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Houston, TX March 11, 2013
Oliver Foundation to present at the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics has selected " Partnering Teens and Tweens to STOP Childhood Obesity: A Teen Mentor Tells All " submitted by the Oliver Foundation to be presented at the National meeting in Houston, Texas at the George R. Brown Convention Center October, 21 2013. The presentation is about the STOP 2048® program and classes instructed by Baylor College of Medicine and the Oliver Foundation at YES Prep Public High School, Southeast campus, Houston, TX. The program is supported by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas through its " Healthy Kids, Healthy Families" initiative . " Were proud to give our support to the Oliver Foundation as a Healthy Kids, Healthy Families community partner, " said Dr. Eduardo Sanchez, vice president and chief Medical officer, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Complete Press Release
Houston, TX February 11, 2013
Healthy Choices Grants Available
The Oliver Foundation has new funding opportunities available, $750 - $3,000 for 2013-2014 for both summer programs and school year that are directed toward the prevention of childhood obesity, teach healthy eating habits and physical activity. Programs should be sustainable. The Healthy Choices grants are available for individual teachers, campus grade level and campus wide programs. Teachers, nurses, principals, health fitness and any campus staff member may apply. Complete Press Release
Houston, TX September 12, 2012
The Oliver Foundation Receives Grant from Blue Cross Blue Shield
The Oliver Foundation announced today that it received a $193,000.00 grant from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) through it's Healthy Kids, Healthy Families initiative. Because of our commitment to teach kids and families to Make Healthy Choices for Life!®, we are now partnering with BCBSTX in the prevention of childhood obesity. " Were proud to give our support to the Oliver Foundation as a Healthy Kids, Healthy Families partner", said Debbie Cox community affairs manager for BCBSTX. "Through the Oliver Foundations work, we expect to see measurable improvement in childrens health by the implementation of their "STOP 2048®" Program at YES Prep Public Schools, Southeast campus". Complete Press Release
Houston,TX October 26, 2010
Oliver Foundation Contributes to YES Prep's Strategy for Academic Success
The Oliver Foundation, a Houston-based 501 ( c )(3) organization dedicated to the prevention of childhood obesity, is currently conducting a program entitled, STOP 2048, at YES Prep Academy, whereby high school students learn nutrition, physical education and social skills in an effort to mentor younger students on this important component of academic success. YES Prep was featured last month on Oprah, when the charter public school was awarded a $1 million grant from Oprah's Angel Network and praised for its success with 100% of YES Prep students accepted to four year colleges. Complete Press Release
Houston,TX May 06, 2010
Arizona Fleming Elementary #1 in Texas Fuel Up To Play 60 Competition
Arizona Fleming was the winning school in Texas and Bradley Easterling isn't surprised after seeing the daily commitment made by students. Easterling said 670 of the school's 690 students participated in Fuel Up to Play 60. He led students through a daily series of stretches and exercises during the morning announcements and was proactive in helping them track their results on the web site. Nationwide, 60,000 schools participated in Fuel Up to Play 60 in the first year. Dairy MAX signed up more than 7,400 schools in Texas, Oklahoma and New Mexico and provided grant support to 12 pilot schools and another 38 enhanced schools to help them get their programs off to a successful start. Arizona Fleming is one of the directed intervention campuses of the Oliver Foundation's Oliver Kids Team project in Fort Bend ISD. Complete Press Release
Houston,TX April 26, 2010
YEAH! YOUTH EXCITED ABOUT HEALTH:Teen Board members present at Uniting Against Childhood Obesity Conference
The Oliver Foundation Teen Advisory Board members, President Carissa Gilbert, Fort Bend Baptist Academy, Vice President Jeremy Marchand, High School for Performing and Visual Arts, Board Member Sydney Fucci, St. Michael Catholic School and President Emeritus Makenzie Kink, The Woodlands High School presented at the Uniting Against Childhood Obesity, Shaping Our Future conference held April 26-29, 2010 at the Westin Galleria in Houston, TX. The conference was hosted by The Greater Houston Area Health Education Center. Presenting with the teens were Deborah L. Woehler, MS, RD, LD, Executive Director, Oliver Foundation and Chermaine Tyler, Ph.D., Baylor College of Medicine, Children's Nutrition Research Center. Complete Press Release
Houston,TX September 08, 2009
Oliver Foundation Joins the as USDA's MyPyramid Alliance
The Houston-based Foundation Shares a Common Goal in Keeping Children Healthy - The Oliver Foundation joins the United States Department of Agriculture's MyPyramid Alliance, which helps children understand how to create a balanced diet and what types of food their bodies need to maintain good health. The Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion, an organization of the U.S. Department of Agriculture created MyPyramid as a tool to translate the Dietary Guidelines for Americans into food recommendations to improve the nutrition and well-being of Americans. Complete Press Release
Battle Creek, MI February 01, 2009
OrganWise® Guys Hit the Big Time
From W.K.Kellogg Foundation Newsletter February 2009: What do a Georgia chiropractor, a Louisiana State University star quarterback, a Texas foundation, and a Mississippi alliance fighting childhood obesity have in common? Why, a set of plush, colorful, talking organs, of course. The story begins in 1993 when the OrganWise Guys® came to life - ten winsome characters (eleven if you count both Kidney Brothers) designed to teach young children about their body's internal workings, and how healthy habits keep everything running smoothly. A few years later, creator Dr. Michelle Lombardo signed on to work with a program to address childhood obesity in Mississippi. It was then that Sir Rebrum® and his gang became stars of a successful model of health education for children, with books, DVDs, and grade-level curriculum packages. Complete Press Release
Houston, TX July 24, 2009
Being Smart About Going Back to School : The Oliver Foundation Suggests Healthy Lunches and Snacks Families Can Prepare Together
The Oliver Foundation, a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization based in Houston, Texas encourages families to send kids back to school with the proper nutrition they need to succeed in the classroom. Planning ahead and cooking meals and snacks the night before will give students a head start in staying healthy and keeping fuel in the body. With the current economy keeping some foods off the grocery list, these ideas will help keep costs down while avoiding turning to fast food which is usually much higher in calories, fat and less nutrient dense than foods prepared at home. With a little extra planning, kids can get the proper nutrients that are vital to their healthy growth. Complete Press Release
Houston,TX June 17, 2009
And the Biggest Winner Is....Brazos Bend Elementary School!
