Evidence Reviews
Review the evidence on policies for obesity and chronic disease prevention:
Taxing Sugar-Sweetened Drinks
The influence of taxing sugar-sweetened beverages on consumption and body weight.
Healthy Food and Beverages in Public Facilities
The impact of healthy food procurement policies / programs and nutrition standards on sales, intake and availability of healthier food and body weight status.
School Food
The influence of school food policies on fruit and vegetable intake and body weight.
School Physical Activity
The impact of school physical activity related policies and interventions on student physical activity levels, sedentary behaviours, and body weight outcomes.
Economic Incentives
The impact of economic incentives on the sale and consumption of healthier foods, as well as BMI or body weight outcomes.
Childcare Physical Activity and Nutrition
The impact of physical activity and nutrition policies and interventions in childcare and preschool settings.
Front-of-Package, Shelf, and Menu Labelling for Obesity and Chronic Disease Prevention
The impact of Front-of-Package, Shelf, and Menu Labelling for obesity and chronic disease prevention.
Promotion of Physical Activity in Non-Urban Settings
While there is growing evidence on how to promote physical activity in urban environments, opportunities and challenges for rural, remote, and northern communities are unique and infrequently examined.
Community Gardens and Local Food Procurement
The impact of community gardens and local food procurement programs on healthy eating and physical activity.
