy Kids
- [Obesity and Asthma: Awareness and Self-Management (R01)](https://www.nccor.org/obesity-and-asthma-awareness-and-self-management-r01/) - Purpose: The purpose of this funding opportunity announcement is to stimulate research to examine the relationship between asthma, obesity and self-management. The prevalence of both asthma and obesity has significantly risen in the past few decades. Although the association between these two conditions has been found in many studies, the exact mechanisms for how this
- [SNAP-Ed](https://www.nccor.org/projects/snap-ed/) - The USDA’s Supplemental Food Assistance Program (SNAP) provides help to nearly 45 million people—about 1 in 7 people in the United States. Nearly half are children younger than 18. Historically, the focus of SNAP-Education, or SNAP-Ed, was on nutrition education for SNAP recipients, but the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010 transformed the program into
- [Agriculture and Food Research Initiative - Childhood Obesity Prevention Challenge Area](https://www.nccor.org/agriculture-and-food-research-initiative-competitive-grants-program/) - Purpose: This AFRI Challenge Area focuses on the societal challenge to end obesity among children, the number one nutrition-related problem in U.S. Food is an integral part of the process that leads to obesity, and USDA has a unique responsibility for the food system in the United States. The long-term goal of this Challenge Area
- [Using Behavioral Economics to Promote Healthier, Economical Food Choice by Low-Income Consumers](https://www.nccor.org/using-behavioral-economics-to-promotehealthier-economical-food-choice-by-low-income-consumers/) - Purpose: The BECR Center seeks proposals for Healthy Food Behavior Research Grants that draw on behavioral economics theory to develop and test strategies for improving food choice behavior in low-income populations, particularly SNAP participants, using field experiments that leverage existing research activities. Policy relevant research projects related to SNAP participants that employ behavioral economic strategies
- [Research Innovation and Development Grants in Economics (RIDGE)](https://www.nccor.org/research-innovation-and-development-grants-in-economics-ridge/) - Purpose: The Tufts/UConn RIDGE Center seeks to support innovative economic research on domestic nutrition assistance programs and to broaden a network of researchers applying their expertise to USDA topics. The RIDGE Center seeks applications from a diverse community of experienced nutrition assistance researchers, graduate students, early career scholars, and established researchers who bring expertise in
- [Natural Experiments of Policy and Built Environment Impact on Diabetes Risk](https://www.nccor.org/natural-experiments-of-policy-and-built-environment-impact-on-diabetes-risk/) - Purpose: This FOA has two components, A and B. Component A: To support a 5-year multi-center research network of innovative, non-health system-based, natural experiments approaches to alter the diabetogenic characteristics of US communities. Priority areas include population-level approaches to the promotion of healthy eating and active living by evaluating the impact of environmental and policy
- [Community Characteristics Associated with Geographic Disparities in Diabetes and Cardiometabolic Health](https://www.nccor.org/community-characteristics-associated-with-geographic-disparities-in-diabetes-and-cardiometabolic-health/) - Purpose: This FOA has two components, A and B. Component A supports applications aimed at examination of county-level disparities in type 2 diabetes and cardiometabolic conditions to enhance understanding of disease determinants. Applicants will test hypotheses aimed at clarifying the contribution of environmental or socioeconomic circumstances to diabetes geographic disparities. As part of this initiative,
- [Reducing Health Disparities Among Minority and Underserved Children (R01)](https://www.nccor.org/reducing-health-disparities-among-minority-and-underserved-children-r01/) - Purpose: This initiative encourages research that targets the reduction of health disparities among children. Specific targeted areas of research include biobehavioral studies that incorporate multiple factors that influence child health disparities such as biological (e.g., genetics, cellular, organ systems), lifestyle factors, environmental (e.g., physical and family environments) social (e.g., peers), economic, institutional, and cultural and
- [Child Care Checklist](https://www.nccor.org/projects/lets-move/) - The Child Care Checklist is an online tool developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in collaboration with University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and Nemours. The Checklist is designed to help child care programs identify ways to strengthen their nutrition and physical activity practices and policies. Users are taken through
- [Food Insecurity Nutrition Incentive (FINI) Grant Program](https://www.nccor.org/funding-opportunities/food-insecurity-nutrition-incentive-fini-grant-program/) - Purpose: To support projects to increase the purchase of fruits and vegetables among low-income consumers participating in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) by providing incentives at the point of purchase. The program will test strategies that could contribute to our understanding of how best to increase the purchase of fruits and vegetables by Supplemental
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- [Green Health](https://www.nccor.org/projects/greenhealth/) - Building a Foundation for Research and Action In October 2011, NCCOR and the National Academy of Environmental Design co-sponsored a two-day workshop in partnership with the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) Center for Green Schools. The Green Health: Building Sustainable Schools for Healthy Kids Workshop brought together a diverse, multidisciplinary group of participants to examine:
- [Childhood Obesity Research Demonstration](https://www.nccor.org/projects/childhood-obesity/) - In 2010, the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) appropriated funding to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to conduct four-year community-based childhood obesity demonstration projects in three communities. The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) served in an advisory capacity during the project development and application phases. Supporting underserved children
- [Interactive Funding Map](https://www.nccor.org/tools-map/)
- [National Institutes of Health Prevention of Obesity in Infancy and Early Childhood Workshop Materials](https://www.nccor.org/resources02/nih-workshop-materials/) - This workshop brought together scientists with expertise in pediatric obesity, epidemiology, developmental psychology, developmental and behavioral pediatrics, nutrition, physical activity, sleep, temperament, and parenting to determine: (1) what is known regarding risk for excess weight gain in infancy and early childhood; (2) what is known regarding interventions that are promising or have been shown to be efficacious;
- [Special Issues/Supplements](https://www.nccor.org/publications/issues-supplements/) - The Second Lancet Series on Obesity February 2015 Today’s food environments exploit people’s biological, psychological, social, and economic vulnerabilities, making it easier for them to eat unhealthy foods. This reinforces preferences and demands for foods of poor nutritional quality. This second series from The Lancet reviews reasons for patchy progress, challenges entrenched dichotomies, and proposes
- [Individual Daily Intake: Photos & Key Messages](https://www.nccor.org/projects/hei/photos/idi/) - Breakfast Lunch Dinner Snack Small changes can add up to a big difference in the HEI score. For example, cereal with milk is the centerpiece of each of the breakfasts. However, the choices of fat-free rather than 2 percent milk, whole grain cereal rather than sugar-sweetened refined grain cereal, whole wheat instead of white toast,
- [Community Food Environment: Photos & Key Messages](https://www.nccor.org/projects/hei/photos/cfe/) - High Grocery List (HEI=92) Average Grocery List (HEI=49) For the same amount of money—$100—and nearly the same amount of total calories—about 45,000—the “high” list is substantially more nutritious and includes many more fruits and vegetables, more beans, and more whole grains and fish than the “average” list does. Choices within HEI components have an effect
- [National Food Supply: Photos & Key Messages](https://www.nccor.org/projects/hei/photos/nfs/) - Current Food Supply HEI=55 Improved Food Supply (HEI=100) The “current” food supply has an HEI score of 55 because it has only small amounts of fruits and vegetables; not enough whole grains or dairy products; sufficient protein but not enough from plant and fish sources; too many refined grains; way too much sodium; and way
- [Past Twitter Chats](https://www.nccor.org/twitter-chats/) - Childhood Obesity Sept. 9, 2014 In observance of Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, NCCOR along with co-hosts theEunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development and the National Cancer Institute hosted a #childobesitychat about childhood obesity risk factors, research, and promising strategies.
- [Conferences & Trainings](https://www.nccor.org/conferences-trainings/) - Society for Public Health Education SOPHE Advocacy Summit Oct. 15–17, 2016 Washington, DC Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo Oct. 15-18, 2016 Boston, MA American Public Health Association 144th Annual Meeting & Scientific Sessions Oct. 29–Nov. 2, 2016 Denver, CO American Institute for Cancer Research AICR 2016 Research Conference on
- [Healthy Food Incentives](https://www.nccor.org/projects/healthy-food-incentives/) - Increasing the number of Americans eating a healthy diet that is high in fruits and vegetables, lean protein, and whole grains and low in fat, salt, and added sugars, is a public health priority. Findings indicate that food choices are influenced by situational factors such as the placement of food in grocery aisles, marketing cues,
- [School Wellness Survey](https://www.nccor.org/projects/school-wellness/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) supported the ongoing monitoring and analysis work being conducted by the Bridging the Gap (BTG) School Wellness Survey. This initiative created linkages between School Wellness Survey data and those of federal school health-related surveillance systems supported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), National Cancer Institute (NCI),
- [Economics and Obesity](https://www.nccor.org/projects/economics_obesity/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) is pursuing work to address the economics research gap in childhood obesity, connect with new partners, establish a platform for economics research, and develop an agenda to stimulate research on the cost effectiveness and benefit of interventions. These planned efforts align with recommendations made by the NCCOR
- [Green Health Infographic](https://www.nccor.org/projects/greenhealth/infographic-gh/) - Green Health Infographic Return to Green Health | Download Infographic (PDF) | Download Infographic in 8x11 Format (5 pages, PDF) Back to Top | Return to Green Health | Download Infographic (PDF) | Download Infographic in 8x11 Format (5 pages, PDF)
- [Green Health Glossary](https://www.nccor.org/projects/greenhealth/glossary/) - This page provides definitions of selected terms that are used frequently in NCCOR's green health work. The notes in italics provide context. For additional information, visit the Green Health Resources page. The Basics Built environment Green health Green school Leadership in Energy and Environmental (LEED) Energy Star Putting Green Health into Practice Joint-use agreement New
- [Food Patterns Equivalents Database](https://www.nccor.org/projects/fped/) - Dietary databases constitute the basic infrastructure for all types of dietary studies. With these databases, researchers can translate foods and beverages reported in surveys and other types of studies into quantities of foods and nutrients that are relevant to dietary guidance. This allows researchers to assess the extent to which people are meeting dietary recommendations,
- [Rountable Photos](https://www.nccor.org/projects/roundtable/photos/) - April 4, 2011 April 5, 2011
- [A Community Research Resource of Microbiome-Derived Factors Modulating Host Physiology in Obesity, Digestive and Liver Diseases, and Nutrition](https://www.nccor.org/funding-opportunities/a-community-research-resource-of-microbiome-derived-factors-modulating-host-physiology-in-obesity-digestive-and-liver-diseases-and-nutrition/) - Purpose: The purpose of this funding opportunity announcement (FOA) is to invite applications from multidisciplinary research teams to create a community research resource of key members of the microbiota and factors they elaborate which modulate host physiology and pathophysiology related to obesity, nutrition, or liver, exocrine pancreatic, or digestive diseases, and to disseminate it broadly to
- [2016 Special Solicitation WIC Grants: Improving the WIC Shopping Experience Using Behavioral Economics-Based Approaches](https://www.nccor.org/funding-opportunities/becr/) - Purpose Duke-UNC USDA Center for Behavioral Economics and Healthy Food Choice Research (BECR) seeks brief proposals for the 2016 Special Solicitation WIC Grants that draw on behavioral economics theory to develop and test strategies for improving the WIC shopping experience. BECR will award up to 3 grants ranging from $20,000 to $50,000 (based on the
- [Healthy Eating Research: Building Evidence to Prevent Childhood Obesity](https://www.nccor.org/funding-opportunities/healthy-eating-research-building-evidence-to-prevent-childhood-obesity/) - Purpose: Healthy Eating Research: Building Evidence to Prevent Childhood Obesity is a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) national program. The program supports research on environmental and policy strategies with strong potential to promote healthy eating among children to prevent childhood obesity, especially among groups at highest risk for obesity: black, Latino, American Indian, Asian/Pacific Islander,
- [USDA Ridge Center for Food and Nutrition Assistance Research](https://www.nccor.org/funding-opportunities/usdaridge/) - Purpose The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Economic Research Service (ERS), in collaboration with USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service (FNS), invites applications from university-based institutions for a competitive grant award to establish a Research Innovation and Development Grants in Economics (RIDGE) Center for Food and Nutrition Assistance Research. Full details Proposals should clearly demonstrate the
- [Special Issues/Supplements](https://www.nccor.org/specialissues/) - The Second Lancet Series on Obesity February 2015 Today’s food environments exploit people’s biological, psychological, social, and economic vulnerabilities, making it easier for them to eat unhealthy foods. This reinforces preferences and demands for foods of poor nutritional quality. This second series from The Lancet reviews reasons for patchy progress, challenges entrenched dichotomies, and proposes
- [Envision](https://www.nccor.org/projects/envision/) - Using Systems Science and Statistical Models to Address Obesity Research Questions The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) Envision project coordinates and supports statistical modeling efforts to forecast the impact of public health policies and interventions on childhood obesity on a population-wide level and among specific subpopulations. Envision consists of various modeling teams conducting
- [Johns Hopkins Global Obesity Prevention Center](https://www.nccor.org/projects/johns-hopkins/) - The Johns Hopkins Global Obesity Prevention Center (GOPC) is a global center with a unique approach to preventing obesity by concurrently studying the many causes that contribute to the obesity epidemic including policy, economics, food environment, social influences, behavior, and physiology. GOPC connects a variety of experts who have not traditionally worked on obesity (e.g.,
- [Social Media Policy](https://www.nccor.org/social-media-policy/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research makes great efforts to monitor and moderate content posted on its social media platforms. Disclaimer The content on NCCOR's social media platforms, including but not limited to the NCCOR blog, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube webpages, features published material from academic journals and media outlets, as well as the
- [How to Use](https://www.nccor.org/how-to-use/) - Information on this website can be used in multiple ways, which are noted below. Values are listed according to 16 major categories, followed by specific activities within those categories. Each activity has a code and separate METy values for each of 4 age groups (6-9, 10-12, 13-15, 16-18 years). Some values represent measured values, while
- [Roundtable Handouts](https://www.nccor.org/projects/roundtable/handouts/) - Healthfulness of the U.S. Food Supply: Little Improvement Despite Decades of Dietary Guidance Susan M. Krebs-Smith, PhD, Jill Reedy, PhD, Claire Bosire, MSPH Evaluating the Food Environment: Application of the Healthy Eating Index-2005 Jill Reedy, PhD, Susan M. Krebs-Smith, PhD, Claire Bosire, MSPH Dietary Sources of Energy, Solid Fats, and Added Sugars among Children and
- [Roundtable Agenda & Presentations](https://www.nccor.org/projects/roundtable/agenda/) - Research Roundtable III: Food Advertising and Marketing to Children and Youth FHI 360, Washington, DC April 4-5, 2011 Aims Co-hosted by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) and the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR), this Roundtable will: Assess progress on the 2006 Institute of Medicine (IOM) committee recommendations. Which of the 2006 IOM recommendations
- [Food Marketing Research Roundtable](https://www.nccor.org/projects/roundtable/) - It has been five years since the Institute of Medicine's (IOM) Food Marketing to Children and Youth: Threat or Opportunity — a 2006 report that called on the food and beverage industries to combat the childhood obesity epidemic by improving children's food marketing. Since 2008, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) has held three research roundtables to
- [Farm-to-Fork Workshop on Surveillance of the U.S. Food System](https://www.nccor.org/projects/farmtofork/) - In January 2012, the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) hosted a two-day workshop in Washington, DC, on surveillance of the food system as a first step in improving the understanding of the U.S. food system and its influences on children's weight status. The meeting included representatives from NCCOR funding partners: the Centers for
- [Evaluation Research Forum](https://www.nccor.org/projects/evaluation/) - The Evaluation Research Forum brought together leaders of major childhood obesity evaluation efforts to consider shared measures and methods for evaluating community-based and state-based strategies. Because evaluations are often developed in isolation, thus minimizing the usefulness of these data, the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) identified a need to determine common measures, complementing
- [Explore Related Resources](https://www.nccor.org/projects/globallessons/explorerelatedresources/) - Journal Articles Adams M, Frank L, Schipperijn J, et al. International variation in neighborhood walkability, transit, and recreation environments using geographic information systems: The IPEN Adult Study. Int J Health Geogr. 2014;13(1):43. Barquera S, Campos I, Rivera JA. Mexico attempts to tackle obesity: The process, results, push backs and future challenges. Obes Rev. 2013;14:69-78. doi:10.1111/obr.12096.
- [FLASHE Study](https://www.nccor.org/projects/flashe/) - Family Life, Activity, Sun, Health, and Eating Study The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) supported the development of the Family Life, Activity, Sun, Health, and Eating (FLASHE) Study, a cross-sectional, internet-based survey that examined psychosocial, generational (parent-adolescent), and environmental correlates of cancer preventive behaviors. The study mainly focused on diet, physical activity, and
- [New Connections Grants Awarded through the Healthy Eating Research Program](https://www.nccor.org/new-connections-grants-awarded-through-the-healthy-eating-research-program/) - Purpose: Healthy Eating Research: Building Evidence to Prevent Childhood Obesity is a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) national program. The program supports research on environmental and policy strategies with strong potential to promote healthy eating among children to prevent childhood obesity, especially among groups at highest risk for obesity: black, Latino, American Indian, Asian/Pacific Islander,
- [Global Ideas for U.S. Solutions](https://www.nccor.org/global-ideas-for-u-s-solutions-2/) - Purpose: Throughout its history, the United States has learned from great ideas from abroad, from bagels to democracy. Why not do the same for health? In that spirit, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) is looking globally for ideas to help us build a Culture of Health in the United States, where everyone has the
- [Culture of Health Leaders](https://www.nccor.org/culture-of-health-leaders/) - Purpose: The Culture of Health Leaders program will develop a large cadre of leaders from diverse sectors (e.g., public policy, business, technology, community development and planning, education, transportation, public health, health care, and others) to work with organizations, communities, health systems, and policymakers to build a Culture of Health in America. Over the course of
- [Global Ideas for U.S. Solutions](https://www.nccor.org/global-ideas-for-u-s-solutions/) - Purpose: The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) is looking globally for ideas to help us build a Culture of Health in the United States, where everyone has the opportunity to live healthier lives, no matter who they are, where they live, or how much money they make.We are looking for projects, programs, and models that promote
- [Policies for Action: Policy and Law Research to Build a Culture of Health](https://www.nccor.org/policies-for-action-policy-and-law-research-to-build-a-culture-of-health/) - Purpose: Policies for Action: Policy and Law Research to Build a Culture of Health (P4A) was created to help build an evidence base for policies that can lead to a Culture of Health. P4A seeks to engage long-standing health and health care researchers, as well as experts in fields like housing, education, transportation, and the
- [New Jersey Health Initiatives 2016: Building a Culture of Health in New Jersey - Communities Moving to Action, Round 2](https://www.nccor.org/new-jersey-health-initiatives-2016-building-a-culture-of-health-in-new-jersey-communities-moving-to-action-round-2/) - Purpose: The grants will support communities across New Jersey to make sustainable systems changes and policy-oriented, long-term solutions for healthier living. New Jersey Health Initiatives (NJHI) will support up to 10 multi-sector, community-focused coalitions across New Jersey to participate in this four-year initiative. The coalitions selected under this round of the initiative will join the
- [Call to Action: Every Body Walk! Collaborative Micro Grants](https://www.nccor.org/call-to-action-every-body-walk-collaborative-micro-grants/) - Purpose: America Walks and the Every Body Walk! Collaborative are pleased to announce a new micro grant program designed to assist local walking advocates build on the momentum of the newly released Surgeon General’s Call to Action. Receipt Date: Oct. 15, 2015 by 5:00 pm EDT Total Awards: This one time award will fund 10-15 community
- [Systems Oriented Childhood Obesity Pilot Studies](https://www.nccor.org/systems-oriented-childhood-obesity-pilot-studies/) - Purpose: The Global Obesity Prevention Center (GOPC) at Johns Hopkins is seeking applications for research focused on time-sensitive changes in environments or policies that may reduce the prevalence of childhood obesity. Projects should take a systems approach and have the potential to inform the development or confirmation of community- or population-based interventions. Receipt Date: Aug.
- [Early-Stage Pharmacological Validation of Novel Targets and Accompanying Pre-Therapeutic Leads for Diseases of Interest to the NIDDK (R01)](https://www.nccor.org/early-stage-pharmacological-validation-of-novel-targets-and-accompanying-pre-therapeutic-leads-for-diseases-of-interest-to-the-niddk-r01/) - Purpose: The overarching goal of this Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) is to promote translation of basic science research into knowledge and tools that can be utilized to provide strong justification for later-phase drug discovery and development efforts in areas relevant to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK). This includes obesity,
- [Behavioral Interventions to Address Multiple Chronic Conditions in Primary Care (R01)](https://www.nccor.org/behavioral-interventions-to-address-multiple-chronic-conditions-in-primary-care-r01/) - Purpose: This funding opportunity announcement (FOA) seeks Research Project Grant (R01) applications that propose to use a common conceptual model to develop behavioral interventions to modify health behaviors and improve health outcomes in patients with comorbid chronic diseases and health conditions. Specifically, this FOA will support research in primary care that uses a multi-disease care
- [Addressing Health Disparities in NIDDK Diseases (R01)](https://www.nccor.org/addressing-health-disparities-in-niddk-diseases-r01/) - Purpose: The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) seeks research to improve understanding of the causes of high priority diseases in the United States and to develop and test more effective interventions for reducing/eliminating health disparities. Research is encouraged in the following high priority
- [Exploratory Studies for Delineating Microbiome: Host Interactions in Obesity, Digestive, and Liver Diseases and Nutrition](https://www.nccor.org/exploratory-studies-for-delineating-microbiome-host-interactions-in-obesity-digestive-and-liver-diseases-and-nutrition/) - Purpose: This funding opportunity announcement (FOA) invites applications that explore and interrogate functional interactions between human gut microbiome and host interactions in obesity, digestive and liver diseases and nutrition. Receipt Date: Oct. 15, 2015 and Oct. 19, 2016 by 5:00 PM local time of applicant organization. Expires: Oct. 20, 2016 Total Awards: The combined budget
- [Interdisciplinary Training in Bioinformatics and Diabetes, Obesity, and Metabolic Disease (T32)](https://www.nccor.org/interdisciplinary-training-in-bioinformatics-and-diabetes-obesity-and-metabolic-disease-t32/) - Purpose: The purpose of this Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) is to promote the development of an interdisciplinary workforce for conducting bioinformatics research in diabetes, obesity, and related metabolic diseases that are relevant to the research mission of the National Institute of of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK). This FOA will support institutional training programs
- [National Center on Early Childhood Health and Wellness](https://www.nccor.org/national-center-on-early-childhood-health-and-wellness/) - Purpose: The Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Office of Head Start (OHS) in partnership with the Office of Child Care (OCC), and the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)/Maternal and Child Health Bureau (MCHB)/Division of Home Visiting and Early Childhood Systems (DHVECS) announces the availability of an estimated $6,682,500 to be competitively awarded for
- [2015 Healthy Food Behavior Research Grants](https://www.nccor.org/healthy-food-behavior-grants/) - Purpose: The Center for Behavioral Economics and Healthy Food Choice Research (BECR) seeks brief proposals for Healthy Food Behavior Research Grants that draw on behavioral economics theory to develop and test strategies for improving food choice behavior using field experiments. Analyses using secondary data that demonstrate behavioral patterns that can be used to develop effective food choice improvement strategies
- [Healthy Eating Research: Building Evidence to Prevent Childhood Obesity--2015 Call for Proposals](https://www.nccor.org/2015-call-for-proposals-healthy-eating-research-building-evidence-to-prevent-childhood-obesity/) - Purpose: Healthy Eating Research: Building Evidence to Prevent Childhood Obesity is a national program of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF). The program supports research on environmental and policy strategies with strong potential to promote healthy eating among children to prevent childhood obesity, especially among groups at highest risk for obesity: Black, Latino, American Indian,
- [PCORI Global Engagement Award: Knowledge, Training and Development, and Dissemination Awards](https://www.nccor.org/pcori-global-engagement-award-knowledge-training-and-development-and-dissemination-awards/) - Purpose: The Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) will award up to $15.5 million in FY 2015 as part of the Eugene Washington PCORI Engagement Awards program. These awards support projects that encourage active integration of patients, caregivers, clinicians, and other healthcare stakeholders as integral members of the patient-centered outcomes research/clinical effectiveness research (PCOR/CER) enterprise. Receipt Date: Quarterly Cycle
- [Validation of Pediatric Patient Reported Outcomes in Chronic Diseases (PEPR) Consortium (U19)](https://www.nccor.org/4174-2/) - Purpose: The purpose of this FOA is to solicit applications for the Validation of Pediatric Patient Reported Outcomes in Chronic Diseases (PEPR) Consortium. The NIAMS, on behalf of the National Institutes of Health, intends to capitalize on recent advances in the science of Patient Reported Outcomes (PROs) to measure the patient experience in clinical care
- [Small Grants for New Investigators to Promote Diversity in Health-Related Research (R03)](https://www.nccor.org/small-grants-for-new-investigators-to-promote-diversity-in-health-related-research/) - Purpose: The purpose of this funding opportunity announcement (FOA) is to provide support for New Investigators from backgrounds nationally underrepresented in biomedical research to conduct small research projects in the scientific mission areas of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) and the Office
- [Exploratory/Developmental Clinical Research Grants in Obesity (R21)](https://www.nccor.org/exploratorydevelopmental-clinical-research-grants-in-obesity-r21-2/) - Purpose: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) encourages research grant applications from institutions/organizations that propose to conduct exploratory/developmental clinical studies that will accelerate the development of effective interventions for prevention or treatment of overweight or obesity in adults and/or children. Exploratory epidemiological research with a goal of informing translational/clinical research will also be supported within this
- [Pragmatic Research in Healthcare Settings to Improve Diabetes and Obesity Prevention and Care (R18)](https://www.nccor.org/pragmatic-research-in-healthcare-settings-to-improve-diabetes-and-obesity-prevention-and-care-r18/) - Purpose: The purpose of this Research Demonstration and Dissemination Projects (R18) Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) is to encourage research applications to test approaches to improve diabetes and obesity prevention and/or treatment in routine healthcare settings. Research applications should be designed to test practical and potentially sustainable strategies to improve processes of care and health outcomes
- [Planning Grants for Pragmatic Research in Healthcare Settings to Improve Diabetes and Obesity Prevention and Care (R34)](https://www.nccor.org/planning-grants-for-pragmatic-research-in-healthcare-settings-to-improve-diabetes-and-obesity-prevention-and-care-r34/) - Purpose: The purpose of this Planning Grant (R34) Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) is to encourage research applications to develop and pilot test approaches to improve diabetes and obesity prevention and/or treatment in routine healthcare settings. Research applications should be designed to pilot test practical and potentially sustainable strategies to improve processes of care and health
- [Systems Science and Health in the Behavioral and Social Sciences (R21)](https://www.nccor.org/systems-science-and-health-in-the-behavioral-and-social-sciences-r21/) - Purpose: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) is intended to increase the breadth and scope of topics that can be addressed with systems science methodologies. This FOA calls for research projects that are applied and/or basic in nature (including methodological and measurement development), have a human behavioral and/or social science focus, and employ methodologies suited to addressing
- [Systems Science and Health in the Behavioral and Social Sciences (R01)](https://www.nccor.org/systems-science-and-health-in-the-behavioral-and-social-sciences-r01/) - Purpose: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) is intended to increase the breadth and scope of topics that can be addressed with systems science methodologies. This FOA calls for research projects that are applied and/or basic in nature (including methodological and measurement development), have a human behavioral and/or social science focus, and employ methodologies suited to addressing
- [Healthy Habits: Timing for Developing Sustainable Healthy Behaviors in Children and Adolescents (R21)](https://www.nccor.org/healthy-habits-timing-for-developing-sustainable-healthy-behaviors-in-children-and-adolescents-r21/) - Purpose: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) seeks to encourage applications that employ innovative research to identify mechanisms of influence and/or promote positive sustainable health behavior(s) in children and youth (birth to age 21). Applications to promote positive health behavior(s) should target social and cultural factors, including, but not limited to: schools, families, communities, population, food
- [Healthy Habits: Timing for Developing Sustainable Healthy Behaviors in Children and Adolescents (R01)](https://www.nccor.org/healthy-habits-timing-for-developing-sustainable-healthy-behaviors-in-children-and-adolescents-r01-2/) - Purpose: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) seeks to encourage applications that employ innovative research to identify mechanisms of influence and/or promote positive sustainable health behavior(s) in children and youth (birth to age 21). Applications to promote positive health behavior(s) should target social and cultural factors, including, but not limited to: schools, families, communities, population, food
- [Reducing Health Disparities Among Minority and Underserved Children (R21)](https://www.nccor.org/reducing-health-disparities-among-minority-and-underserved-children-r21/) - Purpose: This initiative encourages research that targets the reduction of health disparities among children. Specific targeted areas of research include biobehavioral studies that incorporate multiple factors that influence child health disparities such as biological (e.g., genetics, cellular, organ systems), lifestyle factors, environmental (e.g., physical and family environments) social (e.g., peers), economic, institutional, and cultural and
- [Nutrition Obesity Research Centers (NORCs) (P30)](https://www.nccor.org/nutrition-obesity-research-centers-norcs-p30/) - Purpose: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) invites applications from institutions/organizations that propose to establish core centers that are part of an integrated and existing program of nutrition and/or obesity research. The Nutrition Obesity Research Centers (NORC) program is designed to support and enhance the national research effort in nutrition and obesity. NORCs support three primary
- [Agriculture and Food Research Initiative – Childhood Obesity Prevention Challenge Area](https://www.nccor.org/agriculture-and-food-research-initiative-childhood-obesity-prevention-challenge-area/) - Purpose: AFRI research, education, and extension grants address key problems of agricultural sustainability at national, regional, and multi-state levels. Issues include farm efficiency and profitability, ranching, renewable energy, forestry (both urban and agroforestry), aquaculture, rural communities and entrepreneurship, human nutrition, food safety, biotechnology, and conventional breeding. Through these grants, AFRI advances knowledge in both fundamental
- [Identification of Novel Targets and Pathways Mediating Weight Loss, Diabetes Resolution, and Related Metabolic Disease after Bariatric Surgery in Humans (R01)](https://www.nccor.org/identification-of-novel-targets-and-pathways-mediating-weight-loss-diabetes-resolution-and-related-metabolic-disease-after-bariatric-surgery-in-humans-r01/) - Purpose: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) will support applications that address the mechanisms by which novel, unexplored targets and pathways, or known targets, mediate the sustained weight loss, diabetes resolution and improvements in other obesity-related metabolic diseases reported following bariatric surgery in humans. Studies directly addressing novel mechanisms using targeted approaches are of interest and
- [Psychosocial and Behavioral Aspects of Bariatric Surgery (R01)](https://www.nccor.org/psychosocial-and-behavioral-aspects-of-bariatric-surgery-r01/) - Purpose: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) will support research to measure psychosocial and behavioral variables in individuals undergoing bariatric surgery to understand how they predict success and risk and examine mechanisms of behavior change. The goals of this funding opportunity announcement are to: 1) improve the ability to identify who is at risk for sub-optimal
- [RWJF Awards for Eliminating Health Disparities](https://www.nccor.org/rwjf-awards-for-eliminating-health-disparities/) - Purpose: The RWJF Awards for Eliminating Health Disparities program advances RWJF’s vision for building a Culture of Health by recognizing and celebrating individuals who have successfully implemented systems changes related to the determinants of health. Recognition of these efforts increases the visibility and awareness of the urgent need for systems changes to eliminate health disparities in
- [Global Obesity Prevention Center at Johns Hopkins Request for Applications (RFA): Round 7](https://www.nccor.org/johns-hopkins-global-obesity-prevention-center-funding-for-systems-oriented-childhood-obesity-pilot-studies/) - Purpose: The National Institutes of Health funded Johns Hopkins Global Obesity Prevention Center (JHGOPC) is seeking applications for research that focuses on time-sensitive changes in environments or policies that may reduce the prevalence of childhood obesity. Projects should take a systems perspective and have the potential to inform the development or confirmation of community- or population-based interventions. This solicitation is for research
- [2015 WIC Conceptual White Papers: Behavioral Economic Opportunities for Controlling Food Costs While Maintaining Program Effectiveness](https://www.nccor.org/2015-wic-conceptual-white-papers-behavioral-economic-opportunities-for-controlling-food-costs-while-maintaining-program-effectiveness/) - Purpose: The newly funded Duke-UNC USDA Center for Behavioral Economics and Healthy Food Choice Research (BECR Center) is seeking proposals for Conceptual White Papers aimed at providing innovative behavioral economic approaches to improve the food cost-management of the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program, while maintaining program participation and effectiveness in promoting improved
- [Healthy Eating Research Special Solicitation in Two Childhood Obesity Prevention Areas: Healthy Food Retail and Early Care and Education](https://www.nccor.org/healthy-eating-research-special-solicitation-in-two-childhood-obesity-prevention-areas-healthy-food-retail-and-early-care-and-education/) - Purpose: Healthy Eating Research: Building Evidence to Prevent Childhood Obesity is an RWJF national program. The program supports research on environmental and policy strategies with strong potential to promote healthy eating among children to prevent childhood obesity, especially among groups at highest risk for obesity: Black, Latino, American Indian, Asian/Pacific Islander children, and children who live in lower-income communities.
- [The BUILD Health Challenge](https://www.nccor.org/the-build-health-challenge/) - Purpose: The BUILD Health Challenge is a national award program designed to support community collaborations that are working to give everyone a fair chance to be healthy. Specifically, the BUILD Health Challenge will give two kinds of awards —planning and implementation awards — to strengthen partnerships among hospitals, nonprofits, local health departments, and other community
- [Food Insecurity Nutrition Incentive (FINI) Grant Program](https://www.nccor.org/food-insecurity-nutrition-incentive-fini-grant-program/) - Purpose: The National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) requests applications for the Food Insecurity Nutrition Incentive (FINI) Grant Program for fiscal years 2014 and 2015, combined, to support projects to increase the purchase of fruits and vegetables among low-income consumers participating in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) by providing incentives at the point
- [Testing Interventions for Health-Enhancing Physical Activity (R01)](https://www.nccor.org/testing-interventions-for-health-enhancing-physical-activity-r01/) - Purpose: The purpose of this Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) is to fund highly innovative and promising research that tests multi-level intervention programs of one to two years in length that are designed to increase health-enhancing physical activity: 1) in persons or groups that can benefit from such activity; and 2) that could be made scalable
- [Understanding Factors in Infancy and Early Childhood (Birth to 24 months) that Influence Obesity Development (R01)](https://www.nccor.org/understanding-factors-in-infancy-and-early-childhood-birth-to-24-months-that-influence-obesity-development-r01/) - Purpose: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA), from the National Institutes of Health, invites Research Project Grant (R01) applications from institutions/organizations which propose to characterize or identify factors in early childhood (birth to 24 months) that may increase or mitigate risk for obesity and/or excessive weight gain and/or to fill methodological research gaps relevant to the
- [USDA FNS School Wellness Policy](https://www.nccor.org/school-wellness-policy/) - Purpose: The U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service (USDA FNS) is funding research to conduct comprehensive school wellness policy surveillance at multiple levels, including state- and school district-levels. The funds will support public or private, non-governmental research institutions (such as accredited institutions of higher education and/or non-profit organizations) to enter into a cooperative agreement
- [Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (SNAP & EFNEP): Regional Nutrition Education and Obesity Prevention](https://www.nccor.org/supplemental-nutrition-assistance-program-and-expanded-food-and-nutrition-education-program-snap-efnep-regional-nutrition-education-and-obesity-prevention/) - Purpose: The National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) has released a new funding opportunity to establish four regional nutrition education and obesity prevention research centers and one coordinating center. This RFA is designed to bring together the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) and SNAP-Ed nutrition education and childhood obesity programming and research interests. Also, although only one
- [Programs to Reduce Obesity in High Obesity Areas (CDC-RFA-DP14-1416)](https://www.nccor.org/programs-to-reduce-obesity-in-high-obesity-areas-cdc-rfa-dp14-1416/) - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announces the availability of Fiscal Year (FY) 2014 funds to implement DP14-1416—Programs to Reduce Obesity in High Obesity Areas. Approximately $4.7 million per year is available to fund up to 6 Land Grant Colleges and Universities located in states with counties with an adult obesity prevalence of over 40 percent
- [Improving Diet and Physical Activity Assessment (R01)](https://www.nccor.org/improving-diet-and-physical-activity-assessment-r01/) - Purpose: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA), issued by the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), the National Cancer Institute (NCI), the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD), the National
- [Competitive Grant To Establish a USDA Center for Behavioral Economics and Healthy Food Choice Research](https://www.nccor.org/competitive-grant-to-establish-a-usda-center-for-behavioral-economics-and-healthy-food-choice-research/) - Purpose: The Economic Research Service (ERS) in partnership with USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) is inviting proposals to establish the USDA Behavioral Economics Center for Healthy Food Choice. Jointly funded by the FNS under its research and evaluation program and by ERS under its Behavioral and Administrative data initiative, the Center will conduct behavioral
- [SRDC-PCRD Ridge Center For Targeted Studies Dissertation Grants Program Call For Dissertation Research Proposals](https://www.nccor.org/srdc-pcrd-ridge-center-for-targeted-studies-dissertation-grants-program-call-for-dissertation-research-proposals-2/) - Purpose: The RIDGE Center for Targeted Studies, a partnership of the Purdue Center for Regional Development (PCRD) and the Southern Rural Development Center (SRDC), is pleased to announce a new round of funding for its Doctoral Dissertation Research Grant Program. The program is intended to invest in graduate students attending universities in the United States who are pursuing doctoral research in
- [SRDC-PCRD Ridge Center For Targeted Studies 2014–2015 Small Grants Program](https://www.nccor.org/srdc-pcrd-ridge-center-for-targeted-studies-2014-2015-small-grants-program/) - Purpose: The purpose of the RIDGE (Research Innovation and Development Grants in Economics) Center for Targeted Studies is to invest in innovative social sciences-based research that explores the food and nutrition assistance challenges of rural people and places. The program is especially interested in a wide array of topics and issues. Proposals that focus on
- [IRP RIDGE Center for National Food and Nutrition Assistance Research  2014–2015 Small Grants Program](https://www.nccor.org/irp-ridge-center-for-national-food-and-nutrition-assistance-research-2014-2015-small-grants-program/) - Purpose: The Institute for Research on Poverty (IRP) seeks to stimulate innovative research related to federal food assistance programs such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program or SNAP (formerly Food Stamps) and the National School Breakfast/Lunch Program, and to support training of researchers interested in food assistance issues. Receipt Date: April 18, 2014 (Letter of Intent)
- [Childhood Obesity Prevention Challenge Area FY 2014 RFP](https://www.nccor.org/childhood-obesity-prevention-challenge-area-fy-2014-rfp/) - Purpose: The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) established the Agriculture and Food Research Initiative (AFRI) which funds competitive grants for fundamental and applied research, education, and extension to address food and agricultural sciences. For FY 2014, it is anticipated that approximately $9 million will be made available to support new continuation and standard awards within the Childhood Obesity Prevention Area
- [Community Food Projects Competitive Grants Program (CFPCGP)](https://www.nccor.org/community-food-projects-competitive-grants-program-cfpcgp/) - Purpose: USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) is soliciting applications for three types of community food projects grants. The types are entitled (1) Community Food Projects (CFP), (2) Planning Projects (PP) and (3) Training and Technical Assistance (T & TA) Projects. The primary goals of these projects are to: Meet the food needs
- [JHGCCO Request for Applications (RFA): Round 5](https://www.nccor.org/jhgcco-request-for-applications-rfa-round-5/) - Purpose: The NIH-funded Johns Hopkins Global Center on Childhood Obesity (JHGCCO) is seeking applications for research that focuses on time-sensitive changes in environments or policies that may reduce the prevalence of childhood obesity. Projects should take a systems perspective and have the potential to inform the development or confirmation of community- or population-based interventions. We
- [Cornell BEN Center 2014 Request for Proposal (RFP)](https://www.nccor.org/cornell-ben-center-2014-request-for-proposal-rfp/) - Purpose: The Cornell Center for Behavioral Economics in Child Nutrition Programs (BEN Center) is pleased to announce the release of the 2014 Request for Proposal (RFP). This is an annual award program that seeks to support research involving the applications of behavioral economics in child nutrition programs, particularly those focusing on the National School Lunch Program.
- [Maternal Nutrition and Pre-pregnancy Obesity: Effects on Mothers, Infants and Children (R01)](https://www.nccor.org/maternal-nutrition-and-pre-pregnancy-obesity-effects-on-mothers-infants-and-children-r01/) - Purpose: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) issued by the National Institute of Nursing Research encourages R01 applications to improve health outcomes for women, infants and children, by stimulating interdisciplinary research focused on maternal nutrition and pre-pregnancy obesity. Maternal health significantly impacts not only the mother but also the intrauterine environment, and subsequently fetal development and
- [Healthy Habits: Timing for Developing Sustainable Healthy Behaviors in Children and Adolescents (R01)](https://www.nccor.org/healthy-habits-timing-for-developing-sustainable-healthy-behaviors-in-children-and-adolescents-r01/) - Purpose: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA), issued by the National Institute of Nursing Research (NINR) with participation from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD), the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), the National Center for Complementary and Alternative
- [Secondary Analyses in Obesity, Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (R21)](https://www.nccor.org/secondary-analyses-in-obesity-diabetes-and-digestive-and-kidney-diseases-r21/) - Purpose: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA), issued by the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), and the Office of Dietary Supplements (ODS) encourages R21 applications that propose to conduct secondary analysis of existing data sets relevant to diabetes and endocrine and metabolic
- [Pilot and Feasibility Clinical Research Grants in Diabetes, and Endocrine and Metabolic Diseases (R21)](https://www.nccor.org/pilot-and-feasibility-clinical-research-grants-in-diabetes-and-endocrine-and-metabolic-diseases-r21/) - Purpose: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA), issued by the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) of the National Institutes of Health, encourages pilot and feasibility clinical and behavioral studies related to the prevention or treatment of diabetes and endocrine and genetic metabolic diseases. The Pilot and Feasibility Clinical Research Grants Program
- [Role of Environmental Chemical Exposures in the Development of Obesity, Type 2 Diabetes and Metabolic Syndrome (R21)](https://www.nccor.org/role-of-environmental-chemical-exposures-in-the-development-of-obesity-type-2-diabetes-and-metabolic-syndrome-r21/) - Purpose: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA), issued by the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS), encourages grant applications to understand the role of environmental chemical exposures in the development of obesity, type 2 diabetes and/or metabolic syndrome. Applications must link an environmental exposure to the increased incidence of weight gain, type 2 diabetes and
- [Role of Environmental Chemical Exposures in the Development of Obesity, Type 2 Diabetes and Metabolic Syndrome (R01)](https://www.nccor.org/role-of-environmental-chemical-exposures-in-the-development-of-obesity-type-2-diabetes-and-metabolic-syndrome-r01/) - Purpose: The Funding Opportunity Announcement, issued by the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS), encourages grant applications to understand the role of environmental chemical exposures in the development of obesity, type 2 diabetes and/or metabolic syndrome. Applications must link an environmental exposure to the increased incidence of weight gain, glucose tolerance/insulin sensitivity and aspects
- [Home and Family Based Approaches for the Prevention or Management of Overweight or Obesity in Early Childhood (R21)](https://www.nccor.org/home-and-family-based-approaches-for-the-prevention-or-management-of-overweight-or-obesity-in-early-childhood-r21-2/) - Purpose: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) invites exploratory pilot/feasibility study and small clinical trial (R21) applications from institutions/organizations that propose to test novel home or family based interventions for the prevention or management of overweight in infancy and early childhood. Tested interventions can use behavioral (including dietary and physical activity), environmental, or other relevant approaches.
- [Home and Family Based Approaches for the Prevention or Management of Overweight or Obesity in Early Childhood (R01)](https://www.nccor.org/home-and-family-based-approaches-for-the-prevention-or-management-of-overweight-or-obesity-in-early-childhood-r01-2/) - Purpose: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) invites Research Project Grant (R01) applications from institutions/organizations that propose randomized clinical trials testing novel home- or family-based interventions for the prevention or management of overweight in infancy and early childhood. Tested interventions can use behavioral (including dietary and physical activity), environmental, or other relevant approaches.Applications should focus on
- [Translational Research to Improve Diabetes and Obesity Outcomes (R01)](https://www.nccor.org/translational-research-to-improve-diabetes-and-obesity-outcomes-r01/) - Purpose: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) encourages NIH Research Project Grants (R01) to test practical, sustainable, and cost efficient adaptations of efficacious strategies or approaches to prevent and treat diabetes and/or obesity. Research focused on the prevention or reversal of obesity, prevention of type 2 diabetes, improved care of type 1 and type 2 diabetes,
- [FoodAPS RFP](https://www.nccor.org/foodaps-rfp/) - Purpose: The University of Kentucky Center for Poverty Research (UKCPR) in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Agriculture Economic Research Service (ERS) and the University of Illinois, is competitively awarding grants to qualified individuals and institutions to provide rigorous research that utilitzes the new FoodAPS National Household Food Acquisition and Purchase Survey. The RFA will fund research in
- [WIC Nutrition Education RFA](https://www.nccor.org/second-round-wic-nutrition-education-rfa/) - Purpose: The USDA Center for Collaborative Research on WIC Nutrition Education Innovations at the USDA/ARS Children’s Nutrition Research Center at Baylor College of Medicine (CNRC WIC Center) announces the second round of funding available for researcher-initiated projects to demonstrate creative approaches to nutrition education for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC). The CNRC WIC Center is funded by the USDA Food and Nutrition Service. Receipt Date: Dec. 18,
- [Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program Contract Solicitation (PHS 2014-1)](https://www.nccor.org/small-business-innovation-research-sbir-program-contract-solicitation-phs-2014-1/) - Purpose: This funding opportunity via the National Institutes of Health/Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) mechanism is aimed at supporting the development of an efficient, user-centered software tool that connects diverse data sources to enable the creation of metrics describing the environment related to health behaviors and services. Such metrics are
- [Centers of Excellence for Big Data Computing in the Biomedical Sciences (U54)](https://www.nccor.org/centers-of-excellence-for-big-data-computing-in-the-biomedical-sciences-u54/) - Purpose: Biomedical research is becoming more data-intensive as researchers are generating and using increasingly large, complex, and diverse data sets. This era of "Big Data" taxes the ability of biomedical researchers to locate, analyze, and interact with these data (and more generally all biomedical data) and associated software due to the lack of tools, accessibility,
- [Time-sensitive childhood obesity research JHGCCO Request for Applications (RFA): Round 4](https://www.nccor.org/time-sensitive-childhood-obesity-research-jhgcco-request-for-applications-rfa-round-4/) - Purpose: One of the main objectives of the Johns Hopkins Global Center on Childhood Obesity is to accelerate the identification of novel approaches to address the childhood obesity epidemic. This RFA provides an opportunity to identify and support such approaches. This aspect of the Center’s work is led by the Rapid Response Pilot Core (RRPC) of the
- [American Heart Association Voices for Healthy Kids Request for Award](https://www.nccor.org/american-heart-association-voices-for-healthy-kids-request-for-award/) - Purpose: The American Heart Association (AHA) together with the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) are working to reverse the childhood obesity epidemic in the United States by 2015 and to decrease racial, ethnic, and income disparities in prevalence. Through our Voices for Healthy Kids’ Strategic Campaign Fund, the AHA is targeting the following six state,
- [National Innovative Partnerships for Addressing Obesity through Environmental Supports for Nutrition and Physical Activity](https://www.nccor.org/national-innovative-partnerships-for-addressing-obesity-through-environmental-supports-for-nutrition-and-physical-activity/) - Purpose: CDC is pleased to announce the availability of funds for a new cooperative agreement, aimed at developing national innovative partnerships for addressing obesity, through its National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity (DNPAO). The National Innovative Partnerships FOA will support public health efforts to
- [School Nutrition and Physical Activity Policies, Obesogenic Behaviors and Weight Outcomes (R03)](https://www.nccor.org/school-nutrition-and-physical-activity-policies-obesogenic-behaviors-and-weight-outcomes-r03-2/) - Purpose: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) is issued by the National Institutes of Health's Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD), National Cancer Institute (NCI), and the Office of Behavioral and Social Sciences Research (OBSSR). The FOA encourages research project grant (R03) applications that propose to: (1) foster multidisciplinary research that will
- [School Nutrition and Physical Activity Policies, Obesogenic Behaviors, and Weight Outcomes (R21)](https://www.nccor.org/school-nutrition-and-physical-activity-policies-obesogenic-behaviors-and-weight-outcomes-r21-2/) - Purpose: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) is issued by the National Institutes of Health's Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD), the National Cancer Institute (NCI), the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), and the Office of Behavioral and Social Sciences Research (OBSSR). The FOA encourages Research Project Grant (R21) applications
- [School Nutrition and Physical Activity Policies, Obesogenic Behaviors, and Weight Outcomes (R01)](https://www.nccor.org/school-nutrition-and-physical-activity-policies-obesogenic-behaviors-and-weight-outcomes-r01-2/) - Purpose: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) is issued by the National Institutes of Health's Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD), the National Cancer Institute (NCI), the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), and the Office of Behavioral and Social Sciences Research (OBSSR). The FOA encourages Research Project Grant (R01) applications
- [Obesity Policy Evaluation Research (R01)](https://www.nccor.org/obesity-policy-evaluation-research-r01/) - Purpose: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) encourages Research Project Grant (R01) applications that propose to evaluate large scale policy or programs that are expected to influence obesity related behaviors (e.g., dietary intake, physical activity, or sedentary behavior) and/or weight outcomes in an effort to prevent or reduce obesity. Receipt Date: Cycle Due Dates (new submission):
- [RWJF New Connections Grants](https://www.nccor.org/rwjf-new-connections-grants-awarded-through-healthy-eating-research/) - Purpose: Healthy Eating Research has released its 2013 Call for Proposals (CFP). This CFP is for two types of awards aimed at providing advocates, decision-makers, and policy-makers with evidence to reverse the childhood obesity epidemic. The award types are Round 8 grants and RWJF New Connections grants awarded through the Healthy Eating Research program. Approximately $1.6 million will be awarded under
- [Healthy Eating Research Round 8 Grants](https://www.nccor.org/healthy-eating-research-round-8-grants/) - Purpose: Healthy Eating Research has released its 2013 Call for Proposals (CFP). This CFP is for two types of awards aimed at providing advocates, decision-makers, and policy-makers with evidence to reverse the childhood obesity epidemic. The award types are Round 8 grants and RWJF New Connections grants awarded through the Healthy Eating Research program. Approximately $1.6 million will be awarded under
- [Agriculture and Food Research Initiative - Childhood Obesity Prevention](https://www.nccor.org/agriculture-and-food-research-initiative-childhood-obesity-prevention-4/) - Purpose: The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) established the Agriculture and Food Research Initiative (AFRI) which funds competitive grants for fundamental and applied research, education, and extension to address food and agricultural sciences. In FY 2013, AFRI is supporting new awards within the AFRI Childhood Obesity Prevention Area, a program designed to achieve the long-term outcomes of reducing the prevalence of overweight
- [JHGCCO 2013 First Round Request for Applications (RFA)](https://www.nccor.org/1588-2/) - Purpose: This RFA is an open call for time-sensitive projects germane to the process or outcomes of existing or impending environmental and policy evaluations and/or changes (“natural experiments”). The JHGCCO seeks to jumpstart systems-oriented childhood obesity research in a rapidly-changing physical or policy environment by supporting opportune pilot and feasibility projects with timelines that would not
- [Innovative Approaches to Nutrition Education for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children](https://www.nccor.org/innovative-approaches-to-nutrition-education-for-the-special-supplemental-nutrition-program-for-women-infants-and-children/) - Purpose: The USDA Center for Collaborative Research on WIC Nutrition Education Innovations at the USDA/ARS Children’s Nutrition Research Center at Baylor College of Medicine (CNRC WIC Center) announces the availability of funds for researcher-initiated projects to demonstrate innovative approaches to nutrition education for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). The CNRC WIC Center is
- [Health Impact Project: Advancing Smarter Policies for Healthier Communities](https://www.nccor.org/health-impact-project-advancing-smarter-policies-for-healthier-communities/) - Purpose: The Health Impact Project: Advancing Smarter Policies for Healthier Communities, a collaboration of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and The Pew Charitable Trusts, encourages the use of health impact assessments (HIA) to help decision-makers identify the potential health effects of proposed policies, projects, and programs, and make recommendations that enhance their health benefits and minimize
- [Obesity and Asthma: Awareness and Management (R01)](https://www.nccor.org/obesity-and-asthma-awareness-and-management-r01/) - Purpose: The purpose of this funding opportunity announcement issued by the National Institute of Nursing Research is to stimulate research to examine the interconnections of asthma and obesity. The prevalences of both asthma and obesity have significantly risen in the past few decades. Although the association between these two conditions has been found in many
- [Exploratory/Developmental Clinical Research Grants in Obesity (R21)](https://www.nccor.org/exploratorydevelopmental-clinical-research-grants-in-obesity-r21/) - Purpose: This FOA issued by the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK); the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI); the National Cancer Institute (NCI); the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM), Office of Dietary Supplements (ODS), and the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human
- [Research Grants for Rapid Response Studies 2012 2nd Round Request for Applications (RFA)](https://www.nccor.org/research-grants-for-rapid-response-studies-2012-2nd-round-request-for-applications-rfa/) - Purpose: The Johns Hopkins Global Center on Childhood Obesity seeks to jumpstart systems-oriented childhood obesity research in a rapidly-changing physical or policy environment by supporting opportune pilot and feasibility projects with timelines that would not allow funding through the regular NIH review cycles. Support from this RFA will enable researchers to more successfully compete for
- [Center for Sharing Public Health Services: Shared Services Learning Community](https://www.nccor.org/center-for-sharing-public-health-services-shared-services-learning-community-2/) - Purpose: Public health agencies play a critical role in our nation’s health system. The dramatic increases in the length and quality of life for so many Americans over the past century are attributed, in large part, to the efforts of public health and the work of public health agencies to keep people healthy and safe.
- [Improving Diet and Physical Activity Assessment (R21)](https://www.nccor.org/improving-diet-and-physical-activity-assessment-r21/) - Purpose: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA), issued by National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), the National Cancer Institute (NCI), the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD), the National Institute
- [Healthy Lifestyles: Developing a Community Response  to Childhood Overweight and Obesity](https://www.nccor.org/healthy-lifestyles-developing-a-community-response-to-childhood-overweight-and-obesity/) - Purpose: This Request for Proposals (RFP) is focused on promoting the adoption of healthy lifestyles by all members of an identified community as current research indicates that overweight and obesity is not a “childhood” issue, but a community issue that is deeply rooted in cultural norms. In order to ensure that the successful application provides
- [Time-Sensitive Obesity Policy and Program Evaluation (R01)](https://www.nccor.org/agriculture-and-food-research-initiative-childhood-obesity-prevention/) - Purpose: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) is issued by the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), National Cancer Institute (NCI), National Institute on Aging (NIA), Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD), and the Office of Behavioral and Social Sciences Research (OBSSR), at the National Institutes
- [Innovation Competition](https://www.nccor.org/innovation-competition/) - Purpose: The Innovation Competition from Active Schools Acceleration Project (ASAP) is a nationwide competition designed to identify and reward innovative and impactful physical activity programs and technologies with excellent promise to motivate quality physical activity at school and beyond. This opportunity is for people with a passion to make a difference and get the nation's
- [Small Grants Program](https://www.nccor.org/small-grants-program/) - Purpose: The goal of The Cornell Center for Behavioral Economics in Child Nutrition Programs (BEN Center) Small Grants Program is to fund innovative research projects that apply the principles of behavioral economics to improving food choices made by children at school as participants in the USDA Child Nutrition Programs. During its first year, the grant
- [Home- and Family-Based Approaches for the Prevention or Management of Overweight or Obesity in Early Childhood (R21)](https://www.nccor.org/home-and-family-based-approaches-for-the-prevention-or-management-of-overweight-or-obesity-in-early-childhood-r21/) - Purpose: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) encourages exploratory pilot/feasibility study and small clinical trial (R21) applications from institutions/organizations that propose to test novel home or family based interventions for the prevention or management of overweight in infancy and early childhood. Tested interventions can use behavioral (including dietary and physical activity), environmental, or other relevant approaches. Applications
- [Home- and Family-Based Approaches for the Prevention or Management of Overweight or Obesity in Early Childhood (R01)](https://www.nccor.org/home-and-family-based-approaches-for-the-prevention-or-management-of-overweight-or-obesity-in-early-childhood-r01/) - Purpose: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) encourages Research Project Grant (R01) applications from institutions/organizations that propose randomized clinical trials testing novel home- or family-based interventions for the prevention or management of overweight in infancy and early childhood. Tested interventions can use behavioral (including dietary and physical activity), environmental, or other relevant approaches. Applications should focus on
- [School Nutrition and Physical Activity Policies, Obesogenic Behaviors and Weight Outcomes (R03)](https://www.nccor.org/school-nutrition-and-physical-activity-policies-obesogenic-behaviors-and-weight-outcomes-r03/) - Purpose: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) encourages Research Project Grant (R03) applications that propose to: (1) foster multidisciplinary research that will evaluate how policies (federal, state and school district levels) can influence school physical activity and nutrition environments, youths’ obesogenic behaviors (e.g., nutrition and physical activity behaviors), and weight outcomes; (2) understand how schools are
- [School Nutrition and Physical Activity Policies, Obesogenic Behaviors and Weight Outcomes (R21)](https://www.nccor.org/school-nutrition-and-physical-activity-policies-obesogenic-behaviors-and-weight-outcomes-r21/) - Purpose: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) encourages Research Project Grant (R21) applications that propose to: (1) foster multidisciplinary research that will evaluate how policies (federal, state and school district levels) can influence school physical activity and nutrition environments, youths’ obesogenic behaviors (e.g., nutrition and physical activity behaviors), and weight outcomes; (2) understand how schools are
- [School Nutrition and Physical Activity Policies, Obesogenic Behaviors and Weight Outcomes (R01)](https://www.nccor.org/school-nutrition-and-physical-activity-policies-obesogenic-behaviors-and-weight-outcomes-r01/) - Purpose: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) encourages Research Project Grant (R01) applications that propose to: (1) foster multidisciplinary research that will evaluate how policies (federal, state and school district levels) can influence school physical activity and nutrition environments, youths’ obesogenic behaviors (e.g., nutrition and physical activity behaviors), and weight outcomes; (2) understand how schools are
- [Obesity Policy Research: Evaluation and Measures (R03)](https://www.nccor.org/obesity-policy-research-evaluation-and-measures-r03/) - Purpose: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) encourages Small Research Grant (R03) applications that propose to: (1) conduct evaluation research on obesity-related “natural experiments” (defined here as community and other population-level public policy interventions that may affect diet and physical activity behavior), and/or (2) develop and/or validate relevant community-level measures (instruments and methodologies to assess the
- [Obesity Policy Research: Evaluation and Measures (R21)](https://www.nccor.org/obesity-policy-research-evaluation-and-measures-r21/) - Purpose: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) encourages Exploratory/Developmental Grant (R21) applications that propose to: (1) conduct evaluation research on obesity-related “natural experiments” (defined here as community and other population-level public policy interventions that may affect diet and physical activity behavior), and/or (2) develop and/or validate relevant community-level measures (instruments and methodologies to assess the food
- [Obesity Policy Research: Evaluation and Measures (R01)](https://www.nccor.org/obesity-policy-research-evaluation-and-measures-r01/) - Purpose: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) encourages Research Project Grant (R01) applications that propose to: (1) conduct evaluation research on obesity-related “natural experiments” (defined here as community and other population-level public policy interventions that may affect diet and physical activity behavior), and/or (2) develop and/or validate relevant community-level measures (instruments and methodologies to assess the
- [Changes in Health Care Financing and Organization (HCFO)](https://www.nccor.org/changes-in-health-care-financing-and-organization-hcfo/) - Purpose: Changes in Health Care Financing and Organization (HCFO) supports research, policy analysis, and evaluation projects that provide policy leaders timely information on health care policy, financing, and organization issues. Supported projects include: Examining significant issues and interventions related to health care financing and organization and their effects on health care costs, quality, and access
- [Rapid Response Pilot Studies RFA](https://www.nccor.org/rapid-response-pilot-studies-rfa/) - Purpose: This RFA provides funds for researchers to collect time-sensitive data for impending environmental or policy changes. Pilot projects should use a systems science framework, but need not use system science methods. The JHGCCO seeks to jumpstart systems-oriented childhood obesity research in a rapidly-changing physical or policy environment by supporting opportune pilot and feasibility projects

