Browsing by Author "Chriqui, Jamie F."
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Item Local School Wellness Policies: How Are Schools Implementing the Congressional Mandate?(Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, 2009-06) Belansky, Elaine; Chriqui, Jamie F.; Schwartz, Marlene B.Summarizes research on school policies to reduce childhood obesity, with a focus on their quality, evaluation, and funding; nutritional standards and nutrition education requirements; and physical education requirements. Identifies remaining challenges.Item Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Taxes and Public Health(Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, 2009-07) Chaloupka, Frank J.; Powell, Lisa M.; Chriqui, Jamie F.Outlines research linking consumption of sodas and other sugar-sweetened drinks with obesity and type 2 diabetes. Explores the effectiveness of taxing such beverages to generate revenue, reduce consumption among at-risk groups, and promote public health.