Childhood obesity in preschoolers has declined

A new report released by the CDC states that childhood obesity in preschoolers has declined in several states*.  

• Obesity rates decreased slightly in 19 of 43 states and territories.
• Obesity rates increased slightly in 3 of 43 states and territories.
• Obesity rates did not change in 21 of 43 states and territories.

I know that we still have more work to do but let all of us who have worked so hard to promote

• healthy eating
• healthy foods
• cooking at home
• family meal times
• promoting activity
• school nutrition
• and all the other programs, organizations and individuals who are helping children develop healthy habits

enjoy this victory.  

Congratulations to all the hard work because we are beginning to see the results with healthier children.