– AP It’s true – apple juice can pose a risk to your health. But not necessarily from the trace amounts of arsenic that people are arguing about. See Also: Strong Winds Down Trees And Power Lines In West Despite the government’s consideration of new limits on arsenic, nutrition experts say apple juice’s real danger […]
A 7-year-old girl authored a children’s book titled, “Not Fat Because I Want To Be,” in order to expose the challenges of being an obese adolescent.
Each day in this country we think about obesity. It has become an epidemic. Childhood obesity is even more shocking. Take a look at these two facts: Approximately 17% (or 12.5 million) of children and adolescents aged 2—19 years are obese. Since 1980, obesity prevalence among children and adolescents has almost tripled. Keep reading to […]
As we evaluate the impact of President Obama’s job creation efforts, researchers from the University of Michigan are monitoring the effect of Michelle Obama’s “Let’s Move” campaign against childhood obesity. According to their findings, prevention and treatment are necessary, but more of an emphasis needs to be placed on treatment, especially among minorities. “Effective treatment […]
Parents and concerned people across the country are voicing their opinion on the recent campaign for Skechers Shape Up for Girls. The campaign targets young girls only which has people speaking out because of what this message may translate to girls. Although, some may feel this is a good thing and may support the First […]
On the 25th of April, the First Family hosted a record number of people on the South Lawn in their backyard for the 133rd White House Easter Egg Roll. 30,000 people from around the country embraced this year’s theme “Get Up Go!” — a part of the First Lady’s Let’s Move! initiative to raise a […]
Rates of obesity in children are on the rise. A new study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that more than 15 percent of six- to-nine-year-olds were overweight. It may not be the easiest thing to discuss with your child, but this is a conversation that must be had in order […]
WASHINGTON D.C. Rapper and entertainment mogul, Master P., real name Percy Miller has teamed up with First Lady Michelle Obama to fight childhood obesity. Miller will be hosting an event during Grammy week to get support from fellow celebrities for Michelle Obama’s Let’s Move! campaign. Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about […]
Alabama — Politics Daily is reporting that former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee is defending Michelle Obama in her “food fight” with Sarah Palin, who says the first lady needs to mind her business.