## Resources

- [Trail Use Research Brief](https://www.nccor.org/resources/trail-use-research-brief/)
- [Measures Registry Resource Suite Teaching Slides: Individual Diet](https://www.nccor.org/resources/measures-registry-resource-suite-teaching-slides-individual-diet/)
- [Development of the Physical Activity Research Opportunities (PARO) framework](https://www.nccor.org/resources/development-of-the-physical-activity-research-opportunities-paro-framework/)
- [Advancing Policy, Systems, and Environmental Change Research to Reverse Upward Trends in Obesity Prevalence—A New Call to Action](https://www.nccor.org/resources/advancing-policy-systems-and-environmental-change-research-to-reverse-upward-trends-in-obesity-prevalence-a-new-call-to-action/)
- [The PARO Framework as a Tool to Advance Physical Activity Research](https://www.nccor.org/resources/10507/)
- [New Horizons in Childhood Obesity Research // Annual Report 2025](https://www.nccor.org/resources/new-horizons-in-childhood-obesity-research-annual-report-2025/)
- [The Development of NCCOR’s Implementation Scorecard: A Decision-Making Companion for Public Health Practitioners](https://www.nccor.org/resources/the-development-of-nccors-implementation-scorecard-a-decision-making-companion-for-public-health-practitioners/)
- [Using Qualitative Data Analysis Combined with Expert Consultation to Consolidate Research Opportunities: Developing the Physical Activity Research Opportunities (PARO) Framework](https://www.nccor.org/resources/using-qualitative-data-analysis-combined-with-expert-consultation-to-consolidate-research-opportunities-developing-the-physical-activity-research-opportunities-paro-framework/)
- [NCCOR Student Resources Guide](https://www.nccor.org/resources/nccor-student-resources-guide/)
- [Talking About Economic Benefits of Activity-Friendly Communities](https://www.nccor.org/resources/talking-about-economic-benefits-of-activity-friendly-communities/)
- [A Guide to NCCOR's Research Tools](https://www.nccor.org/resources/a-guide-to-nccors-research-tools/)
- [NCCOR Overview Booklet](https://www.nccor.org/resources/nccor-overview-booklet-2/)
- [Implementation Scorecard: A Decision-Making Companion](https://www.nccor.org/resources/implementation-scorecard-a-decision-making-companion/)
- [Implementation Scorecard: The Feeding Forward Case Study](https://www.nccor.org/resources/implementation-scorecard-the-feeding-forward-case-study/)
- [OPUS Learning Series: Applying Rigorous Designs to the Evaluation of PSE Interventions](https://www.nccor.org/resources/opus-learning-series-applying-rigorous-designs-to-the-evaluation-of-pse-interventions/)
- [OPUS Learning Series: Planning and Engaging Across Sectors and Settings for Policy, Systems, and Environmental (PSE) Interventions](https://www.nccor.org/resources/opus-learning-series-planning-and-engaging-across-sectors-and-settings-for-policy-systems-and-environmental-pse-interventions/)
- [OPUS Learning Series: Systems Approaches to Obesity Prevention](https://www.nccor.org/resources/opus-learning-series-systems-approaches-to-obesity-prevention/)
- [OPUS Learning Series: A Design Thinking Approach to Community Engagement to Promote Public Health Intervention Sustainability](https://www.nccor.org/resources/opus-learning-series-a-design-thinking-approach-to-community-engagement-to-promote-public-health-intervention-sustainability/)
- [OPUS Learning Series: Applying Systems Thinking in Community-Engaged, Participatory Research: Lessons Learned from the Amsterdam Healthy Weight Program](https://www.nccor.org/resources/opus-learning-series-applying-systems-thinking-in-community-engaged-participatory-research-lessons-learned-from-the-amsterdam-healthy-weight-program/)
- [OPUS II Workshop Summary](https://www.nccor.org/resources/opus-ii-workshop-summary/)
- [Count Every Bite to Make “Every Bite Count”: Measurement Gaps and Future Directions for Assessing Diet from Birth to 24 Months](https://www.nccor.org/resources/count-every-bite-to-make-every-bite-count-measurement-gaps-and-future-directions-for-assessing-diet-from-birth-to-24-months/)
- [Reliability and Validity of Physical Activity Measures for Children and Adolescents: The NCCOR Measures Registry Review](https://www.nccor.org/resources/reliability-and-validity-of-physical-activity-measures-for-children-and-adolescents-the-nccor-measures-registry-review/)
- [Using a Community Health Assessment To Understand the Food Environment of a Rural Locality](https://www.nccor.org/resources/using-a-community-health-assessment-to-understand-the-food-environment-of-a-rural-locality/)
- [Summer Research: Examining Adolescent Physical Activity and Social Networks at Summer Care Programs](https://www.nccor.org/resources/summer-research-examining-adolescent-physical-activity-and-social-networks-at-summer-care-programs/)
- [How to Use the Measures Registry Resource Suite Fact Sheet](https://www.nccor.org/resources/how-to-use-the-measures-registry-resource-suite-factsheet/)
- [Catalogue of Surveillance Systems Case Study](https://www.nccor.org/resources/case-study-catalogue-of-surveillance-systems/)
- [Food Patterns Equivalents Database Case Study](https://www.nccor.org/resources/case-study-food-patterns-equivalents-database/)
- [Green Health Case Study](https://www.nccor.org/resources/case-study-green-health/)
- [SNAP-Ed Toolkit Case Study](https://www.nccor.org/resources/case-study-snap-ed-toolkit/)
- [Steps for Building a Public Health Collaborative NCCOR Case Study](https://www.nccor.org/resources/steps-for-building-a-public-health-collaborative-nccor-case-study-2/)
- [Measures Registry Resource Suite Teaching Slides: Food Environment](https://www.nccor.org/resources/measures-registry-teaching-slides-food-environment/)
- [Measures Registry Resource Suite Teaching Slides: Physical Activity Environment](https://www.nccor.org/resources/measures-registry-resource-suite-teaching-slides-physical-activity-environment/)
- [Measures Registry Resource Suite Teaching Slides: Individual Diet](https://www.nccor.org/resources/measures-registry-resource-suite-teaching-slides-individual-diet-2/)
- [Measures Registry, User Guides, and Learning Modules: A Suite of Resources for Professors](https://www.nccor.org/resources/measures-registry-user-guides-and-learning-modules-a-suite-of-resources-for-professors/)
- [Q&A for Public Health Students](https://www.nccor.org/resources/qa-for-public-health-students/)
- [Rebuilding Momentum: NCCOR 2024 Annual Report](https://www.nccor.org/resources/rebuilding-momentum-nccor-2024-annual-report/)
- [OPUS II Executive Summary](https://www.nccor.org/resources/opus-ii-executive-summary/)
- [The Influence of Social Determinants of Health and Structural Racism on Childhood Obesity](https://www.nccor.org/resources/the-influence-of-social-determinants-of-health-and-structural-racism-on-childhood-obesity/)
- [OPUS I Meeting Summary](https://www.nccor.org/resources/opus-i-meeting-summary-2/)
- [CSS— Now with Sleep Variables!](https://www.nccor.org/resources/css-now-with-sleep-variables/)
- [NCCOR 15-Year Reflection Video](https://www.nccor.org/resources/10155/)
- [OPUS I Executive Summary](https://www.nccor.org/resources/opus-i-executive-summary/)
- [Investigating the Relationship Between Sleep and Childhood Obesity](https://www.nccor.org/resources/investigating-the-relationship-between-sleep-and-childhood-obesity/)
- [NCCOR by the Numbers, 2009-2023](https://www.nccor.org/resources/nccor-by-the-numbers-2009-2023/)
- [15 Years of NCCOR Timeline](https://www.nccor.org/resources/nccor-at-15-timeline/)
- [Making a Strategic Difference: NCCOR 2023 Annual Report](https://www.nccor.org/resources/making-a-strategic-difference-nccor-2024-annual-report/)
- [Causes of Childhood Obesity in Latin America](https://www.nccor.org/resources/causes-of-childhood-obesity-in-latin-america/)
- [What are the Research Needs in Latin America?](https://www.nccor.org/resources/what-are-the-research-needs-in-latin-america/)
- [Nutrition Status of Children in Latin America](https://www.nccor.org/resources/nutrition-status-of-children-in-latin-america/)
- [Lessons Learned from Global Efforts Graphic](https://www.nccor.org/resources/lessons-learned-from-global-efforts-graphic/)
- [Measures Registry Graphic](https://www.nccor.org/resources/measures-registry-graphic/)
- [Measures for Children at High Risk for Obesity Decision Tree Graphic](https://www.nccor.org/resources/measures-for-children-at-high-risk-for-obesity-decision-tree-graphic/)
- [Measures for Children at High Risk for Obesity Graphic](https://www.nccor.org/resources/measures-for-children-at-high-risk-for-obesity-graphic/)
- [Measures Registry Resource Suite: Tools in One Place Graphic](https://www.nccor.org/resources/measures-registry-resource-suite-tools-in-one-place-graphic/)
- [A Toolkit for Evaluating Childhood Healthy Weight Programs Graphic](https://www.nccor.org/resources/a-toolkit-for-evaluating-childhood-healthy-weight-programs-graphic/)
- [Tell Us How You Use NCCOR Tools!](https://www.nccor.org/resources/tell-us-how-you-use-nccor-tools/)
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- [The Childhood Obesity Declines Project: Implications for Research and Evaluation Approaches](https://www.nccor.org/resources/the-childhood-obesity-declines-project-implications-for-research-and-evaluation-approaches/)
- [Childhood Obesity Declines Project: An Exploratory Study of Strategies Identified in Communities Reporting Declines](https://www.nccor.org/resources/childhood-obesity-declines-project-an-exploratory-study-of-strategies-identified-in-communities-reporting-declines/)
- [Childhood Obesity Declines Project: A Different Methodology](https://www.nccor.org/resources/childhood-obesity-declines-project-a-different-methodology/)
- [Childhood Obesity Declines Project: Highlights of Community Strategies and Policies](https://www.nccor.org/resources/childhood-obesity-declines-project-highlights-of-community-strategies-and-policies/)
- [The Childhood Obesity Declines Project: A Review of Enacted Policies](https://www.nccor.org/resources/the-childhood-obesity-declines-project-a-review-of-enacted-policies/)
- [Identification of Effective Programs to Improve Access to and Use of Trails among Youth from Under-Resourced Communities: A Review](https://www.nccor.org/resources/identification-of-effective-programs-to-improve-access-to-and-use-of-trails-among-youth-from-under-resourced-communities-a-review/)
- [Childhood Obesity Evidence Base Project: Methods for Taxonomy Development for Application in Taxonomic Meta-Analysis](https://www.nccor.org/resources/childhood-obesity-evidence-base-project-methods-for-taxonomy-development-for-application-in-taxonomic-meta-analysis/)
- [Priorities and Indicators for Economic Evaluation of Built Environment Interventions to Promote Physical Activity](https://www.nccor.org/resources/priorities-and-indicators-for-economic-evaluation-of-built-environment-interventions-to-promote-physical-activity/)
- [Systematic Review of Active Travel to School Surveillance in the United States and Canada](https://www.nccor.org/resources/systematic-review-of-active-travel-to-school-surveillance-in-the-united-states-and-canada/)
- [Systematic Review on Quantifying Pedestrian Injury When Evaluating Changes to the Built Environment](https://www.nccor.org/resources/systematic-review-on-quantifying-pedestrian-injury-when-evaluating-changes-to-the-built-environment/)
- [A Guide to Methods for Assessing Childhood Obesity](https://www.nccor.org/resources/a-guide-to-methods-for-assessing-childhood-obesity/)
- [Compendio de Actividades Físicas para Niños, Niñas y Adolescentes](https://www.nccor.org/resources/youth-compendium-fact-sheet-spanish/)
- [Signs of Progress in Childhood Obesity Declines -Site Summary Report - Anchorage, Alaska, 2015](https://www.nccor.org/resources/signs-of-progress-in-childhood-obesity-declines-site-summary-report-anchorage-alaska-2015/)
- [Signs of Progress in Childhood Obesity Declines -Site Summary Report - Granville, NC, 2015](https://www.nccor.org/resources/signs-of-progress-in-childhood-obesity-declines-site-summary-report-granville-nc-2015/)
- [Signs of Progress in Childhood Obesity Declines -Site Summary Report - New York, NY, 2015](https://www.nccor.org/resources/signs-of-progress-in-childhood-obesity-declines-site-summary-report-new-york-ny-2015/)
- [Signs of Progress in Childhood Obesity Declines -Site Summary Report - Philadelphia, PA, 2015](https://www.nccor.org/resources/signs-of-progress-in-childhood-obesity-declines-site-summary-report-philadelphia-pa-2015/)
- [Measures Registry Usage from Around the World](https://www.nccor.org/resources/nccor-measures-registry-usage-from-around-the-world-2/)
- [Childhood Obesity Evidence Base: A Novel Taxonomic Meta-Analytic Method Database](https://www.nccor.org/resources/childhood-obesity-evidence-base-a-novel-taxonomic-meta-analytic-method/)
- [Assessment for the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR): Key Informant Interviews to Inform Nutrition and Physical Activity Efforts in Child Care Settings During the COVID-19 Pandemic](https://www.nccor.org/resources/assessment-for-the-national-collaborative-on-childhood-obesity-research-nccor-key-informant-interviews-to-inform-nutrition-and-physical-activity-efforts-in-child-care-settings-during-the-covid-19-p/)
- [Childhood Obesity Evidence Base: A Novel Taxonomic Meta-Analytic Method Overview](https://www.nccor.org/resources/childhood-obesity-evidence-base-a-novel-taxonomic-meta-analytic-method-2/)
- [The Healthy Eating Index 2015](https://www.nccor.org/resources/the-healthy-eating-index-2015/)
- [Useful Behavioral Design Resources](https://www.nccor.org/resources/useful-behavioral-design-resources/)
- [Healthy Diet and Healthy Eating Index Infographics Series: 3—How Does Our Food Supply Measure Up?](https://www.nccor.org/resources/3-how-does-our-food-supply-measure-up/)
- [Healthy Diet and Healthy Eating Index Infographics Series: 2—Eating a Healthy Diet Depends on Having a Healthy Food Supply](https://www.nccor.org/resources/2-eating-a-healthy-diet-depends-on-having-a-healthy-food-supply/)
- [Healthy Diet and Healthy Eating Index Infographics Series: 1— Here Are the Elements of a Healthy Diet](https://www.nccor.org/resources/1-here-are-the-elements-of-a-healthy-diet/)
- [Healthy Diet and Healthy Eating Index Infographics Series: 4—What Would We Need To Do To Have a Healthy Food Supply?](https://www.nccor.org/resources/4-what-would-we-need-to-do-to-have-a-healthy-food-supply/)
- [Logic Model: Metrics](https://www.nccor.org/resources/logic-model-metrics/)
- [Evaluation of Health Care-Community Engagement  Efforts to Address Obesity: A Sample Logic Model](https://www.nccor.org/resources/evaluation-of-health-care-community-engagement-efforts-to-address-obesity-a-sample-logic-model/)
- [Measures Registry Filter Options](https://www.nccor.org/resources/nccor-measures-registry-filter-options/)
- [Measures Registry User Guide: Physical Activity Environment](https://www.nccor.org/resources/physical-activity-environment-measures-registry-user-guide/)
- [Measures Registry](https://www.nccor.org/resources/case-study-measures-registry-2/)
- [Visualizing Diet Quality at Multiple Levels of the Food Stream](https://www.nccor.org/resources/white-paper-visualizing-diet-quality-at-multiple-levels-of-the-food-stream/)
- [Understanding and Advancing Declines in Childhood Obesity: NCCOR 2015 Annual Report](https://www.nccor.org/resources/understanding-and-advancing-declines-in-childhood-obesity-nccor-annual-report-2015/)
- [Making an Impact: NCCOR 2012 Annual Report](https://www.nccor.org/resources/making-an-impact-nccor-annual-report-2012/)
- [Building Momentum: NCCOR 2013 Annual Report](https://www.nccor.org/resources/building-momentum-nccor-annual-report-2013/)
- [NCCOR Tools](https://www.nccor.org/resources/nccor-tools/)
- [NCCOR Catalogue of Surveillance Systems Filter Options](https://www.nccor.org/resources/nccor-catalogue-of-surveillance-systems-filter-options/)
- [NCCOR Project Participation](https://www.nccor.org/resources/nccor-project-participation/)
- [U.S. Childhood Obesity Trends](https://www.nccor.org/resources/u-s-childhood-obesity-trends-2/)
- [2007-2009 State Obesity Prevalence Among Low-Income Children Aged 2 to 4 Years](https://www.nccor.org/resources/2007-2009-state-obesity-prevalence-among-low-income-children-aged-2-to-4-years/)
- [Advancing Measurement of Environmental and Policy Influences on Childhood Obesity: Implications and Recommendations for the Field](https://www.nccor.org/resources/advancing-measurement-of-environmental-and-policy-influences-on-childhood-obesity-implications-and-recommendations-for-the-field/)
- [Advancing Measurement of Individual Behaviors Related to Childhood Obesity: Implications and Recommendations for the Field](https://www.nccor.org/resources/advancing-measurement-of-individual-behaviors-related-to-childhood-obesity-implications-and-recommendations-for-the-field/)
- [NCCOR Catalogue of Surveillance Systems Usage from Around the World](https://www.nccor.org/resources/nccor-catalogue-of-surveillance-systems-usage-from-around-the-world-2/)
- [常见问题及答案](https://www.nccor.org/resources/常见问题及答案/)
- [Exploring Declines in Childhood Obesity in Four Communities](https://www.nccor.org/resources/exploring-declines-in-childhood-obesity-in-four-communities/)
- [Expanding Our Outreach: NCCOR 2016 Annual Report](https://www.nccor.org/resources/expanding-our-outreach-nccor-2016-annual-report/)
- [Moving Forward on Physical Activity: NCCOR 2017 Annual Report](https://www.nccor.org/resources/moving-forward-on-physical-activity-nccor-2017-annual-report/)
- [Creating Environments to Grow, Move, and Thrive: NCCOR 2021 Annual Report](https://www.nccor.org/resources/creating-environments-to-grow-move-and-thrive-nccor-2021-annual-report/)
- [Lessons Learned from Global Efforts - Summary Report](https://www.nccor.org/resources/lessons-learned-from-global-efforts-summary-report/)
- [Rapid Response Funding](https://www.nccor.org/resources/rapid-response-funding/)
- [IPEN Research Brief](https://www.nccor.org/resources/ipen-research-brief-2/)
- [Development of the Database for the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research Measures Registry](https://www.nccor.org/resources/development-of-the-database-for-the-national-collaborative-on-childhood-obesity-research-measures-registry/)
- [Measures Registry Overview Booklet](https://www.nccor.org/resources/measures-registry-overview-booklet/)

