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University of California Cooperative Extension San Luis Obispo County Nutrition Food Safety Consumer Economics Spring 2006 Do More, Watch Less! The prevalence of adolescent obesity has dramatically increased in the last three decades. Among the most significant causes is the role of television and screen time. Do More, Watch Less! is a toolkit for after school programs and youth serving organizations to encourage tweens (ages 10-14) to incorporate more screen-free activities into their lives while reducing the time they spend watching TV, surfing the internet, and playing video games. Developed by the California Obesity Prevention Initiative, California Department of Health Services, the toolkit was field-tested with, and designed specifically for tweens. The toolkit includes step-by-step instructions and handouts that guide tweens through hands-on activities, including: tracking the time they typically spend in front of a screen; embarking on a challenge to go screen-free for up to a week; setting a goal to engage in no more than two hours of screen-based activities per day; and celebrating their efforts to reduce their screen-time. This approach is based on the research of Tom Robinson, MD, Stanford University, who has been a pioneer on the issue of TV viewing and weight in children. Collaborative partners who assisted in the development of Do More, Watch Less! included University of California, Berkeley, Center for Weight and Health; California Project LEAN; TV Turnoff Network, and University of California, San Francisco. Obtain a PDF copy of this tool at http://www.dhs.ca.gov/obesityprevention For more information contact: Joanne Gooley MA, RD; Physical Activity Coordinator California Obesity Prevention Initiative (COPI) Department of Health Services (916) 449-5294 (ph.) (916) 552-9912 (fax) Inside Update Do More, Watch Less!... 1 Vegetarian Nutrition Resource List for Consumers............ 2 Quick Money & Retirement Facts................ 2 Successful Grassroots Health and Wellnesss Programs: Exploring Common Traits......... 3 Pilot Test Sites Sought....4 Camera-Ready Resources. 4 How America Eats.......4 Upcoming Events Apr 7 Successful Programs for Combating Overweight in Young Children Apr 25-26 Cooperative Extension Educational Showcase Source: e-mail from Nancy Gelbard, MS, RD, Chief School Health Connections and California Obesity Prevention Initiative. Cooperative Extension Work in Agriculture, Home Economics, and 4-H / Youth Development U.S. Department of Agriculture, University of California, and San Luis Obispo County Cooperating Update Spring 2006

Vegetarian Nutrition Resource List for Consumers The USDA Food and Nutrition Information Center has posted a consumer resource guide titled: Vegetarian Nutrition Resource List at http://www.nal.usda.gov/fnic/pubs/bibs/gen/vegetar ian.htm This publication is a compilation of resources on vegetarian nutrition suitable for the consumer. The resources are in a variety of information formats: articles, pamphlets, books and full-text materials on the internet. Resources chosen provide information on many aspects of vegetarian nutrition and contain accurate information. The resource guide includes contact information for the organizations that developed the listings. Interested individuals are encouraged to check back to the website often as the listing is currently undergoing revisions. Each item has been placed in one or more of the following six categories: A. General Information on Vegetarian Nutrition Articles and Pamphlets Books Magazines and Newsletters Web Resources B. Vegetarian Diets and Disease Prevention and Treatment Articles and Pamphlets Books Web Resources C. Vegetarian Diets for Special Populations Vegetarianism during the Lifecycle Resources for Pregnancy and Lactation Resources for Infants and Children Resources for Adolescents Resources for Older Americans Resources for Athletes D. Soyfoods Books E. Vegetarian Cooking and Foods Books Web Resources F. Resource Centers Note: Opinions expressed in the publication do not necessarily reflect the views of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. These resources are not available through the USDA; please use the contact information to obtain copies. Source: USDA Food and Nutrition Information Center, http://www.nal.usda.gov/fnic/pubs/bibs/gen/vegetarian.htm Quick Money & Retirement Facts 1/3 of consumers say they have NO money for retirement. 23% of consumers expect to never retire or retire after age 70. 28% of consumers expect social security to be a major source of retirement income. 40% of consumers are worried about having enough money to live comfortably when they retire. Source: Heather Greet, www.experian.com, Experian-Gallup Personal Credit Index Shown One-Third of Consumers Have No Money Saved for Retirement as printed in Today s Consumer, University of California Cooperative Extension, 25:1, Winter 2006. Update Spring 2006 2

