The news is not good.  In the past 30 years, obesity in this country has more than doubled among children and more than tripled among teenagers.  As these rates continue to rise, we are putting an entire generation at risk for serious health conditions like type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and even heart disease and stroke.  Inactivity along with the overconsumption of unhealthy foods and sugar sweetened beverages is a leading cause.  Clearly more emphasis must be placed on teaching youth how to eat healthy and stay active.

You can help!  Get involved with your local school to support healthy nutrition and physical activity.  You can also help by urging Congress to reauthorize the Child Nutrition Act this year to improve nutrition in school meals, remove junk food from vending machines and strengthen school wellness policies.