Does anyone have any best practices or experience with worksite (or any site) interventions to improve the nutrition and profit of vending?

Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.…

Many of us worry about getting older but this September is Healthy Aging Month, a time to focus attention on the positive aspects of growing older. A time to debunk the myths of aging, to proclaim that it’s not too late to take control of your health and it’s never too late to get started on something…

We see “whole grains” on a lot of food packages, but most of us don’t know exactly what whole grains are or why they’re better for us.  September is Whole Grains Month and it’s a great time to…

This fall, millions of students will return to classrooms across the United States. In preparation, teachers are planning their lessons and parents are making school supply lists. Communities can prepare by making students’ safety the number one priority as they head back to school. Parents,…

Have you ever wondered what exactly cholesterol is, or how your cholesterol levels impact your health? You’re in luck, September is National Cholesterol Education Month a good time to learn about lipid profiles and about food and lifestyle choices that help you reach personal cholesterol…

Each September marks National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month (COAM), which gives elected officials, educators, physicians, and you the opportunity to take a stand and fight childhood obesity. Obesity now affects 17 percent of all…

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Sometimes it’s hard to ask for help, but when it comes to controlling your blood pressure, community support is just what is needed to keep everyone healthy.

Every 39 seconds someone in the US dies from heart attack, stroke, or other vascular disease. This makes heart disease the leading…

The Florida Department of Health Communities Putting Prevention to Work (CPPW) program recently compiled a collection of success stories. As you know, the two-year program, funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, began in 2010 and has worked with schools,…

During the past 30 years, obesity rates have increased significantly. Approximately one in three adults and one in six children are obese.  Obesity contributes to serious chronic conditions and the CDC estimates medical costs associated with obesity are almost $150 billion per…

As students head back to school this fall, many are excited for a fresh start-- new teachers, new friends, and new goals. One way to start the year out right is to do 60 minutes or more of physical activity each day. Not only does exercise help to prevent obesity, it also can impact your grades! Research shows…

Fit 2 Live and the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture Pulaski County Cooperative Extension Service sponsored a free Vegetable Gardening 101 Workshop.  The workshop took place during the Argenta Arts Festival.  All ages were welcome.  Participants learned vegetable…

Kids going back to school have a lot on their minds. Will my friends be in my class? Which teachers will I have? What should I wear on the first day? However, children with diabetes, and their parents, have something else on their minds: how do we manage this disease during the many hours spent at school, on field…

Preschool providers attending the Early Childhood Conference "Get Movement Into Your Classroom and Add Sizzle to Your Circle" held at St. Petersburg College on Saturday, August 18 received a bonus gift. In the breakout session taught by Eileen Hodges of the Early Learning Coalition, they received the Sesame Street Healthy Habits for Life curriculum.…

For many families, back to school means getting back into a routine.  Waking up earlier, doing homework, and coordinating car pools can be quite the adjustment after the idle days of summer. With all the rushing and organizing, one thing families should be sure to do is eat a healthy breakfast every…

The Argenta Community Garden that you see here is one of thirteen community gardens in North Little Rock.  The community…

Added sugar in our foods is a contributor to obesity and sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) are the largest source of added sugars in the diet of U.S. youth. Consuming these beverages increases the intake of calories—a factor potentially contributing to obesity among youth nationwide. According to the CDC,…

Obesity among adults in the United States is on the rise. In 2009, about 2.4 million more adults were obese than just two years before in 2007. Health complications from obesity are serious and increase medical costs. In 2008, the medical care costs of obesity in the United States totaled a staggering $147 billion. While the obesity rate varies from…

Most people who use tobacco products began in adolescence. More than 80 percent of adult smokers begin smoking before high school graduation. This suggests that if kept tobacco-free, most youth will never start using tobacco.

Youth sports present an opportunity to connect with young people regarding their…