1. Wisconsin Beef Council Donna M. Manring, DTR Owner-Innovative Dining Solutions

2. Make Nutrition Come Alive It’s All About You!

3. Overweight, Undernourished, and At Risk Why American children need nutrient-rich foods now more than ever

4. Our kids are facing a health crisis - in terms of nutrition, activity, and weight.

5. HEALTH ISSUES Overweight Undernourished Sedentary Diabetes (type 2) Heart-Disease Risk Disordered Eating

6. Undernourished Youth NOT meeting needs for specific nutrients Source: Analysis of the 1994-96, 1998 Continuing Survey of Food Intake by Individuals (CSFII)

7. UNDERNOURISHED

8. Calcium Folate % Children Consuming Daily Recommended Intake Magnesium Vitamin A Vitamin C Zinc Iron Phosphorus Critical Age Data compiled by Dr. John Lasekan, Ross Labs NHANES 1999-2000 and the Continuing Food Survey 1994-96, 1998 UNDERNOURISHED

9. SEDENTARY 68% of 8 to 18 year olds have a TV in their bedrooms (2005) School-aged children average 6 1/2 hours media per day (2005) Only 13% of students walked or biked to and from school (2001) Activity declines as children grow older

10. DIABETES Type 2 diabetes - once a disease of people over 40 - is increasingly common among children as young as 9 and 10 African-American, Hispanic-American and Native American youth are at a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes CDC estimates “one in two American children will likely become diabetic during their lifetime”

11. Georgia Study 200 overweight, inactive 7-11 year olds participated in after-school program with nutritious snack, nutrition education plus 20 or 40 minutes of vigorous activity 3-month program reduced body fat and diabetes risk - and improved bone density, as well as decision- making and critical-thinking skills Children who participated in 40 minutes of physical activity showed the greatest improvement

12. Heart Disease (CHD) High blood pressure (HBP) and pre-HBP are on the rise among youth, esp. among boys, African- Americans, and Hispanics Higher BMI during childhood is associated with an increased risk of CHD in adulthood, esp. among boys. Data suggests that high BMI in teens will increase rates of CHD among future young/middle-aged adults

13. Disordered Eating Poor body image and restrictive eating are serious concerns for young people, especially girls Estimated 10% of high school girls have a diagnosable eating disorder and many more overly restrict their food intake Eating problems affect nutrition, health, and academic performance

14. My Plate

15. Making My Plate Make your own “My Plate” to help kids understand portions and healthy choices. Kids will get more involved when they do it themselves.

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17. Nutrient-Rich Beef Maximum nutrition, minimal calories

18. Flavors Kids Love Beef and Garden Vegetable Pizza Pizza combining a light Asian flavor with carrots, peppers, and broccoli on whole wheat pita (or crust) Excellent source of protein, fiber, calcium, and vitamins A and C Good source of iron

19. Protein Power High-quality, lean protein: Necessary to build and maintain strong muscles Essential for bone health Provides satiety value (feeling of fullness) for healthy weight management May have a positive effect on blood sugars in type 2 diabetes

20. Protein Kids Love Spicy Mexican Beef Bake Layers of South-of-the-Border flavors with kid-pleasing beef, beans, and cheese Excellent source of fiber, protein, iron, and vitamin C Good source of calcium and vitamin A Plus 18 grams of protein

21. Strong Bodies, Smart Brains

22. Sally Squires, Lean Plate Club columnist The Washington Post, May 2007 “Most parents look for ways to give their children an edge, but many miss an easy and often inexpensive recipe for success: eating together.”

23. Family Mealtimes A simple family habit = impressive benefits for kids

24. Family mealtimes help: Family togetherness Behavior issues School success Better nutrition

25. School success More family meals mean youth are more likely to: Learn and practice important language skills Learn new vocabulary Do well in school and score well on achievement tests Report getting all A’s and B’s

26. Better nutrition Nutrient-rich foods for strong bodies and smart brains More fruits, veggies, milk, and lean meats Fewer fried foods and soft drinks

27. Family Mealtimes Making a commitment to enjoy eating together

28. More family mealtimes Add meals gradually Plan tasty menus Set an appealing table Minimize distractions Enjoy conversations

29. Add mealtimes gradually Experts suggest 5 or more family mealtimes per week. How many family meals do you usually have now? How could you easily add one more family meal per week?

30. Plan simple, tasty menus Get kids involved in: Planning Shopping Preparing Cooking Enjoying

31. Make half your grains whole. Vary your veggies. Focus on fruit. Get your dairy foods. Go lean with protein. Nutrient-Rich Meals

32. Planning Made Easy

33. Set an appealing table Simple ways to set a mood: Colored napkins Bright tablecloth Kids’ artwork Flowers Candle

34. Minimize distractions Turn off TVs, iPods, radios, and cell phones (except for emergencies). Turn on calming music. Enjoy each other.

35. Enjoy easy conversations Create a calm, relaxed atmosphere. Involve everyone at the table. Focus on togetherness. Use conversation cards.

36. You Make a Difference Meal time is an important activity. Focus on the meal and make it fun. How can you turn snacks and meal time into fun time?

37. Contagious Habits What kids learn at daycare will spread to home! Taste tests for kids to try new foods or foods prepared differently. Use your newsletter to promote healthy eating at home. Invite a celebrity to come and talk about good nutrition

38. Hospitality Invite local chefs to conduct food demonstrations Involve family, community and parents in events Family healthy eating challenges One meal at the table challenge 38

39. Ideas School newsletters Taste testing adventures Hospitality assistance Label reading classes Family healthy lifestyle classes Involving media Farm visits; from gate to plate 39

40. The Power of Nutrient-Rich Foods

41. Resources for Fun http://familyfun.go.com/recipes/cooking- with-kids/ http://www.healthykidshealthyfuture.org/nu trition.html

42. Celebrating Success Everything we do matters! If we walk with purpose we will collide with destiny. Your mission is to help folks enjoy the journey! Be the fuel with your words or your teaching. We are all on this journey together. 42

43. “Start small, take one step at a time, but dream big.” 43

44. Wisconsin Beef Council www.beeftips.com THANK YOU for attending today’s Nutrient-Rich Foods presentation