#FoodFri Twitter Chat Highlights
On Friday, April 1, NCLR joined Mom’s Rising and Voices for Healthy Kids for a Twitter chat on the importance of providing healthy food for our children, as well as instilling healthy habits early in life. Nearly 1 million Twitter users were reached and over 400 took part in this vital discussion on the future of our children and community.
Check out the highlights below!
Welcome to #FoodFri! Today we are chatting with @NCLR and @Voices4HK abt #Latinos and #nutrition. Join us! pic.twitter.com/e0FJBe8M42
— MomsRising (@MomsRising) April 1, 2016
Q1: Why is it important for every child to enter kindergarten at a healthy weight? #FoodFri
— MomsRising (@MomsRising) April 1, 2016
A1: Children need to be healthy in order to learn and thrive! #FoodFri (1/3)
— UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) April 1, 2016
A1: Young children at a healthy weight are more likely to grow up to be healthy adolescents and adults. #FoodFri (2/3)
— UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) April 1, 2016
A1: Healthy children are significantly less likely to develop chronic conditions like high blood pressure and Type 2 diabetes #FoodFri (3/3)
— UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) April 1, 2016
A1: Healthy children perform better academically and have more focus in the classroom! #FoodFri
— VoicesForHealthyKids (@Voices4HK) April 1, 2016
Q2: How are we doing in terms of ensuring that all kids enter kindergarten at a healthy weight? #FoodFri
— MomsRising (@MomsRising) April 1, 2016
A2: Latino children are more likely to be at an unhealthy weight than their white peers. #FoodFri
— VoicesForHealthyKids (@Voices4HK) April 1, 2016
https://twitter.com/acdkids/status/715951432940314626
A2: Latinos make up 1/4 of the child population, and growing! But experience vast health inequities starting in infancy. #FoodFri (1/3)
— UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) April 1, 2016
A2: Too many Latino kids (30%) enter Kindergarten at an unhealthy weight. That's why this conversation is so critical. #FoodFri (2/4)
— UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) April 1, 2016
A2: Having a safe place to play can depend on where you live. All children need a place to play no matter their zip code. #FoodFri (3/4)
— UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) April 1, 2016
A2: Latino kids still face health coverage inequities, impacting their ability to be healthy https://t.co/LHTdFPzOz7 #FoodFri (4/4)
— UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) April 1, 2016
a2 Recent study in prek kids found that those who went to Head Start had a healthier BMI at school entry than did kids who did not #foodfri
— Office of Head Start (@HeadStartgov) April 1, 2016
Q3: What are the key community determinants of a child's ability to achieve a healthy weight? #foodfri
— MomsRising (@MomsRising) April 1, 2016
A3: Low-income families may need help applying for & using SNAP or WIC to support #Bthru8 nutrition https://t.co/XQxanWRQIA #foodfri
— Young Child Facts (@youngchildfacts) April 1, 2016
A3: Consistent access to healthy, nutritious food is critical for children to grow up healthy & happy. #FoodFri (1/3)
— UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) April 1, 2016
A3: Access to quality, affordable health care is important for both mother & child to ensure healthy weight. #FoodFri (2/3)
— UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) April 1, 2016
A3: Access to safe streets & plenty of green space to promote an active lifestyle early in life #FoodFri (3/3)
— UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) April 1, 2016
A3: Availability of healthy foods, health care services, & safe spaces for physical activity are key. #FoodFri
— VoicesForHealthyKids (@Voices4HK) April 1, 2016
Q4: What tips do you have for teaching young children about the importance of healthy eating? #foodfri
— MomsRising (@MomsRising) April 1, 2016
A4: Community gardens help kids learn about the importance of healthy eating, & eating what they grow! https://t.co/JoTNEfcMs1 #FoodFri 1/4
— UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) April 1, 2016
A4: Involve children in the process of choosing vegetables in the produce section of the grocery store. #FoodFri 2/4
— UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) April 1, 2016
A4: Expose them to fruits and vegetables at a young age. Try our healthy parfait! #FoodFri https://t.co/CbBsBpcTMR 3/4
— UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) April 1, 2016
A4: Eating home-cooked meals teaches children about healthy portions. #FoodFri (4/4)
— UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) April 1, 2016
A4: Kids could learn a lot from gardening! Bring a Teaching Garden to your school! https://t.co/sJSP327rvA #FoodFri
— VoicesForHealthyKids (@Voices4HK) April 1, 2016
Q5: How can we improve opportunities for young Latino children to eat healthy? #FoodFri
— MomsRising (@MomsRising) April 1, 2016
A5: We must create communities that have safe access to physical activity and availability of healthy foods. #FoodFri
— VoicesForHealthyKids (@Voices4HK) April 1, 2016
A5: Latinos are more likely to be food insecure & to live in areas where access to healthy, affordable food is non-existent #FoodFri (1/4)
— UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) April 1, 2016
A5: Providing Latino kids w/ access to healthy food would go a long way. Hunger & unhealthy weight are closely linked #FoodFri (2/4)
— UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) April 1, 2016
A5: Latinos need better access to healthy foods, which can help parents provide home-cooked, healthier meals. #FoodFri (3/4)
— UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) April 1, 2016
A5: With access to nutritious foods, parents can model healthy food buying for their children. Check out our shopping tips. #FoodFri 4/4
— UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) April 1, 2016
A5: Parents can let their child choose a new fruit or veggie at dinner or at the store. #FoodFri
— Office of Head Start (@HeadStartgov) April 1, 2016
A5 Working w/ early childhood educators, retailers et al is key to increasing access to healthy options. We all have a role to play #foodfri
— Partnership for a Healthier America (@PHAnews) April 1, 2016
