Still Time to Be Observant

by Joy Keller
... Diabetes Month To find out more, visit www.healthfinder.gov/library/nho/. (Wellness) ...
Although we’re almost at the halfway mark in 2007, it’s not too late to factor in National Health Observances. Health observances are days, weeks or months devoted to highlighting particular health concerns. Think ahead and take advantage of these occasions to offer a special program, contest or celebration. The following list will get you started: June 11&ndas...

Feeding the Teen Spirit

... on teens and nutrition, see www.kidshealth.org , www.healthfinder.gov (try the link to “Just for You” and click on ...
By providing sound direction, good food sources and a nurturing environment, parents can help ensure that teens make healthy dietary decisions now and develop good eating habits that last a lifetime. To offer your teens optimal support with their nutrition, use these tips from Jenna A. Bell-Wilson, MS, RD, LD, consultant for New Mexico Sports and Wellness in Albuquerque and Southwest C.A.R.E. Center in Santa Fe.
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