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Yesssss! We will keep up the GOOD work! “Research shows that receiving free or reduced-price school lunches reduces food insecurity, obesity rates, and poor health. In addition, school meal nutrition standards positively impact student food selection and consumption, ESPECIALLY FRUITS AND VEGETABLES.”* Studies have shown that school meals are generally healthier than the food students bring from home. That said, there is plenty of room for improvement of school meals, especially the main dish portion, which is nearly always meat or cheese. The goal at Coalition for Healthy School Food is to help schools move in the direction of more plant-based (vegan) entrees. In this image, a student enjoys Tofu Fried Rice, available on our recipe page at https://lnkd.in/gECyFjVj (Family Sized Recipes) Food Research & Action Center Hayes, Clarissa, and LaMonika Jones. “Benefits of School Lunch.” Food Research & Action Center. #inspire #plantbased #foodforkids #funsnack #kidsnutrition #vegankids #happiness #healthysnacks #kidseatright #healthychildren #nycschools #healthykidsfood #schoolfood #kidslunch #healthykidslunch #healthykids #nutritionstudies

Health coaching often fails if there’s not culinary coaching because “At the end of the day, someone has to make dinner. Someone has to plan the meals, shop, cook, and clean up.” But instead of making it “hard work,” once taught how to batch cook and to use simple recipes and ingredients, home cooking is more time efficient than take out or eat out meals and infinitely healthier and tastier.#culinarymedicine #womenexecutives #lifestylemedicine

🌿 Nutrition Education Classes Are Back at Ceres Community Project In these classes, we'll dive into topics like: 🍎 The fundamentals of nutritious eating. 🥗 Cooking with whole, plant-based foods. 🌿 Gut health and its impact on overall well-being. 🍽️ Simple, delicious recipes for everyday meals. 🍽️Strategies for boosting energy and vitality. Whether you're new to the kitchen or looking to deepen your understanding of using food as medicine, these classes are designed for everyone. Let's embark on this journey towards better health together! Why Join? Learn from experienced instructors. Engage in interactive, fun sessions. Gain practical tips and tools to implement in your daily life. These classes are open to all and tailored to meet diverse needs. For more details and to register, click the link in comments #NutritionEducation #HolisticHealth #CookingClasses #CommunityWellness #HealthyLiving #CeresCommunityProject

Totally support nutrition coaching, fitness coaching, behavior coaching for better evidence-based outcomes in lifestyle health and well-being. #lifestylehealth, #lifestylemedicine, #healthynutrition #healthydiet, #physicalactivity, #healthyhabits

Should processed foods be on school menus? 🤔 School food has changed exponentially over the years, as focus has shifted more towards children’s health. 💚 Along with these changes, processed foods have gained a bad reputation. While this is sometimes warranted, it’s not always the case, so it's important to distinguish which processed foods are healthy - and which are not. Learn more in our recent blog. ⬇️ https://hubs.ly/Q02B3-HP0

Why should we promote plant-based eating on campus?🌱 Our Green Food Experience (GFE) aims to show the benefits of plant-based eating and helps students curate a tasting event on campus with fellow students and friends. Promoting healthy, plant-based eating based on whole foods helps to: - educate many people about nutrition and its impact on health and the environment - encourage students to be aware of what they eat and how they can promote their health through nutrition - offer more diverse menu options to meet different dietary needs and preferences - encourage people to try new foods - manage food costs for universities, without cutting down on quality and taste It’s clear that we need to change our food systems and the way we eat, and by encouraging plant-based eating on campus we can reach many people and initiate a transformation to more sustainability, health and enjoyment. Do we need to say any more? Head to our GFE page to learn about it: https://lnkd.in/egkyZ42M #GreenFoodExperience #ShareFoodOpenMinds #PlantBasedEating #Campuslife #PlanetaryHealth

🍎🥦🧒 Food marketing to children is a crucial topic in today's society. Young people are constantly bombarded with advertisements promoting unhealthy food options, making it challenging for them to make healthy choices. 🚫🍔🍟 Marketing targets children through catchy jingles, colorful packaging, and popular cartoon characters, often leading them to fall for food scams disguised as nutritious options. It is important for parents and caregivers to educate children on the importance of choosing healthy food options and to be aware of deceptive marketing tactics. 🧠💡 By teaching children to read labels, understand nutritional information, and choose whole foods over processed snacks, we can empower them to make informed decisions when it comes to their diet. Let's work together to ensure that our children have access to and choose healthy food options. 🌟👧👦 #FoodMarketing #HealthyChoices #YoungPeople #MarketingTargets #FoodScams

THE WEEK OF THE YOUNG CHILD Tasty Tuesday: Feeding Young Minds and Bodies As we celebrate the Week of the Young Child, let's pause to acknowledge the profound impact of nutrition on our little ones' development. Today, on Tasty Tuesday, I'm thrilled to share the joys of nurturing young minds and bodies through the pleasures of healthy eating! A Nutritional Insight: Did you know that the food choices children make today can shape their health and habits for years to come? By introducing them to a variety of wholesome foods early on, we're sowing the seeds for a lifetime of vitality and wellness. Cooking Up Goodness: According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, children aged 2 and up should have a diet rich in colorful fruits, hearty grains, protein-packed delights, calcium-rich treats, and brain-boosting fats. Seeking Inspiration? Dive into "A Month of Healthy Meals for Kids" for a collection of nutritious and delicious recipes that are sure to delight even the pickiest eaters: https://shorturl.at/fMRV7

I liked trying new fruits; they are so tasty!" 📣 Ganga International School Primary Section Nutrition Awareness Activity🍏🍔 🌱 Promoting Healthy Habits: We embarked on a journey to instill the importance of healthy eating habits among our young learners of kindergarten. Through a series of engaging activities, we aimed to sow the seeds of nutrition awareness that will flourish into lifelong well-being. 🥦 Healthy Food Exploration: Our students enthusiastically participated in a hands-on exploration of nutritious foods. From colorful fruits to wholesome vegetables, the kindergarten section was buzzing with excitement as young minds discovered the joy of healthy eating. 🚫 Understanding Unhealthy Choices: In parallel, we delved into the world of less nutritious options, emphasizing the need to make mindful choices. Through interactive sessions, we empowered our students to differentiate between foods that fuel their bodies and those that might be less beneficial. Let's continue to grow healthy together. . . . 🌱📚 #HealthyLiving #NutritionAwareness #GangaInternationalSchool #nojunkfood #healthychoices #Healthyfood #goodlifeChallenge #learningthroughplay #learningisfun #GIS #GISkablana

🏫 Back to School: Boost Your Kids' Health with Fresh Produce 🍎 With the end of the school holidays upon us and most kids returning to school next week, our latest Perfection Fresh blog dives into the nutritional advantages of feeding your children fresh Australian produce. Fewer than 1 in 10 children (according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics) meet their daily recommended intake of fruits and vegetables. This lack of proper nutrition can be detrimental to their health. Packing a nutritious lunch with our Australian-grown fruits and vegetables is the perfect way to keep your kids healthy and energised throughout the school day. In this blog, we explore: 🎓 The benefits of fruit 🎓 The benefits of vegetables 🎓 Handy recipes and lunchbox ideas to keep your children nourished 👉 Read more: https://lnkd.in/gtssJBXH #freshproduce #australianfarms #healthyfamilies #sustainability #PerfectionFresh