Capitol Hill Luncheon: The Power and Peril of Food

On Wednesday, July 29th, we invite you to join the Food is Medicine Institute at the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University and Food Tank on Capitol Hill for a timely luncheon conversation on "The Power and Peril of Food," including the latest science on nutrition's relationship with mood, memory, metabolism, fertility, and longevity.

As emerging research continues to transform our understanding of nutrition, scientists are uncovering powerful connections between food and nearly every aspect of human health from fertility to healthy aging. At the same time, rising rates of chronic disease, nutrition insecurity, and diet-related illness underscore the urgent need for evidence-based solutions and informed policymaking. Speakers will discuss the importance of robust funding for nutrition science to continue advancing the research needed to inform understanding and policy actions.

This bipartisan gathering will feature top scientists, health practitioners, and policymakers. You are invited to join us for a delicious lunch and important conversations.

Details
Capitol Hill Luncheon
The Power and Peril of Food: The Latest Science on Your Mood, Memory, Metabolism, Fertility, and Longevity
Wednesday, July 29, 2026

Doors at 11:30 AM. Program 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM ET

Dirksen Senate Office Building, Room 106, 50 Constitution Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002

Confirmed Speakers Include:

• Jan Ellison Baszucki, Founder, Metabolic Mind
• Ashley Gearhardt, Professor of Psychology, Clinical Science, University of Michigan
• Calley Means, Senior Advisor, United States Department of Health and Human Services
• Dariush Mozaffarian, Director, Food is Medicine Institute
• Danielle Nierenberg, President, Food Tank

Many more to be announced soon!

Note this event will also be available via livestream at FoodTank.com