## Webinars

- [Supporting Recess in Schools: Evidence, Health Impact, and Action](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/supporting-recess-in-schools-evidence-health-impact-and-action/) - On March 10, 2026, NCCOR hosted its Connect & Explore webinar titled “Supporting Recess in Schools: Evidence, Health Impact, and Action.” Physical inactivity is a leading contributor to chronic disease in the United States. While physical activity is beneficial across the lifespan, it is especially critical during childhood to support physical, mental, and emotional health
- [Advancing Physical Activity Research and Practice with the PARO Framework](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/advancing-physical-activity-research-and-practice-with-the-paro-framework/) - On January 27, 2026, NCCOR hosted a Connect & Explore webinar titled “Advancing Physical Activity Research and Practice with the PARO Framework.” The PARO framework consolidates years of disparate research recommendations into one accessible tool designed to strengthen physical activity research, funding, policy, and practice. Although the gaps and opportunities in physical activity research have
- [Nutritional Implications of GLP-1 Medications in Obesity Care](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/connect-explore-nutritional-implications-of-glp-1-medications-in-obesity-care/) - On August 28, 2025, NCCOR hosted a Connect & Explore webinar titled “Nutritional Implications of GLP-1 Medications in Obesity Care.” The use of obesity medications (OM), particularly GLP-1 agonists, has surged in recent years as evidence shows their effectiveness in facilitating weight reduction and improvements in cardiometabolic and health outcomes and quality of life. However,
- [Turning Evidence into Action: Using NCCOR’s Implementation Scorecard to Strengthen Childhood Obesity, Nutrition, and Physical Activity Interventions](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/turning-evidence-into-action-using-nccors-implementation-scorecard-to-strengthen-childhood-obesity-nutrition-and-physical-activity-interventions/) - On October 14, 2025, NCCOR hosted a Connect & Explore webinar titled “Turning Evidence into Action: Using NCCOR’s Implementation Scorecard to Strengthen Childhood Obesity, Nutrition, and Physical Activity Interventions.” Implementation science seeks to close the gap between evidence and practice, or between what we know and what is actually done. NCCOR’s new Implementation Scorecard was informed by
- [Implementation Science & Childhood Obesity: Sparking Conversations and Actions](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/implementation-science-childhood-obesity-sparking-conversations-and-actions/) - On November 30, 2022, the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity (NCCOR) hosted a public workshop titled, “Implementation Science & Childhood Obesity: Sparking Conversations and Actions.” The workshop offered an introduction to implementation science for researchers working in childhood obesity, nutrition, and physical activity. The workshop highlighted several experts in the field and provided examples of
- [Obesity-Related Policy, Systems, and Environmental Research in the U.S. (OPUS)](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/obesity-related-policy-systems-and-environmental-research-in-the-u-s-opus/) - Visit the OPUS I project page to view the recorded presentations and download the slides. On June 4–5 NCCOR hosted the Obesity-Related Policy, Systems, and Environmental Research in the U.S. (OPUS) workshop featuring presentations from leading obesity-prevention and public health experts. The workshop examined best practices in obesity prevention research with specific attention to community
- [Obesity-Related Policy, Systems, and Environmental Research in the U.S. (OPUS) II](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/obesity-related-policy-systems-and-environmental-research-in-the-u-s-opus-2/) - Visit the OPUS II project page to view the recorded presentations and download the slides. Building on the valuable insights from the OPUS I workshop, OPUS II focused on the next generation of equity-centered, community-engaged policy, systems, and environmental (PSE) interventions for childhood obesity prevention. This virtual workshop explored critical methodological considerations, innovative research approaches, and practical
- [Understanding Weight Stigma: Impacts on Families and Youth](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/understanding-weight-stigma-impacts-on-families-and-youth/) - On January 27, 2025, from 1:00–2:00 p.m. ET, NCCOR hosted its Connect & Explore webinar titled “Understanding Weight Stigma: Impacts on Families and Youth.” Weight stigma refers to the societal devaluation of people because of their body weight or body size. While children and youth may experience weight stigma from peers, teachers, and health care
- [Measuring Diet Quality Across the Lifespan: Introducing the New Healthy Eating Index-Toddlers-2020 and Healthy Eating Index-2020](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/measuring-diet-quality-across-the-lifespan-introducing-the-new-healthy-eating-index-toddlers-2020-and-healthy-eating-index-2020-3/) - On September 7, 2023, NCCOR hosted a Connect & Explore webinar titled, “Measuring Diet Quality Across the Lifespan: Introducing the New Healthy Eating Index-Toddlers-2020 and Healthy Eating Index-2020.” This special 90-minute webinar featured an expert panel of researchers who contributed to the new Healthy Eating Index (HEI). HEI is a scoring system to assess how well
- [Cooperative Extension’s National Framework for Health Equity and Well-Being: Implementation and Intersections with NCCOR Partners](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/cooperative-extensions-national-framework-for-health-equity-and-well-being-implementation-and-intersections-with-nccor-partners-2/) - On April 27, 2023, NCCOR, in partnership with the U.S. Department of Agriculture, hosted a Connect & Explore webinar, “Cooperative Extension’s National Framework for Health Equity and Well-Being: Implementation and Intersections with NCCOR Partners.” Launched in 2021, the updated Framework addressed the contextual factors that impact a person’s health outcomes, including social determinants of health, policies, and
- [Sleep’s Role in Child Health: Expanding NCCOR’s Catalogue of Surveillance Systems](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/sleeps-role-in-child-health-expanding-nccors-catalogue-of-surveillance-systems/) - On March 13, 2024, NCCOR presented “Sleep’s Role in Child Health: Expanding NCCOR’s Catalogue of Surveillance Systems.” This 1-hour webinar featured experts from the National Institutes of Health who led the effort to add sleep variables to the Catalogue of Surveillance Systems (CSS). Launched over a decade ago, the CSS is an indispensable resource for
- [Click, Click, Cook: Online Grocery Shopping Leaves ‘Food Deserts’ Behind](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/click-click-cook-online-grocery-shopping-leaves-food-deserts-behind/) - On February 20, 2020 the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) hosted a Connect & Explore webinar titled, “Click, Click, Cook: Online Grocery Shopping Leaves ‘Food Deserts’ Behind.” Speakers included Eric J. Brandt, MD, MHS and Jerold R. Mande, MPH. The webinar provided a brief overview of a study recently published in JAMA, “Availability
- [Childhood Obesity Research Across Borders: The Physical Environment](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/childhood-obesity-research-across-borders-the-physical-environment/) - On Tuesday, July 20, 2021, The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR), together with the Fogarty International Center at the National Institutes of Health, hosted a Connect & Explore webinar titled “Childhood Obesity Research Across Borders: The Physical Environment.” The webinar was the second in a two-part series. It discussed how policy changes and citizen science
- [Childhood Obesity Research Across Borders: Social Determinants of Health](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/childhood-obesity-research-across-borders-social-determinants-of-health/) - On Thursday, June 17, 2021, The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR), together with the Fogarty International Center at the National Institutes of Health, hosted a Connect & Explore webinar titled “Childhood Obesity Research Across Borders: Social Determinants of Health.” The webinar was the first in a two-part series and discussed how social determinants of health,
- [Evaluating Health Care-Community Collaborations Part 3: Implications and Recommendations for the Field](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/evaluating-health-care-community-collaborations-part-3-implications-and-recommendations-for-the-field/) - On November 10, 2016, NCCOR hosted part three of a three-part Connect & Explore webinar series on Evaluating Health Care-Community Collaborations. The webinar featured groundbreaking research examining hospitals’ community benefit activities to improve healthy food access, reduce risk of obesity and diet-related disease, and promote healthier food systems in their communities. The webinar also featured
- [Evaluating Health Care-Community Collaborations Part 2: Hospital-Based Programs](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/evaluating-health-care-community-collaborations-part-2-hospital-based-programs/) - On September 14, 2016, NCCOR hosted part two of a three-part Connect & Explore webinar series on Evaluating Health Care-Community Collaborations. The webinar featured two case studies highlighting strategies used by hospitals to engage communities in addressing childhood obesity. Speakers included Victoria Rogers, MD, Director, Let’s Go! The Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital at Maine Medical
- [Evaluating Health Care-Community Collaborations Part 1: Community-Based Programs](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/evaluating-health-care-community-collaborations-part-1-community-based-programs/) - On June 22, 2016, NCCOR hosted a Connect & Explore webinar featuring two case studies highlighting strategies used by clinics to engage communities in addressing childhood obesity. Speakers included Darcy Freedman, PhD, MPH, Associate Professor of epidemiology, biostatistics, and social work at Case Western Reserve University; Associate Director of the Prevention Research Center for Healthy
- [New Cost-Effectiveness and Impact Estimates for Childhood Obesity Interventions](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/new-cost-effectiveness-and-impact-estimates-for-childhood-obesity-interventions/) - New research on the cost effectiveness and impact of interventions to reduce childhood obesity was the focus of the most recent Connect & Explore webinar. Led by Steven Gortmaker, PhD, professor of the Practice of Health Sociology in the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, director
- [A New Model for Integrating Clinical-Community Systems to Tackle Obesity](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/a-new-model-for-integrating-clinical-community-systems-to-tackle-obesity/) - NCCOR’s Connect & Explore Webinar examined recently published research advocating a shift in the framework to prevent and treat obesity and related chronic diseases. The webinar featured William H. Dietz, director of the Sumner M. Redstone Global Center for Prevention and Wellness at The George Washington University. The webinar also included information on NCCOR’s Engaging
- [Childhood Obesity Declines and Disparities— A Complicated Relationship](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/childhood-obesity-declines-and-disparities-a-complicated-relationship/) - NCCOR’s Connect & Explore Webinar provided a closer look at childhood obesity declines, disparities, and opportunities to reconsider the design and impact of policies and interventions. The webinar featured Shiriki Kumanyika, emeritus professor of epidemiology at the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine; chair of the African American Collaborative Obesity Research Network (AACORN); and
- [First Findings from USDA’s FoodAPS](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/first-findings-from-usdas-foodaps/) - On March 31, 2015 Connect & Explore revealed insights from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Household Food Acquisition and Purchase Survey (FoodAPS) and discussed new research opportunities made possible by the first-of-its-kind survey. Speakers included Jessica Todd, Senior Economist, and Mark Denbaly, Deputy Director for Data, both from the Food Economics Division within
- [Five Years of Accelerating Progress Through Childhood Obesity Research](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/five-years-of-accelerating-progress-through-childhood-obesity-research/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) launched Connect & Explore—a webinar series to engage, inform, and communicate with researchers and other external audiences. The Connect & Explore Webinar Series will be conducted three times per year. This first webinar included an overview of NCCOR and its mission and accomplishments, a panel discussion with
- [NCCOR Measures Registry](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/nccor-measures-registry/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) hosted a webinar featuring its Measures Registry, a searchable online registry of diet and physical activity measures relevant to childhood obesity research. The Registry includes almost 750 measures in four domains: individual dietary behavior, food environment, individual physical activity, and physical activity environment. This webinar describes the
- [NCCOR Catalogue of Surveillance Systems](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/nccor-catalogue-of-surveillance-systems/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) Catalogue of Surveillance Systems allows users to review, sort and compare more than 75 surveillance systems relevant to childhood obesity research. The Catalogue provides a unique window on obesity-related environmental factors and policies, as well as trends in relevant health behaviors, outcomes and determinants. This webinar described
- [Measurement of Active and Sedentary Behaviors: Closing the Gaps in Self-Report Methods](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/measurement-of-active-and-sedentary-behaviors-closing-the-gaps-in-self-report-methods/) - No single measure can capture physical activity perfectly. Development of self-report methods has been a persistent and evolving pursuit. Measures vary in how they quantify a broad range of health-related and behavioral constructs, from physiologic response to exercise, to participation in specific types of activities, to patterns of usual lifestyle behaviors. An additional challenge for
- [Four-Part Webinar Series on Policy Evaluation](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/four-part-webinar-series-on-policy-evaluation/) - Overview This web-based seminar series aims to increase skills of researchers and practitioners in policy evaluation effectiveness. Increasingly, policies are being implemented at state and local levels that are intended to reduce obesity prevalence by improving diet and/or increasing physical activity. Rigorous evaluation of these “natural experiments” may be an effective means for the research
- [A Deeper Dive into Childhood Obesity Declines](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/a-deeper-dive-into-childhood-obesity-declines/) - The NCCOR Connect & Explore Webinar Series engages and informs researchers and other audiences. The series is conducted three times per year. This second webinar explored recent data showing declines in childhood obesity rates; we heard insights from representatives of communities where decreases have been reported and learned how to translate findings for policy makers
- [Insights into Landmark Calorie Declines in the U.S. Food Marketplace](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/insights-into-landmark-calorie-declines-in-the-u-s-food-marketplace/) - The final NCCOR Connect & Explore Webinar of 2014 provided an in-depth look at the findings and groundbreaking methods from the Healthy Weight Commitment Foundation evaluation conducted by the University of North Carolina (UNC). The webinar featured insights from principal investigator Dr. Shu Wen Ng, who co-directs UNC’s Food Research Program with Dr. Barry Popkin.
- [Rethinking Obesity Prevention—The Second Lancet Series on Obesity](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/rethinking-obesity-prevention-the-second-lancet-series-on-obesity/) - Connect & Explore provided the first chance to hear from authors of the Second LancetSeries on Obesity and ask them questions. The first webinar of 2015 featured insights from Dr. Terry T-K Huang, Professor, School of Public Health, City University of New York, and Dr. Boyd Swinburn, Professor, Population Nutrition and Global Health, University of Auckland;
- [SNAP-Ed Evaluation Framework Part 1: Measuring Success in Low-Income Nutrition Education and Obesity Prevention Programs](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/snap-ed-evaluation-framework-part-1-measuring-success-in-low-income-nutrition-education-and-obesity-prevention-programs/) - States and organizations are implementing comprehensive nutrition education and obesity prevention programs around the country as one approach to address the rise in childhood obesity. To establish a mechanism to evaluate program effectiveness and report results to funders, NCCOR, in partnership with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Service (FNS), the Association of
- [SNAP-Ed Evaluation Framework Part 2: Strategies and Tools for Measuring the Priority Indicators](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/snap-ed-evaluation-framework-part-2-strategies-and-tools-for-measuring-the-priority-indicators/) - States and organizations are implementing comprehensive nutrition education and obesity prevention programs around the country as one approach to address the rise in childhood obesity. To establish a mechanism to evaluate program effectiveness and report results to funders, NCCOR, in partnership with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Service (FNS), the Association of
- [Society of Behavioral Medicine (SBM) 37th Annual Meeting & Scientific Sessions: Reducing Childhood Obesity Disparities: Insights from Global Strategies to Achieve Health Equity](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/society-of-behavioral-medicine-sbm-37th-annual-meeting-scientific-sessions-reducing-childhood-obesity-disparities-insights-from-global-strategies-to-achieve-health-equity/) - Connect & Explore held three special events from the Society of Behavioral Medicine (SBM) 37th Annual Meeting & Scientific Sessions. The panels offered exclusive access to presentations from internationally renowned scholars, exploring high-impact childhood obesity strategies from around the world including scalable physical activity interventions in Latin America; sugar-sweetened beverage taxes in Mexico, South America,
- [Looking Back and Looking Forward: Nine Years of School District Wellness Policy Implementation](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/looking-back-and-looking-forward-nine-years-of-school-district-wellness-policy-implementation/) - Since 2003, obesity rates among children in the United States have remained high, creating a new generation at risk for health problems later in life. Although reducing the prevalence of childhood obesity will require multisector solutions, changing the environment, particularly the school environment, is one way to promote change. On October 24, 2016, NCCOR hosted
- [Assessing Prevalence and Trends in Obesity: Navigating the Evidence](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/assessing-prevalence-and-trends-in-obesity-navigating-the-evidence/) - On December 5, 2016, NCCOR hosted a Connect & Explore webinar on Assessing Prevalence and Trends in Obesity: Navigating the Evidence. A consensus committee convened by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine recently explored how reports on obesity prevalence and trends differ and what these differences mean for interpretation and application. During the
- [Society of Behavioral Medicine (SBM) 37th Annual Meeting & Scientific Sessions: Learning from Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Tax Evaluations in Mexico, South America, and the U.S. to Reverse Childhood Obesity](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/society-of-behavioral-medicine-sbm-37th-annual-meeting-scientific-sessions-learning-from-sugar-sweetened-beverage-tax-evaluations-in-mexico-south-america-and-the-u-s-to-reverse-childhood-o/) - Connect & Explore held three special events from the Society of Behavioral Medicine (SBM) 37th Annual Meeting & Scientific Sessions. The panels offered exclusive access to presentations from internationally renowned scholars, exploring high-impact childhood obesity strategies from around the world including scalable physical activity interventions in Latin America; sugar-sweetened beverage taxes in Mexico, South America,
- [Society of Behavioral Medicine (SBM) 37th Annual Meeting & Scientific Sessions: Importing, Adapting, and Evaluating Open Streets & Cyclovia to Increase Physical Activity Levels](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/society-of-behavioral-medicine-sbm-37th-annual-meeting-scientific-sessions-importing-adapting-and-evaluating-open-streets-cyclovia-to-increase-physical-activity-levels/) - Connect & Explore held three special events from the Society of Behavioral Medicine (SBM) 37th Annual Meeting & Scientific Sessions. The panels offered exclusive access to presentations from internationally renowned scholars, exploring high-impact childhood obesity strategies from around the world including scalable physical activity interventions in Latin America; sugar-sweetened beverage taxes in Mexico, South America,
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- [New NCCOR Measures Registry User Guides: Selecting the Best Measures - Individual Physical Activity and Physical Activity Environment](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/new-nccor-measures-registry-user-guides-selecting-the-best-measures-individual-physical-activity-and-physical-activity-environment/) - NCCOR launched the Measures Registry User Guides in February 2017 to help childhood obesity researchers and practitioners choose appropriate measures for their research and evaluation efforts. The User Guides build on NCCOR’s Measures Registry — a free, online repository of scientific articles about measures. The four User Guides focus on core areas of childhood obesity research: individual diet, food
- [New NCCOR Measures Registry User Guides: Selecting the Best Measures - Individual Diet and Food Environment](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/new-nccor-measures-registry-user-guides-selecting-the-best-measures-individual-diet-and-food-environment/) - NCCOR launched the Measures Registry User Guides in February 2017 to help childhood obesity researchers and practitioners choose appropriate measures for their research and evaluation efforts. The User Guides build on NCCOR’s Measures Registry — a free, online repository of scientific articles about measures. The four User Guides focus on core areas of childhood obesity research: individual diet, food
- [Built Environment Interventions to Increase Physical Activity: Community Preventive Services Task Force Recommendations](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/built-environment-interventions-to-increase-physical-activity-community-preventive-services-task-force-recommendations/) - On October 11, 2017 NCCOR hosted a Connect & Explore webinar on Built Environment Interventions to Increase Physical Activity. The webinar highlighted recommendations from the Community Preventive Services Task Force report Physical Activity: Built Environment Approaches Combining Transportation System Interventions with Land Use and Environmental Design. Speakers included Jamie Chriqui, PhD, MHS, Professor of Health Policy and
- [Introducing the Youth Compendium of Physical Activities: A Breakthrough Resource for Childhood Obesity Research](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/introducing-the-youth-compendium-of-physical-activities-a-breakthrough-resource-for-childhood-obesity-research/) - On December 6, 2017, NCCOR hosted a Connect & Explore webinar on the Youth Compendium of Physical Activities. The webinar highlighted information on youth energy costs and their dependency on age. Presenters also discussed the development of the Youth Compendium and ways to use this new tool. Speakers included Karin Pfeiffer, PhD, Associate Professor of
- [Preventing Childhood Obesity in Latin America: An Agenda for Regional Research and Strategic Partnerships](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/preventing-childhood-obesity-in-latin-america-an-agenda-for-regional-research-and-strategic-partnerships/) - On February 27, 2018, NCCOR hosted a Connect & Explore webinar on Preventing Childhood Obesity in Latin America: An Agenda for Regional Research and Strategic Partnerships. The webinar shared key areas for research and critical lessons learned in Latin America that can inform future obesity prevention efforts. Speakers included Juan Rivera, PhD, general director at
- [Collaborating for Impact: Lessons Learned from NCCOR](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/collaborating-for-impact-lessons-learned-from-nccor/) - On March 29, NCCOR hosted a Connect & Explore webinar on Collaborating for Impact: Lessons Learned from NCCOR. The webinar highlighted NCCOR’s approach to building the field of childhood obesity research, showcased aspects of the collaborative model and included a discussion on how to apply this approach to other complex public health problems. Speakers included
- [Examining Declines in Childhood Obesity in Four Communities: Highlights from Six Papers Published in Childhood Obesity](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/examining-declines-in-childhood-obesity-in-four-communities-highlights-from-six-papers-published-in-childhood-obesity/) - On April 30, 2018, NCCOR hosted a Connect & Explore webinar on Examining Declines in Childhood Obesity in Four Communities: Highlights from Six Papers Published in Childhood Obesity. The webinar examined the multi-level approaches, including policies, across all jurisdictions to improve the nutrition and physical activity environments through a socio-ecological lens. Speakers included Tina Kauh,
- [The Healthy Communities Study: How Community Programs and Polices are Related to Children’s Health](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/the-healthy-communities-study-how-community-programs-and-polices-are-related-to-childrens-health/) - On September 25, 2018, NCCOR hosted a Connect & Explore webinar on The Healthy Communities Study: How Community Programs and Polices are Related to Children’s Health. The webinar provided a brief overview of the Healthy Communities Study, highlighted several findings from the study recently published supplement in Pediatric Obesity, and discussed opportunities to expand community
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- [From Purchase to Plate: Linking USDA Nutrition Data with Retail Scanner Data to Assess the Healthfulness of America’s Food-at-Home Purchases](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/from-purchase-to-plate-linking-usda-nutrition-data-with-retail-scanner-data-to-assess-the-healthfulness-of-americas-food-at-home-purchases/) - On May 23, 2019, NCCOR hosted a Connect & Explore webinar to discuss the findings in a recent publication from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Economic Research Service called “Linking USDA Nutrition Databases to IRI Household-Based and Store-Based Scanner Data.” USDA researchers created a purchase-to-plate “crosswalk”—linking USDA data and household retail scanner data—to measure the overall
- [Measures Registry Learning Modules: Helping You Understand Measurement Concepts and Approaches for Diet and Physical Activity Research](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/measures-registry-learning-modules-helping-you-understand-measurement-concepts-and-approaches-for-diet-and-physical-activity-research-2/) - On September 18, 2019 NCCOR hosted a Connect & Explore webinar on the Measures Registry Learning Modules: Helping You Understand Measurement Concepts and Approaches for Diet and Physical Activity Research. NCCOR’s goal in introducing these Learning Modules is to provide a useful resource for those in the field. The Modules highlight key concepts from the
- [NCCOR’s Tools in Action: Featuring the Summer Physical Activity and Friendship Study](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/nccors-tools-in-action-featuring-the-summer-physical-activity-and-friendship-study/) - On March 5, 2020 the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) hosted its first student-focused Connect & Explore titled, NCCOR’s Tools in Action: Featuring the Summer Physical Activity and Friendship Study. The webinar featured Tyler Prochnow, a Baylor University graduate student, who shared his experience using NCCOR’s Measures Registry to enhance his project with the Boys & Girls Clubs
- [Introducing: A Guide to Methods for Assessing Childhood Obesity](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/introducing-a-guide-to-methods-for-assessing-childhood-obesity/) - On October 8, 2020 from 12:00-1:00 pm E.T., the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) hosted a webinar to discuss its new tool: A Guide to Methods for Assessing Childhood Obesity. Whether you are a researcher, a public health practitioner, clinician, or any professional or student with an interest in researching or evaluating weight-related
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- [NCCOR Showcase: Highlighting New Projects, Tools, and Resources](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/nccor-showcase-highlighting-new-projects-tools-and-resources/) - On Wednesday, February 10, 2021, the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) hosted a Connect & Explore webinar called “NCCOR Showcase: Highlighting New Projects, Tools, and Resources.” The webinar will give an overview of NCCOR and highlight project successes from the past few years. We highlighted the Measures for Children at High Risk for
- [Childhood Obesity Evidence Base: Using NCCOR’s Newest Dataset to Examine Childhood Obesity Interventions](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/childhood-obesity-evidence-base-using-nccors-newest-dataset-to-examine-childhood-obesity-interventions/) - On Wednesday, March 24, 2021, the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) hosted a Connect & Explore Webinar called “Childhood Obesity Evidence Base: Using NCCOR’s Newest Dataset to Examine Childhood Obesity Interventions.” The webinar gave an overview of the Childhood Obesity Evidence Base and led viewers through the process of conducting a taxonomic meta-analysis
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- [Assessing the Public Health Impact of the Children’s Food and Beverage Advertising Initiative](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/assessing-the-public-health-impact-of-the-childrens-food-and-beverage-advertising-initiative/) - On November 10, 2021, NCCOR hosted a webinar in collaboration with the Rudd Center for Food Policy and Obesity and RTI International reviewing the impact the Children’s Food and Beverage Advertising Initiative (CFBAI) has made since its inception in 2006. CFBAI is a voluntary industry initiative in which companies commit to feature only foods meeting specific nutrition criteria in advertising directed
- [NCCOR Annual Showcase](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/nccor-annual-showcase/) - On Monday, February 7, 2022, the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) hosted a Connect & Explore webinar called “NCCOR Annual Showcase: Highlighting New Projects, Tools, and Resources.” The webinar gave an overview of NCCOR and highlight project successes from the past year. We highlighted the following projects: Youth Active Travel to School, Economics
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- [Does Breastfeeding Initiation Vary by WIC Participation and Race/Ethnicity? An Examination of Long-Term Trends from 2009-2017](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/does-breastfeeding-initiation-vary-by-wic-participation-and-race-ethnicity-an-examination-of-long-term-trends-from-2009-2017-2/) - On January 11, 2023, NCCOR hosted a Connect & Explore webinar that explored “Breastfeeding Initiation Trends by WIC Participation and Race/Ethnicity Among Medicaid Births,” a research study soon to appear in the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior. The webinar provided a first hand look at the long-term breastfeeding initiation trends by prenatal WIC participation. The paper used birth
- [Clinical Practice Guideline for the Evaluation and Treatment of Children and Adolescents with Obesity](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/clinical-practice-guideline-for-the-evaluation-and-treatment-of-children-and-adolescents-with-obesity/) - On March 28, 2023, NCCOR hosted a Connect & Explore webinar, “Clinical Practice Guideline for the Evaluation and Treatment of Children and Adolescents with Obesity.” The lead authors discussed the development process of the key recommendations included in the first clinical practice guideline released by the American Academy of Pediatrics. The guideline aims to inform pediatricians and other
- [Reframing Childhood Obesity: Cultural Insights on Nutrition, Weight, and Food Systems](https://www.nccor.org/nccor_webinars/reframing-childhood-obesity-cultural-insights-on-nutrition-weight-and-food-systems/) - On Wednesday, September 7, 2022, the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) partnered with the Vanderbilt University Cultural Context of Health & Wellbeing Initiative, supported by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF), to host a Connect & Explore webinar on the recently released report, Reframing Childhood Obesity: Cultural Insights on Nutrition, Weight, and Food Systems. The report focused on

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## Social Media

- [OPUS I Meeting Summary Now Available](https://www.nccor.org/social_media/opus-i-meeting-summary-now-available/)
- [Sleep Variables in the CSS](https://www.nccor.org/social_media/sleep-variables-in-the-css/)
- [2023 NCCOR Annual Report](https://www.nccor.org/social_media/2023-nccor-annual-report/)
- [Webinar Library General](https://www.nccor.org/social_media/webinar-library-general/)
- [Tools Chart](https://www.nccor.org/social_media/tools-chart/)
- [Youth Energy Expenditure](https://www.nccor.org/social_media/youth-energy-expenditure/)
- [Activity Friendly Communities](https://www.nccor.org/social_media/9339-2/)
- [Toolkit for Evaluating Childhood Healthy Weight Programs](https://www.nccor.org/social_media/toolkit-for-evaluating-childhood-healthy-weight-programs/)
- [NCCOR Tools](https://www.nccor.org/social_media/nccor-tools/)
- [MR Decision Tree](https://www.nccor.org/social_media/7862-2/)
- [MRRS](https://www.nccor.org/social_media/8769-2/)
- [Guide for Assessing Adiposity-General](https://www.nccor.org/social_media/guide-for-assessing-adiposity-general/)
- [General NCCOR](https://www.nccor.org/social_media/general-nccor/)
- [2022 Annual Report](https://www.nccor.org/social_media/2022-annual-report/)
- [CSS General](https://www.nccor.org/social_media/css-general/)

