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We Can: Ways to Enhance Children’s Activity and Nutrition

National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute

Fruits and/or vegetables
Fitness
Healthy food choices
Sugar sweetened (SSBS)
Whole grains
Salt/sodium
Protein
Fats
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Description

Family approach to encourage positive nutrition and physical activity behavior in children. Designed to promote a healthy weight in youth by encouraging healthy eating, increased physical activity, and reduced screen time. Free download from website.

Source:
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute

Link:
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/educational/wecan/

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Number of Lessons

Varies

Length of Lesson

Varies

Delivery Method
Series
Languages
English, Spanish
Evidence Based Category
Practice Tested

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