January 2008

1/22/08 - Associated Press
Study Looks at Why Poor Kids are Heavy
Researchers at Iowa State University look at the issues contributing to the disproportionate number of children from low income households who are overweight.

1/18/08 - CNN News
Eating Disorder Clues
Doctors examine the link between shy eating behavior and obesity in children, and the relationship to future eating disorders.

01/17/08 - Reuters
Portion Control at School Controls Calories
A study published in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association showed that limiting portion sizes of unhealthy cafeteria snack items during lunch could cut middle schoolers’ caloric intake.

01/16/08 - MSNBC
Does Parenting Style Contribute to Obesity?
Experts discuss a study which found that overly authoritative and overly permissive parenting styles have a higher correlation with raising obese children.

01/16/08 - RWJF News Digest
Farmers’ Market Vouchers Boost Produce Consumption
A study in January’s American Journal of Public Health suggests that participants in federal Women, Infants and Children (WIC) programs consume more fruits and vegetables when they shop at farmers' markets rather than grocery stores.