Chef Jamie Oliver is as determined as many to see Childhood Obesity come to a screeching end. There is nothing flattering about our Obesity statistics in America. Frankly, at the end of the day, we have no one to hold accountable, but ourselves for the state of our eating habits and lack of exercise.
We, as citizens of United States, have the ability to transform the landscape of nutrition in our schools and universities. However, the practice of nutrition and portion must start at home. A "movement" is the only way to bring about such a change. Jamie Oliver, another supporter of First Lady Michelle Obama's initiative, has been on such a crusade to win back the health of our children (our future):
We're losing the war against obesity in the US. It's sad, but true. Our kids are growing up overweight and malnourished from a diet of processed foods, and today's children will be the first generation ever to live shorter lives than their parents. It's time for change. It's time for a Food Revolution.
"Since I've been working in America, I've been overwhelmed by the number of people who have come out to support the Food Revolution. More than 630,000 people have signed the petition, over 300,000 of you subscribe to our newsletter and thousands of you have written to me. The only message I keep hearing is that you believe your kids need better food, and that you want help to keep cooking skills alive. That's why this Food Revolution matters."
Jamie Oliver
The problem stems from the loss of cooking skills at home and the availability of processed foods at every turn, from the school cafeteria to church function halls, factories and offices. This Food Revolution is about saving lives by inspiring everyone: moms, dads, kids, teens and cafeteria workers to get back to basics and start cooking good food from scratch.
-Jamie Oliver
So, if you have not guessed by now, I am in full agreement with First Lady Michelle Obama and Jamie Oliver about our condition, and on board with a much needed Food Revolution for America. DYGandM aka Drink Your Greens and Mineral!
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