## NCCOR Tools

- [Measures Registry Learning Modules](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-tools/measures-registry-learning-modules/) - The Measures Registry Learning Modules are designed to complement the Measures Registry and Measures Registry User Guides and assist researchers and practitioners with choosing the best measures across the four domains of the Measures Registry: individual diet, food environment, individual physical activity and physical activity environment. The Learning Modules include an introductory module that provides
- [Youth Compendium of Physical Activities](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-tools/youthcompendium/) - The Youth Compendium of Physical Activities provides a list of 196 common activities in which youth participate and the estimated energy cost associated with each activity. It can be used by a wide variety of people—including researchers, health care professionals, teachers and coaches, and fitness professionals—and in a variety of ways—including research, public health policy
- [Series Introduction](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-tools/measures-registry-learning-modules/introduction/) - The Introductory module includes an overview of the NCCOR Measures Registry, Measure Registry User Guides, and Measures Registry Learning Modules. A key priority for NCCOR is promoting the use of common measures and methods for researchers and practitioners working toward childhood obesity prevention. This module explains the importance of using standard measures and highlights the
- [Measures Registry](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-tools/measures/) - Suggested Citations Measures Registry. National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research. https://www.nccor.org/nccor-tools/measures/ [Accessed on: Month Day, Year]. McKinnon, RA, Reedy, J, Berrigan, D, et al. The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research Catalogue of Surveillance Systems and Measures Registry: New tools to spur innovation and increase productivity in childhood obesity research. Am J Prev Med. 2012 Apr;42(4):433-5. Available at https://10.1016/j.amepre.2012.01.004 SEARCH THE REGISTRY Access the User Guides
- [Implementation Scorecard: A Decision-Making Companion for Practitioners](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-tools/implementationscorecard/) - Implementation science seeks to close the gap between evidence and practice, or between what we know and what is actually done. NCCOR’s Implementation Scorecard was informed by the experiences and challenges faced by practitioners implementing childhood nutrition, physical activity, and obesity prevention interventions. The tool is designed to help practitioners spot strengths and blind spots as they move
- [Measures in Development](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-tools/measures/measures-development/) - New or adapted measures for which peer-reviewed publications are not available have been identified and are listed below. Please tell us about measures you are developing that you wish to include in the Measures Registry.
- [Resources](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-tools/measures/other-resources/)
- [Other Resources](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-tools/catalogue/other-resources/) - This page provides links to additional resources that may be of interest to childhood obesity researchers, such as summary statistics, nutrition program information, and obesity-related legislation.
- [Project Documentation](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-tools/childhood-obesity-evidence-base-coeb-test-of-a-novel-taxonomic-meta-analytic-method/project-documentation/) - On this page, you will find all the NCCOR COEB Project documentation, including the project manual of procedures, obesity intervention component taxonomy, taxonomy-specific database, and bibliography. Manual of Procedures The purpose of the Manual of Procedures is to describe the methods and coding schema used to create this dataset. Manual of Procedures Taxonomy Overview Four
- [Create Thriving, Activity-Friendly Communities](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-tools/create-thriving-activity-friendly-communities/) - Making the case for investments in activity-friendly communities Improved health isn’t the only reason to invest in activity-friendly communities—doing so can also improve safety, social connectedness, air quality, and local economies.1 NCCOR has created a growing collection of resources and research to help public health practitioners, decision makers, and community members make the business case
- [Measures Registry Resource Suite](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-tools/mrresourcesuite/) - Free, trusted, and time-saving! The Measures Registry Resource Suite offers research tools to help researchers, practitioners, and students improve their work by using resources supported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), National Institutes of Health (NIH), United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF).
- [Catalogue of Surveillance Systems](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-tools/catalogue/) - SUGGESTED CITATION Catalogue of Surveillance Systems. National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research. https://www.nccor.org/nccor-tools/catalogue/ [Accessed on: Month Day, Year]. McKinnon, RA, Reedy, J, Berrigan, D, et al. The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research Catalogue of Surveillance Systems and Measures Registry: New tools to spur innovation and increase productivity in childhood obesity research. Am J Prev Med. 2012 Apr;42(4):433-5. Available at https://10.1016/j.amepre.2012.01.004 SEARCH THE CATALOGUE
- [Childhood Obesity Evidence Base (COEB): Test of a Novel Taxonomic Meta-Analytic Method](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-tools/childhood-obesity-evidence-base-coeb-test-of-a-novel-taxonomic-meta-analytic-method/) - The NCCOR Childhood Obesity Evidence Base (COEB): Test of a Novel Taxonomic Meta-Analytic Method aims to: Use a novel taxonomic (classification) method of data aggregation. Identify successful approaches used to prevent childhood obesity in children aged 2 to 5 years. Provide evidence regarding mechanisms, pathways, and implementation strategies to inform future efforts to reduce rates
- [Acknowledgments](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-tools/childhood-obesity-evidence-base-coeb-test-of-a-novel-taxonomic-meta-analytic-method/acknowledgments/) - NCCOR wishes to acknowledge the work of the NCCOR membership, Mission Measurement, and the external expert panel for their contributions to the NCCOR Childhood Obesity Evidence Base (COEB): Test of a Novel Taxonomic Meta-Analytic Method Project. NCCOR COEB Workgroup Sonia Arteaga, PhD, NIH Christine Hunter, PhD, NIH Laura Kettel Khan, PhD, CDC Deborah Young-Hyman, PhD,
- [Individual Diet](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-tools/measures-registry-learning-modules/individual-diet/) - The Individual Diet module series addresses considerations related to the measurement of dietary behaviors in children. The series covers the relevance of individual dietary behaviors to childhood obesity research and complexities in individual dietary behaviors and their measurement. It also provides complementary resources on the measurement of individual diet available to researchers and practitioners. The
- [Physical Activity Environment](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-tools/measures-registry-learning-modules/physical-activity-environment/) - The Physical Activity Environment module series addresses why the built environment is important to physical activity and what can be gained from using existing physical activity and environment assessment tools. This series covers different methods for assessing the physical activity environment including use of geographic information systems (GIS) and audit tools. The series includes the
- [Individual Physical Activity](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-tools/measures-registry-learning-modules/individual-physical-activity/) - The Individual Physical Activity module series addresses considerations that influence decisions about physical activity assessments. The series covers why it is important to distinguish between measure and assess, calculating energy costs of physical activities for adults and youth, and activity monitor selection and use. The series includes the following four modules: Module 1: Introduction to
- [Food Environment](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-tools/measures-registry-learning-modules/food-environment/) - The Food Environment module series addresses considerations related to measuring the physical, social and person-centered environments that play a role what people eat. The series covers how to measure each of the three environments and how to make decisions on which tool is best for a research or an evaluation project. The series includes the
- [Acknowledgements](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-tools/measures-registry-learning-modules/acknowledgements/) - NCCOR gratefully recognizes The JPB Foundation for funding the development of the Measures Registry Learning Modules. NCCOR also extends its sincere thanks to the NCCOR Steering Committee, NCCOR Members, and the following individuals for their contributions to modules. Authors Individual Diet • Sharon Kirkpatrick, PhD, MHSc, RD Food Environment • Leslie Lytle, PhD Individual Diet
- [Feedback](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-tools/catalogue/feedback/) - Please complete the form below if you would like to suggest a surveillance system for inclusion in the Catalogue, suggest an update to a profile, or provide general feedback. Information in this Catalogue is updated regularly. If you have questions about a particular surveillance system, please contact the system's sponsor directly. Loading... For any additional
- [A Guide to Methods for Assessing Childhood Obesity](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-tools/a-guide-to-methods-for-assessing-childhood-obesity/) - SUGGESTED CITATION Gallagher, D. A Guide to Methods for Assessing Childhood Obesity. Washington (DC): National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research. June 2020. https://www.nccor.org/tools-assessingobesity Visit Now
- [A Toolkit for Evaluating Childhood Healthy Weight Programs](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-tools/toolkit-evaluating-childhood-healthy-weight-programs/) - For public health practitioners and researchers conducting healthy weight programs, program evaluation is a fundamental component. To make it easier to assess the impact of programs and therefore improve program effectiveness and sustainability, NCCOR developed A Toolkit for Evaluating Childhood Healthy Weight Programs (CHWPs) to provide researchers and practitioners resources to evaluate CHWPs. The toolkit
- [Feedback](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-tools/measures/measures-feedback/) - This website is updated on an ongoing basis. If you have questions about a particular measure, please contact the developer of that measure. Please complete the form below if you have developed a new measure and wish to include it in the Registry, if you would like to update a measure, or if you would
- [Acknowledgements](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-tools/mruserguides/acknowledgements/) - NCCOR gratefully recognizes The JPB Foundation for funding the development of the Measures Registry User Guides. NCCOR also extends its sincere thanks to the NCCOR Steering Committee, NCCOR Members, and the following individuals for their contributions to the guides. Authors Individual Diet • Sharon Kirkpatrick, PhD, MHSc, RD• Amanda Raffoul, MSc Food Environment • Leslie
- [Case Studies](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-tools/mruserguides/case-studies/) - The Measures Registry User Guides include several examples or case studies for each of the four domains. These case studies are listed in the table below. For ease of use, we have grouped the project designs for the case studies into three categories—intervention, epidemiology, and surveillance. However, these types of projects can be characterized in
- [Feedback](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-tools/mruserguides/feedback/) - This website is updated on an ongoing basis. If you have questions about a particular study, please contact the developer of that study. Please complete the form below if you have developed a new study and wish to include it in the Measures Registry User Guides, if you would like to update a study, or
- [Fact Sheets](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-tools/mruserguides/fact-sheets/) - This section of the Measures Registry User Guide website provides a fact sheet for each User Guide. The fact sheets are intended for a general audience and provide an overview of the project and the content of the User Guide. The fact sheets also feature one case study from each User Guide, which helps users
- [Teaching Resources](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-tools/mruserguides/teaching-resources/) - This section of the Measures Registry User Guide website provides a PowerPoint slide set for each User Guide. These slide sets provide an overview of the project and the content of the User Guide, with a focus on the application of principles described and major take-home messages. The slides also review the case studies in
- [Measures Registry User Guides](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-tools/mruserguides/) - The four User Guides are designed to complement the Measures Registry and provide an overview of measurement, describe general principles of measure selection, and share additional resources. The User Guides align with the domains of the Measures Registry and present case studies that walk researchers through the process of using the Measures Registry to select appropriate measures.

## Projects

- [Physical Activity](https://www.nccor.org/projects/physical-activity/) - In 2017, the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) formed a Physical Activity workgroup to foster cross-NCCOR planning and engagement among all partners related to physical activity. At the Senior Leadership Briefing in 2015, NCCOR began to consider opportunities for more engagement in the area of physical activity, given the evolving research on the
- [Measures for Children at High Risk for Obesity](https://www.nccor.org/projects/measures-for-children-at-high-risk-for-obesity/) - Children and their families at high risk for obesity are often under-represented in instrument validation studies that measure obesity and related psychosocial, behavioral, and environmental factors. Culturally and linguistically appropriate assessments are important for effective interventions and research. NCCOR’s Measures Registry hosts nearly 1,400 articles on instrument validation, with more than 100 discrete measures related
- [Childhood Obesity Declines](https://www.nccor.org/projects/obesity-declines/) - Over the past decade, numerous public and private funders have provided resources to states and communities to implement strategies to reduce and prevent childhood obesity. Recently, modest yet important declines in childhood obesity rates have been reported in several jurisdictions across the United States. In 2012, the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) established
- [Advancing Measurement for Childhood Obesity Workshop Series](https://www.nccor.org/projects/measurement-workshop-series/) - This series of three workshops aims to define next steps in measurement needs to accelerate progress in reducing childhood obesity. The workshops were funded as part of NCCOR’s Strategic Alliance with The JPB Foundation and were held in 2019 and early 2020. From its inception, a key priority for NCCOR has been to promote the
- [Impact of COVID-19 on Child Care Programs, Potential Solutions & Emerging Opportunities](https://www.nccor.org/projects/impact-of-covid-19-on-child-care-programs-potential-solutions-emerging-opportunities/) - Efforts to prevent childhood obesity have included investing in the settings where children spend much of their time, like early care and education (ECE), schools, and school-aged child care and after-school programs. The Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has devastated the ECE system in the United States. The COVID-19 response and recovery efforts in the
- [Economics and Obesity](https://www.nccor.org/projects/economics_obesity/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) is pursuing work to address the economics research gap in childhood obesity, connect with new partners, establish a platform for economics research, and develop an agenda to stimulate research on the cost effectiveness and benefit of interventions. These planned efforts align with recommendations made by the NCCOR
- [Childhood Obesity Research Demonstration](https://www.nccor.org/projects/childhood-obesity/) - In 2011, the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) appropriated funding to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to conduct four-year community-based Childhood Obesity Research Demonstration (CORD) projects in three communities. Supporting underserved children aged 2 to 12 years and their families who are eligible for the Child Health Insurance Program (CHIP),
- [Increasing Opportunities for Trail Use to Promote Physical Activity and Health Among Underserved Youth](https://www.nccor.org/projects/physical-activity/increasing-opportunities-for-trail-use-to-promote-physical-activity-and-health-among-underserved-youth/) - Step it Up! The Surgeon General’s Call to Action to Promote Walking and Walkable Communities highlights promoting program and policies to support walking through creation of or enhanced access to places for walking with informational outreach, social support, individually adapted health behavior changes programs, and community-wide campaigns. The Increasing Opportunities for Trail Use to Promote
- [Child Care Checklist](https://www.nccor.org/projects/lets-move/) - The Child Care Checklist is an online tool developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in collaboration with University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and Nemours. The Checklist is designed to help child care programs identify ways to strengthen their nutrition and physical activity practices and policies. Users are taken through
- [Youth Active Travel to School Surveillance Initiative](https://www.nccor.org/projects/physical-activity/youth-active-travel-to-school-surveillance-initiative/) - In 2017, the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) formed a Physical Activity workgroup to foster cross-NCCOR planning and engagement among all partners related to physical activity. The workgroup was formed as a result of a September 2016 NCCOR meeting focused on identifying new physical activity projects. Step it Up! The Surgeon General’s Call
- [Decision Tree](https://www.nccor.org/projects/measures-for-children-at-high-risk-for-obesity/decision-tree/)
- [Defining Quality Youth Sports Environments Workshop](https://www.nccor.org/projects/sport-and-youth-wellbeing/youth-sports-workshop/) - In July 2026, the NCCOR Sport & Youth Well-Being workgroup convened more than 35 invited experts for a two-day workshop titled Defining Quality Youth Sports Environments: A Conceptual Framework and Examples from the Field. The workshop introduced a draft conceptual framework for quality youth sports, highlighted programs that exemplify its key dimensions, gathered feedback to
- [Defining Quality Youth Sports Environments: A Conceptual Framework and Examples from the Field](https://www.nccor.org/projects/sport-and-youth-wellbeing/)
- [Obesity-Related Policy, Systems, and Environmental Research in the U.S. (OPUS)](https://www.nccor.org/projects/opus/)
- [OPUS II Workshop](https://www.nccor.org/projects/opus-ii-workshop/) - View slides Discussion: Engaging Communities through Collaborative PSE StrategiesModerator: Erin Hennessy, PhD, MS, MPH, Tufts University Friedman School of Nutrition Science and PolicyJuliana Cohen, ScD, MSc, Merrimack College School of Nursing and Health Sciences Jessica Stroope, PhD, MPH, Louisiana State University School of Nutrition and Food SciencesYvonne D. Greer, DrPH, RD, CD, Mount Mary
- [OPUS I Workshop](https://www.nccor.org/projects/opus-i/) - On June 4–5, 2024, NCCOR hosted the Obesity-Related Policy, Systems, and Environmental Research in the U.S. (OPUS) workshop featuring presentations from leading obesity-prevention and public health experts. The workshop examined best practices in obesity prevention research with specific attention to community engagement and systems change through an equity lens. Executive Summary Agenda Day 1 Speaker Bios
- [SNAP-Ed](https://www.nccor.org/projects/snap-ed/) - The USDA’s Supplemental Food Assistance Program (SNAP) provides help to nearly 45 million people—about 1 in 7 people in the United States. Nearly half are children younger than 18. Historically, the focus of SNAP-Education, or SNAP-Ed, was on nutrition education for SNAP recipients, but the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010 transformed the program into
- [Healthy Eating Index](https://www.nccor.org/projects/hei/) - Although people do choose what to eat and drink, they can only choose from among foods and beverages that are available to them. Helping people have healthy food choices is an important part of efforts to reduce childhood obesity in America and a goal of the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR). Where do
- [Resources](https://www.nccor.org/projects/greenhealth/resources/) - October 2011 Green Health: Building Sustainable Schools for Healthy Kids NCCOR Green Health Workshop report Workshop speaker videos Exploring Distributed Surveillance Systems for Physical Activity Monitoring (James McClain, National Cancer Institute) Green Building Information Gateway: Developing Data System for Environmental Design Research (Chris Pyke, U.S. Green Building Council) Green Health Glossary Definitions of selected terms
- [Lessons Learned from Global Efforts](https://www.nccor.org/projects/globallessons/) - Worldwide, more than 42 million children younger than age 5 are overweight, according to the World Health Organization. A global epidemic, high rates of childhood obesity around the world are prompting action in a number of ways. From policy measures to media campaigns and community-wide physical activity initiatives, NCCOR is exploring efforts taking place in
- [Explore Related Resources](https://www.nccor.org/projects/globallessons/explorerelatedresources/) - Journal Articles Adams M, Frank L, Schipperijn J, et al. International variation in neighborhood walkability, transit, and recreation environments using geographic information systems: The IPEN Adult Study. Int J Health Geogr. 2014;13(1):43. Barquera S, Campos I, Rivera JA. Mexico attempts to tackle obesity: The process, results, push backs and future challenges. Obes Rev. 2013;14:69-78. doi:10.1111/obr.12096.
- [Lessons Learned from Global Efforts Panel Presentations](https://www.nccor.org/projects/globallessons/lessons-learned-from-global-efforts-panel-presentations/) - In 2014, NCCOR held a one-day meeting funded by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation to convene leading international and interdisciplinary researchers and practitioners to share lessons learned to guide ongoing efforts to reduce childhood obesity prevalence in the United States and worldwide. In March and April 2016, NCCOR livestreamed three special panel presentations from the
- [Johns Hopkins Global Obesity Prevention Center](https://www.nccor.org/projects/johns-hopkins/) - The Johns Hopkins Global Obesity Prevention Center (GOPC) is a global center with a unique approach to preventing obesity by concurrently studying the many causes that contribute to the obesity epidemic including policy, economics, food environment, social influences, behavior, and physiology. GOPC connects a variety of experts who have not traditionally worked on obesity (e.g.,
- [Implementation Science & Childhood Obesity](https://www.nccor.org/projects/implementation-science-childhood-obesity/) - In 2022, NCCOR hosted a public workshop titled, “Implementation Science & Childhood Obesity: Sparking Conversations and Actions to Advance Equity.” The workshop offered an introduction to implementation science for researchers working in childhood obesity, nutrition, and physical activity. The workshop highlighted several experts in the field and provided examples of implementation science “in action” by
- [Additional Benefits of Walkability](https://www.nccor.org/projects/physical-activity/additional-benefits-of-walkability/) - In 2017, the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) formed a Physical Activity workgroup to foster cross-NCCOR planning and engagement among all partners related to physical activity. The workgroup was formed as a result of a September 2016 NCCOR meeting focused on identifying new physical activity projects. Evidence exists for the health impact of
- [Economic Impact of Built Environment Improvements](https://www.nccor.org/projects/physical-activity/economic-impact-of-built-environment-improvements/) - Recognizing a need to justify investments in the creation of activity-friendly communities that extend beyond health arguments, NCCOR launched a new workgroup in the summer of 2019. This workgroup, Economic Impact of Built Environment Improvements, is tasked with identifying common economic indicators and methods to help public health practitioners make the business case for built
- [Applying HEI-2010 scores to actual foods](https://www.nccor.org/projects/hei/applying-hei-2010-scores-to-actual-foods/) - Learn how HEI scores can be applied to actual foods See the HEI photos. Watch a video about a study using the Healthy Eating Index See the HEI-2010 Total and Individual Component Scores for the U.S. Food Supply, 1970-2010. Healthy Diet and Healthy Eating Index Infographics Series Here are the elements of a healthy diet.
- [Engaging Health Care Providers and Systems](https://www.nccor.org/projects/engaging-healthcare-providers-systems/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) seeks to gather findings from research relevant to childhood obesity prevention that can be translated and used in clinical and community settings. The NCCOR Engaging Health Care Providers and Systems project proposes to help identify partnerships and foster engagement between clinical settings (including hospitals and health care
- [HEI Resources](https://www.nccor.org/projects/hei/resources/) - Websites NCI HEI website USDA HEI website Publications and Journal Articles HEI-2015 update: Krebs-Smith SM, Pannucci TE, Subar AF, Kirkpatrick SI, Lerman JL, Tooze JA, Wilson MM, Reedy J. Update of the Healthy Eating Index: HEI-2015. J Acad Nutr Dietet. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jand.2018.05.021. Reedy J, Lerman JL, Krebs-Smith SM, Kirkpatrick SI, Pannucci TE, Wilson MM, Subar AF,
- [Green Health Glossary](https://www.nccor.org/projects/greenhealth/glossary/) - This page provides definitions of selected terms that are used frequently in NCCOR's green health work. The notes in italics provide context. For additional information, visit the Green Health Resources page. The Basics Built environment Green health Green school Leadership in Energy and Environmental (LEED) Energy Star Putting Green Health into Practice Joint-use agreement New
- [Youth Energy Expenditure](https://www.nccor.org/projects/youth-energy/) - In 2012, the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) formed a Youth Energy Expenditure (YEE) workgroup to support research efforts to achieve consensus on methods and measures for establishing youth energy expenditure values. This is important for efforts to reduce childhood obesity because standardized measures to quantify the amount of energy children expend during
- [School Wellness Survey](https://www.nccor.org/projects/school-wellness/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) supported the ongoing monitoring and analysis work being conducted by the Bridging the Gap (BTG) School Wellness Survey. This initiative created linkages between School Wellness Survey data and those of federal school health-related surveillance systems supported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), National Cancer Institute (NCI),
- [Registry of Studies](https://www.nccor.org/projects/registry-of-studies/) - The Registry of Studies is a searchable database of community-based studies assessing known factors impacting rates of childhood obesity. It provides information on the study design, measures, content areas, and populations examined. The inaugural four studies were chosen because they are large scale and community-based. The tool aims to accelerate childhood obesity research by guiding
- [Healthy Food Incentives](https://www.nccor.org/projects/healthy-food-incentives/) - Increasing the number of Americans eating a healthy diet that is high in fruits and vegetables, lean protein, and whole grains and low in fat, salt, and added sugars, is a public health priority. Findings indicate that food choices are influenced by situational factors such as the placement of food in grocery aisles, marketing cues,
- [Healthy Communities Study](https://www.nccor.org/projects/healthy-communities/) - Identifying best practices in communities to promote childhood obesity prevention and control The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) aims to identify and assess the relationships between community programs and policies, and childhood obesity, diet, and physical activity to inform public health practice. It places emphasis on interventions involving multilevel and/or multi-component approaches, and
- [Health, Behavioral Design, and the Built Environment](https://www.nccor.org/projects/health-built-environment/) - The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) recognizes that environmental design at various levels can influence children’s social norms and behaviors related to dietary choices and daily physical activity. One of NCCOR’s goals is to work with complementary partners on initiatives that integrate childhood obesity priorities and promote transdisciplinary research. The Health, Behavioral Design,
- [Green Health](https://www.nccor.org/projects/greenhealth/) - Building a Foundation for Research and Action In October 2011, NCCOR and the National Academy of Environmental Design co-sponsored a two-day workshop in partnership with the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) Center for Green Schools. The Green Health: Building Sustainable Schools for Healthy Kids Workshop brought together a diverse, multidisciplinary group of participants to examine:
- [Food Patterns Equivalents Database](https://www.nccor.org/projects/fped/) - Dietary databases constitute the basic infrastructure for all types of dietary studies. With these databases, researchers can translate foods and beverages reported in surveys and other types of studies into quantities of foods and nutrients that are relevant to dietary guidance. This allows researchers to assess the extent to which people are meeting dietary recommendations,
- [Food Marketing Research Roundtable](https://www.nccor.org/projects/roundtable/) - It has been five years since the Institute of Medicine's (IOM) Food Marketing to Children and Youth: Threat or Opportunity — a 2006 report that called on the food and beverage industries to combat the childhood obesity epidemic by improving children's food marketing. Since 2008, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) has held three research roundtables to
- [FLASHE Study](https://www.nccor.org/projects/flashe/) - Family Life, Activity, Sun, Health, and Eating Study The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) supported the development of the Family Life, Activity, Sun, Health, and Eating (FLASHE) Study, a cross-sectional, internet-based survey that examined psychosocial, generational (parent-adolescent), and environmental correlates of cancer preventive behaviors. The study mainly focused on diet, physical activity, and
- [Farm-to-Fork Workshop on Surveillance of the U.S. Food System](https://www.nccor.org/projects/farmtofork/) - In January 2012, the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) hosted a two-day workshop in Washington, DC, on surveillance of the food system as a first step in improving the understanding of the U.S. food system and its influences on children's weight status. The meeting included representatives from NCCOR funding partners: the Centers for
- [Evaluation Research Forum](https://www.nccor.org/projects/evaluation/) - The Evaluation Research Forum brought together leaders of major childhood obesity evaluation efforts to consider shared measures and methods for evaluating community-based and state-based strategies. Because evaluations are often developed in isolation, thus minimizing the usefulness of these data, the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) identified a need to determine common measures, complementing
- [Envision](https://www.nccor.org/projects/envision/) - Using Systems Science and Statistical Models to Address Obesity Research Questions The National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR) Envision project coordinates and supports statistical modeling efforts to forecast the impact of public health policies and interventions on childhood obesity on a population-wide level and among specific subpopulations. Envision consists of various modeling teams conducting
- [Green Health Infographic](https://www.nccor.org/projects/greenhealth/infographic-gh/)
- [Roundtable Agenda & Presentations](https://www.nccor.org/projects/roundtable/agenda/) - Research Roundtable III: Food Advertising and Marketing to Children and Youth FHI 360, Washington, DC April 4-5, 2011 Aims Co-hosted by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) and the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research (NCCOR), this Roundtable will:Assess progress on the 2006 Institute of Medicine (IOM) committee recommendations. Which of the 2006 IOM recommendations have
- [Roundtable Photos](https://www.nccor.org/projects/roundtable/photos/) - April 4, 2011 April 5, 2011
- [Roundtable Handouts](https://www.nccor.org/projects/roundtable/handouts/) - Healthfulness of the U.S. Food Supply: Little Improvement Despite Decades of Dietary GuidanceSusan M. Krebs-Smith, PhD, Jill Reedy, PhD, Claire Bosire, MSPH Evaluating the Food Environment: Application of the Healthy Eating Index-2005Jill Reedy, PhD, Susan M. Krebs-Smith, PhD, Claire Bosire, MSPH Dietary Sources of Energy, Solid Fats, and Added Sugars among Children and Adolescents in
- [National Food Supply: Photos & Key Messages](https://www.nccor.org/projects/hei/photos/nfs/) - The “current” food supply has an HEI score of 55 because it has only small amounts of fruits and vegetables; not enough whole grains or dairy products; sufficient protein but not enough from plant and fish sources; too many refined grains; way too much sodium; and way too many unhealthy fats and added sugars. Creating
- [Individual Daily Intake: Photos & Key Messages](https://www.nccor.org/projects/hei/photos/idi/) - Small changes can add up to a big difference in the HEI score. For example, cereal with milk is the centerpiece of each of the breakfasts. However, the choices of fat-free rather than 2 percent milk, whole grain cereal rather than sugar-sweetened refined grain cereal, whole wheat instead of white toast, and the addition of
- [Community Food Environment: Photos & Key Messages](https://www.nccor.org/projects/hei/photos/cfe/) - For the same amount of money—$100—and nearly the same amount of total calories—about 45,000—the “high” list is substantially more nutritious and includes many more fruits and vegetables, more beans, and more whole grains and fish than the “average” list does. Choices within HEI components have an effect on scores. The “high” list has a higher
- [Using Photos to Visualize the HEI-2010](https://www.nccor.org/projects/hei/photos/) - TABLE 1 The 12 HEI-2010 Components Adequacy Total Fruit Whole Fruit Total Vegetables Greens and Beans Whole Grains Dairy Total Protein Foods Seafood and Plant Proteins Fatty Acids Moderation Refined Grains Sodium Empty Calories On this website, you will find examples of how the previous version of the HEI, HEI-2010, was used by researchers to
- [Acknowledgements](https://www.nccor.org/projects/measures-for-children-at-high-risk-for-obesity/acknowledgements/) - NCCOR wishes to acknowledge the NCCOR Steering Committee, NCCOR Members, and the following individuals for their contributions to this resource. NCCOR gratefully recognizes The JPB Foundation for funding this resource and associated workshop. Case Study Authors Uriyoán Colón-Ramos, ScD, MPA (Case Study 2) Lisa Goldman Rosas, PhD, MPH (Case Study 1) Matthew Lee, MPH (Case
- [Resources](https://www.nccor.org/projects/measures-for-children-at-high-risk-for-obesity/resources/) - Adapting Measures Guides An orientation for new researchers to key domains, processes, and resources in implementation scienceThis paper describes five domains across D&I research and practice: context assessment and intervention selection, dissemination, adaptation, implementation, and sustainability. We also discuss evaluation and communication as critical processes to drive ongoing learning and improvement across the five domains.
- [Glossary](https://www.nccor.org/projects/measures-for-children-at-high-risk-for-obesity/glossary/) - [table id=36 /]
- [Case Study 5](https://www.nccor.org/projects/measures-for-children-at-high-risk-for-obesity/case-study-5-how-to-develop-a-new-measure-for-your-research-evaluation-project-the-preschooler-physical-activity-parenting-practice-ppapp-scale-for-latino-parents/) - How to develop a new measure for your research/evaluation project? The Preschooler Physical Activity Parenting Practice (PPAPP) scale for Latino parents Background Latino children experience health disparities in obesity. This may be due to health disparities in physical activity, cultural beliefs about physical activity among young children, and/or unique challenges in accessing physical activity venues in their
- [Case Study 4](https://www.nccor.org/projects/measures-for-children-at-high-risk-for-obesity/case-study-4-how-to-apply-a-measure-to-use-in-a-different-population/) - How to apply a measure to use in a different population? Background Research clearly highlights the health-related benefits of participation in daily physical activity (PA), including prevention and treatment of chronic diseases such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, and some forms of cancer. Despite the known benefits of PA, the majority of
- [Case Study 3](https://www.nccor.org/projects/measures-for-children-at-high-risk-for-obesity/case-study-3-how-to-adapt-a-measure-for-use-in-a-different-population/) - How to adapt a measure for use in a different population? Background Nutrition and dietary behaviors play an important role in the development of chronic diseases for Asian American adults, including those who are caregivers of Asian American children. However, food preferences and patterns are often different for Asian American sub-groups and thus require tailored
- [Case Study 2](https://www.nccor.org/projects/measures-for-children-at-high-risk-for-obesity/case-study-2-how-to-determine-whether-a-population-has-unique-characteristics-that-require-measures-adaptation/) - How to determine whether a population has unique characteristics that require measures adaptation? Background It can be challenging to know for certain a priori whether a target population has unique characteristics that require measure adaptation. This case study presents an intervention in which researchers are interested in understanding if an intervention that addresses barriers to
- [Case Study 1](https://www.nccor.org/projects/measures-for-children-at-high-risk-for-obesity/case-study-1-how-to-involve-communities-and-stakeholders-in-your-research-and-evaluation-project/) - How to involve communities and stakeholders in your research and evaluation project? Background Integrating communities and stakeholders in research, specifically in measurement selection, is critical to producing evidence that can be effectively translated into programs and policies that promote health equity. This is because communities and stakeholders bring critical expertise in areas such as the

