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Childhood Obesity in the UnitedStates:
Key Administration Initiatives
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The Challenge of ObesityThe Challenge of Obesity
1 in 3 childrenare overweightor obese Risks ofchronic disease Devastatinghealth-care costs Unfit as youngadults
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16.7 Million Children16.7 Million Childrenlive in households with foodlive in households with food
insecurityinsecurity…… and for many, school and for many, schoolmeals may be the only healthymeals may be the only healthy
food all day.food all day.
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All of America’schildren haveaccess to safe,nutritious, and
balanced meals.
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Childhood Obesity Task Force/Childhood Obesity Task Force/LetLet’’s Move s Move InitiativeInitiative
Four major objectives:• providing healthier food in schools• ensuring access to healthy, affordable food;• increasing physical activity in schools and
communities; and• empowering parents with information and tools
to make good choices for themselves and theirfamilies.
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School Meals Programs
School Breakfast Program National School Lunch
Program (NSLP) Child Adult Care Food
Program (CACFP) After School Snacks Supper Program Summer Food Service
ProgramsJunior Iron Chef
Kids-schools across Vermont took partin the event earlier this year.
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Updating SchoolMeals Standards•Expert Panelrecommendations•USDA developingproposed rule•Public comment•Implementation
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Healthier FoodHealthier FoodChoicesChoices
National Standards forFoods Served/Sold atSchool
Creating a HealthierCommunity FoodEnvironment
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ACCESSING HEALTHYAFFORDABLE FOOD
• Eliminate Food Deserts
• Increase FarmersMarkets
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INCREASING PHYSICALACTIVITY
Expanding President’sPhysical Fitness Challenge
Doubling the Number ofPresidential Active LifestyleAwards
Safe and Healthy Schools
Partner with ProfessionalSports
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HealthierUS School ChallengeHealthierUS School Challenge
Recognizing Excellence in Nutrition and Physical Activity
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HealthierUSHealthierUS School Challenge: School Challenge:Rewards/IncentivesRewards/Incentives
lAward Levels: Bronze Silver Gold Gold Award of Distinction Team Nutrition
School
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Empowering Consumers
HELP FOR PARENTS:
• New nutrition labeling information– private sector cooperation
• Rx for Healthier Living– American Academy of Pediatrics
• Public Information Campaign– Cooperation with major media
HELP FOR PARENTS:
• New nutrition labeling information– private sector cooperation
• Rx for Healthier Living– American Academy of Pediatrics
• Public Information Campaign– Cooperation with major media
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Farm to School-Know YourFarm to School-Know YourFarmer-Know Your FoodFarmer-Know Your Food
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Sowing Seeds for FutureSowing Seeds for FutureGenerationsGenerations