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.

Introduction
What is the Kitchen Community
The San Diego Childhood Obesity Initiative
California Food Policy Council
Alliance for a Healthy Generation
California Healthy Kids
Targeting Media
Fruits Vegetables
Jamie Oliver
Travis Shaw
Laura Brehm
Julianna Gonzalez
Carol Bishop
Travis
Melissa
Making the right choice
Collaboration
Engaging Students
Is it for the school
First step for parents
Sensitivity is key
Lunch staff
Final question
Traviss thoughts
Cheryls thoughts
Julians thoughts