Q6: How can policymakers help increase opportunities for young children & their families to be healthy? #FoodFri
— MomsRising (@MomsRising) April 1, 2016
A6: We need policies that ensure all communities have access to affordable healthy foods & equitable transportation. #FoodFri
— VoicesForHealthyKids (@Voices4HK) April 1, 2016
A6: By investing in a strong Child Nutrition Reauthorization bill to get healthy food to kids! https://t.co/oIFUVbpKkq #FoodFri #CNR2016
— Food Research & Action Center (@fractweets) April 1, 2016
A6: Investing in health & nutrition outreach and education efforts that are culturally & linguistically appropriate. #FoodFri (1/4)
— UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) April 1, 2016
A6: Hunger & obesity are closely linked. Access to healthy food in communities & in child care and pre-K programs is critical #FoodFri 2/4
— UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) April 1, 2016
A6: Reduce barriers eligible Latino children face in accessing SNAP, particularly those in immigrant & mixed-status families #FoodFri (3/4)
— UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) April 1, 2016
A6: Promoting policies that give more kids access to quality health coverage so they can see a pediatrician regularly. (4/4)
— UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) April 1, 2016
Q7: What role do nutrition programs like #WIC & #SNAP play in helping young children achieve a healthy weight? #FoodFri
— MomsRising (@MomsRising) April 1, 2016
A7: WIC & SNAP are critical for Latino kids & provide access to the nutritious food they need. https://t.co/RCYSwQzNFT #FoodFri (1/3)
— UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) April 1, 2016
A7: Over half of Latino kids under age 5 are enrolled in WIC. Latino kids in WIC are more likely to achieve a healthy weight. #FoodFri 2/3
— UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) April 1, 2016
A7: SNAP enables families, incl. nearly 5M Latinos, to purchase nutritious food. https://t.co/PXh0DDqRY8 #FoodFri 3/3
— UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) April 1, 2016
A7: WIC & SNAP provide nutritional education, health care referrals, & other support for low-income families. #FoodFri
— VoicesForHealthyKids (@Voices4HK) April 1, 2016
Yes! #SNAP is a lifeline! #SNAPmatters #foodfri https://t.co/FM84Cw4QJO
— Food Research & Action Center (@fractweets) April 1, 2016
Q8: What type of food or nutrition assistance do @HeadStartgov & Children and Adult Care Food Programs #CACFP provide for children? #FoodFri
— MomsRising (@MomsRising) April 1, 2016
A8: Head Start provides health, nutrition, and other support services to children and families. #FoodFri
— VoicesForHealthyKids (@Voices4HK) April 1, 2016
A8: in 2015, CACFP provided healthy food to 4 mil kids daily in child care centers, family care homes, & afterschool progs! #FoodFri
— Food Research & Action Center (@fractweets) April 1, 2016
A8: CACFP predominately serves pre-K children, and provides nutritious meals and snacks for over 3 mil. kids every day #FoodFri (1/4)
— UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) April 1, 2016
A8: Latino kids benefit from CACFP. #30% of 4-year olds in CACFP are Latino. #FoodFri (2/4)
— UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) April 1, 2016
A8: Low-income kids enrolled in a CACFP program are more likely to be at a healthy weight, compared to their peers #FoodFri (3/4)
— UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) April 1, 2016
A8: CACFP & Head Start help children get active by providing them w/ a safe place to play. #FoodFri (4/4)
— UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) April 1, 2016
Q9: How can state & community leaders give more young children & their families access to healthier options? #foodfri
— MomsRising (@MomsRising) April 1, 2016
A9: Check out these success stories from around the country: https://t.co/JW7iMRc0I8 #FoodFri
— VoicesForHealthyKids (@Voices4HK) April 1, 2016
A9: By taking advantage of Healthy Food Financing Initiatives to expand access to nutritious food in their communities. #FoodFri (1/4)
— UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) April 1, 2016
A9: Providing neighborhood grocery stores that serve fresh produce & other healthy food w/in walking distance #FoodFri (2/4)
— UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) April 1, 2016
A9: Promoting an active lifestyle by investing in safe streets/sidewalks & green space for kids to run, bike, and play! #FoodFri (3/4)
— UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) April 1, 2016
@NCLR We encourage programs to replace juice with milk at meals. And, make water available throughout the day. #FoodFri
— Office of Head Start (@HeadStartgov) April 1, 2016
Q10: Good nutrition is only one piece of the puzzle for staying healthy. What else can kids/parents do? #foodfri
— MomsRising (@MomsRising) April 1, 2016
#LetsMove! Child Care focuses on our kids being ready to learn. Physical Activity + Healthy Eating = Healthy Kids, Ready to Learn. #FoodFri
— HHS OASH Region II (@HHS_HealthReg2) April 1, 2016
A10: Advocate for healthier policies at their kids’ school, in their neighborhoods, and in their communities #FoodFri (1/4)
— UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) April 1, 2016
A10: Give their kids plenty time outside, whether it’s at school, an afterschool program, or at the park! #FoodFri (2/4)
— UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) April 1, 2016
A10: Parents can promote age-appropriate physical activity for their children. #FoodFri (3/4)
— UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) April 1, 2016
A10: Enroll your child in health coverage! Medicaid & CHIP are open year-round https://t.co/2Amso7Dp7Y #FoodFri (4/4)
— UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) April 1, 2016
A10: All families should have safe spaces for physical activity! Check out our free resources: https://t.co/42mloEJcuh #FoodFri
— VoicesForHealthyKids (@Voices4HK) April 1, 2016
Thank you to everyone who joined the #foodfri chat today! Special thanks to @MomsRising @MamasConPoder & @Voices4HK!
— UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) April 1, 2016
This blog post is part of Comprando Rico y Sano, a program supported by the Walmart Foundation.
