Ashley Gearhardt

Ashley Gearhardt

researcher United States

Ashley Gearhardt is an esteemed addiction researcher at the University of Michigan, known for her pioneering work on the addictive properties of ultraprocessed foods. Her research has contributed significantly to the growing body of evidence suggesting that these foods may engage the same brain pathways as addictive substances, a concept she bravely advocated for despite initial backlash from her peers. Her recent involvement in discussions about the implications of ultraprocessed foods in relation to obesity and overeating has made her a prominent figure in the ongoing debate about dietary habits and public health.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
88,047
Power
626$
Sentiment
6.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Brazil 1 6.00 0.04% +0% 211,049,527 88,047 $1,500,000 626$
Totals 1 211,049,527 88,047 $1,500,000 626$
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United States United States: Ashley Gearhardt, an addiction researcher at the University of Michigan, described being heckled onstage at a scientific conference in 2017. 6

The New York Times: Are Ultraprocessed Foods Addictive? - The New York Times