Aug
05
2010
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...
Jul
28
2010
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...
Jul
21
2010
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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....
