A Closer Look at Latino Child Nutrition

The National Council of La Raza (NCLR) is releasing a new twelve-part series, Profiles of Latino Health: A Closer Look at Latino Child Nutrition. Each profile provides a snapshot of the latest research and data on issues affecting Latino...

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More Children Going Hungry

Approximately 11 percent of children lack consistent access to adequate food, according to a new report by the National Center for Children in Poverty. Good insecurity among children rose sharply in 2008 after remaining between 8 and 9.5 percent...

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New Standards for Early Care & Education Programs to Prevent Childhood Obesity

Preventing Childhood Obesity in Early Care and Education Programs, is the new set of national standards describing evidence-based best practices in nutrition, physical activity, and screen time for early care and education programs. It covers: General Nutrition Requirements Meal and Snack...

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Hope for North Carolina Food Banks

Listen to the story. ASHEVILLE, N. C. - North Carolina food banks say tough economic times are making support for local food pantries that much more important, and Congress is considering legislation that would give them an important financial boost....

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