In the Media
Journalists play a critical role in our ability to share research findings with the public and policymakers. Recent media articles are listed below.
Erika Taught Me Episode 63: What The Food Companies Don’t Want Us To Know
Dr. Marie Bragg was a featured guest on an episode of the Erika Taught Me podcast in December 2023. They discussed the marketing practices utilized by food companies, targeted marketing in social media campaigns and the impact that endorsement marketing has on consumers.
Women in Science
Dr. Bragg was featured on an esteemed panel of women in science on Doctor Radio Sirius XM.
“Kidfluencers’ are Targeting Your Children With Junk Food Ads
Dr. Bragg’s research on kid influencers’ promotion of unhealthful food and beverages to children was featured on KPRC 2 news.
AAP Pediatrics on Call Episode 27 : The Power of YouTube Influencers
Dr. Bragg discussed the impact of unhealthy food product placement in kid influencer YouTube videos on the AAP Pediatrics podcast.
Are Sports Organizations Playing A Role In America’s Obesity Problem?
A new study shows how sports leagues like the NFL fan the childhood obesity epidemic.
Legislate Sodas Out of Combo Meals
Decoupling sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) from kid-sized combo meals is a small change on both the policy and industry side that can have a meaningful effect on childhood obesity.
Creative Minds: Do Celebrity Endorsements Influence Teens’ Health?
Dr. Bragg research on the influence of popular culture and celebrity endorsements on teens’ eating habits was featured on the NIH Director’s blog.
Food Secrets Revealed: New Technology Shows You What’s Inside Produce
Dr. Marie Bragg was interviewed by CBS This Morning for a segment. Dr. Bragg commented on new technology that will show us exactly what is in the foods we eat.
This Is How Much Celebrities Get Paid To Endorse Soda And Unhealthy Food
Dr. Bragg discussed celebrity endorsement of unhealthy food and beverage products on National Public Radio.
McDonald’s Calorie Counts, NYC Big Soda Ban
Will posting calorie counts and banning large sodas put a dent in the war on fat?