Nutrition Faculty

A Wegovy Pill Was Just Approved. Your 5 Top Questions, Answered

Tyler Mason, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor in the Department of Nutrition and Food Studies and Director of the Biobehavioral Research on Eating and Appetite Dysregulation (BREAD) lab.

Don’t cheer the end of America’s obesity crisis just yet.

The letter highlights research by Raedeh Basiri on the role of continuous glucose monitoring in reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes, enhancing individualized nutrition therapy for diabetes care, and contributing to recommendations for national health policy.

Cheskin, a George Mason Distinguished University Professor, has devoted his career to the research, treatment, and advocacy of obesity prevention and treatment.

Obesity Statistics and Facts In 2025

Clear protein vs. Whey: Which is better for weight loss, digestion and muscle building?

Glycemic status and macronutrient intake as predictors of sleep outcomes: An analysis of NHANES 2007-2020 data

Dietary behavior expert at George Mason University answers questions about the pros and cons of whole milk in light of new U.S. dietary guidelines.

Updated food reactivity tool explains why we eat what we see.