NEW PAPER OUT!! 🔥 Shows intensifying & coordinated lobbying by corporate interest groups to mobilize the US government against World Health Organization (WHO); includes a new coalition of ultra-processed food, baby formula, alcohol, pharma, chemicals & gaming industries #WHA79 blogs.shu.edu/ghg/files/2022…

🎉We are looking forward to #WorldScienceDayforPeaceandDevelopment Celebrated annually on November 10th, this international day encourages people from all walks of life to recognise the importance of science and how it can improve our world. #WorldScienceDay🌍⚡️💊💡💧🌿🍳📚

How should dietary guidance on reducing UPF consumption adapt to the reality that some UPFs contain beneficial nutrients like fiber, protein, and calcium—especially in countries where UPFs dominate and non-UPFs are costly? Our new JAHA paper explores this: ahajournals.org/doi/epub/10.11…

These are the reflections of our dedicated volunteer and nutritionist, Cynthia. Her experience is not unique; many Kenyans suffered the trauma of poorly prepared school meals. A dialogue focused on improving the quality of school meals is critical! #FoodJustice #Agroecology

Happening today! We are excited to host two flagship events highlighting the Center’s dedication to Evidence-Informed Decision-Making (EIDM) and innovation. ✅The Strategic Initiatives and Innovations (SII) Presentations, where we showcase cutting-edge ideas aimed at driving

Marion's blog recommended this book (free download) today, noting that it explains the resistance to the UPF concept not only from the food industry but also from some nutritionists. Marion is right (no surprise there)—it does. It's a must-read book! foodpolitics.com/2024/11/weeken…

‘By drawing on both life and social scientific paradigms, the NOVA system and the concept of UPF offer a framework that helps us remember that while individual foods may cause harm, so too can wider food systems.’ Jean Adams' must-read comment on Nova/UPF. journals.plos.org/plosmedicine/a…

A pleasure to speak last week with incredible colleagues on ultra-processed foods and what governments can do about this serious public health challenge. Drawing from our team's work, my talk focused on defining the problem, as largely a corporate and profit-driven one, and

In Nairobi’s vibrant informal settlements, RubenFM and the ARISE are rewriting the script on water, sanitation, hygiene, and solid waste management challenges. Through radio talk shows, sports tournaments, and street talks, they amplify voices, foster accountability, and

Nutrition International, an organization that delivers nutrition interventions for those in need in 60+ countries, set clear boundaries on interactions with the UPF industry and emphasized keeping nutrition policy and regulatory spaces free from COI. Who's next?

Contrary to claims often made by Nova critics, this study demonstrates that when a non-specific FFQ is used, "any potential misclassification related to the NOVA classification system has minimal, if any, impact on the interpretation of the results." mdpi.com/2072-6643/17/1…

Harvard's cohorts reveal that higher UPF consumption (Q5 vs Q1) is linked to lower chances of healthy aging (32%), maintaining cognitive function (11%), physical function (27%), and mental health (29%), living free of NCDs (15%), and surviving to 70y (17%) nature.com/articles/s4159…

Women and youth are the backbone of Africa’s agriculture, yet they face the biggest barriers: limited resources, exclusion from decisions, and the growing impact of climate change. How can we drive change? By empowering them to build stronger food systems, resilient communities,

Do you agree with this? h/t Dr. Vipul aggarwal

#IamAPHRC at #CIES2025 by CIES Margaret Nampijja will share insights from the Early Childhood Development(ECD) Integration Project, which explores existing services, gaps, and ways to strengthen full integration within Kenya’s health system. Using participatory

Transparency on what is contained in our food is another critical aspect of consumer empowerment that FOPWL addresses. This openness is essential in a market where many products are misleadingly marketed as healthy or low-calorie. -shorturl.at/32QZj #FoodPolicyKE #FOPWL

The East Africa Policy Dialogue has officially concluded after two days of engaging discussions. This first-of-its-kind event, co-hosted by Access to Nutrition Initiative (ATNi), #IamAPHRC, and Ministry of Health, featured great insights on effective food policies, country-specific

World Disco Soup Day: Event organized by slow food youth network in Nairobi. Wekesa says they are looking at how do we reimagine food waste #CitizenWeekend Olive Burrows

New study (Am J Prev Med) in 8 countries estimated that 3.9% (Colombia) to 13.7% (USA) of all premature deaths (ages 30-69 y) are due to UPF consumption—more than 100,000 deaths annually in the United States alone. sciencedirect.com/science/articl…

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