Childhood obesity is one of our nation’s leading health threats. Today about 25 million kids (ages 2-19) in the United States are obese or overweight. That’s nearly one of every three kids. The obesity epidemic is clearly taking its toll, as more and more kids are developing conditions and diseases typically associated with adults. The Alliance for a Healthier Generation, a partnership between the American Heart Association and the William J. Clinton Foundation, is taking preemptive measures against obesity to ensure that future generations won’t struggle with illnesses associated with poor food choices and lack of physical activity. The Alliance for a Healthier Generation is looking for every day moms living in urban areas who have contributed to the healthy habits of their families. read more Katelyn Dubbs wants to be healthy so she can do all the activities she wants to do and not be sick. To stay healthy she sometimes picks a salad for lunch at school. read more Kids today need to learn that healthy foods can be delicious! Invite your child to help you prepare nutritious and delicious food. Try this month’s recipe for Fresh Tomato Pizza. get the recipe	We dare you...no we double dare you...okay make that a triple-double-plus- infinity dare you...to get active, eat better and have fun. Would you be up for such a thing? Go to igohugo.org to get started. Helping your kids get and stay healthy isn’t always easy. It’s hard for them to resist the unhealthy snacks, sodas and fast food that seem to be all around them. It’s also tough to get them away from the television and computer screens and find places for them to play and exercise. Click below for helpful tips and information to help you empower kids to get healthier. HealthierGeneration.org AmericanHeart.org