Pennington Biomedical launches Greaux Healthy to combat childhood obesity

Pennington Biomedical has launched Greaux Healthy, a new program aimed at combating childhood obesity in Louisiana.

The program, which is funded by a $5 million grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), will provide nutrition education, physical activity programs, and other resources to families in Baton Rouge and New Orleans.

Childhood obesity is a serious problem in Louisiana. According to the CDC, more than one in four children in the state is obese. Obese children are more likely to develop chronic health problems, such as heart disease, diabetes, and stroke.

Greaux Healthy is designed to help families make healthy choices and reduce their risk of obesity. The program will provide nutrition education classes, cooking demonstrations, and physical activity programs.

The program will also provide families with access to healthy food and other resources.

Greaux Healthy is a comprehensive program that will provide families with the tools they need to make healthy choices and reduce their risk of obesity.

The program is based on the latest research on childhood obesity prevention. It is also tailored to the specific needs of families in Louisiana.

Greaux Healthy is a promising new program that has the potential to make a real difference in the lives of children in Louisiana.

Here are some of the key components of the Greaux Healthy program:

• Nutrition education classes: These classes will teach families about healthy eating habits and how to make healthy choices.
• Cooking demonstrations: These demonstrations will show families how to prepare healthy meals.
• Physical activity programs: These programs will provide families with opportunities to get regular physical activity.
• Access to healthy food: The program will provide families with access to healthy food, such as fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.
• Other resources: The program will also provide families with other resources, such as information on healthy recipes and tips for making healthy choices.

Greaux Healthy is a comprehensive program that will provide families with the tools they need to make healthy choices and reduce their risk of obesity.