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Nutrition Policy Institute News: Article

Study examines associations among participants in safety-net programs with government perceptions, welfare stigma, and discrimination

February 15, 2024

By Brianna Aguayo Villalon, Richard Pulvera, Wendi Gosliner

Safety net programs such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, known as SNAP nationally and CalFresh in California, and the Earned Income Tax Credit, commonly known as EITC, provides great benefits to families facing economic hardship and food insecurity.

Nutrition Policy Institute News: Article

Nutrition Policy Institute comments to the US Food and Drug Administration’s strategies to reduce added sugars consumption in the United States

February 13, 2024

By Danielle Lee, Brianna Aguayo Villalon

The excessive consumption of added sugars by Americans has surpassed the recommended levels outlined in the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, highlighting a pressing public health concern.

Nutrition Policy Institute News: Article

Nutrition Policy Institute expands social media presence to LinkedIn

February 1, 2024

By Danielle Lee

The Nutrition Policy Institute at the University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources is excited to announce the launch of our official LinkedIn Business Page.

Nutrition Policy Institute News: Article

New study suggests a need for the simplification of the student SNAP process

January 31, 2024

By Brianna Aguayo Villalon

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, known as SNAP nationally, and commonly known as CalFresh in California, gives approximately 3.3 million college students access to essential food assistance. However, an estimated 57% of SNAP-eligible students do not enroll.

Nutrition Policy Institute News: Article

NPI’s Wendi Gosliner interviewed for If I Could Change One Thing health policy podcast

January 30, 2024

By Danielle Lee

Wendi Gosliner from the Nutrition Policy Institute discussed efforts to enhance population health and nutrition, focusing on eliminating disparities and improving federal food programs in a recent If I Could Change One Thing health policy podcast episode.