Public Health

FDA 101: FDA Prioritizes Nutrition Initiatives to Help Shape a Healthier Future for America

With a century of evolution and legislative backing, the FDA works to safeguard the food supply, empower consumers with accurate labeling, and propel science-backed policies.

Transforming Health with Food as Medicine in New York City

CHALK’s training program helps pediatric residents better understand social determinants of health and the importance of interdisciplinary intervention.

Revolutionizing Agrifood Systems: A Blueprint for a Sustainable Future

Read this new report to learn about the vital role of agrifood systems in addressing climate challenges and promoting prosperity.

The Charlie Cart Project Brings Kitchens on Wheels to Empower Kids Nationwide

The Charlie Cart Project is transforming food education in 47 states with hands-on programming and portable kitchens.

Join Us on June 20th for a Summit on Advancing Food Is Medicine Approaches

Join us on June 20th for the extraordinary Food Tank Summit in Boston, where we’re advancing the transformative concept of food as medicine.

New York City Commits to 33 Percent Reduction in Food-Based Emissions by 2030 to Combat Climate Change

New York City Mayor’s Office of Food Policy announced the city’s commitment to reducing food-based emissions by 33 percent by 2030.

New ‘Spray-On Wrapper’ Offers Plastic-Free Food Packaging Alternative

Scientists at Rutgers and Harvard University have developed a spray-on, biodegradable food wrapper to address environmental pollution and food waste.

EAT-Lancet 2.0 Commission Revises Guidance for Healthy, Diverse Diets, and Sustainable Food Systems

The EAT-Lancet 2.0 Commission held a press conference to update the public on their forthcoming report, which will include goals for healthy diets and sustainable food systems.

UK Investor Coalition Calls for Stricter Food Industry Standards

The Investor Coalition on UK Food Policy wants the UK government to take a stronger stance on health and sustainability efforts in the food industry.

Chipotle United Fights for Restaurant Workers’ Rights

In Augusta, Maine, fast-food restaurant employees are unionizing for better pay, adequate training, and sanitary work conditions for their crew and community.

Can Food-Related Trade and Fiscal Policies Address Obesity?

A recent IFPRI analysis stresses the importance of combining public health policy with trade and fiscal policy reforms to address obesity.

Ripping Out the Safety Net? How Soon-To-Expire COVID Relief Measures Will Affect College Hunger

When the COVID-19 public health emergency ends July 15, 2022, millions of U.S. college students will lose crucial food assistance programs like SNAP.

How Health Care Providers Can Use Food To Treat Disease

A growing evidence base supports that healthy diets can fight inflammation and reduce susceptibility to diet-related diseases.

22 Global Medical Professionals Practicing Food as Medicine

As medical professionals recognize the tangible benefits of making food an integral part of preventing and fighting disease, Food Tank highlights 22 health professionals advancing the concept of food as medicine around the world.

Rockefeller Foundation Commits $105M to New Good Food Strategy

The Strategy marks the Foundation’s largest commitment to nutrition in its 109-year history.

Food Tank’s Spring 2022 Book List

Food Tank is rounding up 20 titles that celebrate ancestral farming practices, document the importance of marine ecosystems, introduce readers to new recipes, and more.

Organizations Providing Food Relief in Ukraine

Organizations like CARE, IRC, and World Central Kitchen are on the ground, providing food to Ukrainians affected by violence.

Honoring the Life and Legacy of Paul Farmer

Dr. Paul Farmer, an award-winning infectious disease doctor, anthropologist, co-founder of Partners in Health (PIH), and author of 12 books died at age 62 on February 21, 2022. Farmer was a global health champion and he dedicated his career to…

Report Reveals Need for Prioritizing Nutritious Food Donations

A recent report from the Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) finds that no federal policies and few state policies affecting food bank donations currently prioritize nutrition.

Labels Unwrapped: A New Interactive Site Helping Consumers Digest Their Food Labels

The website allows consumers to practice reading food labels and make more informed decision in the supermarket.

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