SteveChez4life asked:

Follow the policy-shaking, news-making documentary charting the efforts of Jamie Oliver to revolutionise the way food is brought to the nation’s children! Jamie’s School Dinners follows the trials and tribulations of the celebrity chef as he takes charge of 20000 school dinners a day across one entire London borough. He discovers what young people are eating, how the food is prepared and ways in which their school meals could be improved by working with catering staff and talking to the students. He also attempts to educate students about fresh produce, cooking and a better diet.

NewMexicoStateU asked:

Farm to School programs are popping up all over the country— there are over 1000 programs in 35 states. Perhaps there is one in your community. In this DVD we explore how school districts, parents, communities, and non-profit organizations are working for change in the health of our children by connecting them with the sources of their food. It is easy to feel alarmed by the increased incidence of overweight and nutrition-related diseases such as diabetes in children at younger and younger ages. As we follow the journey that an apple takes from a Northern New Mexico orchard into the mouth of a child in a city school, we can see that there is hope for a better diet, healthier food choices and longer lives for children all around our country. Available on iTunes U: deimos3.apple.com

SteveChez4life asked:

Follow the policy-shaking, news-making documentary charting the efforts of Jamie Oliver to revolutionise the way food is brought to the nation’s children! Jamie’s School Dinners follows the trials and tribulations of the celebrity chef as he takes charge of 20000 school dinners a day across one entire London borough. He discovers what young people are eating, how the food is prepared and ways in which their school meals could be improved by working with catering staff and talking to the students. He also attempts to educate students about fresh produce, cooking and a better diet.

Aylinbx asked:

‘Fit’ woman now feeds ‘hungry heart’ healthfully Lina Koutrakos, 55, fed her depression with plates of pizza and pasta. With a better diet and exercise, she was able to shed 139 pounds in 18 months. Disclaimer: Joy Fit Club copyright belongs to The Today Show, NBC. We own absolutely nothing.

Howcast asked:

Expand the description and view the text of the steps for this how-to video. Check out Howcast for other do-it-yourself videos from ijt0107 and more videos in the Better Health category. You can contribute too! Create your own DIY guide at www.howcast.com or produce your own Howcast spots with the Howcast Filmmakers Program at www.howcast.com This isn’t a textbook, so here’s a short explanation: antioxidants make you healthier, so here’s how to arrange your diet accordingly. To complete this How-To you will need: Black or green tea Coffee Vegetables Fruits Nuts Dark chocolate An appetite Step 1: Drink tea Start your morning with a cup of tea. Black and green versions contain flavanoids—a type of antioxidant which has been shown to reduce the risk of heart disease. Step 2: Drink coffee If tea isn’t your cup of, well, tea, then have coffee instead. It’s America’s most common source of antioxidants. Step 3: Snack on nuts, fruits and veggies Snack on nuts and increase your fruit and vegetable intake. There are several forms of antioxidants in these food groups. Tip: Vitamins A, C and E aren’t just vitamins; they’re antioxidants as well. Step 4: Eat specific foods for specific antioxidants Eat specific foods for specific antioxidants: carrots for beta-carotene, spinach for lutein, tomatoes for lycopene and berries for anthocyanidin. Step 5: Try other foods for more types Try other foods for their antioxidants: onions and apples for flavonols, grapes for proanthocyanidins …

utiacomm asked:

Many pets are like their owners — a few pounds too heavy. The UT College of Veterinary Medicine works with animals in a special “Fat Camp” program where the focus is a better diet and increased exercise for pets.

SteveChez4life asked:

Follow the policy-shaking, news-making documentary charting the efforts of Jamie Oliver to revolutionise the way food is brought to the nation’s children! Jamie’s School Dinners follows the trials and tribulations of the celebrity chef as he takes charge of 20000 school dinners a day across one entire London borough. He discovers what young people are eating, how the food is prepared and ways in which their school meals could be improved by working with catering staff and talking to the students. He also attempts to educate students about fresh produce, cooking and a better diet.

Howcast asked:

Expand the description and view the text of the steps for this how-to video. Check out Howcast for other do-it-yourself videos from vinzfeller and more videos in the Better Health category. You can contribute too! Create your own DIY guide at www.howcast.com or produce your own Howcast spots with the Howcast Filmmakers Program at www.howcast.com Trying to eat healthy but confused about what to avoid? Nutrition labels can help you make smart food choices. To complete this How-To you will need: Patience Some math skills Step 1: Look at serving size Look at the serving size; all numbers on a nutrition label refer to a single serving. You might discover that what you consider a light snack is actually meant to feed four! Tip: Keep in mind that the calories per serving generally don’t include additional ingredients you may need to prepare the item. Step 2: Weigh the calories Look at the line marked “calories.” Limit foods whose “calories from fat” make up more than a third of the total. Step 3: Chew over the fat Check out the “Total Fat” section. It tells you the number of fat grams in a serving, plus the breakdown of the kinds of fat. Avoid foods that contain trans fats and whose “percent daily value” of saturated fats is higher than 20 percent. Tip: Percent daily value is based on a daily intake of 2000 calories. Growing teenagers and athletes often consume more, while women and older people sometimes consume less. Step 4: Check your cholesterol Check the cholesterol number …