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- [Coordinating Center to Support Multi-Sectoral Preventive Interventions that Address Social Determinants of Health in Populations that Experience Health Disparities (U24, Clinical Trial Not Allowed)](https://www.nccor.org/funding-opportunity/coordinatingcentersodh/)
- [Multi-sectoral Preventive Interventions that Address Social Determinants of Health in Populations That Experience Health Disparities (UG3/UH3, Clinical Trial Required)](https://www.nccor.org/funding-opportunity/multi-sectoral-preventive-interventions-that-address-social-determinants-of-health/)
- [New 2024 Call for Proposals: Systems & Services Research to Address Systemic Racism](https://www.nccor.org/funding-opportunity/research-to-address-systemic-racism/)
- [Healthy Eating Research Round 14 Grants](https://www.nccor.org/funding-opportunity/healthy-eating-research-round-14-grants/)
- [Transformative Research to Address Health Disparities and Advance Health Equity (U01 Clinical Trial Optional)](https://www.nccor.org/funding-opportunity/transformative-research-to-address-health-disparities-and-advance-health-equity-u01-clinical-trial-optional/)
- [Pioneering Ideas: Exploring the Future to Build a Culture of Health](https://www.nccor.org/funding-opportunity/pioneering-ideas-exploring-the-future-to-build-a-culture-of-health/)
- [Evidence for Action: Innovative Research to Advance Racial Equity](https://www.nccor.org/funding-opportunity/evidence-for-action-innovative-research-to-advance-racial-equity/)
- [Maximizing the Scientific Value of Data Generated by the Environmental Influences on Child Health Outcomes (ECHO) Program: Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award (NRSA) Individual Postdoctoral Fellowship (F32)](https://www.nccor.org/funding-opportunity/maximizing-the-scientific-value-of-data-generated-by-the-environmental-influences-on-child-health-outcomes-echo-program-ruth-l-kirschstein-national-research-service-award-nrsa-individual-postdoc/)
- [Time-Sensitive Obesity Policy and Program Evaluation (R01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)](https://www.nccor.org/funding-opportunity/time-sensitive-obesity-policy-and-program-evaluation-r01-clinical-trial-not-allowed/)
- [Notice of Special Interest (NOSI): Pragmatic Trials in Low Resource Settings](https://www.nccor.org/funding-opportunity/notice-of-special-interest-nosi-pragmatic-trials-in-low-resource-settings/)

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- [Transdisciplinary Training Opportunity in Energetics and Cancer Training Workshop](https://www.nccor.org/calendar-event/transdisciplinary-training-opportunity-in-energetics-and-cancer-training-workshop/) - National Cancer Institute Notification of Intent to apply is due by December 15, 2018 via email to Diana Lowry at dlowry@fredhutch.org. Full Applications are due January 14, 2019.
- [Active Living Research Conference](https://www.nccor.org/calendar-event/active-living-research-conference/) - Active Living Research
- [ObesityWeek 2018](https://www.nccor.org/calendar-event/obesityweek-2018/) - Obesity Society
- [NPS Active Transportation Guidebook Webinar 2: Programs, Partnerships, and Technologies for Active Transportation](https://www.nccor.org/calendar-event/nps-active-transportation-guidebook-webinar-2-programs-partnerships-and-technologies-for-active-transportation/) - U.S. Department of the Interior
- [NPS Active Transportation Guidebook Webinar 1: Building Safe Active Transportation Infrastructure](https://www.nccor.org/calendar-event/nps-active-transportation-guidebook-webinar-1-building-safe-active-transportation-infrastructure/) - U.S Department of the Interior
- [What’s in it for You? The Importance of Latino Representation in Research Studies](https://www.nccor.org/calendar-event/whats-in-it-for-you-the-importance-of-latino-representation-in-research-studies/) - Office of Minority Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
- [Updated FLASHE Data Resources](https://www.nccor.org/calendar-event/updated-flashe-data-resources/) - National Cancer Institute at the National Institute of Health
- [Current Status and Response to the Global Obesity Pandemic](https://www.nccor.org/calendar-event/current-status-and-response-to-the-global-obesity-pandemic/) - The National Academy of Sciences
- [Event Information: Webinar for Developing/Testing Interventions for Health-Enhancing Physical Activity: R21/R33 and R01](https://www.nccor.org/calendar-event/event-information-webinar-for-developingtesting-interventions-for-health-enhancing-physical-activity-r21r33-and-r01/) - National Institute of Health
- [Connect & Explore: The Healthy Communities Study](https://www.nccor.org/calendar-event/connect-explore-the-healthy-communities-study/) - NCCOR
- [APHA 2018 Annual Meeting and Expo](https://www.nccor.org/calendar-event/apha-2018-annual-meeting-and-expo/) - American Public Health Association
- [Food and Nutrition Conference and Expo 2018](https://www.nccor.org/calendar-event/food-and-nutrition-conference-and-expo-2018/) - Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
- [Sustainable Diets, Food, and Nutrition: A Workshop](https://www.nccor.org/calendar-event/sustainable-diets-food-and-nutrition-a-workshop/) - NASEM Health and Medicine
- [Society for Nutrition Education and Behavior 51st Annual Conference](https://www.nccor.org/calendar-event/society-for-nutrition-education-and-behavior-51st-annual-conference/) - Society for Nutrition Education and Behavior
- [Opportunities for Walkability in Rural Communities and Small Towns](https://www.nccor.org/calendar-event/opportunities-for-walkability-in-rural-communities-and-small-towns/) - America Walks
- [2018 Add Health Users Conference](https://www.nccor.org/calendar-event/add-health-users-conference-2018/) - Carolina Population Center
- [Community Preventive Services Task Force Meeting](https://www.nccor.org/calendar-event/community-preventive-services-task-force-meeting/) - The Community Guide
- [The Current Understanding of Pre-Pregnancy Weight, Gestational Weight Gain, and the Impacts on Maternal and Child Health Among Women with Obesity: A Virtual Workshop](https://www.nccor.org/calendar-event/the-current-understanding-of-pre-pregnancy-weight-gestational-weight-gain-and-the-impacts-on-maternal-and-child-health-among-women-with-obesity-a-virtual-workshop/) - Th National Academies of Sciences Engineering Medicine
- [A Good Investment: The Benefits of Walkable Communities](https://www.nccor.org/calendar-event/a-good-investment-the-benefits-of-walkable-communities/) - America Walks
- [P4A 2018 Call for Proposals Applicant Informational Webinar](https://www.nccor.org/calendar-event/p4a-cfp3-applicant-webinar/) - Policies for Action
- [American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting](https://www.nccor.org/calendar-event/american-college-of-sports-medicine-annual-meeting/) - American College of Sports Medicine
- [Society for Prevention Research 2018 Annual Meeting](https://www.nccor.org/calendar-event/society-for-prevention-research-2018-annual-meeting/) - Society for Prevention Research
- [Translational Behavioral Medicine Special Issue Call for Abstracts](https://www.nccor.org/calendar-event/translational-behavioral-medicine-special-issue-call-for-abstracts/) - Food Access Among Low-Income Populations: Understanding the Potential Intersect of Diet, Obesity, Food Insecurity, and Hunger Translational Behavioral Medicine
- [Complete Streets and Public Health Nomination](https://www.nccor.org/calendar-event/complete-streets-and-public-health-nomination/) - University of Illinois at Chicago
- [Connect & Explore: Preventing Childhood Obesity in Latin America: An Agenda for Regional Research and Strategic Partnerships](https://www.nccor.org/calendar-event/connect-explore-preventing-childhood-obesity-in-latin-america-an-agenda-for-regional-research-and-strategic-partnerships/) - NCCOR
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- [NIH Pathways to Prevention Workshop: Methods for Evaluating Natural Experiments in Obesity](https://www.nccor.org/calendar-event/nih-pathways-to-prevention-workshop-methods-for-evaluating-natural-experiments-in-obesity/) - National Institute of Health
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- [Advancing Obesity Solutions through Investments in the Built Environment: A Workshop](https://www.nccor.org/calendar-event/advancing-obesity-solutions-through-investments-in-the-built-environment-a-workshop/) - National Academy of Sciences
- [Secretary’s Advisory Committee on National Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Objectives for 2030](https://www.nccor.org/calendar-event/secretarys-advisory-committee-on-national-health-promotion-and-disease-prevention-objectives-for-2030/) - Healthy People 2030
- [APHA Annual Meeting](https://www.nccor.org/calendar-event/apha-annual-meeting/) - American Public Health Association
- [ObesityWeek 2017](https://www.nccor.org/calendar-event/obesityweek-2017/) - The Obesity Society
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- [Improving the Physical Environment to Advance Health Equity: Case Studies in Community Engagement](https://www.nccor.org/calendar-event/improving-the-physical-environment-to-advance-health-equity-case-studies-in-community-engagement/) - Health Equity Initiative
- [The FLASHE Study: A Resource for Understanding Cancer-Prevention Behaviors Among Parent-Adolescent Dyads](https://www.nccor.org/calendar-event/the-flashe-study-a-resource-for-understanding-cancer-prevention-behaviors-among-parent-adolescent-dyads/) - National Cancer Institute
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- [9th Biennial Childhood Obesity Conference](https://www.nccor.org/calendar-event/9th-biennial-childhood-obesity-conference/) - Hosted by The California Department of Public Health, California Department of Education, Nutrition Policy Institute UC Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources, The California Endowment, and Kaiser Permanente
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## Tags

