Eat Healthy
Haile Thomas Joins First Lady at the 2013 State of the Union Address
At just 12 years old, Haile Thomas has made a big difference. A youth leader working hard to inspire kids to eat healthy, Haile joined First Lady Michelle Obama, along with a handful of other guests, for the President’s State of the Union Address on Tuesday evening.
Places to Play in New Orleans
The eyes of the world were on the athletic abilities of the Baltimore Ravens and the San Francisco 49ers as they squared off in Super Bowl XLVII in New Orleans, but the Louisiana Children’s Museum (LCM) chose to focus on the health and creativity of that city's youngest citizens.
Watch: How the Miami Heat Fuels Up Before a Game
Ever wonder how world class athletes get the energy to perform at their top strength for hours on end? We asked some members of the Miami Heat when they visited the White House last week, and they shared their stay strong secrets: It's all about the pre-game meal. Find out what keeps them moving:
A Healthy Idea for 2013
If a healthier lifestyle is one of your New Year's resolutions for 2013, there is a free tool available that can help you make the most nutritious and active choices for your lifestyle.
A New Salad Bar at Sunset Park Elementary School
What’s one fun way to help students eat more greens (and reds, yellows, oranges, and purples)? School salad bars! Sunset Park Elementary School in Miami recently received a new salad bar through Let’s Move Salad Bars to Schools.
Join This Week's 2012 People's Garden Fall Webinar Series: Ingredients for a Healthy Garden
Editor's note: This was originially posted on the USDA blog.
The feedback about last year’s webinar series was overwhelmingly positive! That’s why USDA’s People’s Garden Initiative is bringing it back.
New Jersey School Gardens Offer More Than Just Produce
Editor's Note: This article was cross-posted from the USDA blog
Tips for Healthy Holiday Celebrations
Ed. note: Originally published in the USDA The School Day Just Got Healthier' Toolkit for Parents.
An Outdoor Learning Center for Kids
Sometimes a passionate community is all it takes to make change really happen. Just take a look at how far Fireside Elementary School in Louisville, Colorado has come since 2007. Like other schools around the country, Fireside Elementary School wanted to teach kids about healthy eating. Despite being under tight financial means, the school was able to improve school meals, thanks to the Boulder Valley’s School Food Project, which rallied members within the community around this important cause to raise money for all schools within the Boulder district, including Fireside Elementary. A group of parents also volunteered their time to help build a school garden.
10 Tips for Eating Better on a Budget
Ed. note: Originally published in the USDA The School Day Just Got Healthier' Tooklkit for Parents.
Get the most for your food budget! There are many ways to save money on the foods that you eat. The three main steps are planning before you shop, purchasing the items at the best price, and preparing meals that stretch your food dollars.
