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Food and Consumer Service (USDA), Washington, DC. – 1997
This "how-to" guide for Team Nutrition fairs and tasting activities helps Team Nutrition supporters and schools understand how to work together to improve the health and education of children. Team Nutrition is the implementation tool for the U.S. Department of Agriculture's School Meals Initiative for Healthy Children. Section 1 of the guide…
Descriptors: Child Health, Comprehensive School Health Education, Dietetics, Eating Habits

Vagnini, Frederic J.; Malone, Mary Jo – PTA Today, 1994
The conditions and habits that lead to heart disease begin early in life. Obesity is the predecessor of a host of cardiovascular-related diseases; childhood obesity poses serious physical and psychological roadblocks for youngsters as they mature. The article suggests how families can adopt fitter lifestyles and instill good eating and exercise…
Descriptors: Cardiovascular System, Child Health, Eating Habits, Elementary School Students