- [2013](https://www.nccor.org/tag/2013/)
- [2014](https://www.nccor.org/tag/2014/)
- [8th Biennial Childhood Obesity Conference](https://www.nccor.org/tag/8th-biennial-childhood-obesity-conference/)
- [AACORN](https://www.nccor.org/tag/aacorn/)
- [abdominal fat](https://www.nccor.org/tag/abdominal-fat/)
- [abdominal obesity](https://www.nccor.org/tag/abdominal-obesity/)
- [abstract](https://www.nccor.org/tag/abstract/)
- [academic performance](https://www.nccor.org/tag/academic-performance/)
- [AcademyHealth](https://www.nccor.org/tag/academyhealth/)
- [access](https://www.nccor.org/tag/access/)
- [Access to Nutrition Index](https://www.nccor.org/tag/access-to-nutrition-index/)
- [accountability](https://www.nccor.org/tag/accountability/)
- [ACSA](https://www.nccor.org/tag/acsa/)
- [active commuting](https://www.nccor.org/tag/active-commuting/)
- [Active Living Research](https://www.nccor.org/tag/active-living-research/)
- [active play](https://www.nccor.org/tag/active-play/)
- [active transport](https://www.nccor.org/tag/active-transport/)
- [active travel](https://www.nccor.org/tag/active-travel/)
- [active video games](https://www.nccor.org/tag/active-video-games/)
- [activity](https://www.nccor.org/tag/activity/)
- [activity breaks](https://www.nccor.org/tag/activity-breaks/)
- [activity pattern](https://www.nccor.org/tag/activity-pattern/)
- [added sugar](https://www.nccor.org/tag/added-sugar/)
- [ADHD](https://www.nccor.org/tag/adhd/)
- [adolescent girls](https://www.nccor.org/tag/adolescent-girls/)
- [adolescent obesity](https://www.nccor.org/tag/adolescent-obesity/)
- [adolescents](https://www.nccor.org/tag/adolescents/)
- [adulthood](https://www.nccor.org/tag/adulthood/)
- [adults](https://www.nccor.org/tag/adults/)
- [advergames](https://www.nccor.org/tag/advergames/)
- [advergaming](https://www.nccor.org/tag/advergaming/)
- [advertisements](https://www.nccor.org/tag/advertisements/)
- [AFRI](https://www.nccor.org/tag/afri/)
- [African Americans](https://www.nccor.org/tag/african-americans/)
- [age](https://www.nccor.org/tag/age/)
- [agenda setting](https://www.nccor.org/tag/agenda-setting/)
- [agent-based modeling](https://www.nccor.org/tag/agent-based-modeling/)
- [AGree](https://www.nccor.org/tag/agree/)
- [Agriculture and Food Research Initiative](https://www.nccor.org/tag/agriculture-and-food-research-initiative/)
- [AHA](https://www.nccor.org/tag/aha/)
- [AIA](https://www.nccor.org/tag/aia/)
- [AIA Design & Health Research Consortium](https://www.nccor.org/tag/aia-design-health-research-consortium/)
- [AIA Foundation](https://www.nccor.org/tag/aia-foundation/)
- [AJPM](https://www.nccor.org/tag/ajpm/)
- [Alaska](https://www.nccor.org/tag/alaska/)
- [Alliance for a Healthier Generation](https://www.nccor.org/tag/alliance-for-a-healthier-generation/)
- [ALR](https://www.nccor.org/tag/alr/)
- [AMA](https://www.nccor.org/tag/ama/)
- [American College of Sports Medicine](https://www.nccor.org/tag/american-college-of-sports-medicine/)
- [American Heart Association](https://www.nccor.org/tag/american-heart-association/)
- [American Indian/Alaska Native](https://www.nccor.org/tag/american-indianalaska-native/)
- [American Institute of Architects](https://www.nccor.org/tag/american-institute-of-architects/)
- [American Journal of Preventive Medicine](https://www.nccor.org/tag/american-journal-of-preventive-medicine/)
- [American Journal of Public Health](https://www.nccor.org/tag/american-journal-of-public-health/)
- [American Public Health Association](https://www.nccor.org/tag/american-public-health-association/)
- [and Eating study](https://www.nccor.org/tag/and-eating-study/)
- [and environmental](https://www.nccor.org/tag/and-environmental/)
- [annual conference](https://www.nccor.org/tag/annual-conference/)
- [annual report](https://www.nccor.org/tag/annual-report/)
- [antibiotics](https://www.nccor.org/tag/antibiotics/)
- [APHA](https://www.nccor.org/tag/apha/)
- [APHA 2015](https://www.nccor.org/tag/apha-2015/)
- [APHA15](https://www.nccor.org/tag/apha15/)
- [appetite](https://www.nccor.org/tag/appetite/)
- [application](https://www.nccor.org/tag/application/)
- [applications](https://www.nccor.org/tag/applications/)
- [architecture](https://www.nccor.org/tag/architecture/)
- [arteries](https://www.nccor.org/tag/arteries/)
- [ASNNA](https://www.nccor.org/tag/asnna/)
- [assessment](https://www.nccor.org/tag/assessment/)
- [Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture](https://www.nccor.org/tag/association-of-collegiate-schools-of-architecture/)
- [Association of SNAP Nutrition Education Administrators](https://www.nccor.org/tag/association-of-snap-nutrition-education-administrators/)
- [Asthma](https://www.nccor.org/tag/asthma/)
- [asthma symptoms](https://www.nccor.org/tag/asthma-symptoms/)
- [at-risk youth](https://www.nccor.org/tag/at-risk-youth/)
- [athletes](https://www.nccor.org/tag/athletes/)
- [attention](https://www.nccor.org/tag/attention/)
- [attitudes](https://www.nccor.org/tag/attitudes/)
- [Australia](https://www.nccor.org/tag/australia/)
- [babies](https://www.nccor.org/tag/babies/)
- [baby](https://www.nccor.org/tag/baby/)
- [balanced diet](https://www.nccor.org/tag/balanced-diet/)
- [ban](https://www.nccor.org/tag/ban/)
- [BEAT Institute](https://www.nccor.org/tag/beat-institute/)
- [BECR](https://www.nccor.org/tag/becr/)
- [behavioral counseling](https://www.nccor.org/tag/behavioral-counseling/)
- [behavioral economics](https://www.nccor.org/tag/behavioral-economics/)
- [beverages](https://www.nccor.org/tag/beverages/)
- [big data](https://www.nccor.org/tag/big-data/)
- [bike](https://www.nccor.org/tag/bike/)
- [bill](https://www.nccor.org/tag/bill/)
- [Bill Dietz](https://www.nccor.org/tag/bill-dietz/)
- [billboards](https://www.nccor.org/tag/billboards/)
- [biomarker](https://www.nccor.org/tag/biomarker/)
- [birth](https://www.nccor.org/tag/birth/)
- [black](https://www.nccor.org/tag/black/)
- [blood pressure](https://www.nccor.org/tag/blood-pressure/)
- [BMI](https://www.nccor.org/tag/bmi/)
- [body fat](https://www.nccor.org/tag/body-fat/)
- [body mass](https://www.nccor.org/tag/body-mass/)
- [Body Mass Index](https://www.nccor.org/tag/body-mass-index/)
- [body mass index screening](https://www.nccor.org/tag/body-mass-index-screening/)
- [body weight](https://www.nccor.org/tag/body-weight/)
- [bone mass](https://www.nccor.org/tag/bone-mass/)
- [bowls](https://www.nccor.org/tag/bowls/)
- [boys](https://www.nccor.org/tag/boys/)
- [BPA](https://www.nccor.org/tag/bpa/)
- [brain](https://www.nccor.org/tag/brain/)
- [brain function](https://www.nccor.org/tag/brain-function/)
- [brain response](https://www.nccor.org/tag/brain-response/)
- [brainstorming session](https://www.nccor.org/tag/brainstorming-session/)
- [Brazil](https://www.nccor.org/tag/brazil/)
- [breakfast cereals](https://www.nccor.org/tag/breakfast-cereals/)
- [breath test](https://www.nccor.org/tag/breath-test/)
- [bribe](https://www.nccor.org/tag/bribe/)
- [Bridging the Gap](https://www.nccor.org/tag/bridging-the-gap/)
- [Buckingham Elementary School](https://www.nccor.org/tag/buckingham-elementary-school/)
- [BUILD Health Challenge](https://www.nccor.org/tag/build-health-challenge/)
- [built environment](https://www.nccor.org/tag/built-environment/)
- [business](https://www.nccor.org/tag/business/)
- [C.L.A.S.S.](https://www.nccor.org/tag/c-l-a-s-s/)
- [cafeteria](https://www.nccor.org/tag/cafeteria/)
- [cafeterias](https://www.nccor.org/tag/cafeterias/)
- [calculate](https://www.nccor.org/tag/calculate/)
- [California](https://www.nccor.org/tag/california/)
- [Call for papers](https://www.nccor.org/tag/call-for-papers/)
- [call for proposals](https://www.nccor.org/tag/call-for-proposals/)
- [call to action](https://www.nccor.org/tag/call-to-action/)
- [caloric intake](https://www.nccor.org/tag/caloric-intake/)
- [calorie consumption](https://www.nccor.org/tag/calorie-consumption/)
- [calorie declines](https://www.nccor.org/tag/calorie-declines/)
- [calorie information](https://www.nccor.org/tag/calorie-information/)
- [calorie reduction](https://www.nccor.org/tag/calorie-reduction/)
- [calories](https://www.nccor.org/tag/calories/)
- [campaign](https://www.nccor.org/tag/campaign/)
- [Campaign to End Obesity](https://www.nccor.org/tag/campaign-to-end-obesity/)
- [Cancer](https://www.nccor.org/tag/cancer/)
- [Cancer Control P.L.A.N.E.T.](https://www.nccor.org/tag/cancer-control-p-l-a-n-e-t/)
- [cancer prevention](https://www.nccor.org/tag/cancer-prevention/)
- [Cancer Research Training Award](https://www.nccor.org/tag/cancer-research-training-award/)
- [cancer risk](https://www.nccor.org/tag/cancer-risk/)
- [carbs](https://www.nccor.org/tag/carbs/)
- [cardiometabolic diseases](https://www.nccor.org/tag/cardiometabolic-diseases/)
- [cardiovascular disease](https://www.nccor.org/tag/cardiovascular-disease/)
- [case study](https://www.nccor.org/tag/case-study/)
- [catalogue](https://www.nccor.org/tag/catalogue/)
- [catalogue o](https://www.nccor.org/tag/catalogue-o/)
- [Catalogue of Surveillance Systems](https://www.nccor.org/tag/catalogue-of-surveillance-systems/)
- [CDC](https://www.nccor.org/tag/cdc/)
- [census](https://www.nccor.org/tag/census/)
- [Center for Behavioral Economics and Healthy Food Choice Research](https://www.nccor.org/tag/center-for-behavioral-economics-and-healthy-food-choice-research/)
- [Center for Training and Research Translation](https://www.nccor.org/tag/center-for-training-and-research-translation/)
- [Center TRT](https://www.nccor.org/tag/center-trt/)
- [CEP19 protein](https://www.nccor.org/tag/cep19-protein/)
- [cereal](https://www.nccor.org/tag/cereal/)
- [CFBAI](https://www.nccor.org/tag/cfbai/)
- [challenges](https://www.nccor.org/tag/challenges/)
- [child](https://www.nccor.org/tag/child/)
- [child care](https://www.nccor.org/tag/child-care/)
- [child care centers](https://www.nccor.org/tag/child-care-centers/)
- [childhood obesity](https://www.nccor.org/tag/childhood-obesity/)
- [Childhood Obesity Awareness Month](https://www.nccor.org/tag/childhood-obesity-awareness-month/)
- [Childhood Obesity Challenge](https://www.nccor.org/tag/childhood-obesity-challenge/)
- [Childhood Obesity Conference](https://www.nccor.org/tag/childhood-obesity-conference/)
- [childhood obesity declines](https://www.nccor.org/tag/childhood-obesity-declines/)
- [childhood obesity intervention](https://www.nccor.org/tag/childhood-obesity-intervention/)
- [childhood obesity interventions](https://www.nccor.org/tag/childhood-obesity-interventions/)
- [childhood obesity leaders](https://www.nccor.org/tag/childhood-obesity-leaders/)
- [childhood obesity prevention](https://www.nccor.org/tag/childhood-obesity-prevention/)
- [Childhood Obesity Prevention program](https://www.nccor.org/tag/childhood-obesity-prevention-program/)
- [childhood obesity prevention research](https://www.nccor.org/tag/childhood-obesity-prevention-research/)
- [childhood obesity research](https://www.nccor.org/tag/childhood-obesity-research/)
- [childhood obesity risk](https://www.nccor.org/tag/childhood-obesity-risk/)
- [childhood obesity solutions](https://www.nccor.org/tag/childhood-obesity-solutions/)
- [childhood trauma](https://www.nccor.org/tag/childhood-trauma/)
- [childhoodobesity](https://www.nccor.org/tag/childhoodobesity/)
- [children](https://www.nccor.org/tag/children/)
- [Children's Hospital Association](https://www.nccor.org/tag/childrens-hospital-association/)
- [children’s diets](https://www.nccor.org/tag/childrens-diets/)
- [chocolate milk](https://www.nccor.org/tag/chocolate-milk/)
- [Cholesterol](https://www.nccor.org/tag/cholesterol/)
- [cholesterol screening](https://www.nccor.org/tag/cholesterol-screening/)
- [Chronic Care Model](https://www.nccor.org/tag/chronic-care-model/)
- [Chula Vista](https://www.nccor.org/tag/chula-vista/)
- [CKD](https://www.nccor.org/tag/ckd/)
- [clinic](https://www.nccor.org/tag/clinic/)
- [clinic-community programs](https://www.nccor.org/tag/clinic-community-programs/)
- [Clinical-Community Systems](https://www.nccor.org/tag/clinical-community-systems/)
- [club sports](https://www.nccor.org/tag/club-sports/)
- [co-morbidities](https://www.nccor.org/tag/co-morbidities/)
- [Coca-Cola](https://www.nccor.org/tag/coca-cola/)
- [cognitive performance](https://www.nccor.org/tag/cognitive-performance/)
- [cognitive strategy](https://www.nccor.org/tag/cognitive-strategy/)
- [collaboration](https://www.nccor.org/tag/collaboration/)
- [college](https://www.nccor.org/tag/college/)
- [color codes](https://www.nccor.org/tag/color-codes/)
- [Colorado](https://www.nccor.org/tag/colorado/)
- [common measures](https://www.nccor.org/tag/common-measures/)
- [communication](https://www.nccor.org/tag/communication/)
- [communication tools](https://www.nccor.org/tag/communication-tools/)
- [community](https://www.nccor.org/tag/community/)
- [community building](https://www.nccor.org/tag/community-building/)
- [community changes](https://www.nccor.org/tag/community-changes/)
- [Community Guide](https://www.nccor.org/tag/community-guide/)
- [community readiness model](https://www.nccor.org/tag/community-readiness-model/)
- [community-based organizations](https://www.nccor.org/tag/community-based-organizations/)
- [commuting](https://www.nccor.org/tag/commuting/)
- [compendium](https://www.nccor.org/tag/compendium/)
- [Compendium of Physical Activities for Youth](https://www.nccor.org/tag/compendium-of-physical-activities-for-youth/)
- [competitive foods](https://www.nccor.org/tag/competitive-foods/)
- [comprehension](https://www.nccor.org/tag/comprehension/)
- [comprehensive menu labeling](https://www.nccor.org/tag/comprehensive-menu-labeling/)
- [conference](https://www.nccor.org/tag/conference/)
- [conferences](https://www.nccor.org/tag/conferences/)
- [Congressional Budget Office](https://www.nccor.org/tag/congressional-budget-office/)
- [Connect & Explore](https://www.nccor.org/tag/connect-explore/)
- [Connect and Explore](https://www.nccor.org/tag/connect-and-explore/)
- [Connect&Explore](https://www.nccor.org/tag/connectexplore/)
- [ConnectandExplore](https://www.nccor.org/tag/connectandexplore/)
- [consumer](https://www.nccor.org/tag/consumer/)
- [consumption](https://www.nccor.org/tag/consumption/)
- [convenience stores](https://www.nccor.org/tag/convenience-stores/)
- [Convergence Partnership](https://www.nccor.org/tag/convergence-partnership/)
- [CORD](https://www.nccor.org/tag/cord/)
- [Cornell](https://www.nccor.org/tag/cornell/)
- [corner stores](https://www.nccor.org/tag/corner-stores/)
- [cost](https://www.nccor.org/tag/cost/)
- [cost savings](https://www.nccor.org/tag/cost-savings/)
- [cost-effectiveness](https://www.nccor.org/tag/cost-effectiveness/)
- [cravings](https://www.nccor.org/tag/cravings/)
- [cross-sector solutions](https://www.nccor.org/tag/cross-sector-solutions/)
- [CrossFit](https://www.nccor.org/tag/crossfit/)
- [crunch time](https://www.nccor.org/tag/crunch-time/)
- [curriculum](https://www.nccor.org/tag/curriculum/)
- [data](https://www.nccor.org/tag/data/)
- [data collection](https://www.nccor.org/tag/data-collection/)
- [Data Hub](https://www.nccor.org/tag/data-hub/)
- [database](https://www.nccor.org/tag/database/)
- [dataset](https://www.nccor.org/tag/dataset/)
- [David Berrigan](https://www.nccor.org/tag/david-berrigan/)
- [David Ragland](https://www.nccor.org/tag/david-ragland/)
- [day care](https://www.nccor.org/tag/day-care/)
- [daycare](https://www.nccor.org/tag/daycare/)
- [de Beaumont Foundation](https://www.nccor.org/tag/de-beaumont-foundation/)
- [death](https://www.nccor.org/tag/death/)
- [death toll](https://www.nccor.org/tag/death-toll/)
- [debit cards](https://www.nccor.org/tag/debit-cards/)
- [decision support](https://www.nccor.org/tag/decision-support/)
- [decline](https://www.nccor.org/tag/decline/)
- [declines](https://www.nccor.org/tag/declines/)
- [demand](https://www.nccor.org/tag/demand/)
- [dementia](https://www.nccor.org/tag/dementia/)
- [Department of Health and Human Services](https://www.nccor.org/tag/department-of-health-and-human-services/)
- [depression](https://www.nccor.org/tag/depression/)
- [design](https://www.nccor.org/tag/design/)
- [design thinking](https://www.nccor.org/tag/design-thinking/)
- [DGA](https://www.nccor.org/tag/dga/)
- [diabetes](https://www.nccor.org/tag/diabetes/)
- [diabetes risk](https://www.nccor.org/tag/diabetes-risk/)
- [diet](https://www.nccor.org/tag/diet/)
- [diet drinks](https://www.nccor.org/tag/diet-drinks/)
- [diet quality](https://www.nccor.org/tag/diet-quality/)
- [dietary assessment](https://www.nccor.org/tag/dietary-assessment/)
- [Dietary Assessment Primer](https://www.nccor.org/tag/dietary-assessment-primer/)
- [dietary behaviors](https://www.nccor.org/tag/dietary-behaviors/)
- [dietary guidelines](https://www.nccor.org/tag/dietary-guidelines/)
- [Dietary Guidelines for Americans](https://www.nccor.org/tag/dietary-guidelines-for-americans/)
- [dietary intake](https://www.nccor.org/tag/dietary-intake/)
- [dietary quality](https://www.nccor.org/tag/dietary-quality/)
- [dietary recommendations](https://www.nccor.org/tag/dietary-recommendations/)
- [dietary sugar](https://www.nccor.org/tag/dietary-sugar/)
- [dieting](https://www.nccor.org/tag/dieting/)
- [dine out](https://www.nccor.org/tag/dine-out/)
- [dining hall](https://www.nccor.org/tag/dining-hall/)
- [dining out](https://www.nccor.org/tag/dining-out/)
- [dinner](https://www.nccor.org/tag/dinner/)
- [dinner rituals](https://www.nccor.org/tag/dinner-rituals/)
- [directory](https://www.nccor.org/tag/directory/)
- [discounts](https://www.nccor.org/tag/discounts/)
- [discrimination](https://www.nccor.org/tag/discrimination/)
- [dishware](https://www.nccor.org/tag/dishware/)
- [Disney](https://www.nccor.org/tag/disney/)
- [disparities](https://www.nccor.org/tag/disparities/)
- [dissemination](https://www.nccor.org/tag/dissemination/)
- [DNPAO](https://www.nccor.org/tag/dnpao/)
- [drinking fountains](https://www.nccor.org/tag/drinking-fountains/)
- [drinking milk](https://www.nccor.org/tag/drinking-milk/)
- [Duke](https://www.nccor.org/tag/duke/)
- [Duke University](https://www.nccor.org/tag/duke-university/)
- [dyadic analysis](https://www.nccor.org/tag/dyadic-analysis/)
- [dyads](https://www.nccor.org/tag/dyads/)
- [e-games](https://www.nccor.org/tag/e-games/)
- [early childhood](https://www.nccor.org/tag/early-childhood/)
- [Eastern Massachusetts](https://www.nccor.org/tag/eastern-massachusetts/)
- [eat out](https://www.nccor.org/tag/eat-out/)
- [eating behavior](https://www.nccor.org/tag/eating-behavior/)
- [eating behaviors](https://www.nccor.org/tag/eating-behaviors/)
- [eating disorder](https://www.nccor.org/tag/eating-disorder/)
- [eating frequency](https://www.nccor.org/tag/eating-frequency/)
- [eating habits](https://www.nccor.org/tag/eating-habits/)
- [eating on the go](https://www.nccor.org/tag/eating-on-the-go/)
- [eating pattern](https://www.nccor.org/tag/eating-pattern/)
- [economics](https://www.nccor.org/tag/economics/)
- [economics of obesity](https://www.nccor.org/tag/economics-of-obesity/)
- [education](https://www.nccor.org/tag/education/)
- [education credit](https://www.nccor.org/tag/education-credit/)
- [educational materials](https://www.nccor.org/tag/educational-materials/)
- [EHR](https://www.nccor.org/tag/ehr/)
- [electronic health record](https://www.nccor.org/tag/electronic-health-record/)
- [electronic health record systems](https://www.nccor.org/tag/electronic-health-record-systems/)
- [electronic media](https://www.nccor.org/tag/electronic-media/)
- [elementary school](https://www.nccor.org/tag/elementary-school/)
- [emerging topics](https://www.nccor.org/tag/emerging-topics/)
- [emotional eating](https://www.nccor.org/tag/emotional-eating/)
- [emotional interactions](https://www.nccor.org/tag/emotional-interactions/)
- [End Childhood Obesity Innovation Challenge](https://www.nccor.org/tag/end-childhood-obesity-innovation-challenge/)
- [energy](https://www.nccor.org/tag/energy/)
- [energy expenditure](https://www.nccor.org/tag/energy-expenditure/)
- [environment](https://www.nccor.org/tag/environment/)
- [Envision](https://www.nccor.org/tag/envision/)
- [epigenetics](https://www.nccor.org/tag/epigenetics/)
- [ERS](https://www.nccor.org/tag/ers/)
- [estimates](https://www.nccor.org/tag/estimates/)
- [evaluation](https://www.nccor.org/tag/evaluation/)
- [events](https://www.nccor.org/tag/events-2/)
- [evidence-based guidelines](https://www.nccor.org/tag/evidence-based-guidelines/)
- [evidence-based model](https://www.nccor.org/tag/evidence-based-model/)
- [evidence-based programs](https://www.nccor.org/tag/evidence-based-programs/)
- [executive function](https://www.nccor.org/tag/executive-function/)
- [exercise](https://www.nccor.org/tag/exercise/)
- [exergames](https://www.nccor.org/tag/exergames/)
- [exergaming](https://www.nccor.org/tag/exergaming/)
- [exhibit](https://www.nccor.org/tag/exhibit/)
- [experimental design](https://www.nccor.org/tag/experimental-design/)
- [extended family](https://www.nccor.org/tag/extended-family/)
- [external webinar series](https://www.nccor.org/tag/external-webinar-series/)
- [extra weight](https://www.nccor.org/tag/extra-weight/)
- [extroverts](https://www.nccor.org/tag/extroverts/)
- [F as in Fat](https://www.nccor.org/tag/f-as-in-fat/)
- [Facebook](https://www.nccor.org/tag/facebook/)
- [Fact sheet](https://www.nccor.org/tag/fact-sheet/)
- [family](https://www.nccor.org/tag/family/)
- [family communication](https://www.nccor.org/tag/family-communication/)
- [family dinner](https://www.nccor.org/tag/family-dinner/)
- [family environment](https://www.nccor.org/tag/family-environment/)
- [Family Life](https://www.nccor.org/tag/family-life/)
- [family meals](https://www.nccor.org/tag/family-meals/)
- [family routines](https://www.nccor.org/tag/family-routines/)
- [family style meals](https://www.nccor.org/tag/family-style-meals/)
- [farm bill](https://www.nccor.org/tag/farm-bill/)
- [Farm to School](https://www.nccor.org/tag/farm-to-school/)
- [Farm to School grants](https://www.nccor.org/tag/farm-to-school-grants/)
- [farmers markets](https://www.nccor.org/tag/farmers-markets/)
- [Fast Food](https://www.nccor.org/tag/fast-food/)
- [fast food ads](https://www.nccor.org/tag/fast-food-ads/)
- [fast food advertisements](https://www.nccor.org/tag/fast-food-advertisements/)
- [fast food restaurants](https://www.nccor.org/tag/fast-food-restaurants/)
- [fast-growing](https://www.nccor.org/tag/fast-growing/)
- [fat letters](https://www.nccor.org/tag/fat-letters/)
- [fat tax](https://www.nccor.org/tag/fat-tax/)
- [fatal blood clot](https://www.nccor.org/tag/fatal-blood-clot/)
- [FDA](https://www.nccor.org/tag/fda/)
- [federal guidelines](https://www.nccor.org/tag/federal-guidelines/)
- [federal lunch program](https://www.nccor.org/tag/federal-lunch-program/)
- [federal standards](https://www.nccor.org/tag/federal-standards/)
- [feedback](https://www.nccor.org/tag/feedback/)
- [fellowship](https://www.nccor.org/tag/fellowship/)
- [FFVP](https://www.nccor.org/tag/ffvp/)
- [financial incentives](https://www.nccor.org/tag/financial-incentives/)
- [financial loss](https://www.nccor.org/tag/financial-loss/)
- [first lady](https://www.nccor.org/tag/first-lady/)
- [fist lady](https://www.nccor.org/tag/fist-lady/)
- [fitness](https://www.nccor.org/tag/fitness/)
- [five-meal pattern](https://www.nccor.org/tag/five-meal-pattern/)
- [five-year anniversary](https://www.nccor.org/tag/five-year-anniversary/)
- [FLASHE](https://www.nccor.org/tag/flashe/)
- [flavored dip](https://www.nccor.org/tag/flavored-dip/)
- [FNS](https://www.nccor.org/tag/fns/)
- [focus](https://www.nccor.org/tag/focus/)
- [food](https://www.nccor.org/tag/food/)
- [food acquisition](https://www.nccor.org/tag/food-acquisition/)
- [Food Acquisition and Purchase Survey](https://www.nccor.org/tag/food-acquisition-and-purchase-survey/)
- [food addiction](https://www.nccor.org/tag/food-addiction/)
- [food advertising](https://www.nccor.org/tag/food-advertising/)
- [food and agriculture system](https://www.nccor.org/tag/food-and-agriculture-system/)
- [food and beverage companies](https://www.nccor.org/tag/food-and-beverage-companies/)
- [food and beverage industry](https://www.nccor.org/tag/food-and-beverage-industry/)
- [food and beverage manufacturers](https://www.nccor.org/tag/food-and-beverage-manufacturers/)
- [Food and Nutrition Service](https://www.nccor.org/tag/food-and-nutrition-service/)
- [food choices](https://www.nccor.org/tag/food-choices/)
- [food commercials](https://www.nccor.org/tag/food-commercials/)
- [food consumption](https://www.nccor.org/tag/food-consumption/)
- [food cravings](https://www.nccor.org/tag/food-cravings/)
- [food desert](https://www.nccor.org/tag/food-desert/)
- [food deserts](https://www.nccor.org/tag/food-deserts/)
- [food environment](https://www.nccor.org/tag/food-environment/)
- [food industry](https://www.nccor.org/tag/food-industry/)
- [food insecurity](https://www.nccor.org/tag/food-insecurity/)
- [food intake](https://www.nccor.org/tag/food-intake/)
- [food labels](https://www.nccor.org/tag/food-labels/)
- [food logos](https://www.nccor.org/tag/food-logos/)
- [food marketing](https://www.nccor.org/tag/food-marketing/)
- [food marketplace](https://www.nccor.org/tag/food-marketplace/)
- [food policy](https://www.nccor.org/tag/food-policy/)
- [food prices](https://www.nccor.org/tag/food-prices/)
- [food proximity](https://www.nccor.org/tag/food-proximity/)
- [food purchases](https://www.nccor.org/tag/food-purchases/)
- [food retailers](https://www.nccor.org/tag/food-retailers/)
- [food security](https://www.nccor.org/tag/food-security/)
- [Food Service Administration](https://www.nccor.org/tag/food-service-administration/)
- [food supply](https://www.nccor.org/tag/food-supply/)
- [food system](https://www.nccor.org/tag/food-system/)
- [food systems](https://www.nccor.org/tag/food-systems/)
- [food talk](https://www.nccor.org/tag/food-talk/)
- [food truck](https://www.nccor.org/tag/food-truck/)
- [food waste](https://www.nccor.org/tag/food-waste/)
- [FoodAPS](https://www.nccor.org/tag/foodaps/)
- [FPED](https://www.nccor.org/tag/fped/)
- [framework](https://www.nccor.org/tag/framework/)
- [fresh foods](https://www.nccor.org/tag/fresh-foods/)
- [Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program](https://www.nccor.org/tag/fresh-fruit-and-vegetable-program/)
- [fried food](https://www.nccor.org/tag/fried-food/)
- [friends](https://www.nccor.org/tag/friends/)
- [front-of-package labels](https://www.nccor.org/tag/front-of-package-labels/)
- [Fructose](https://www.nccor.org/tag/fructose/)
- [fruit](https://www.nccor.org/tag/fruit/)
- [fruit and vegetable consumption](https://www.nccor.org/tag/fruit-and-vegetable-consumption/)
- [fruit juice](https://www.nccor.org/tag/fruit-juice/)
- [fruits](https://www.nccor.org/tag/fruits/)
- [FTO gene](https://www.nccor.org/tag/fto-gene/)
- [full-term](https://www.nccor.org/tag/full-term/)
- [function](https://www.nccor.org/tag/function/)
- [funding](https://www.nccor.org/tag/funding/)
- [funding opportunity](https://www.nccor.org/tag/funding-opportunity/)
- [games](https://www.nccor.org/tag/games/)
- [garden](https://www.nccor.org/tag/garden/)
- [gardening](https://www.nccor.org/tag/gardening/)
- [gender](https://www.nccor.org/tag/gender/)
- [gene](https://www.nccor.org/tag/gene/)
- [genes](https://www.nccor.org/tag/genes/)
- [genetic factors](https://www.nccor.org/tag/genetic-factors/)
- [genetic testing](https://www.nccor.org/tag/genetic-testing/)
- [genetic variations](https://www.nccor.org/tag/genetic-variations/)
- [George Washington University](https://www.nccor.org/tag/george-washington-university/)
- [Georgetown](https://www.nccor.org/tag/georgetown/)
- [Get Research Used](https://www.nccor.org/tag/get-research-used/)
- [girls](https://www.nccor.org/tag/girls/)
- [GIS](https://www.nccor.org/tag/gis/)
- [giveaways](https://www.nccor.org/tag/giveaways/)
- [Global Center for Childhood Obesity](https://www.nccor.org/tag/global-center-for-childhood-obesity/)
- [global declines](https://www.nccor.org/tag/global-declines/)
- [global lessons](https://www.nccor.org/tag/global-lessons/)
- [Global Obesity Prevention Center](https://www.nccor.org/tag/global-obesity-prevention-center/)
- [global reach](https://www.nccor.org/tag/global-reach/)
- [global solutions](https://www.nccor.org/tag/global-solutions/)
- [GlobalLessons](https://www.nccor.org/tag/globallessons/)
- [glucose](https://www.nccor.org/tag/glucose/)
- [Google](https://www.nccor.org/tag/google/)
- [GOPC](https://www.nccor.org/tag/gopc/)
- [government](https://www.nccor.org/tag/government/)
- [grades](https://www.nccor.org/tag/grades/)
- [grant](https://www.nccor.org/tag/grant/)
- [grants](https://www.nccor.org/tag/grants/)
- [greek yogurt](https://www.nccor.org/tag/greek-yogurt/)
- [green building](https://www.nccor.org/tag/green-building/)
- [green health](https://www.nccor.org/tag/green-health/)
- [grocery shopping](https://www.nccor.org/tag/grocery-shopping/)
- [grocery store](https://www.nccor.org/tag/grocery-store/)
- [grocery stores](https://www.nccor.org/tag/grocery-stores/)
- [growth spurt](https://www.nccor.org/tag/growth-spurt/)
- [guidance](https://www.nccor.org/tag/guidance/)
- [guidelines](https://www.nccor.org/tag/guidelines/)
- [gym](https://www.nccor.org/tag/gym/)
- [gym class](https://www.nccor.org/tag/gym-class/)
- [Happy Meal](https://www.nccor.org/tag/happy-meal/)
- [happy meals](https://www.nccor.org/tag/happy-meals/)
- [Harvard](https://www.nccor.org/tag/harvard/)
- [HBO](https://www.nccor.org/tag/hbo/)
- [HCS](https://www.nccor.org/tag/hcs/)
- [Head Start](https://www.nccor.org/tag/head-start/)
- [health](https://www.nccor.org/tag/health/)
- [Health Affairs](https://www.nccor.org/tag/health-affairs/)
- [health benefits](https://www.nccor.org/tag/health-benefits/)
- [health care](https://www.nccor.org/tag/health-care/)
- [health care costs](https://www.nccor.org/tag/health-care-costs/)
- [health communication](https://www.nccor.org/tag/health-communication/)
- [health conditions](https://www.nccor.org/tag/health-conditions/)
- [health disparities](https://www.nccor.org/tag/health-disparities/)
- [health effects](https://www.nccor.org/tag/health-effects/)
- [health equity](https://www.nccor.org/tag/health-equity/)
- [health facilitator](https://www.nccor.org/tag/health-facilitator/)
- [health policies](https://www.nccor.org/tag/health-policies/)
- [health systems](https://www.nccor.org/tag/health-systems/)
- [healthier food environments](https://www.nccor.org/tag/healthier-food-environments/)
- [healthier school lunches](https://www.nccor.org/tag/healthier-school-lunches/)
- [healthier school meals](https://www.nccor.org/tag/healthier-school-meals/)
- [Healthy](https://www.nccor.org/tag/healthy/)
- [Healthy and Sustainable Food Program](https://www.nccor.org/tag/healthy-and-sustainable-food-program/)
- [healthy choices](https://www.nccor.org/tag/healthy-choices/)
- [Healthy Communities Study](https://www.nccor.org/tag/healthy-communities-study/)
- [Healthy Corner Store Initiative](https://www.nccor.org/tag/healthy-corner-store-initiative/)
- [healthy diet](https://www.nccor.org/tag/healthy-diet/)