And the Biggest Winner Is.......Brazos Bend Elementary School! Three Schools Take Home Important Healthy Messages over Summer Break Three Elementary Schools in Fort Bend Independent School District have been ensconced in The Biggest Winner contest since March 23, 2009. Arizona Fleming Elementary, Brazos Bend Elementary and Dulles Elementary have involved the entire campus - the students, teachers, administrators and campus staff including, cafeteria workers and janitors in an eight-week competition to determine which school has the most participation in losing bad habits and building a healthy lifestyle. The ultimate goal for the program was to encourage students and their families to practice making healthy choices through the end of the school year and continue to employ those habits over the summer months. Complete Press Release
Houston, TX April 13, 2009
Three Elementary Schools Square Off for THE BIGGEST WINNER Contest
Three Elementary Schools in Fort Bend Independent School District will begin The Biggest Winner contest on March 23, 2009. Arizona Fleming Elementary, Brazos Bend Elementary and Dulles Elementary are involving the entire campus - the students, teachers, administrators and campus staff including cafeteria workers and janitors in an eight-week competition to determine which school has the most participation in losing bad habits and building a healthy lifestyle. The ultimate goal for the program is to encourage students and their families to practice making healthy choices through the end of the school year and continue to employ those habits over the summer months. The three elementary schools partner with The Oliver Foundation and Baylor College of Medicine to create the program and track the results. Complete Press Release
Houston,TX March 06, 2009
Mayor White Proclaims Houston Registered Dietitian's Day
Mayor White Proclaims Houston Registered Dietitian's Day In Conjunction with the Oliver Foundation and ADA's National Nutrition Month Mayor Bill White proclaims March 11, 2009 as Houston Registered Dietitian Day, which coincides with National Nutrition Month, the American Dietetic Association's national awareness campaign for March. Along with initiatives of the Mayor's Wellness Council and the New Year New You! Challenge, the proclamation encourages families struggling with weight issues to consult a registered dietitian and get help in creating a healthy, balanced life. Currently, there are nearly 600 registered dietitians in the Houston area. Complete Press Release
Houston,TX March 03, 2009
Fried and On a Stick! Eaters Beware of Huge Portions and Hidden Calories at the Rodeo
Fried alligator on a stick, foot long corn dogs, deep fried onions, chocolate dipped cheesecake on a stick, funnel cakes, turkey legs and deep fried candy bars and Oreos® - talk about falling off the chuck wagon. Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo goers look forward to eating their way through the Midway each year, but just how many calories are in those indulgent foods? It is estimated that frequent attendees can add up to seven pounds over the three weeks of roping, riding, calf scrambles and of course, the Midway. Complete Press Release
Sugar Land,TX March 02, 2009
WATCH Week Health Fair at Sugar Land Town Square
The WATCH Week Health Fair will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2009 from 11 am to 3 pm in Sugar Land Town Square, 2711 Town Center Blvd. Fort Bend ISD"s Wellness Committee, the Safe and Drug Free Schools Department, Fort Bend County Medical Society Alliance and Sugar Land Town Square Management Company partner to bring the "Watching Your Wellness Health Fair" to FBISD students, staff and community. More than 50 booths will provide health information, giveaways, health screenings and entertainment. The Oliver Foundation Teen Board will provide a kids zone with games and physical challenges. Complete Press Release
Houston,TX January 05, 2009
Russell Shepard Making His Mark: On and Off the Football Field
Making His Mark: On and Off the Football Field Russell Shepard Bids Farewell to the Oliver Foundation Teen Board Much has been written in the last few months about the Cy-Ridge High School, now LSU Tigers, star quarterback, Russell Shepard. What most people do not know about Shepard is that he is a member of the Oliver Foundation Teen Board, Y-E-A-H, Youth Excited About Health! The Oliver Foundation is a Houston-based non-profit organization dedicated to the prevention of childhood obesity. His contribution to the community and a younger generation of Houstonians has enabled him to leave yet another mark, off the football field. In 2005, along with seven other members, he was nominated by Dr. Ken Cohen, applied and was accepted to the Teen Board. With peers from middle and high schools across the greater Houston area, Shepard has mentored elementary aged children about eating healthy, getting exercise and being a leader in their schools and communities. Complete Press Release
Houston, TX January 02, 2009
No New Years Quick Fixes: Make it a Lifestyle!
The three to ten pounds gained over the holidays, if not lost over the next few months, can add up to significant weight gain over a period of years. Although it only took a month to put them on, it will often take longer to come off. In order to lose a pound, one must burn or trim from the diet 3,500 calories, whether they are carbohydrates, fat, protein or calories from alcohol. Burning an extra 350 calories per day can add up to a loss of nearly 35 pounds per year. Many diets promise the quick loss of pounds, but the bigger question is, "Can I sustain this as a lifestyle?" Fad diets can be self-sabotage -- to lose the weight only to put it back on when resuming a normal diet. Why not start with a plan that will gradually build a healthy lifestyle? Complete Press Release
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