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Meal Pattern Guidance

WEBMeal Pattern Guidance. Since 1968, CACFP has been an indicator of quality care. In April 2016, USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) published the final rule “Child and Adult Care Food Program: Meal Pattern Revisions Related to the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010." The final rule amended the CACFP regulations to update the meal

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Health Benefits of Whole Grains

WEBHealth Benefits. Improved digestion: Whole grains are high in fiber, which helps to regulate the digestive system, prevent constipation, and keep you feeling full for longer periods of time. Better heart health: The fiber and antioxidants found in whole grains can help lower cholesterol levels, reducing the risk of heart disease and stroke.

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Be Good to Your Heart with Fruits and Vegetables

WEBTomatoes: Plump full of potassium, tomatoes can improve your heart health. Red tomatoes exhibit high levels of lycopene which can help lower levels of problematic cholesterol. Beets: Full of folate, eating beets can help reduce artery inflammation to lower your risks for heart disease. Beets have been proven to reduce …

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Join the Food Program

WEBPublic or private nonresidential licensed child care centers. Serves children ages 12 and under. Reimbursement for up to 2 meals and 1 snack, or 1 meal and 2 snacks - per child, per day. Reimbursement is based on the income level of the children in care (free, reduced-price or paid rates) Join the Food Program by either. Finding a Sponsor.

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Recap: White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition and Health

WEBOctober 10, 2022. On September 28 2022, for the first time in over 50 years, the Biden-Harris Administration hosted a White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health. Lack of access to healthy, safe, and affordable food, and to safe outdoor spaces, contributes to impacting hunger, diet-related diseases, and health disparities.

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Menu Planning Made Easy: Health-e Pro Software Demonstration

WEBHealth-e Pro software offers nutrient analysis, menu planning, and online publishing. Color-coding makes meal planning easy while maintaining compliance. Standardized recipe building is simple with 5,000 pre-loaded products and recipes in the software. Easily plan compliant menus for CACFP, SBP, NSLP, SFSP and Smart Snack …

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CACFP Indicator for State-Level Obesity Prevention

WEBCACFP Indicator for State-Level Obesity Prevention. The ECE State Indicator Report 2023 provides data on current ECE policies and activities related to healthy growth and obesity prevention. It expands the number of indicators in the 2016 report from 15 to 16. Nine indicators remained the same from 2016 to 2023, including indicators …

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Breastfeeding Awareness Month and the CACFP

WEBBreastfeeding Awareness Month and the CACFP. August 5, 2022. August is Breastfeeding Awareness Month. According to the World Health Organization, breastmilk is the ideal food for infants. Breastmilk is safe, clean, and contains antibodies that help protect against many common childhood illnesses. Breastmilk provides all the energy and …

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Family Health & Fitness Day

WEBFamily Health & Fitness Day Is June 11, 2022. Family Health & Fitness Day will be held on June 11, 2022! Celebrated the second Saturday in June each year, this special day promotes the importance of parks and recreation in keeping communities healthy and active. Park and recreation agencies everywhere are encouraged to …

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Our Top Ten Quotes from the White House Conference on Hunger

WEB4.“The most important source of energy in this country is the food we eat.” -Chef Jose Andres. 5.“Nutrition IS health; food IS medicine.” -Secretary of Health and Human Services, Xavier Becerra. 6.“Hunger is a national security issue.” -Chef Jose Andres. 7.“Remember, when we are talking about research and data, we are talking

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F i t n e s s D a y F a m i l y H e a l t h

WEB5 Research to Share There is a growing body of evidence that shows how parks and recreation supports health and wellness. Below is a list of messaging and articles that you

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A Toolkit for Promoting Water Intake in Community Settings

WEBAuthors Amelie Hecht, BA, Sarah Buck, BA, and Anisha Patel, MD, MSPH Cite As Hecht, A.A., Buck, S., Patel, A.I. Water First: A Toolkit to Promoting Water Intake in

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Problems and Solutions in Food Advertising to Children

WEBProblems and Solutions in Food Advertising to Children. September 29, 2022. In April 2022, the UConn Rudd Center published F.A.C.T.S 2022: Food Advertising to Children and Teens. The report found that, broadly, companies failed to self-regulate when it comes to advertising unhealthy food and beverages to young people.

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