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Robert E. Anderson III

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PhD Nutrition @unc @unc_nutrition /M.S. Nutrition @ukydhn @ukygradschool /Elevate Yourself Podcast Host /Exercise & Endurance Enthusiast

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FDOC 2026!

#letsgo #unc #goheels taken in University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill by @robeanderson3

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Summer ‘26. by @robeanderson3

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ASN 2026 did not disappoint 👏
It was a treat to share some of the research our team has been working on @unc_nutrition @uncresearch over the past year and to join leaders in the field discussing the next generation of Food is Medicine trials.

An added highlight was being named runner-up in the Food is Medicine Emerging Leaders in Nutrition Science competition.

Looking forward to seeing everyone at @americansocietyfornutrition ASN 2027 in Las Vegas 🎲!

#foodismedicine #unc #uncresearch #uncnutrition #asn2026 by @robeanderson3

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New paper from our PAPREN team just published in The Journal of Rural Health.

This project helped shape many of the questions that eventually became part of my dissertation research.

Our findings suggest that individuals experiencing food insecurity report more transportation walking, and that this relationship is remarkably consistent across rural and urban communities and across regions of the United States.

Proud to share this work with an outstanding group of mentors, collaborators, and friends.

Link in bio.

#PublicHealth #FoodSecurity #PhysicalActivity #RuralHealth #NutritionResearch by @robeanderson3

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A big thank you to the @uncpublichealth and @unc_nutrition for the recent highlight.

Looking forward to sharing additional findings from the Healthy Food First clinical trial at @americansocietyfornutrition NUTRITION 2026 and continuing the conversation about how Food is Medicine and Exercise is Medicine can work together to improve health.

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#nutrition2026 #asn2026 #foodismedicine #exerciseismedicine #unc by @robeanderson3

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Graduation last week—with my people. An honor to be one of 981 to receive a doctoral degree from the oldest public university in the country. 🇺🇸

“Because they love you with a grace you will spend most of your life trying to deserve, will rarely demand your time. They’ll tell you they understand, and they’ll mean it. Do not take them up on it. Call your people.

The A string is not a holiday string. It’s an everyday string. Protect it.”
— Eric Church, 2026 Commencement Address 🩵 by @robeanderson3

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There is a Doctor in the family!
Presenting Dr. Anderson 🎓

Celebrating all of Rob’s hard work, dedication, and discipline over the last 4 years at UNC. Proud sister is an understatement. 🥹❤️ by @robeanderson3

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Spring 2021: my first visit to @uncchapelhill during the first year of my @ukydhn masters.
I remember thinking, if @uncpublichealth would admit me, and I stayed the course, I could have my PhD in spring 2026.

Spring 2026: defended ✔️

Thank you to everyone who’s cheered me on throughout this journey and to those who were there in person and online. Especially @rgd868890 & @deyejohn ❤️

The 2021 version of me had no idea what the future held. Still in awe of the opportunities these past four years 🙏 @unc_nutrition @unc_gradschool 🩵 taken in University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill by @robeanderson3

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Fall Semester Photo Dump 🍂📸
From 3MT to mountaintop vows, alumni reunions to writing breakthroughs, family joy to race-day kicks 👊. Grateful for all the @unc_gradschool support and opportunities for growth.
The Journey is STILL better than the Inn 😊.

#FallSemester #3MT #PhDJourney #gradlife #RunnersOfInstagram #fullheart #fridaynightlights #whatsnext #handsoftime taken in University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill by @robeanderson3

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Proud to share results from the Healthy Food First trial, a first-of-its-kind clinical study, published in JAMA Internal Medicine. @jamanetwork

Our findings offer compelling evidence that empowering people to choose the nutritious foods they want can drive meaningful improvements in health outcomes, helping more North Carolina families take steps toward healthier lifestyles.

Grateful to have had the opportunity to be part of this team during my doctoral journey. @uncchapelhill @uncpublichealth @unc_gradschool

*Paper is open access for all to read → https://go.unc.edu/HFFJama

#FoodIsMedicine #PublicHealth #UNCHealth #BlueCrossNC #NutritionResearch #FoodSecurity #JAMAInternalMedicine by @robeanderson3

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Disposable camera 📸 summer snapshots before the season turns.

From Carolina backroads to the Colorado peaks, Kentucky roots to ATL rooftops.
Relearned how to “relax for a delicate few” with old friends, family, hometown races, arcade runs, mountain concerts, and celebrations of life.

Four fingers up. Final quarter of the PhD begins.

#whatsnext #takethestairs #SouthernSummer #RunnersOfInstagram #OnTheMove
#phdjourney #ThisIsThirtySomething #exercisescience #boyishgrin #menshealth by @robeanderson3

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A few days ago, we celebrated the life of my Granddad — Dr. Samuel Dale Gray.
A true Renaissance man — Chiropractor. Teacher. Coach. Artist. Veteran.
92 full years of a life well lived — he leaves behind a legacy that will continue to ripple kindness, curiosity, and joy.

His lessons shaped how I see and engage with the world — guiding how I lead, serve, and mentor others.

I had the honor of delivering his eulogy on Saturday.
Following encouragement, and inspired by his love of storytelling and documentation, I’ve published it on @substack
You can read the full tribute via the Linktree in my bio. 💚

#LifeWellLived
#Granddad
#LessonsForLife
#Leadership
#PositiveThinking
#Eulogy
#SubstackWriters
#RenaissanceMan
#docgray by @robeanderson3

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