- [healthy eating](https://www.nccor.org/tag/healthy-eating/)
- [Healthy Eating Design Guidelines](https://www.nccor.org/tag/healthy-eating-design-guidelines/)
- [Healthy Eating Design Guidelines for Architecture](https://www.nccor.org/tag/healthy-eating-design-guidelines-for-architecture/)
- [Healthy Eating Index](https://www.nccor.org/tag/healthy-eating-index/)
- [Healthy Eating Research](https://www.nccor.org/tag/healthy-eating-research/)
- [healthy food](https://www.nccor.org/tag/healthy-food/)
- [Healthy Food Behavior Research](https://www.nccor.org/tag/healthy-food-behavior-research/)
- [healthy food choices](https://www.nccor.org/tag/healthy-food-choices/)
- [Healthy Food Financing Initiative](https://www.nccor.org/tag/healthy-food-financing-initiative/)
- [healthy food incentives](https://www.nccor.org/tag/healthy-food-incentives/)
- [healthy food outlet](https://www.nccor.org/tag/healthy-food-outlet/)
- [healthy foods](https://www.nccor.org/tag/healthy-foods/)
- [Healthy Hunger-Free Kids Act](https://www.nccor.org/tag/healthy-hunger-free-kids-act/)
- [Healthy Incentives Pilot](https://www.nccor.org/tag/healthy-incentives-pilot/)
- [healthy lifestyle](https://www.nccor.org/tag/healthy-lifestyle/)
- [healthy living goals](https://www.nccor.org/tag/healthy-living-goals/)
- [healthy options](https://www.nccor.org/tag/healthy-options/)
- [Healthy People eLearning](https://www.nccor.org/tag/healthy-people-elearning/)
- [healthy snacks](https://www.nccor.org/tag/healthy-snacks/)
- [Healthy Weight Commitment Foundation](https://www.nccor.org/tag/healthy-weight-commitment-foundation/)
- [Healthy Weight Commitment Foundation evaluation](https://www.nccor.org/tag/healthy-weight-commitment-foundation-evaluation/)
- [healthy weight gain](https://www.nccor.org/tag/healthy-weight-gain/)
- [heart](https://www.nccor.org/tag/heart/)
- [heart attack](https://www.nccor.org/tag/heart-attack/)
- [heart disease](https://www.nccor.org/tag/heart-disease/)
- [heart failure](https://www.nccor.org/tag/heart-failure/)
- [heart health](https://www.nccor.org/tag/heart-health/)
- [HEI](https://www.nccor.org/tag/hei/)
- [height](https://www.nccor.org/tag/height/)
- [HEROES](https://www.nccor.org/tag/heroes/)
- [HFFI](https://www.nccor.org/tag/hffi/)
- [HHS](https://www.nccor.org/tag/hhs/)
- [HHSinnovates](https://www.nccor.org/tag/hhsinnovates/)
- [high blood pressure](https://www.nccor.org/tag/high-blood-pressure/)
- [high school](https://www.nccor.org/tag/high-school/)
- [high school sports](https://www.nccor.org/tag/high-school-sports/)
- [high-calorie food](https://www.nccor.org/tag/high-calorie-food/)
- [high-calorie foods](https://www.nccor.org/tag/high-calorie-foods/)
- [HIP](https://www.nccor.org/tag/hip/)
- [Hispanic](https://www.nccor.org/tag/hispanic/)
- [Hispanics](https://www.nccor.org/tag/hispanics/)
- [home](https://www.nccor.org/tag/home/)
- [hormone ghrelin](https://www.nccor.org/tag/hormone-ghrelin/)
- [hormones](https://www.nccor.org/tag/hormones/)
- [hospitals](https://www.nccor.org/tag/hospitals/)
- [Hudson Institute](https://www.nccor.org/tag/hudson-institute/)
- [hunger](https://www.nccor.org/tag/hunger/)
- [Hunger-Free Kids Act](https://www.nccor.org/tag/hunger-free-kids-act/)
- [HWCF](https://www.nccor.org/tag/hwcf/)
- [hypertension](https://www.nccor.org/tag/hypertension/)
- [IDEO](https://www.nccor.org/tag/ideo/)
- [impact](https://www.nccor.org/tag/impact/)
- [implementation](https://www.nccor.org/tag/implementation/)
- [impulse marketing](https://www.nccor.org/tag/impulse-marketing/)
- [incentive](https://www.nccor.org/tag/incentive/)
- [income](https://www.nccor.org/tag/income/)
- [increased BMI](https://www.nccor.org/tag/increased-bmi/)
- [industry-funded study](https://www.nccor.org/tag/industry-funded-study/)
- [inequity](https://www.nccor.org/tag/inequity/)
- [infancy](https://www.nccor.org/tag/infancy/)
- [Infants](https://www.nccor.org/tag/infants/)
- [inflammation](https://www.nccor.org/tag/inflammation/)
- [infographic](https://www.nccor.org/tag/infographic/)
- [infographics](https://www.nccor.org/tag/infographics/)
- [information technology](https://www.nccor.org/tag/information-technology/)
- [informed choices](https://www.nccor.org/tag/informed-choices/)
- [inner city teens](https://www.nccor.org/tag/inner-city-teens/)
- [inner-city children](https://www.nccor.org/tag/inner-city-children/)
- [innovation](https://www.nccor.org/tag/innovation/)
- [innovation award](https://www.nccor.org/tag/innovation-award/)
- [Instant Recess](https://www.nccor.org/tag/instant-recess/)
- [Institute of Medicine](https://www.nccor.org/tag/institute-of-medicine/)
- [insulin](https://www.nccor.org/tag/insulin/)
- [insulin sensitivity](https://www.nccor.org/tag/insulin-sensitivity/)
- [international](https://www.nccor.org/tag/international/)
- [internet marketing](https://www.nccor.org/tag/internet-marketing/)
- [internship](https://www.nccor.org/tag/internship/)
- [intervention](https://www.nccor.org/tag/intervention/)
- [interventions](https://www.nccor.org/tag/interventions/)
- [intervetion](https://www.nccor.org/tag/intervetion/)
- [introverts](https://www.nccor.org/tag/introverts/)
- [IOM](https://www.nccor.org/tag/iom/)
- [James Sallis](https://www.nccor.org/tag/james-sallis/)
- [Jean Philipe Laurenceau](https://www.nccor.org/tag/jean-philipe-laurenceau/)
- [JHGCCO](https://www.nccor.org/tag/jhgcco/)
- [Johns Hopkins](https://www.nccor.org/tag/johns-hopkins/)
- [Johns Hopkins Global Obesity Prevention Center](https://www.nccor.org/tag/johns-hopkins-global-obesity-prevention-center/)
- [joint use agreement](https://www.nccor.org/tag/joint-use-agreement/)
- [journal](https://www.nccor.org/tag/journal/)
- [JPB Foundation](https://www.nccor.org/tag/jpb-foundation/)
- [juice](https://www.nccor.org/tag/juice/)
- [junk food](https://www.nccor.org/tag/junk-food/)
- [kidney disease](https://www.nccor.org/tag/kidney-disease/)
- [kidney function](https://www.nccor.org/tag/kidney-function/)
- [kids](https://www.nccor.org/tag/kids/)
- [kids’ meals](https://www.nccor.org/tag/kids-meals/)
- [kids’ menus](https://www.nccor.org/tag/kids-menus/)
- [knowledge path](https://www.nccor.org/tag/knowledge-path/)
- [Kresge Foundation](https://www.nccor.org/tag/kresge-foundation/)
- [KSR2 gene](https://www.nccor.org/tag/ksr2-gene/)
- [Lancet](https://www.nccor.org/tag/lancet/)
- [language skills](https://www.nccor.org/tag/language-skills/)
- [law](https://www.nccor.org/tag/law/)
- [Laws](https://www.nccor.org/tag/laws/)
- [leadership](https://www.nccor.org/tag/leadership/)
- [Leadership for Healthy Communities](https://www.nccor.org/tag/leadership-for-healthy-communities/)
- [learning](https://www.nccor.org/tag/learning/)
- [least obese](https://www.nccor.org/tag/least-obese/)
- [less healthy diet](https://www.nccor.org/tag/less-healthy-diet/)
- [lessons learned from global efforts](https://www.nccor.org/tag/lessons-learned-from-global-efforts/)
- [Let's Move!](https://www.nccor.org/tag/lets-move/)
- [liability](https://www.nccor.org/tag/liability/)
- [lifestyle behaviors](https://www.nccor.org/tag/lifestyle-behaviors/)
- [lifestyle modification program](https://www.nccor.org/tag/lifestyle-modification-program/)
- [LinkedIn](https://www.nccor.org/tag/linkedin/)
- [local health departments](https://www.nccor.org/tag/local-health-departments/)
- [logic model](https://www.nccor.org/tag/logic-model/)
- [low-calorie foods](https://www.nccor.org/tag/low-calorie-foods/)
- [low-income](https://www.nccor.org/tag/low-income/)
- [low-income families](https://www.nccor.org/tag/low-income-families/)
- [low-income students](https://www.nccor.org/tag/low-income-students/)
- [lunch period](https://www.nccor.org/tag/lunch-period/)
- [lunchroom](https://www.nccor.org/tag/lunchroom/)
- [lung function](https://www.nccor.org/tag/lung-function/)
- [marketing](https://www.nccor.org/tag/marketing/)
- [marketing to children](https://www.nccor.org/tag/marketing-to-children/)
- [mas y menos](https://www.nccor.org/tag/mas-y-menos/)
- [Maternal and Child Health Library](https://www.nccor.org/tag/maternal-and-child-health-library/)
- [maternal health](https://www.nccor.org/tag/maternal-health/)
- [maternal obesity](https://www.nccor.org/tag/maternal-obesity/)
- [math](https://www.nccor.org/tag/math/)
- [math model](https://www.nccor.org/tag/math-model/)
- [Matt Trowbridge](https://www.nccor.org/tag/matt-trowbridge/)
- [McDonald's](https://www.nccor.org/tag/mcdonalds/)
- [McKinsey Global Institute](https://www.nccor.org/tag/mckinsey-global-institute/)
- [MdDonald's](https://www.nccor.org/tag/mddonalds/)
- [meal environment](https://www.nccor.org/tag/meal-environment/)
- [meals](https://www.nccor.org/tag/meals/)
- [mealtime](https://www.nccor.org/tag/mealtime/)
- [measurement](https://www.nccor.org/tag/measurement/)
- [measures](https://www.nccor.org/tag/measures/)
- [Measures Registry](https://www.nccor.org/tag/measures-registry/)
- [memory](https://www.nccor.org/tag/memory/)
- [men](https://www.nccor.org/tag/men/)
- [menu](https://www.nccor.org/tag/menu/)
- [menu labeling](https://www.nccor.org/tag/menu-labeling/)
- [MET](https://www.nccor.org/tag/met/)
- [metabolic equivalents](https://www.nccor.org/tag/metabolic-equivalents/)
- [metabolism](https://www.nccor.org/tag/metabolism/)
- [metrics](https://www.nccor.org/tag/metrics/)
- [METy](https://www.nccor.org/tag/mety/)
- [Mexico](https://www.nccor.org/tag/mexico/)
- [mHealth](https://www.nccor.org/tag/mhealth/)
- [Michelle Obama](https://www.nccor.org/tag/michelle-obama/)
- [middle school](https://www.nccor.org/tag/middle-school/)
- [minimum standards](https://www.nccor.org/tag/minimum-standards/)
- [Minnesota](https://www.nccor.org/tag/minnesota/)
- [minorities](https://www.nccor.org/tag/minorities/)
- [minority teens](https://www.nccor.org/tag/minority-teens/)
- [Mississippi](https://www.nccor.org/tag/mississippi/)
- [mobile apps](https://www.nccor.org/tag/mobile-apps/)
- [mobile health](https://www.nccor.org/tag/mobile-health/)
- [modeling](https://www.nccor.org/tag/modeling/)
- [Modeling Network](https://www.nccor.org/tag/modeling-network/)
- [Montana](https://www.nccor.org/tag/montana/)
- [most obese](https://www.nccor.org/tag/most-obese/)
- [mothers](https://www.nccor.org/tag/mothers/)
- [movie tie-in](https://www.nccor.org/tag/movie-tie-in/)
- [MRI](https://www.nccor.org/tag/mri/)
- [multiple sclerosis](https://www.nccor.org/tag/multiple-sclerosis/)
- [muscle](https://www.nccor.org/tag/muscle/)
- [MyPlate](https://www.nccor.org/tag/myplate/)
- [National Alliance for Nutrition and Activity](https://www.nccor.org/tag/national-alliance-for-nutrition-and-activity/)
- [National Bureau of Economic Research](https://www.nccor.org/tag/national-bureau-of-economic-research/)
- [National Cancer Institute](https://www.nccor.org/tag/national-cancer-institute/)
- [National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month](https://www.nccor.org/tag/national-childhood-obesity-awareness-month/)
- [National Geographic](https://www.nccor.org/tag/national-geographic/)
- [National Heart Lung and Blood Institute](https://www.nccor.org/tag/national-heart-lung-and-blood-institute/)
- [National Institute of Food and Agriculture](https://www.nccor.org/tag/national-institute-of-food-and-agriculture/)
- [National Institutes of Health](https://www.nccor.org/tag/national-institutes-of-health/)
- [national park](https://www.nccor.org/tag/national-park/)
- [National Physical Activity Plan](https://www.nccor.org/tag/national-physical-activity-plan/)
- [National School Lunch Program](https://www.nccor.org/tag/national-school-lunch-program/)
- [national tour](https://www.nccor.org/tag/national-tour/)
- [NCCOR](https://www.nccor.org/tag/nccor/)
- [NCCOR booth](https://www.nccor.org/tag/nccor-booth/)
- [NCI](https://www.nccor.org/tag/nci/)
- [NCOAM](https://www.nccor.org/tag/ncoam/)
- [NEBR](https://www.nccor.org/tag/nebr/)
- [Nebraska](https://www.nccor.org/tag/nebraska/)
- [neighborhood](https://www.nccor.org/tag/neighborhood/)
- [neighborhoods](https://www.nccor.org/tag/neighborhoods/)
- [NEJM](https://www.nccor.org/tag/nejm/)
- [Nemours](https://www.nccor.org/tag/nemours/)
- [NESP](https://www.nccor.org/tag/nesp/)
- [neurology](https://www.nccor.org/tag/neurology/)
- [New Mexico](https://www.nccor.org/tag/new-mexico/)
- [New York City](https://www.nccor.org/tag/new-york-city/)
- [newborn](https://www.nccor.org/tag/newborn/)
- [NHLBI](https://www.nccor.org/tag/nhlbi/)
- [Niall Bolger](https://www.nccor.org/tag/niall-bolger/)
- [NICHD](https://www.nccor.org/tag/nichd/)
- [NIDDK](https://www.nccor.org/tag/niddk/)
- [NIFA](https://www.nccor.org/tag/nifa/)
- [NIH](https://www.nccor.org/tag/nih/)
- [NOPREN](https://www.nccor.org/tag/nopren/)
- [normal weight](https://www.nccor.org/tag/normal-weight/)
- [North Carolina](https://www.nccor.org/tag/north-carolina/)
- [NSLP](https://www.nccor.org/tag/nslp/)
- [nutrition](https://www.nccor.org/tag/nutrition/)
- [Nutrition and Obesity Policy Research and Evaluation Network](https://www.nccor.org/tag/nutrition-and-obesity-policy-research-and-evaluation-network/)
- [nutrition assistance](https://www.nccor.org/tag/nutrition-assistance/)
- [nutrition comparison tool](https://www.nccor.org/tag/nutrition-comparison-tool/)
- [nutrition education](https://www.nccor.org/tag/nutrition-education/)
- [nutrition facts](https://www.nccor.org/tag/nutrition-facts/)
- [Nutrition Facts Label](https://www.nccor.org/tag/nutrition-facts-label/)
- [nutrition labeling](https://www.nccor.org/tag/nutrition-labeling/)
- [nutrition labels](https://www.nccor.org/tag/nutrition-labels/)
- [nutrition policies](https://www.nccor.org/tag/nutrition-policies/)
- [nutrition standards](https://www.nccor.org/tag/nutrition-standards/)
- [nutrition standards for school meals](https://www.nccor.org/tag/nutrition-standards-for-school-meals/)
- [nutritional information](https://www.nccor.org/tag/nutritional-information/)
- [obesity](https://www.nccor.org/tag/obesity/)
- [obesity bias](https://www.nccor.org/tag/obesity-bias/)
- [obesity declines](https://www.nccor.org/tag/obesity-declines/)
- [obesity education](https://www.nccor.org/tag/obesity-education/)
- [obesity epidemic](https://www.nccor.org/tag/obesity-epidemic/)
- [obesity link](https://www.nccor.org/tag/obesity-link/)
- [obesity policies](https://www.nccor.org/tag/obesity-policies/)
- [obesity prevention](https://www.nccor.org/tag/obesity-prevention/)
- [obesity prevention policies](https://www.nccor.org/tag/obesity-prevention-policies/)
- [obesity prevention programs](https://www.nccor.org/tag/obesity-prevention-programs/)
- [obesity rate](https://www.nccor.org/tag/obesity-rate/)
- [obesity rates](https://www.nccor.org/tag/obesity-rates/)
- [obesity reduction](https://www.nccor.org/tag/obesity-reduction/)
- [obesity research](https://www.nccor.org/tag/obesity-research/)
- [obesity risk](https://www.nccor.org/tag/obesity-risk/)
- [obesity risk factors](https://www.nccor.org/tag/obesity-risk-factors/)
- [obesity screening](https://www.nccor.org/tag/obesity-screening/)
- [Obesity Series](https://www.nccor.org/tag/obesity-series/)
- [obesity solutions](https://www.nccor.org/tag/obesity-solutions/)
- [ObesityWeek](https://www.nccor.org/tag/obesityweek/)
- [obesogenic dietary habits](https://www.nccor.org/tag/obesogenic-dietary-habits/)
- [obesogenic environment](https://www.nccor.org/tag/obesogenic-environment/)
- [observational study](https://www.nccor.org/tag/observational-study/)
- [ODP](https://www.nccor.org/tag/odp/)
- [Office of Disease Prevention](https://www.nccor.org/tag/office-of-disease-prevention/)
- [old age](https://www.nccor.org/tag/old-age/)
- [online games](https://www.nccor.org/tag/online-games/)
- [osteoarthritis](https://www.nccor.org/tag/osteoarthritis/)
- [outdoor food advertisements](https://www.nccor.org/tag/outdoor-food-advertisements/)
- [overeating](https://www.nccor.org/tag/overeating/)
- [overweight](https://www.nccor.org/tag/overweight/)
- [overweight onset](https://www.nccor.org/tag/overweight-onset/)
- [overweight peers](https://www.nccor.org/tag/overweight-peers/)
- [packaged foods](https://www.nccor.org/tag/packaged-foods/)
- [panel](https://www.nccor.org/tag/panel/)
- [parent BMI](https://www.nccor.org/tag/parent-bmi/)
- [parent survey](https://www.nccor.org/tag/parent-survey/)
- [parental food attitudes](https://www.nccor.org/tag/parental-food-attitudes/)
- [parental food rules](https://www.nccor.org/tag/parental-food-rules/)
- [parental obesity](https://www.nccor.org/tag/parental-obesity/)
- [parental stress](https://www.nccor.org/tag/parental-stress/)
- [parenting](https://www.nccor.org/tag/parenting/)
- [parenting style](https://www.nccor.org/tag/parenting-style/)
- [parents](https://www.nccor.org/tag/parents/)
- [parents' perception](https://www.nccor.org/tag/parents-perception/)
- [parks](https://www.nccor.org/tag/parks/)
- [partner](https://www.nccor.org/tag/partner/)
- [Partnership for a Healthier America](https://www.nccor.org/tag/partnership-for-a-healthier-america/)
- [partnerships](https://www.nccor.org/tag/partnerships/)
- [paternal obesity](https://www.nccor.org/tag/paternal-obesity/)
- [paternal smoking](https://www.nccor.org/tag/paternal-smoking/)
- [Pediatric Nutrition Surveillance System](https://www.nccor.org/tag/pediatric-nutrition-surveillance-system/)
- [pediatric obesity](https://www.nccor.org/tag/pediatric-obesity/)
- [pediatrician](https://www.nccor.org/tag/pediatrician/)
- [pedometers](https://www.nccor.org/tag/pedometers/)
- [peer pressure](https://www.nccor.org/tag/peer-pressure/)
- [personal injuries](https://www.nccor.org/tag/personal-injuries/)
- [Peter Katzmarzyk](https://www.nccor.org/tag/peter-katzmarzyk/)
- [Philadelphia](https://www.nccor.org/tag/philadelphia/)
- [physical activity](https://www.nccor.org/tag/physical-activity/)
- [Physical Activity Design Guidelines for School Architecture](https://www.nccor.org/tag/physical-activity-design-guidelines-for-school-architecture/)
- [physical activity guidelines](https://www.nccor.org/tag/physical-activity-guidelines/)
- [physical activty](https://www.nccor.org/tag/physical-activty/)
- [physical education](https://www.nccor.org/tag/physical-education/)
- [physical education requirements](https://www.nccor.org/tag/physical-education-requirements/)
- [physical environment](https://www.nccor.org/tag/physical-environment/)
- [physical fitness](https://www.nccor.org/tag/physical-fitness/)
- [physically fit](https://www.nccor.org/tag/physically-fit/)
- [planning](https://www.nccor.org/tag/planning/)
- [playground](https://www.nccor.org/tag/playground/)
- [playgrounds](https://www.nccor.org/tag/playgrounds/)
- [podcast](https://www.nccor.org/tag/podcast/)
- [policies](https://www.nccor.org/tag/policies/)
- [policy](https://www.nccor.org/tag/policy/)
- [policy changes](https://www.nccor.org/tag/policy-changes/)
- [policy makers](https://www.nccor.org/tag/policy-makers/)
- [Policy Research Impact Working Group](https://www.nccor.org/tag/policy-research-impact-working-group/)
- [policymakers](https://www.nccor.org/tag/policymakers/)
- [politics](https://www.nccor.org/tag/politics/)
- [population](https://www.nccor.org/tag/population/)
- [population health](https://www.nccor.org/tag/population-health/)
- [portion size](https://www.nccor.org/tag/portion-size/)
- [post-doctoral](https://www.nccor.org/tag/post-doctoral/)
- [poster](https://www.nccor.org/tag/poster/)
- [PR campaign](https://www.nccor.org/tag/pr-campaign/)
- [practice](https://www.nccor.org/tag/practice/)
- [pre-ordered lunch](https://www.nccor.org/tag/pre-ordered-lunch/)
- [preconference](https://www.nccor.org/tag/preconference/)
- [pregnancy](https://www.nccor.org/tag/pregnancy/)
- [premature](https://www.nccor.org/tag/premature/)
- [premature babies](https://www.nccor.org/tag/premature-babies/)
- [premature birth](https://www.nccor.org/tag/premature-birth/)
- [preschool](https://www.nccor.org/tag/preschool/)
- [preschoolers](https://www.nccor.org/tag/preschoolers/)
- [prescription](https://www.nccor.org/tag/prescription/)
- [presentation](https://www.nccor.org/tag/presentation/)
- [Presidential Physical Fitness Test](https://www.nccor.org/tag/presidential-physical-fitness-test/)
- [pressure-to-eat behaviors](https://www.nccor.org/tag/pressure-to-eat-behaviors/)
- [Preventing Chronic Disease](https://www.nccor.org/tag/preventing-chronic-disease/)
- [prevention](https://www.nccor.org/tag/prevention/)
- [Prevention Research Expertise Survey](https://www.nccor.org/tag/prevention-research-expertise-survey/)
- [Preventive Medicine](https://www.nccor.org/tag/preventive-medicine/)
- [price](https://www.nccor.org/tag/price/)
- [price difference](https://www.nccor.org/tag/price-difference/)
- [priority areas](https://www.nccor.org/tag/priority-areas/)
- [PRIWG](https://www.nccor.org/tag/priwg/)
- [processed foods](https://www.nccor.org/tag/processed-foods/)
- [professional chef](https://www.nccor.org/tag/professional-chef/)
- [progress](https://www.nccor.org/tag/progress/)
- [proposal](https://www.nccor.org/tag/proposal/)
- [providers](https://www.nccor.org/tag/providers/)
- [puberty](https://www.nccor.org/tag/puberty/)
- [public comment](https://www.nccor.org/tag/public-comment/)
- [public health](https://www.nccor.org/tag/public-health/)
- [public health funding](https://www.nccor.org/tag/public-health-funding/)
- [public policy](https://www.nccor.org/tag/public-policy/)
- [public support](https://www.nccor.org/tag/public-support/)
- [public transportation](https://www.nccor.org/tag/public-transportation/)
- [publication](https://www.nccor.org/tag/publication/)
- [Q&A](https://www.nccor.org/tag/qa/)
- [quasi-experimental design](https://www.nccor.org/tag/quasi-experimental-design/)
- [quitting](https://www.nccor.org/tag/quitting/)
- [rapid response](https://www.nccor.org/tag/rapid-response/)
- [RE-AIM](https://www.nccor.org/tag/re-aim/)
- [reading](https://www.nccor.org/tag/reading/)
- [real estate](https://www.nccor.org/tag/real-estate/)
- [recess](https://www.nccor.org/tag/recess/)
- [recommendations](https://www.nccor.org/tag/recommendations/)
- [Redstone Center](https://www.nccor.org/tag/redstone-center/)
- [regulation](https://www.nccor.org/tag/regulation/)
- [regulations](https://www.nccor.org/tag/regulations/)
- [repeated courses](https://www.nccor.org/tag/repeated-courses/)
- [report](https://www.nccor.org/tag/report/)
- [request for award](https://www.nccor.org/tag/request-for-award/)
- [research](https://www.nccor.org/tag/research-2/)
- [research briefs](https://www.nccor.org/tag/research-briefs/)
- [Research Gate](https://www.nccor.org/tag/research-gate/)
- [research study](https://www.nccor.org/tag/research-study/)
- [research tools](https://www.nccor.org/tag/research-tools/)
- [research translation](https://www.nccor.org/tag/research-translation/)
- [researchers](https://www.nccor.org/tag/researchers/)
- [resource](https://www.nccor.org/tag/resource/)
- [resources](https://www.nccor.org/tag/resources/)
- [restaurant](https://www.nccor.org/tag/restaurant/)
- [restaurant meals](https://www.nccor.org/tag/restaurant-meals/)
- [restaurants](https://www.nccor.org/tag/restaurants/)
- [retail environment](https://www.nccor.org/tag/retail-environment/)
- [risk](https://www.nccor.org/tag/risk/)
- [Robert Wood Johnson Foundation](https://www.nccor.org/tag/robert-wood-johnson-foundation/)
- [role models](https://www.nccor.org/tag/role-models/)
- [roundtable](https://www.nccor.org/tag/roundtable/)
- [Rudd Center](https://www.nccor.org/tag/rudd-center/)
- [rules](https://www.nccor.org/tag/rules/)
- [rural](https://www.nccor.org/tag/rural/)
- [rural areas](https://www.nccor.org/tag/rural-areas/)
- [Russell Pate](https://www.nccor.org/tag/russell-pate/)
- [RWJF](https://www.nccor.org/tag/rwjf/)
- [Safe Routes to School](https://www.nccor.org/tag/safe-routes-to-school/)
- [safety](https://www.nccor.org/tag/safety/)
- [salad bars](https://www.nccor.org/tag/salad-bars/)
- [salt](https://www.nccor.org/tag/salt/)
- [salt intake](https://www.nccor.org/tag/salt-intake/)
- [SaludableOmaha](https://www.nccor.org/tag/saludableomaha/)
- [SBM](https://www.nccor.org/tag/sbm/)
- [SBM2016](https://www.nccor.org/tag/sbm2016/)
- [school](https://www.nccor.org/tag/school/)
- [school age children](https://www.nccor.org/tag/school-age-children/)
- [school cafeteria](https://www.nccor.org/tag/school-cafeteria/)
- [School design](https://www.nccor.org/tag/school-design/)
- [school districts](https://www.nccor.org/tag/school-districts/)
- [school food system](https://www.nccor.org/tag/school-food-system/)
- [school garden](https://www.nccor.org/tag/school-garden/)
- [School Learning Network](https://www.nccor.org/tag/school-learning-network/)
- [school lunch](https://www.nccor.org/tag/school-lunch/)
- [school lunches](https://www.nccor.org/tag/school-lunches/)
- [school meals](https://www.nccor.org/tag/school-meals/)
- [school nutrition](https://www.nccor.org/tag/school-nutrition/)
- [school nutrition standards](https://www.nccor.org/tag/school-nutrition-standards/)
- [school performance](https://www.nccor.org/tag/school-performance/)
- [school policies](https://www.nccor.org/tag/school-policies/)
- [School Policies and Practices to Improve Health and Prevent Obesity: National Secondary School Results](https://www.nccor.org/tag/school-policies-and-practices-to-improve-health-and-prevent-obesity-national-secondary-school-results/)
- [school policy](https://www.nccor.org/tag/school-policy/)
- [school snacks](https://www.nccor.org/tag/school-snacks/)
- [school-based nutrition programs](https://www.nccor.org/tag/school-based-nutrition-programs/)
- [schools](https://www.nccor.org/tag/schools/)
- [screen time](https://www.nccor.org/tag/screen-time/)
- [SDBP](https://www.nccor.org/tag/sdbp/)
- [SEC](https://www.nccor.org/tag/sec/)
- [secondary schools](https://www.nccor.org/tag/secondary-schools/)
- [self-esteem](https://www.nccor.org/tag/self-esteem/)
- [self-help coaching](https://www.nccor.org/tag/self-help-coaching/)
- [self-regulation](https://www.nccor.org/tag/self-regulation/)
- [self-report instrument](https://www.nccor.org/tag/self-report-instrument/)
- [seminar](https://www.nccor.org/tag/seminar/)
- [serious health condition](https://www.nccor.org/tag/serious-health-condition/)
- [serving size](https://www.nccor.org/tag/serving-size/)
- [Sesame Street](https://www.nccor.org/tag/sesame-street/)
- [severe obesity](https://www.nccor.org/tag/severe-obesity/)
- [shape](https://www.nccor.org/tag/shape/)
- [Shiriki Kumanyika](https://www.nccor.org/tag/shiriki-kumanyika/)
- [shopping cart](https://www.nccor.org/tag/shopping-cart/)
- [sibling obesity](https://www.nccor.org/tag/sibling-obesity/)
- [siblings](https://www.nccor.org/tag/siblings/)
- [Signs of Progress](https://www.nccor.org/tag/signs-of-progress/)
- [sitting](https://www.nccor.org/tag/sitting/)
- [skim milk](https://www.nccor.org/tag/skim-milk/)
- [sleep](https://www.nccor.org/tag/sleep/)
- [sleep duration](https://www.nccor.org/tag/sleep-duration/)
- [smart growth](https://www.nccor.org/tag/smart-growth/)
- [Smart Snacks](https://www.nccor.org/tag/smart-snacks/)
- [Smart Snacks in School](https://www.nccor.org/tag/smart-snacks-in-school/)
- [Smart Snacks in School program](https://www.nccor.org/tag/smart-snacks-in-school-program/)
- [smoking](https://www.nccor.org/tag/smoking/)
- [snack consumption](https://www.nccor.org/tag/snack-consumption/)
- [snacks](https://www.nccor.org/tag/snacks/)
- [SNAP](https://www.nccor.org/tag/snap/)
- [SNAP-Ed](https://www.nccor.org/tag/snap-ed/)
- [social influence](https://www.nccor.org/tag/social-influence/)
- [social influences](https://www.nccor.org/tag/social-influences/)
- [social math](https://www.nccor.org/tag/social-math/)
- [social media](https://www.nccor.org/tag/social-media/)
- [social network](https://www.nccor.org/tag/social-network/)
- [social networks](https://www.nccor.org/tag/social-networks/)
- [Society for Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics](https://www.nccor.org/tag/society-for-developmental-and-behavioral-pediatrics/)
- [Society of Behavioral Medicine](https://www.nccor.org/tag/society-of-behavioral-medicine/)
- [socioeconomic status](https://www.nccor.org/tag/socioeconomic-status/)
- [soda](https://www.nccor.org/tag/soda/)
- [soda tax](https://www.nccor.org/tag/soda-tax/)
- [soda taxes](https://www.nccor.org/tag/soda-taxes/)
- [sodium](https://www.nccor.org/tag/sodium/)
- [solutions](https://www.nccor.org/tag/solutions/)
- [Sortable Stats](https://www.nccor.org/tag/sortable-stats/)
- [Spanish](https://www.nccor.org/tag/spanish/)
- [specialty crops](https://www.nccor.org/tag/specialty-crops/)
- [sports drinks](https://www.nccor.org/tag/sports-drinks/)
- [sports teams](https://www.nccor.org/tag/sports-teams/)
- [sprawl](https://www.nccor.org/tag/sprawl/)
- [standards](https://www.nccor.org/tag/standards/)
- [startups](https://www.nccor.org/tag/startups/)
- [state](https://www.nccor.org/tag/state/)
- [state laws](https://www.nccor.org/tag/state-laws/)
- [states](https://www.nccor.org/tag/states/)
- [Steven Gortmaker](https://www.nccor.org/tag/steven-gortmaker/)
- [STOP Obesity Alliance](https://www.nccor.org/tag/stop-obesity-alliance/)
- [strategic alliance](https://www.nccor.org/tag/strategic-alliance/)
- [strategic plan](https://www.nccor.org/tag/strategic-plan/)
- [strategic planning](https://www.nccor.org/tag/strategic-planning/)
- [strategies](https://www.nccor.org/tag/strategies/)
- [strength training](https://www.nccor.org/tag/strength-training/)
- [stress](https://www.nccor.org/tag/stress/)
- [stress levels](https://www.nccor.org/tag/stress-levels/)
- [stroke](https://www.nccor.org/tag/stroke/)
- [student wellness](https://www.nccor.org/tag/student-wellness/)
- [study](https://www.nccor.org/tag/study/)
- [study design](https://www.nccor.org/tag/study-design/)
- [subcategory of obesity](https://www.nccor.org/tag/subcategory-of-obesity/)
- [Subway](https://www.nccor.org/tag/subway/)
- [sugar](https://www.nccor.org/tag/sugar/)
- [sugar consumption](https://www.nccor.org/tag/sugar-consumption/)
- [sugar intake](https://www.nccor.org/tag/sugar-intake/)
- [sugar-sweetened beverages](https://www.nccor.org/tag/sugar-sweetened-beverages/)
- [sugary beverages](https://www.nccor.org/tag/sugary-beverages/)
- [sugary cereals](https://www.nccor.org/tag/sugary-cereals/)
- [sugary drinks](https://www.nccor.org/tag/sugary-drinks/)
- [summit](https://www.nccor.org/tag/summit/)
- [Sumner M Redstone Global Center for Prevention and Wellness](https://www.nccor.org/tag/sumner-m-redstone-global-center-for-prevention-and-wellness/)
- [Sun](https://www.nccor.org/tag/sun/)
- [supermarket](https://www.nccor.org/tag/supermarket/)
- [supermarkets](https://www.nccor.org/tag/supermarkets/)
- [Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program](https://www.nccor.org/tag/supplemental-nutrition-assistance-program/)
- [support](https://www.nccor.org/tag/support/)
- [Surgeon General](https://www.nccor.org/tag/surgeon-general/)
- [surveillance](https://www.nccor.org/tag/surveillance/)
- [surveillance systems](https://www.nccor.org/tag/surveillance-systems/)
- [survey](https://www.nccor.org/tag/survey/)
- [sweet taste](https://www.nccor.org/tag/sweet-taste/)

