Healthy Choices VT

A group of concerned Vermonters working to address Vermont’s obesity crisis, diet-related diseases, and create healthier food options for Vermont’s children.

[Healthy Choices VT @HealthyChoiceVT]

Research shows that what children drink from age 0 - 5 can impact their long-term health. Pass S.141, healthy kids’ meals, through the VT House in 2020! #vtpoli https://t.co/HbDPOVQwY8

[Healthy Choices VT @HealthyChoiceVT]

For the first time ever, 35% or more of the people in nine U.S. states have obesity, up from seven the previous year. That’s according to the 16th annual State of Obesity: Better Policies for a Healthier America report.https://t.co/9lhTQ2i3di.

[American Heart Association - Vermont @americanheartvt]

Sweetened drinks are the biggest source of added sugar in our diet. In Vermont, we are taking preventative measures by pushing for healthy drinks in restaurant kids meals. https://t.co/FRVPJUjceR

[European Food Information Council (EUFIC) @EUFIC]

#Obesity is a complex disease that is influenced by a variety of factors. Reducing risk requires an integrated approach across different sectors, from our town centres to healthcare settings.

Let’s not blame the individual but share the responsibility as society!

[Healthy Choices VT @HealthyChoiceVT]

Just published!
A report in JAMA Internal Medicine that shows sugary drinks increase the risk of death from any cause.https://t.co/Q0SXTAWr7g

[Healthy Choices VT @HealthyChoiceVT]

Delaware lawmakers passed a bill making it the 3rd state to stop restaurants from pushing soda and other sugary drinks on kids. Bill awaiting Gov. Carney's signature. https://t.co/ZS223koqpx #vt #vtpoli

[Healthy Choices VT @HealthyChoiceVT]

“No parent would ever dream of letting their child dump sugar into the drink that comes with their dinner; yet, in one kids’ size, 12-ounce cup of soda lies a hidden 10 teaspoons of sugar.” 😳
#VT #vtpoli
https://t.co/nIbF0LcurZ… via @vtdigger

[Healthy Choices VT @HealthyChoiceVT]

By supporting water, milk, or 100% juice as the default beverage for kids’ meals in restaurants, we can normalize healthy habits. Call your local representative today and express support for S.141!
#HealthyKidsMeals #VT #vtpoli
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[UConn Rudd Center @UConnRuddCenter]

Even though a majority of Americans understand that soda, for instance, is bad for them, a Gallup poll revealed that 48 percent of Americans surveyed drink soda on a daily basis.
https://t.co/fhPS9wWti8

[Healthy Choices VT @HealthyChoiceVT]

HI Senate joins growing list of states, including #VT, who have passed legislation stating that default beverage on kid’s menus be milk, water or other healthy option.

https://t.co/DKgJz09liX

[Healthy Choices VT @HealthyChoiceVT]

S. 141 will add #VT to the growing list of states and municipalities including CA and NYC that have put our kid’s health first. Contact your representative to voice your support.

https://t.co/WpNCjBVoE3

#vtpoli

[Healthy Choices VT @HealthyChoiceVT]

Margo Wooten from the Center for Science in the Public Interest on the importance of healthy choices for parents at restaurants. #VT #vtpoli

[Healthy Choices VT @HealthyChoiceVT]

Vermont has joined this suit against the USDA to stop the rollback of healthy school meal rules. #VT #vtpoli
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[Healthy Choices VT @HealthyChoiceVT]

Ever wonder how much soda kids drink? #VT #vtpoli

[Healthy Choices VT @HealthyChoiceVT]

In a single year, a person who consumes one soda per day will ingest 50 total pounds of sugar. https://t.co/e51NxgERjp via @VNewsUV
#VT #vtpoli

[Healthy Choices VT @HealthyChoiceVT]

NYC Council Passes Healthy Kids Meals Bill making healthy beverages the default option for kids meals. https://t.co/jvDcyozaof #vtpoli

[Healthy Choices VT @HealthyChoiceVT]

The American Academy of Pediatrics and the AHA, have endorsed a range of strategies designed to curb children's consumption. S.141 is a step in this direction. #vtpoli #VT

https://t.co/9e7KyTh5kb

[American Heart Advocacy @AmHeartAdvocacy]

Kids are drinking a BATHTUB full of #sugarydrinks every year! That's why we're joining the @AmerAcadPeds in calling for additional taxes across the U.S. on sugary beverages and limits on marketing to children.

[Healthy Choices VT @HealthyChoiceVT]

#VT Senate Passes Kids Meals Bill - ensuring VT restaurants offer healthy beverages, not sugary drinks, as an automatic option for kids meals. https://t.co/ufjZhFJCB4 #vtpoli