1. Linda Kempster, CTW1 Declaring War on Obesity A fight that can be won!

2. Linda Kempster, CTW2 "Nutrition & Kids” Presents some... Scary Statistics 25% school-age kids are overweight and 12.5% are obese. 50% of obese kids over 6 become obese adults. 70%-80% of obese adolescents become obese adults. 77% of Californians are out of shape.

3. Linda Kempster, CTW3 Price of Obesity The costs of childhood obesity more than tripled in the last 20 years to $127 million. Obesity is a recognized killer but insurance will very rarely cover any costs associated with its’ treatment. –Only the cost of related medical conditions are covered.

4. Linda Kempster, CTW4 Price of Complacency If we do not reverse the trend, health costs will be astronomical. –St. Paul Star-Tribune, 4/18/02 The epidemic of obesity is resulting in obese adults and hurting kids down to the age of 5. More overweight kids are going into hospitals for diabetes (including Type 2), sleep apnea, asthma, hypertension and high blood pressure.

5. Linda Kempster, CTW5 Faces of the Enemy Increased intake of unhealthy food –Super-sized portions lead to super-sized kids with super-sized problems. Decreased physical activity –Video, computer games and TV have replaced bikes, jump-ropes and skates. –School athletic programs have been cancelled.

6. Linda Kempster, CTW6 Enemy Encampments School cafeterias serve food higher in fat and lower in nutrition than in the past. On-site selections have been supplemented by the mall-type food courts populated by popular fast food establishments. Soda and candy is conveniently available from vending machines.

7. Linda Kempster, CTW7 Lifetime POWs Kids follow the example set by adults –Those raised with healthy eating habits will have them for life. Taste buds can be programmed away from sweet, salty or greasy foods.

8. Linda Kempster, CTW8 Killer Food Rewards Kids who are rewarded with special foods and treats choose those over more healthy alternatives. –Carrot cake is really not healthy –French fries are really not a vegetable.

9. Linda Kempster, CTW9 Paying for not Playing Activity programs need to be reinstated in the schools. Adults need to control the time kids spend in sedentary activities. Parents should try to participate with their kids in biking, walking, hiking, swimming, etc. to increase interest.

10. Linda Kempster, CTW10 The Frightening Future Fallacy: Survey released ranked AIDS, cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and then obesity as a “serious concerns”. Truth: Obesity kills more people than AIDS and often underlies heart disease and diabetes.

11. Linda Kempster, CTW11 Arm Your Kids for Battle Teach them about the right foods. Have fun eating a variety of fruits and vegetables with them. Help them learn to pack their own lunch. Find a “fit friend” to partner with for walks and outdoor activities.

12. Linda Kempster, CTW12 You are Not Alone A study in Glasgow found 9 out of 10 parents are happy to take kids for fast food even though they know it is bad for them because it is full of fat. Scottish parents are restricting outdoor play for fear of crime and are not letting kids walk to school.

13. Linda Kempster, CTW13 Adults not Immune Public education needs to increase about the dangers of obesity. 25% of Americans are obese and 60% are overweight. Of 900 adults surveyed, 50% were overweight but only 25% felt it was a problem. Only 33% feel obesity is a serious issue.

14. Linda Kempster, CTW14 The Key to Success The best tactic is to focus on the young and educate them early in the benefits of the rights foods and the proper exercise.

15. Linda Kempster, CTW15 You are in Control Invest some time learning how to make the right choices. Help kids recognize if they are surrounded by poor examples.

16. Linda Kempster, CTW16 You can Shape Your Kids’ Future Let the kids pick the condition they want to be in Establish health goals Prepare a gradual plan that can be followed Plan to succeed

17. Linda Kempster, CTW17 How to Save Lives Reduce the reliance on empty foods. Protect your heart by eating right. Plan to avoid diabetes, heart trouble and arthritis by managing your weight. Learn more about good foods.

18. Linda Kempster, CTW18 The Life Saving Message for Kids Exercise more –Play while you can - adulthood will take that away soon enough and you’ll long to be told to go outside and play! Eat right –Learn what good foods can do for you and how the wrong ones hurt you.

19. Linda Kempster, CTW19 The First Step Begin using the Nutrition and Kids game to learn about choices. Inform Scout leaders, club organizers, teachers in school and at church to use it for fundraising instead of foods that are bad for toddlers, teens and adults.

20. Linda Kempster, CTW20 The Second Step Begin today to make a difference In your life, and In the lives of those you care about! NUTRITION & KIDS ADVENTURES - CD

21. Linda Kempster, CTW21 NUTRITION & KIDS ADVENTURES " Nutrition and Kids Adventures " is a cutting edge game designed to help kids teach themselves about proper nutrition, healthier foods, and having a healthy body. Ideal for elementary school aged children, our aim is not only to bring higher mentality and awareness of how important nutrition plays a roll in or physical or mental health, but also to generate a generous amount of funds that can be given to schools and organizations for the betterment of education to our young people, which is so vital to our future. Check out Nutrition & Kids Adventures CD Now