Low-income people and people of color are more likely to walk or bicycle than people in more affluent communities; however, low-income communities are less likely to have infrastructure that makes it safe and convenient to bike and walk such as sidewalks, bike paths, street lighting, and crosswalks. Additionally, the rate of childhood obesity has increased four-fold over the past 40 years, and rates of physical inactivity and obesity are disproportionately high among Latino and African American youths. Such health inequities in low-income communities stem from a lack of access to physical activity opportunities such as parks, sidewalks, and bicycle lanes. We want to hear about your experiences and successes advancing equitable active transportation and physical activity, and how ...
Thank you to all who shared their healthy breakfast pics during National School Breakfast Week (NSBW) on March 7-11. 2016. A whopping 300+ fun and yummy pictures were shared on social media! We at Salud America!, a Latino childhood obesity network funded by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and led by the Institute for Health Promotion Research at the UT Health Science Center at San Antonio, were excited by the campaign participation, which partnered with the School Nutrition Association, Kids.gov, Dr. Jesus Rodriguez of Kaiser Permanente, the UT Health Science Center at San Antonio, and Chef Johnny Hernandez. We randomly chose three winners for the grand prize of a Salud America! T-shirt and jump rope: 1. Jackie ...
BooneOakley, an ad agency in Charlotte, N.C., created a campaign promote breastfeeding that provides "100% Natural," "Locally Grown," and "Guaranteed Fresh" stickers as well as posters of women donning the stickers to any "baby-friendly" hospital. The stickers come with three different health messages: Reduces the risk of obesity by 24%
Reduces the risk of SIDS by 36%
Reduces the risk of asthma by 24% The idea is that "100% Natural" stickers reminds mothers that the best nutrition for their baby is breast milk. The stickers can also help nursing mothers keep track of which breast to feed their baby from next. The first hospital to use the stickers and posters is the Women and Babies Hospital in Lancaster, PA. Normalizing breastfeeding and encouraging nursing mothers ...
Some people don't know what foods are or aren't nutritious, and how it affects their weight. Manuel Villacorta, a registered dietitian, said in a Fox News Latino article that some of his clients have sworn off certain beneficial and healthy foods because they have heard they are “fattening” or just not good for them. Here are three foods to start eating again, according to Villacorta: Eggs: While eggs have fat and cholesterol in them, it doesn't necessarily mean that eggs will harm your weight or your cardiovascular system. According to nutritionists, high cholesterol in your diet isn't the cause of high serum cholesterol in your bloodstream. Eggs are high in protein, good for maintaining muscle mass which helps manage your metabolism and weight. Some studies have shown that ...
A lot is new at Salud America!, a Latino childhood obesity prevention network funded by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and directed by the Institute for Health Promotion Research at The UT Health Science Center at San Antonio (the team behind SaludToday). See it all in our latest e-newsletter: New Research: Our latest research has released several new packages of materials to highlight obesity issues and how to address them among Latino children. Digital Content Curation: Check out our new scientific article that explains how we “curate” Latino health. Program Update: New funding ($1.3 million), engagement strides, even awards. New Salud Heroes: Sugary drinks, active spaces, farmers markets. For example, how did Berkeley, Calif., become the nation’s first city ...
One of four U.S. kids already is overweight or obese by ages 2-5 (even more among Latinos), making it critical find ways to help kids achieve a healthy weight early on. The Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) is one taking steps to meet this goal by providing nutritious meals and snacks to more than 4 million children in child care centers, family care homes, and after-school programs. On March 15, 2016, use #SaludTues to tweet with us about the importance of healthy foods and drinks for children in celebration of CACFP Week, March 13-19: WHAT: #SaludTues Tweetchat: How Kids Can Eat Healthy in Child Care and Afterschool Settings
TIME/DATE: 1-2 p.m. ET (Noon-1 p.m. CT), Tuesday, March 15, 2016
WHERE: On Twitter with hashtag #SaludTues
HOST: @SaludToday
CO-HOSTS: The ...
Are you feeling blue? You’re not alone. Data shows that over 300 million people globally are affected by some form of depression. Here are three simple ways to start feeling happier today: Smile Smiling can immediately change your mood. Research has proven that, when we grin, the muscles around the face signal the brain that we’re happy. Experts suggest that when you’re feeling down instead of frowning just smile for a minute, you’ll notice the difference! Be Thankful Many studies have shown that gratitude is not only linked to happiness but also to overall health. When you’re feeling sad, think about all the wonderful things in your life that you are thankful for. Take a walk or exercise Going for a walk or a jog can immediately give you a boost of ...
Parents, need ideas for a healthy, tasty breakfast? Try the easy-to-make Jugo Verde (Green Juice) by San Antonio Chef Johnny Hernandez! Watch his cooking demo: Jugo Verde (quick version)
Jugo Verde (step-by-step instructions and guidance) Chef Johnny conducted the cooking demonstration for a new campaign by Salud America! to promote the importance of nutritious breakfasts at school and at home. For the campaign, we invite you to snap a picture of you and/or your child having breakfast at home or at school and share it using #SaludNSBW / #NSBW16 on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram for your chance to win a T-shirt and jump rope! Salud America!, a Latino childhood obesity network funded by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and led by Dr. Amelie G. Ramirez of the ...
Three cities in Louisiana and three in North Carolina rank in the Top-10 most overweight U.S. cities, according to a study by RentApplication.com using Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) data. The study determined the top 10 most overweight cities (with a population of at least 50,000 people) in the United States. The study noted that overweight or obese people spend 42% more on healthcare each year, for issues associated with overweight and obesity, like heart disease, high blood pressure, and diabetes. This amounts to $147 billion annually with childhood obesity allotting for over $14 billion. In the Latino population, 42% of Latino adults are classified as obese. Latino children are also plagued by obesity, as 22.4% ages 2-19 are obese. All but one city in the ...
