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Topic: Childhood Obesity
The National Resource Center (NRC) for Health and Safety in Child Care and Early Education cited those changes in a report https://nrckids.org/files/Final.ASHW.2018.Report_8.19.19.pdf ranking Tennessee’s regulations as the most supportive of obesity prevention in the country. This is the first time Tennessee has topped the NRC’s annual report and it marks a substantial improvement from the state’s previous 39th ranking. ![]() A new report ranks the state number one in the nation for child care licensing regulations that support healthy weight practices. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
Three Tennessee Schools to Receive $100,000 DON’T QUIT! Fitness CentersTennessee Selected by National Foundation for Governors’ Fitness Councils
“I am incredibly grateful to Jake Steinfeld and the National Foundation for Governors’ Fitness Councils for helping improve the health and lives of children in Tennessee,” Haslam said. “Encouraging our children to be physically active now can lead to a lifetime of good habits and help them grow into healthy adults. I thank Jake and his team for this generous opportunity.” «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
American Heart Association Statement on New World Health Organization Report “Ending Childhood Obesity”
Nations around the world should view the ECHO report as a wakeup call to aggressively address the childhood obesity epidemic using every recommendation possible. Children should be surrounded by healthy food and drinks and opportunities to play and be active.
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American Heart Association’s Life is Why Family Health Challenge™ returns in SeptemberA Healthy Family Starts At Home And It Starts With You
Today, about one in three American kids is considered overweight or obese. To help raise awareness and make parents and caregivers more conscious of their lifestyle choices during Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, the Life is Why Family Health Challenge™ will help them take the “controls” back, leaving them feeling empowered to make small moderations in their lifestyle that will lead to bigger, heart-healthy changes down the road.
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American Heart Association reports Women’s age at first Menstrual Cycle linked to Heart Disease Risk
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American Heart Association says ruling with an iron fist could make your child pack on pounds
Researchers followed a nationally representative group of 37,577 Canadian children aged 0 to 11. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
Tennessee Titans Paid a Surprise Visit to Clarksville’s Northeast Middle SchoolBill Larson and Jerry Blessing of the Tennessee Titans contributed to this story Clarksville, TN – Designed to tackle childhood obesity, NFL PLAY 60 brings together the NFL’s long-standing commitment to health and fitness with an impressive roster of partner organizations which in Tennessee includes the Tennessee State Parks, American Heart Association of Middle Tennessee and is focused on increasing the wellness of young fans by encouraging them to be active for at least 60 minutes a day. ![]() Jerry Blessing the Tennessee Titans Community Relations Coordinator and Safety Jordan Babineaux talking to the kids at Northeast Middle School «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
Tennessee Titans and Tennessee State Parks Partner on NFL Play60 CampaignNFL Play60 Campaign Encourages Young People to Lead Healthy Lifestyles
Tennessee is the first state park system to participate in the NFL Play60 campaign, which features outreach into local schools and communities to engage children with messages and activities that promote outdoor experiences, the natural world, healthy lifestyles and fun. ![]() Front Row (L to R) Tennessee Titans Executive Vice President Don MacLachlan, Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam, Environment and Conservation Commissioner Bob Martineau; Back Row (L to R) Department of Health Commissioner Dr. John Dreyzehner, Titans Third-Year Tight End Jared Cook and Environment and Conservation Deputy Commissioner Brock Hill. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: Sports | No Comments
It’s back to school time – help your kids get an “A” in smart eatingTips for eating healthy in and out of school
With the high incidence of childhood obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure and even stroke, making those healthy choices is important, starting as early as possible. Good nutrition, healthy living and prevention are all central to the American Heart Association’s My Heart. My Life movement – and that includes kids, too. ![]() Healthy Snacks «Read the rest of this article» Sections: Arts and Leisure | No Comments
Nontraditional cardiovascular risk factors common in overweight black youth
Childhood obesity is linked to the development of cardiovascular disease and death in adulthood. However, black youth are not routinely assessed for cardiovascular risk factors. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
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