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Global Study Finds Healthy Eating Got Pricier in the Pandemic

Global Study Finds Healthy Eating Got Pricier in the Pandemic

By now, most Americans have felt the effects of global crises on their grocery bills. Recent research published in the journal Nature Food has found this to be a worldwide phenomenon.
Hamsa Ganapathi Selected as John Robert Lewis Fellow

Hamsa Ganapathi Selected as John Robert Lewis Fellow

Hamsa Ganapathi, MS, (N22), a former student in the Agriculture, Food and Environment program at the Friedman School, has been selected as an FPI John Robert Lewis Fellow for 2022-2023.
Nutrition Scientist at Tufts University Busts Some Weight Loss Myths

Nutrition Scientist at Tufts University Busts Some Weight Loss Myths

Friedman School Dean Dariush Mozaffarian, MD, DrPH, spoke recently with news channel WCVB ABC-5 to explain how starches can sabotage weight loss plans. Watch Here
ASN 2022 - Nutrition Live Online

ASN 2022 - Nutrition Live Online

This year's ASN meeting is once again all-virtual. The Friedman School and the Jean Mayer Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging (JMHNRCA) are representing Tufts University with panels, posters, and plenty of awards for their outstanding work. We've pulled out some highlights for the week, but remember to check out the full schedule for all sessions and events.
Check Out Key Ingredients: A Friedman Alumni Podcast

Check Out Key Ingredients: A Friedman Alumni Podcast

Check out our podcast series featuring the voices and stories of Friedman School alumni. Key Ingredients: Food Science Insight will spotlight brief conversations with alumni of the Gerald J. and Dorothy R. Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy, detailing how they are making a real-world impact after their time at the Friedman School. Episodes will run about 25 minutes long and will be released each month during the Spring 2022 Semester.  
How Office Cafeterias Could Help Save on Health Care Spending

How Office Cafeterias Could Help Save on Health Care Spending

A new study from Friedman School researchers finds workplace cafeterias that follow Federal Food Service Guidelines can improve worker health and save millions in health care dollars
A Push for National Action on Nutrition

A Push for National Action on Nutrition

The bipartisan resolution stemmed from a push for national action on nutrition by Friedman School dean and partners
Dasha Agoulnik on the Risks and Rewards of Entrepreneurship

Dasha Agoulnik on the Risks and Rewards of Entrepreneurship

By Annie Young Dasha Agoulnik, MS, RD, is a dietitian and consultant on the move.
The War in Ukraine Is Escalating the Global Food Crisis

The War in Ukraine Is Escalating the Global Food Crisis

Now is the time to act. The Feinstein International Center’s Dan Maxwell describes who is suffering, how the war makes it worse, and how governments can help
Congratulations to our 2022 Honos Civicus Honorees

Congratulations to our 2022 Honos Civicus Honorees

The Friedman School continues to partner with The Jonathan M. Tisch College of Civic Life to recognize graduating Friedman School students for their civic engagement and community service.