Lyndi Buckingham-Schutt, PhD

I am a public health nutrition researcher specializing in nutrition policy, systems approaches, and applied health behavior interventions to improve nutrition security and prevent diet-related chronic conditions. My work focuses on improving food and nutrition systems through evidence-based interventions and Individual + Policy, Systems, and Environmental (I+PSE) approaches. Specifically, I am interested in leveraging food-as-medicine strategies and sustainable behavior change to prevent and treat diet-related chronic conditions.

My research examines innovative strategies to increase awareness, knowledge, and adoption of health-promoting behaviors at the individual level, while improving population-level health outcomes and reducing chronic disease. I emphasize implementation and evaluation to ensure sustainability of programs and policies that advance nutrition security.

I approach my work using the I+PSE Framework for Action, which guides both my research and extension efforts: (1) assess determinants of health; (2) formulate and implement solutions; and (3) evaluate impacts.

Outside of Iowa State, I spend most of my time with my family, usually chasing after my small children, enjoying the outdoors, or sneaking in a run. I have a passion for cooking and baking, and an equal love for vegetables, peanut butter, and chocolate… because in my world, it’s all about balance.