Transcript HL_PPT_Template09 - 4-H

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The Need for Healthy Living
• Research indicates that obesity and the problems
associated with childhood obesity have reached epidemic
proportions.
• According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, the
increase in childhood obesity represents an
“unprecedented burden” on children’s health.
• Today 25 million children aged 17 and under are
considered obese or overweight.
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4-H Healthy Living Program
• Its mission engages youth and families through access
and opportunities to achieve optimal physical, social, and
emotional well-being.
• 4-H youth are engaging diverse audiences in the latest
food science programs to promote good nutrition and
health.
• The 4-H Healthy Living Program reaches 2.5 million
youth in 50 states.
• It mobilizes young people and implement sustainable
strategies that will create healthy lifestyles for America’s
families.
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Thank You!
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