Tag Archives: Children
Infographic: Childhood Obesity
Check out this infographic from LiveScience’s Ross Toro illustrating nearly 1 in 5 US kids are obese:
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IOM Report: Early Childhood Obesity Prevention Strategies
Today at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. the Institute of Medicine released a new report on Early Childhood Obesity Prevention Strategies. This report was developed by an ad hoc committee asked to review factors of overweight and obesity … Continue reading
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L.A. Bans Flavored Milk in Schools
This week Los Angeles United School District become the latest school to ban flavored milk, such as chocolate and strawberry varieties due to its added sugar content. According to the the Los Angeles Times: The proposal by Superintendent John … Continue reading
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New York Times Article: Online Games and Advertising to Kids
Today a New York Times article caught my attention in a big way. The article covered food companies’ efforts to use multimedia games, online quizzes, and cell phone apps to build ties with young consumers while encouraging consumption of unhealthy … Continue reading
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