## NCCOR Resources

- [Research Articles](https://www.nccor.org/all_nccor_resources/nccor-ra/)
- [NCCOR Publications](https://www.nccor.org/all_nccor_resources/nccor-ip/)

## Individual Publication Types

- [Annual Report](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-ip-type/ip-annual-reports/)
- [Graphic](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-ip-type/ip-infographics/)
- [Case Study](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-ip-type/ip-case-studies/)
- [Tools](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-ip-type/ip-nccor-tools/)
- [Executive Summary](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-ip-type/executive-summary/)
- [White Paper](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-ip-type/white-paper/)
- [Factsheet](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-ip-type/factsheet/)
- [Report](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-ip-type/report/)
- [Slides](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-ip-type/slides/)
- [Spanish Language Resource](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-ip-type/spanish/)
- [Chinese Language Resource](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-ip-type/chinese/)
- [Scientific Poster](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-ip-type/scientific-poster/)
- [Learning Guides](https://www.nccor.org/nccor-ip-type/learningguides/)

## Webinar Types

- [Past Webinars](https://www.nccor.org/webinar_type/w-past/)

## Project Statuses

- [Current](https://www.nccor.org/proj_status/current_proj/)
- [Past](https://www.nccor.org/proj_status/past_proj/)

## Newsletter Types

- [NCCOR](https://www.nccor.org/enews-type/nccor-nl/)
- [Student](https://www.nccor.org/enews-type/student-nl/)

## Resource Categories

- [General NCCOR](https://www.nccor.org/res_categories/gen_nccor_rc/)
- [NCCOR Published Research](https://www.nccor.org/res_categories/pub_research_rc/)
- [NCCOR Events](https://www.nccor.org/res_categories/nccor-events-rc/)
- [NCCOR Student Hub](https://www.nccor.org/res_categories/stud-hub-rc/)
- [Create Thriving, Activity Friendly Communities](https://www.nccor.org/res_categories/ctaafc-rc/)
- [A Guide for Assessing Childhood Obesity](https://www.nccor.org/res_categories/guide-child-obs-rc/)
- [A Toolkit for Evaluating Childhood Health Weight Programs](https://www.nccor.org/res_categories/toolkit-child-wght-rc/)
- [Measures Registry Resource Suite](https://www.nccor.org/res_categories/mrrs-rc/)
- [Youth Compendium of Physical Activities](https://www.nccor.org/res_categories/youth-comp-pa-rc/)
- [Catalogue of Surveillance Systems](https://www.nccor.org/res_categories/cat-ss-rc/)
- [Childhood Obesity Evidence Base (COEB)](https://www.nccor.org/res_categories/coeb-rc/)
- [Measures for Children at High Risk for Obesity](https://www.nccor.org/res_categories/mchro-rc/)
- [Other](https://www.nccor.org/res_categories/other-rc/)
- [Nutrition](https://www.nccor.org/res_categories/ip-cat-nutrition/)
- [Physical Activity](https://www.nccor.org/res_categories/ip-cat-physical-activity/)
- [NCCOR Tools](https://www.nccor.org/res_categories/nccor-tool/)
- [Measurement and Methodology](https://www.nccor.org/res_categories/measurement/)
- [Childhood Obesity](https://www.nccor.org/res_categories/childhood-obesity/)
- [Lessons Learned from Global Efforts](https://www.nccor.org/res_categories/lessons-learned-from-global-efforts/)
- [Impact of COVID-19](https://www.nccor.org/res_categories/impact-of-covid-19/)
- [Built Environment](https://www.nccor.org/res_categories/built-environment/)
- [Implementation Science](https://www.nccor.org/res_categories/implementation-science/)
- [OPUS](https://www.nccor.org/res_categories/opus/)
- [Student/Professor Resources](https://www.nccor.org/res_categories/student-professor-resources/)
- [Implementation Scorecard: A Decision-Making Companion](https://www.nccor.org/res_categories/implementation-scorecard-a-decision-making-companion/)

## Event Categories

- [Twitter Chat](https://www.nccor.org/calendar-events/category/twitter-chat/)
- [Conferences & Trainings](https://www.nccor.org/calendar-events/category/conferences-trainings/)
- [Webinar](https://www.nccor.org/calendar-events/category/webinar/)