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Voluntary Artificial Trans Fat Reduction Program (ATFR)

School Standards – SB 12 and SB 965

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Eat More Fruits and Vegetables

Fruits and vegetables are an important part of a healthy diet. Eat at least two cups of fruit and 2 ½ cups of vegetables everyday for a lifestyle choice that helps you maintain better health.

Here are some helpful tips for a healthy start in 2008!

Department of Public Health News

Menu Labeling as a Potential Strategy for Combating the Obesity Epidemic

 Public Health releases a report showing that posting calorie information on restaurant menus can help consumers make better health choices when eating out. To read the full report, click here.

 

 

 

 

Get Healthy California!

In an effort to combat the current obesity epidemic facing the state and Los Angeles County (report), Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger introduced the California Obesity Prevention Plan: A Vision for Tomorrow, Strategic Actions for Today (press release).

The plan lays out steps needed to address the epidemic through a collaborative effort of private and public sectors.  The plan takes on an all-inclusive approach and identifies strategies on how to increase healthy eating and physical activity.

For a copy of the 30-page plan available from the California Department of Health Services, please click here.

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