Successful Grassroots Health and Wellness Programs: Exploring Common Traits The American Council for Fitness and Nutrition (ACFN) has identified six key characteristics among grassroots health and wellness programs that are creating positive change in communities nationwide. Those characteristics are examined in a report released by ACFN on its 2005 TRIUMPH (Trends, Resources and Inspiration for Understanding and Maintaining Physical Health) series. The report also contains specific recommendations to community leaders interested in enhancing or launching a health and wellness initiative, and critical questions for parents to ask when considering involving their children. A PDF version of the report can be downloaded from the ACFN website at http://www.acfn.org/e1/. Entitled Successful Grassroots Health and Wellness Programs: Exploring Common Traits, the report provides guidance for local leaders who aspire to launch, endorse or enhance health and wellness initiatives in their communities, and for parents who are considering involving their children and families. The six highlighted characteristics are: 1. In programs serving at-risk populations, cultural relevance matters. 2. When it comes to programs serving children, making it fun makes all the difference. 3. When a healthier citizenry is a priority for government, positive change ensues. 4. In advocating for health and wellness across an entire community, a champion for the cause can make all the difference. 5. While the focus is increasingly on children, programs exist serving all ages. 6. The workplace is a great place to lay the groundwork for success. Source: ACFN press release, Grassroots Health and Wellness Programs Make an Impact. http://www.acfn.org/pressrelease/010406/ 1-888-5-OPT-OUT Tired of receiving unsolicited credit offers in the mail? You can now remove your name from the mail listings that many companies use to send credit offers. Simply call 1-888-5-OPT-OUT. By following the phone prompts you can have your name and address removed for 5 years or you can request that your contact information be removed permanently. This program provides for names and addresses to be removed from solicitation lists associated with the four major credit reporting bureaus. Update Spring 2006 3

Pilot Test Sites Sought Money Talks Should I Be Listening? is a money management program for teens based on what teens said they want to learn and how they want to learn about money. Developed by the University of California Cooperative Extension, the curriculum includes fun newsletters, computer games, DVDs, and leaders guides. The first five lessons are My Money Personality, Savings Made Simple, Shopping Savvy, Car Costs, and Hunger Attack. Available free at www.moneytalks.ucr.edu, the newsletters, video games, and DVDs are in English and Spanish. Two new components to the curriculum have just been developed and are ready for pilot testing. How America Eats In October, American food consumption trends over the last 20 years (1985-2005) were released. Key findings include: The number of meals eaten in a restaurant today is 80 meals per person annually, a decrease from 93 meals per person in 1985. The number of meals purchased at a restaurant and eaten in the car is 32 meals per person today, an increase from 19 meals per person in 1985. Ninety-two percent of take-out lunches come from fast food restaurants today, and 92 percent of individuals consume some form of ready-to-eat foods in the home on a daily basis. Money Talks Should I Be Banking? series consists of three lessons entitled Savings Account Strategies, Taking Charge of Your Own Checking Account, and The E-Banking Experience. Money Talks Should I Be Charging? includes two lessons, Keys to Credit and Dealing the Cards of Credit. We are interested in partnering with academic and community organizations that work with teens to pilot test the new components of the Money Talks curriculum. Cooperating sites will be provided all materials free of charge and a $50 gift card for each newsletter/lesson plan tested. Interested in helping teens develop lifelong money management skills? Contact Shirley Peterson at 781-5951 to learn how to become involved with the Money Talks program. Source: NPD Reports Americans Eat Differently 20 Years Later-The NPD Group Releases Findings From its 20 th Annual Report on Eating Patterns in America news release, October 6, 2005. Camera-Ready Resources In this issue of Update, the following camera-ready resources are included: Meet the Grain Group: Tips for Using MyPyramid. Developed by the University of Nebraska Lincoln, this handout summarizes the difference between whole grains and refined grains. A color version and an accompanying PowerPoint presentation can be downloaded at http://lancaster.unl.edu/food/grains.shtml Obesity Fact Sheet. Developed by the County of San Luis Obispo Public Health Department, this publication provides current statistics regarding the extent, severity, economics, and causes of the growing obesity rates. Update Spring 2006 4

