Food4Thought
Childhood obesity is a 'ticking timebomb' issue in the UK, and
an increasing threat to the heart health of our children.
Our Food4Thought campaign is now in
its fifth year, and it aims to tackle the threat head on.
We're encouraging children to think more about the amount
of physical activity they take part in, and the
types of food they eat.
So how can you help?
Just one in eight of Britain's youngsters get
the recommended 60 minutes of physical activity a
day, according to our recent survey.
That's why this year's campaign is focused on getting our kids
active. Here's how you can help:
- If you're a parent
or teacher, make sure your school is
taking part in our great new Ultimate Dodgeball event.
It's a fantastic way to get children more active, while having fun
and raising vital money both for us and your school.
- Get your kids or your class to create their own
Yoobots
This year, the Yoobots are joined by Yoonots - the
voice in the back of your head nagging you about fast food and
convincing you not to exercise.
Kids can kill their Yoonot by choosing what to feed it and how much
exercise to make it do.
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Take action with us to influence local councillors to
ensure that there are healthy food options available in the places
where kids go to have fun and get active.
Read our new
report to find out more about the food choices
available at leisure venues.
- Our latest 'Couch Kids' report shows that far
too many children aren't getting the recommended
60 minutes a day and some aren't even
getting 30 minutes a day, urgent action from decision
makers is needed, read
more.
We'd like to see a world where it's easy
for adults and children alike to make healthy
choices.
There are many ways, starting today, for you to get
involved...
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