Monday, October 17, 2011
7:00-9:00 pm
Enterprise Square - Gallery
10230 Jasper Ave., University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB
Please RSVP: [email protected]
Acting Together on Healthy Eating for Children
We may think we know a lot about a healthy diet, but recent research has found that even foods
with nutritional claims on their packaging might not be that healthy. This can be frustrating for
those trying to make healthy food purchases and choices. It’s also a challenge to maintain a
healthy diet when flashy cartoon ads are placed on unhealthy food packages and junk food is
tied-in with TV shows and movies for kids.
Healthy eating for children needs to involve government, the food industry, schools, and
communities. Academia should also be involved to promote action that is based on evidence.
Come out to hear representatives from these groups discuss the current problem and debate
solutions.
Experts:
Dr. Kim Raine
Dr. Charlene Elliott
Mr. Dave Colburn
Applied Public Health Chair and
Professor
Centre for Health Promotion
Studies, University of Alberta
Canada Research Chair
Food Marketing, Policy and
Children's Health, University of
Calgary
Board Chair, Board of Trustees
Edmonton Public Schools
Moderator:
Dr. Nancy Edwards
Scientific Director
CIHR – Institute of Population and Public Health