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August 17, 2014

This year as kids go back to school, school food will be getting even healthier. Smart Snacks went into effect July 1st , updating the national nutrition standards for vending, school stores, fundraisers, and a la carte in school cafeterias. Also, school lunches and breakfasts continue to get...

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Migdalia Rivera

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August 15, 2014

Growing up, my Mami stressed the importance of breakfast. She knew it fueled my day, giving me the energy I needed to pay attention in school. Today, research shows school breakfast participation has been linked to fewer occurrences of student hunger, decreased tardiness and absenteeism , as well...

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Migdalia Rivera

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August 8, 2014

We couldn't walk away. A challenge had been thrown down: " Make a pledge to do something in your community that reduces children’s intake of sugary drinks ." Never one to back down, MomsRising.org has taken up the challenge! Join us this Friday, August 8, 2014, at 1p.m. EST, on Twitter for our...

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Migdalia Rivera

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July 2, 2014

This 4th of July, my family and I are heading to a family shindig. We'll be spending time with family and friends around the pool and laughing around the backyard tables.

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Migdalia Rivera

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June 24, 2014

Eating out accounts for a third of Americans’ calories and contributes to poor nutrition and obesity . Restaurant foods and beverages often contain high levels of calories, saturated fat, sugars, and salt, and not enough fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. And restaurant practices, like large...

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Migdalia Rivera

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June 18, 2014

Parents have spoken. Nationwide 78 percent of parents think that healthier food in schools will increase academic performance and 90 percent of Americans want K-12 schools to play a role in reducing obesity in their community. The USDA heard and implemented USDA nutritional standards for school...

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Migdalia Rivera

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June 11, 2014

With school out and summer in full swing, how do you keep health eating a priority for kids? Before you throw in the towel, join @MomsRising and Jill West, RD, author and registered dietitian, to talk about summer activities that foster healthy eating. We’ll also discuss healthy tips for road trips...

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Migdalia Rivera

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May 28, 2014

As a parent, I am super excited about today's #FoodFri Tweetchat! We're discussing healthier options for school food rewards and parties so that you, as a parent, can be prepared to offer fun, creative, healthy choices to kids of all ages! Join #FoodFri this Friday, May 30, 2014, at 1 PM EST as @...

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Migdalia Rivera

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May 21, 2014

When I was young, I relished summer. It was full of friends, laughter, and fun. It was a time when I could wake up late and relax. Yet, for many children this is not the case. For 1 in 5 children today, summertime means hunger. And, no child should grow up hungry in America. Join @MomsRising and @...

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Migdalia Rivera

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May 15, 2014

Another week, another fabulous #FoodFri tweetchat! MomsRising is proud to team up with Fed Up, a film and social action campaign centered around sugar.

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Migdalia Rivera