Do you have a question about peer pressure, fitness, nutrition or disease? BAM!
Body and Mind will tell you everything you need to know about what really matters most. This site covers topics to help you make smart choices when it comes to nutrition, physical activity and safety. BAM! Is a great resource to help you through life’s daily issues with peer pressure.
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Community Nutrition Action Kit, USDA Team Nutrition.
This Kit contains activities for families, children and your community. There are reproducible handouts with great resource information and references.
Girl Power! Get Body Wise!
The latest information on eating disorders will be discussed. You will learn about body image, self esteem, eating right, exercise.
Kidnetic.com
Kidnetic.com is a website for kids ages 9-12 and their families. It is intended to encourage kids and their parents to begin to change their lifestyles so they can live stronger healthier lives.
National 5 a Day
The National Cancer Institute sponsors a nutrition program encouraging Americans to eat five servings of fruit and vegetables a day. It offers recipes and tips and additional links about the fruit and vegetable industries.
How to Understand and Use Nutrition Facts Label, US FDA/CFSAN
This website helps the consumer read and understand Nutrition Facts Labels. I t is intended to make it easier for you to make informed food choices when buying food for your family which will in turn contribute to a healthier life style.
Alternatives to Using Food as a Reward, Michigan State University Extension.
This one page review show the disadvantages to using food as a reward as well as no cost and low-cost alternatives to give your child.
Parents’ Guide to Nutritious Food in the Classroom, University of Minnesota Extension.
This website includes a list of recommended foods so your child can make healthy choices at school. It will help parents when planning classroom parties and school events.