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According to the “U.S. Surgeon General’s Call to Action,” in the last twenty years the incidence of childhood obesity has doubled among children and tripled among adolescents. Since obese children are more likely to become obese adults, many diseases resulting from poor diets and lack of physical activity follow these children into adulthood. |
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Research has shown that African American and Hispanic children are at a higher risk for obesity than their Caucasian counterparts. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have projected that one in three U.S. children born in the year 2000 will develop diabetes. The odds are worse for African American and Hispanic children—nearly half are likely to develop diabetes. Thus, early intervention and innovative programs, such as nutrition theater, are critically needed, especially in these populations, to help reduce rising rates of diet-related diseases. |
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"I loved Lil' Red Ridin' Thru 'Da Hood...this particular production actually clicked with my students. The kids in West Philly really related to the rhythm and enthusiasm, and the involvement of students was fantastic. The talent was amazing. Thanks for all that you do for young people and even the old ones like me!" —Barbara Hoffman, Philadelphia PA [more quotes] |
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