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Newsletter last updated: Monday, March 08, 2010

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Children With Fatter Midsections At Increased Risk

Children with more fat around their midsections could be at a higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease later in life, researchers say. “While general obesity certainly has its own set of risks for the heart, we now know that all fat is not c...

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Michelle T.  Age: 14  Hometown: Mobile, AL

Michelle is an 8th grade student at Altantic Middle School in Mobile Alabama. She is active in several clubs at school including the student committee to provide healthier school lunches. When Michelle is not advocating for better food, you can fin...

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Trivia Break
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Your heart beats about 70-90 times a minute when you are resting. A mouse’s heart beats:

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Recipe of the Week Physical Activity of the Week
Microwave Vegetable Soup
Pepperoni Pizza Subs
Submitted by: Emily S, WV
Recipe of the Week
Build a Snowman
Jump and Run
Submitted by: Emma C, WV



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Speak Out Loud Results
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In a recent survey, we asked teens just like you about your small screen recreation. We got a lot of responses. Check it out!

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Take the dog for a walkDo as many jumping jacks as you can between commercialsTry Dance Dance Revolution with a friendGo swimming at the fitness centerPlay a game of street hockeyJump rope to your favorite musicGo for a hike with your family at the local park
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