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Objectives Describe the prevalence of the childhood obesity epidemic Understand the long term impact of an overweight & obese BMI in childhood Review Key 2 a Healthy Start Initiative Review outcomes of Key 2 a Healthy Start and the CHOICES model Keys4healthykids.com
NOW 2-5 year old “line” is increasing as well. What do 2-5 year old do? Why are they gaining weight so rapidly? ADULTS are in charge of their nutrition and PA habits and environments. Best example of how adults demanding convenience….is killing our kids. Keys4healthykids.com
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Pan L, Freedman DS, Sharma AJ, et al Pan L, Freedman DS, Sharma AJ, et al. Trends in Obesity Among Participants Aged 2–4 Years in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children — United States, 2000–2014. MMWR Morb Mortal Wkly Rep 2016;65:1256–1260. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.15585/mmwr.mm6545a2 Keys4healthykids.com
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Bogalusa Heart Study Cohort Based 1973-1996 2,610 Children 2-17 years followed to ages 18-37 years Mean follow-up 17.6 years BMI-for-age & Skinfold (SF) thickness in childhood compared to adult mean SF (subscapular & triceps SF) Keys4healthykids.com
Bogalusa: Children Who Become Obese Adults with chronic disease Keys4healthykids.com
NEW Shocking Data healthykidshealthycommunities.org
BMI Obese Overweight Adiposity Rebound Normal BMI Nadir Underweight
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Physical Activity Standards Screen Time Standards Nutrition Standards Physical Activity Standards Screen Time Standards Keys4healthykids.com
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Peer Learning Collaborative #1 KEY 2 a Healthy Start Peer Learning Collaborative #1 Nutrition Standards Leap of Taste Standards Menu Planning Garden-based Learning Start a Garden Goals & Action Plan Keys4healthykids.com
Custom Garden Plans with Start A Garden Keys4healthykids.com
Peer Learning Collaborative #2 KEY 2 a Healthy Start Peer Learning Collaborative #2 Physical Activity (PA) Standards PA Quantity and Quality Music and Movement Goals & Action Plan Keys4healthykids.com
Peer Learning Collaborative #3 KEY 2 a Healthy Start Peer Learning Collaborative #3 Role Modeling Healthy habits: Staff, Parents & Choosy Healthy Celebrations Goals & Action Plans with POLICIES Keys4healthykids.com
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Best Practice Outcomes in Child Care Centers N8-Nutrition Education PA4- PA Education N3- Beverages N1- Fruits and Vegetables PA1- Active Play & Inactive Time N7- Supporting Family Eating N6- Foods Offered Outside of Regular Meals Keys4healthykids.com
Peer Learning Network For Graduates Food demonstrations Grant writing and implementation assistance Choosy physical activity site visits Pop up farmers’ markets High school student volunteers Garden assistance Natural learning environments Keys4healthykids.com
Funding Benedum Foundation SNAP-Ed with FNP CDC 1305 Bureau of Public Health Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation Dept. of Education/OCN Quick healthy tips Keys4healthykids.com
593 CASES OF CHILDHOOD OBESITY PREVENTED in 2025 Implementing KEY 2 a Healthy Start is an investment in the future: 38,000 CHILDREN REACHED 593 CASES OF CHILDHOOD OBESITY PREVENTED in 2025
Results Treated in HealthyKids: 20 to 33 years to treat 593 children
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Which playground do you prefer? Dave – Sign – “Your kid will get dirty.” School shoes vs play shoes kids getting sweaty. Good for mind and body. Psychology and physiology. Pirates and spaceships. Photos Courtesy of National Wildlife Federation “Nature Play at Home” http://naturalearning.org/nli-publications Keys4healthykids.com