School-Based Solutions to Obesity
Panelists discussed the growing epidemic of childhood obesity and steps school can take to encourage children to practice healthy eating and… read more
Panelists discussed the growing epidemic of childhood obesity and steps school can take to encourage children to practice healthy eating and exercise habits. Topics included healthy eating in school food, the importance of not using processed foods, adding and extending recess time, and urging children to make healthy choices. Additionally, they stressed that educators must find ways to get their children active rather than looking at computer screens all day. close
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