Building Healthy Families

Canton Public Schools support the Building Healthy Families Program.

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Building Healthy Families Program, "Heart health:  Learn the facts, decrease the risk"

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National Nutrition Month - March 2008 National Nutrition Month is a nutrition education and information campaign created by the American Dietetic Association.  The campaign is designed to focus attention on the importance of making informed food choices and developing sound eating and physical activity habits. Top 10 Nutrition Facts - click here Nutrition:  Fact vs. Fiction - click here
Building a Healthy Family:  One Step at a Time January 2008 There is no time like a new year to invest in your health and the health of your family.   For 2008, these steps can help you to begin eating smarter and moving more. To learn more, click here.
Staying Healthy Through the Holidays November 2007 There's a reason why so many New Year's resolutions feature dieting and exercise -- holiday guilt! A few simple steps can help families stay on track for a happy and healthy holiday season. To read more, click here.	The Nutritional Costs of Fast Food November 2007 Many Americans have turned to fast-food dining because it's convenient and fits into their typical day. There are ways to counter the negative effects and ensure that your body has the supplements a drive-through diet cannot provide. Read more here.
Eating Together Builds Healthy Families November 2007 While finding time to enjoy meals together gets trickier for families every day, research continues to demonstrate family meals are a great way to promote healthy family eating habits. Family meals don't need to be complicated or time-consuming -- the key is eating together. To read more, click here.	Tips for Families November 2007 Based on the new food pyramid, these kid-friendly reminders and tips help kids stay focused on healthier choices in each food group. Click here to view or print.
Nutrition is Easier Than You Think November 2007 There are many tricks families can use to infuse healthy foods into their daily lives. To read guidelines and hints, click here.	MyPyramid for Kids November 2007 A new look at the food pyramid reminds kids to be physically active and to make healthy food choices. To print the poster for your refrigerator, click here. Click here to view or print.