A consortium of family-friendly companies is creating a 24-hour TV channel
for kids that will be free of junk-food ads and other marketing that has
raised the ire of parents.
5 A Day
The 5 A Day goal is based on the National Cancer Institute's recommendation
to eat at least five servings of fruits and vegetables each day as part of
a diet high in fiber and low in fat to help prevent cancer and other
chronic diseases. Healthy Food
Body Sculpt of New York
Body Sculpt of New York, Inc. is a not-for-profit, health and fitness
organization, whose purpose is to educate parents and children about
childhood obesity and offer healthy lifestyle alternatives, particularly in
physical fitness and nutrition. Body Sculpt
Coalition for a Healthy and Active America (CHAA)
Educate parents, children, schools, and communities about the vital roles
physical fitness and nutrition education play in reversing the trend of
childhood obesity, its negative impact on the health of our youth and the
public health risks it poses. Chaausa
Go City Kids
Looking for a class or an activity in your city? Check out Go City Kids.
They offer tons of information on local events, restaurants, classes, etc
across the country.
Go City Kids
Kids Health
Provides doctor-approved health information about children from prenatal
through adolescence. Kids Health
Kid's Health Quiz
This survey, developed by University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, asks
you 10 questions about your child's eating and activity habits. It will
tally your score and give you feedback about your child's risk for being
overweight. Smart Spot
Mayo Clinic
Gives you tools for a healthier life. Mayo Clinic
Moms Team
Youth sports parenting information for sports moms. Moms Team
Nick Let's Just Play
Make four small changes in your everyday life and track your progress
on-line. Join in on the fun on World Wide Day of Play on Sept. 30. Nick
Project Aces
Project ACES takes place on the first Wednesday in May as part of National
Physical Fitness and Sports Month along with National Physical Education
Week Len Saunders
Summer Camps
A comprehensive guide to a variety of summer camps for any activity you can
imagine. Summer Camps