Resources New Database: Herbs and Supplements, A Z-- MedlinePlus has a database of information about herbs and dietary supplements. Information is available in English and Spanish. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/herb_all.html Children's Environmental Health Database--in November 2005, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) launched a searchable database, called TEACH (Toxicity and Exposure Assessment for Children's Health), with over 1,400 references to chemicals that have the potential to affect children's environmental health. The database is designed to improve the information base related to children s environmental health risks by providing a listing and summary of scientific literature applicable to children's health risks due to chemical exposure. The database is at http://www.epa.gov/teach/index.html Mercury Levels in Commercial Fish and Shellfish February 2006 --The US Department of Health and Human Services and the US Environmental Protection Agency have updated a listing of mercury levels in fish. The listing contains a section for fish with the highest levels of mercury, the fish with the lowest levels of mercury, and a third listing that includes mercury levels of fish that do not follow into one of the other category. The updated list is available at http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~frf/sea-mehg.html Upcoming Events Friday, April 7 Successful Programs for Combating Overweight in Young Children. Keynote speaker: Dr. Pat Crawford, Co-Director of the Center for Weight & Health, UCB. Panel of health and child care experts address local research and programming. 9 AM 12 Noon. Cooperative Extension Auditorium, 2156 Sierra Way, SLO. Cost: $15. Three (3) professional credits pending for RDs, RDTs, Nurses and Family & Consumer Sciences professionals. $15 for early registration. Registration flyer enclosed. Monday & Tuesday, April 25-26 Cooperative Extension Educational Showcase. Come see the many nutrition, food safety, parenting, literacy, and money management educational resources available from UC Cooperative Extension. More than 20 curricula and publications will be on display. Drop by anytime Monday, April 27, 12 noon-6:30 pm or Tuesday, April 28, 9 AM 1 PM. Cooperative Extension Auditorium, 2156 Sierra Way, SLO. Free. Flyer enclosed. One (1) professional credit is pending for RDs, RDTs, and Family & Consumer Sciences professionals. Update Spring 2006 5

Cooperative Extension University of California NUTRITION, FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCE 2156 Sierra Way, Suite C San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Return Service Requested Subscription Information If you would like to subscribe to UPDATE newsletter electronically, please email dgatto@co.slo.sa.us. Shirley Segna Peterson, M.S., R.D. Extension Advisor Nutrition, Family, and Consumer Science U.C. Cooperative Extension 2156 Sierra Way, Suite C San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-4556 (805) 781-5951 (voice), (805) 781-4316 (fax) E-Mail: sspeterson@ucdavis.edu To simplify information, trade names of products and/or company names have been used. No endorsement of named products and/or companies is intended, nor is criticism implied of similar products and/or companies, which are not mentioned. The University of California prohibits discrimination or harassment of any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics), ancestry, marital status, age, sexual orientation, citizenship, or status as a covered veteran (covered veterans are special disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, Vietnam era veterans, or any other veterans who served on active duty during a war or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized) in any of its programs or activities. University policy is intended to be consistent with the provisions of applicable State and Federal laws. Inquiries regarding the University s nondiscrimination policies may be directed to the Affirmative Action/Staff Personnel Services Director, University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources, 300 Lakeside Drive, 6 th Floor, Oakland, CA 94612-3550, (510) 987-0096. Update Spring 2006

UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA LINCOLN EXTENSION IN LANCASTER COUNTY 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln, NE 68528 (402) 441-7180 http://lancaster.unl.edu/food Meet the Grain Group Tips for Using MyPyramid By Alice Henneman, MS, RD & Extension Educator and Bev Benes, PhD, RD January 2006 Eating foods rich in fiber, such as whole grains, as part of a healthy diet, provides several health benefits. These include: reducing the risk of coronary heart disease, reducing the incidence of constipation, and helping with weight management. Daily Amount MyPyramid recommends eating the equivalent of six ounces of grain products daily for people on a 2,000 calorie diet (to find out your personalized MyPyramid Plan, go to http://mypyramid.gov). In the grains food group, a 1 ounceequivalent is the amount of food counted as equal to a 1-ounce slice of bread. The following are all 1 ounce-equivalents : 1 slice of bread 1 small (6") flour or corn tortilla 1 mini bagel 1/2 English muffin 1 small (2-1/2" diameter) muffin 1 cup ready-to-eat cereal 1/2 cup cooked cereal 1/2 cup cooked rice 1/2 cup cooked pasta 3 cups popcorn MyPyramid recommends making at least half of your daily grains whole grains. Whole vs. Refined Grains Grains can be divided into two subgroups: whole grains and refined grains. Whole grains are made from the entire grain seed (usually called the kernel) which consists of the bran, germ and endosperm. If the kernel has been cracked, crushed or flaked, it must retain nearly the same relative proportions of bran, germ and endosperm as original grain to be called whole grain. Examples of whole grains: whole wheat whole oats, oatmeal whole grain corn popcorn brown & wild rice whole rye whole grain barley buckwheat tritacale bulgur millet quinoa sorghum Refined grains have been milled, removing the bran and germ. This process also removes much of the B vitamins, iron and dietary fiber. Most refined grains are enriched, which means certain B vitamins (thiamin, riboflavin, niacin and folic acid) and iron are added back after processing. Fiber is not added back to most enriched grains. Examples of refined grains: white flour degermed cornmeal white bread white rice Reading Labels Graphic from http://www.pueblo.gsa.gov/cic_text/food/grain/train.pdf Choose foods with a whole grain ingredient listed first on the label s ingredient list (note: ingredients are listed in descending order of weight from most to least). Color is not an indication of a whole grain bread can be brown because of molasses or other added ingredients. Read the ingredient list to see if A Ingredients: Wheat flour, water, high fructose corn syrup, molasses, wheat bran... Ingredients: Whole wheat flour, water, brown sugar... Which is the whole grain bread? Choose foods with a whole grain ingredient listed first on the label s ingredient list. A a grain is a whole grain. Use the Nutrition Facts label to help choose whole grain products with a higher % Daily Value (%DV) for fiber. The %DV for fiber is a good clue to the amount of whole grain in the product. Watch wording on grains! Foods are usually not whole-grain products if labeled with these words: multi-grain, stone-ground, 100% wheat, cracked wheat, seven-grain, bran. Note: Bran provides fiber, which is important for health. However, products with added bran or bran alone are not necessarily whole grain products. Adapted from information found at MyPyramid.gov. B Answer: B Which grain food is higher in fiber? Use the Nutrition Facts label to help choose whole grain products with a higher % Daily Value for fiber. B Answer: A Extension is a Division of the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources at the University of Nebraska Lincoln cooperating with the Counties and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. University of Nebraska Lincoln Extension educational programs abide with the non-discrimination policies of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

FRIDAY APRIL 7, 2006 8:30 AM 12 Noon Cooperative Extension Auditorium 2156 Sierra Way San Luis Obispo Speaker Panel: Local health and child care experts address research and programming for preventing childhood obesity in San Luis Obispo County. Keynote Speaker: Dr. Pat Crawford Co-Director Center for Weight & Health University of California Berkeley Professional credits pending for Registered Dietitians, Diet Techs, and Family & Consumer Sciences professions. Provider (University of California Davis Department of Nutrition) approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider 7573 for 3 contact hours. Sponsored by: University of California Cooperative Extension San Luis Obispo County Center for Weight and Health, UC Berkeley For additional Program information, contact Shirley Peterson at 805-781-5951. For Registration information and curricula orders, contact Darryn at 805-781-5940. Space limited to 60 attendees. Shirley Segna Peterson, M.S. R.D. Extension Advisor Nutrition, Family & Consumer Sciences Learn about the research, development, and evaluation of educational programs for preventing obesity in preschool children. 20% Discount on two Cooperative Extension curricula purchased at the conference: -Let s Get Moving! Working Together to Promote Active Lifestyles in Young Children Regular price--$55, Conference Price (includes tax) $47.19 -Fit Families Novela Series: For Parents Who Want the Best for Their Families (English & Spanish) Regular price--$65, Conference Price (includes tax) $55.77. ORDER FORM ON BACK Sponsor reserves the right to cancel in the event of inadequate registration. Facility is wheelchair accessible. Persons needing other access accommodations should contact Cooperative Extension by March 24, at 805-781-5940. Efforts will be made to accommodate your special needs. Successful Programs for Combating Obesity in Young Children Name: Company/Profession: Mailing address: City: Zip: Email:(for registration confirmation): Phone: ( ) Make Checks Payable To: UC REGENTS $15 Early Registration (postmarked by March 24) $10 FULL TIME Student (majoring in health fields) postmarked by March 24. $25 Late Registration (postmarked after March 24). $35 On-site Registration (if space is available). Requests for refunds must be in writing and postmarked by March 24, 2006. NO REFUND AFTER MARCH 24. Mail to: Combating Obesity Conference, University of California Cooperative Extension, 2156 Sierra Way, #C, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-4556. The University of California prohibits discrimination or harassment of any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics), ancestry, marital status, age, sexual orientation, citizenship, or status as a covered veteran (covered veterans are special disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, Vietnam era veterans, or any other veterans who served on active duty during a war or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized) in any of its programs or activities. University policy is intended to be consistent with the provisions of applicable State and Federal laws. Inquiries regarding the University s nondiscrimination policies may be directed to the Affirmative Action/Staff Personnel Services Director, University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources, 300 Lakeside Drive, 6 th Floor, Oakland, CA 94612-3550, (510) 987-0096.

