Date Time Share Scientists kick off £6m project to investigate role food systems play in health of children and environment A new £6m study into food and health led by four UK universities has begun with the aim to create healthier future generations and a healthier planet. Researchers will look at healthy eating interventions in schools and nurseries, food retailing, food procurement and farming to address issues such as childhood obesity, sustainability in agriculture and global warming. The five-year research programme called ‘Transformations to Regenerative Food Systems (TReFS) will also look at how regenerative farming – which promotes biosystems health – can help achieve both healthier populations and environment in the future.