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Child Nutrition Blog from FRAC

Tue, 27 May 2008 17:07:25 -0500

Check out this blog from the nonprofit Food Research and Action Center (FRAC) for the latest happenings in child nutrition, with easy-to-digest writing about policies, research and what we can all do to help kids eat and live more healthily in and out of school.

Stir It Up Campaign for Healthier Food in Schools

Tue, 28 Feb 2006 07:33:42 -0600

Parents work hard to give kids healthy food at home; now they are fighting to get junk food out of schools.

The Weight-Control Information Network

Tue, 10 Jan 2006 09:42:24 -0600

This network is an information service of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Disease (NIDDK). This website provides parents with information on how to help their overweight c

Tips for Using the Food Guide Pyramid for Young Children 2 to 6 Years Old

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 09:05:45 -0500

This site can help parents teach their young children what to eat to grow and stay healthy.

Steps to a Healthier You

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 09:06:16 -0500

The US Department of Agriculture's MyPyramid Plan provides choices for foods and amounts that are right for you. The website will help you make smart choices from every food group; find your balance between food and physical activity; and get the most out of your calories.

Healthy Eating Tips: Healthy Children, Healthy Choices

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 08:57:54 -0500

This website provides information and strategies for parents about buying healthy groceries and serving nutritious food to their growing children.

Healthy Eating Tips: Home

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 08:51:43 -0500

Along with good nutrition, a healthy lifestyle should also include regular physical activity, not smoking, and stress management. This weblink emphasizes healthy food choices for eating at home, work or school.

Childhood Obesity

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 08:46:23 -0500

The American Obesity Association provides information on the prevention of childhood obesity and links to additional resources for parents and educators.

WE CAN! Ways to Enhance Children's Activity and Nutrition

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 08:47:17 -0500

This is a national program designed as a one-stop resource for parents and caregivers interested in practical tools to help children 8-13 years old stay at a healthy weight. Tips and fun activities f

Shape Up America: Parent's Guide to the Overweight Child

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 08:42:27 -0500

The purpose of this Parent's Guide is to explain how overweight is assessed in adults and children. It discusses some of the essential components of successful approaches to weight management in children.

Food, Family and Fun

Wed, 09 Jul 2008 16:51:20 -0500

This US Department of Agriculture web resource (and public Parent's Guide to Healthy Eating and Physical Activity) addresses the issue of the growing number of unhealthy kids in America today. Download the guide to find out new and exciting ways to improve the health of your entire family.

Small Steps

Tue, 10 Jan 2006 09:45:59 -0600

The �Parent�s Guide to Healthy Eating and Physical Activity�, produced by the US Department of Health & Human Services, addresses the issue of the growing number of unhealthy kids in America today.

School Health Issues

Tue, 10 Jan 2006 09:46:56 -0600

The Center for Health and Health Care in Schools is a nonpartisan policy and program resource center located at The George Washington University School of Public Health and Health Services. It was established to explore ways to strengthen the well being of children and youth through effective health programs and health care services in schools.

Eat Smart Play Hard

Tue, 10 Jan 2006 09:46:28 -0600

USDA campaign provides tips and suggestions for parents on helping children eat healthier and include physical activity in their daily lives.

Obesity and Overweight in Children. 2002

Fri, 17 Feb 2006 09:24:03 -0600

This is the American Heart Association�s statement on definition, epidemiology and prevention of youth obesity. The site provides links to more detailed scientific and guideline resources.