I have focused my research on the identification of modifiable influences of healthful eating and physical activity toward health promotion and chronic disease prevention.
My research expertise lies in youth health behavior change toward the primary prevention of cancer. The focus of my research is on the identification of modifiable influences of healthful eating, physical activity, (not) smoking, and sun protection among youth.
Areas of Specialization:
- Childhood obesity prevention
- Physical activity & healthful eating
- Settings-based health promotion
Research: Food, Nutrition, Dietetics & Health – Studies youth cancer-preventive health behavior change
