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The nutrition assistance programs
administered by the United States Department of Agriculture’s
Food and Nutrition Service |
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(FNS) reach millions of children and
low-income people each day. They provide access to food
resources and, through nutrition education, assist families in
making healthier choices. |
The FNS core nutrition messages support the agency’s long-standing commitment to improving the nutrition of children and low-income families. The recently released
messages, supporting tips, advice, and guidance complement the earlier core messages, MyPlate, and the Dietary Guidelines for Americans.
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Primary Audience
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Key Topics
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Mothers of Preschool Children (2-5)
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Mothers of Elementary School-Aged Children
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Children (8- to 10-Year-Old)
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Fruits and vegetables
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Whole grains
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Low fat milk
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Child feeding
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These resources were designed to reach and resonate with mothers and children served by WIC, SNAP, Child Nutrition, and other
Federal nutrition assistance programs. New web-based tools help to convey key messages -
videos,
widgets, and a
video game for kids – and illustrate some of the many ways to disseminate the messages.
The messages make it easier for State and local agencies to
deliver consistent messages and “speak with one
voice;” a goal that FNS
supports. When programs work together to coordinate efforts,
they increase the likelihood that participants receive their
messages and take action.
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Last modified:
05/03/2012 |
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