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Ten cents a meal for school kids and farms

Published on April 22, 2016
State pilots a project for Michigan school kids and farms to support agriculture economic development and children nutrition.
Spring is a great time to start exercising

Published on April 11, 2016
Consider outdoor and indoor alternatives to keep moving consistently this Spring.
Physical activity has many benefits for kids

Published on April 4, 2016
Helping to maintain a healthy weight is one of the health benefits children and adolescents receive from physical activity.
Kin-ball craze

Published on March 29, 2016
Kin-ball is a newer sport youth can get involved with that promotes physical activity, sportsmanship, teamwork and healthy living.
Take the 4th H for Health Challenge

Published on March 24, 2016
Consider participating in the 4th H for Health Challenge designed for 4-H clubs to address healthy habits.
Try the Nutrition Month challenge

Published on March 17, 2016
March is National Nutrition Month, celebrate by trying these healthy lifestyle changes.
Strong women, healthy bones

Published on March 10, 2016
A national evidence-based community exercise and nutrition program targeted to midlife and older women to help increase strength, fitness and overall health.
Farm and garden activities for preschoolers during spring

Published on March 10, 2016
Ideas for outdoor spring play and discovery for young children.
What is an outdoor fitness park

Published on February 29, 2016
Learn how outdoor fitness parks can be beneficial to individuals and communities.
Obesity costs are high

Published on February 29, 2016
Over 78 million people in the U.S. are considered obese putting them at a higher risk of negative health conditions such as heart disease, diabetes and cancer.