Pre-orders for curricula-prices include sales tax and reflect a 20% discount: Let s Get Moving Kit: $47.19 X quantity = Let s Get Moving Extra Pamphlets: $4.29 X quantity = $ Let s Get Moving Extra Activity Cards: $12.87 X quantity = $ Fit Families Novela Series: $55.77 X quantity = $ Fit Families Novela Extra Novelas: $25.74 X quantity = $ Let's Get Moving! Working Together to Promote Active Lifestyles in Young Children This new resource kit introduces quick and easy ways to incorporate short bursts of physical activity into the daily routines of kids ages 2 7. $47.19 Additional sets of 10 pamphlets from the Let's Get Moving kit. $4.29 Additional sets of activity cards from the Let's Get Moving kit. Price includes 10 sets of 7 cards, for a total of 70 cards. $12.87 Fit Families Novela Series: For Parents Who Want the Best for Their Families (English and Spanish in one kit) This bilingual kit is for health professionals working with parents of young children. Using characters that are struggling to make improvements in their own families health habits, the three videos and novelas help parents see how small changes can make a big difference. $55.77 10 extra copies of each of the 3 fotonovelas from the Fit Families Novela Series. $25.74 Purchases may be made by check or cash. Checks payable to: UC Regents-Publications Pre-orders available on the conference registration form. Curricula also available for purchase at the conference at a 20% discount. Total Curricula Order $ PLEASE SUBMIT SEPARATE CHECKS FOR REGISTRATIONS & PUBLICATIONS UC Cooperative Extension University of California San Luis Obispo County 2156 Sierra Way, Suite C San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Sponsored by: University of California Cooperative Extension San Luis Obispo County Center for Weight and Health, UC Berkeley FRIDAY APRIL 7, 2006 8:30 AM-12 Noon Learn about the research, development, and evaluation of educational programs for preventing obesity in preschool children. Successful Programs for Combating Overweight in Young Children

` Drop in ANYTIME Cooperative Extension Auditorium 2156 Sierra Way San Luis Obispo Tuesday, April 25, 12 noon - 6:30 PM & Wednesday, April 26, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM FEATURING more than 25 Cooperative Extension curricula and publications on: Nutrition Parenting Literacy Money Management Let s Get Moving Working Together to Promote Active Lifestyle in Young Children The Fit Families Novela Series for parents who want the best for their children. Eat Smart. Play Hard. San Luis Obispo County! Eating Healthy. Buying Right. -nutrition and money management for Food Stamp recipients. Make it Safe. Serve it Safe. train-the-trainer food safety curriculum The Lunch Box English/Spanish newsletters on packing healthy lunches for preschool children Making Every Dollar Count English/Spanish curriculum for limited resource families Money Talks Should I be Listening? English/Spanish newsletters & website for teens Gateway to a Better Life English/Spanish workforce preparedness curriculum Little Books English/Spanish books to promote reading skills in 4 year old children and more... Come see the many high quality educational resources available from Cooperative Extension. All resources are reasonably prices and many are FREE! Pre-registration requested, by not required, by April 14, 2006. Participants who pre-register will receive a free resource packet. To register call 805-781-5940 or e-mail dgatto@co.slo.ca.us The University of California prohibits discrimination or harassment of any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics), ancestry, marital status, age, sexual orientation, citizenship, or status as a covered veteran (covered veterans are special disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, Vietnam era veterans, or any other veterans who served on active duty during a war or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized) in any of its programs or activities. University policy is intended to be consistent with the provisions of applicable State and Federal laws. Inquiries regarding the University s nondiscrimination policies may be directed to the Affirmative Action/Staff Personnel Services Director, University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources, 300 Lakeside Drive, 6 th Floor, Oakland, CA 94612-3550, (510) 987-0096.

UC Cooperative Extension University of California 2156 Sierra Way, Suite C San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Non-Profit Organization US Postage and Fees Paid San Luis Obispo, CA PERMIT NO. 235 Return Service Requested FEATURING more than 25 Cooperative Extension curricula and publications on: Nutrition Money Management Parenting Literacy Shirley Segna Peterson, M.S., R.D. Extension Advisor Nutrition, Family, and Consumer Science U.C. Cooperative Extension 2156 Sierra Way, Suite C San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-4556