N Is for Nutrition - How Are Schools Helping Prevent Childhood Obesity - TEDMED Great Challenges

Explore the efforts to combat childhood obesity through school nutrition programs in this hour-long TEDMED Great Challenges discussion. Delve into innovative approaches like school gardens, fresh food initiatives, and nutrition education. Learn from experts including Travis Robinson of The Kitchen Community as they examine the sustainability and impact of these programs. Discover how schools are transforming lunch menus, involving students in food production, and promoting healthier eating habits. Gain insights into government involvement, potential improvements, and the role of organizations like the San Diego Childhood Obesity Initiative and the California Food Policy Council. Discuss the importance of targeting media, increasing fruit and vegetable consumption, and engaging students in making healthier choices. Consider the challenges faced by lunch staff, the need for sensitivity in addressing obesity, and strategies for parents to support these efforts. Hear diverse perspectives on the future of school nutrition and its potential to prevent childhood obesity.