In this episode  of the Visible Voices podcast, I speak with nutrition expert Dr. Jen Cadenhead about the critical distinction between food security and nutrition security.

The discussion centers on the transformative approaches New York City has implemented in their school lunch programs and why school meals often provide the healthiest options for many children.

Jen Cadenhead PhD is Research Assistant Professor and Executive Director, Laurie M. Tisch Center for Food, Education & Policy at Columbia University. She is a leading researcher in nutrition science, with particular expertise in how dietary patterns affect health outcomes among cancer survivors. Her advocacy work focuses on improving nutrition education and food quality in public institutions, especially schools.

Jen shares insights from her research on diet's impact on health outcomes, particularly among cancer survivors, and makes a passionate case for policy changes and educational initiatives that can create healthier food environments in schools and communities.

Key takeaways

• Nutrition security extends beyond mere access to food, focusing on nutritional quality and health outcomes

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