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Kids Get Healthy, Redondo Beach, CA (2025)

02/25/2025

🌈🍎 Invest in Brain Health through Nutrition!

🧠✨ At Rainbow Chefs Academy, we believe that starting early with healthy eating sets the stage for a lifetime of wellness and success. 🌟

Did you know that what your child eats can directly impact their brain health and cognitive development?

It’s true!

That’s why we’re passionate about educating young minds on the importance of nutritious choices. 📚💡

Here are some delicious brain-boosting foods we love to incorporate into our recipes:

🥦 Leafy greens like spinach and kale - packed with vitamins and antioxidants.
🍓 Berries - rich in antioxidants and essential nutrients.
🥑 Avocado - full of healthy fats for brain function.
🐟 Fatty fish like salmon - a great source of omega-3 fatty acids.
🥚 Eggs - contain choline, a nutrient important for memory and brain development.
🥕 Carrots - high in beta-carotene, which supports brain health.

At Rainbow Chefs Academy, we prioritize REAL, whole foods over processed snacks.

Our hands-on classes not only teach culinary skills but also empower kids to make informed choices about what they eat.

💪🥗 Let’s nourish those young minds together for a brighter, healthier future!

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Our mission is to empower children with the knowledge and skill to offset childhood obesity and diabetes in our country.⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣
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We will get there… one Rainbow Chef at a time. ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣

09/02/2024

🚨Maternal Obesity & Childhood Weight Issues Linked via DNA Changes 🧬⁣
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📚 In a study published in BMC Medicine, scientists delve into the connection between maternal pre-pregnancy obesity (OWO) and the risk of childhood obesity, especially within high-risk demographics in the U.S.⁣
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📈 Stats: Childhood obesity in the U.S. has surged from 18.5% (2015-2016) to 19.7% (2017-2020), affecting a staggering 14.7M children, disproportionately impacting minorities. Maternal pre-pregnancy obesity, occurring in roughly 25% of U.S. pregnancies, is a key contributor.⁣
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🔬 Despite suspicions that maternal obesity could trigger epigenetic changes influencing childhood obesity, conclusive evidence has been lacking.⁣
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🧬 This research, however, brings us one step closer to understanding the genetics of childhood obesity linked to maternal pre-pregnancy obesity, particularly in underrepresented racial groups in the U.S. ⁣
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🔍 About the Study:⁣
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It focused on 903 mother-child pairs, primarily comprising urban, low-income minorities. ⁣
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They collected detailed data on maternal demographics, lifestyle, and medical history. Cord blood samples were collected and analyzed for DNA methylation, a process affecting gene activity.⁣
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✅ Out of 903 mother-child pairs, 71% of mothers were Black, and boys made up 52.9% of the children.⁣
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✅ Maternal pre-pregnancy BMI was a median of 26.62 kg/m².⁣
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✅ 53% of mothers were classified as having OWO, and 63.2% of children were considered OWO between ages one and 18.⁣
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✅ The study identified specific genes linked to maternal BMI, with significant DNA methylation differences.⁣
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✅ Surprisingly, maternal smoking didn’t have a significant impact on DNA methylation.⁣
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✅ Most crucially, certain DNA changes in children mediated obesity risk at different ages.⁣
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🧪 Take home:⁣
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Understanding these connections opens doors to interventions to tackle the growing problem of childhood obesity and could potentially transform public health strategies.⁣
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📖 STUDY: PMID 37612641⁣
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08/18/2024

Today is my birthday and I am grateful for everything in my life, especially my health. ⁣
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I don’t take a second of it for granted and my birthday wish is that none of you will either. ⁣
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You have one life, one body. ⁣
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Cherish it. ⁣
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Much love, ⁣
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08/09/2024

🏫🍎 Impact of School-Based Interventions on Pediatric Obesity: A Systematic Review 🧒🍔⁣
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Key Insights:⁣
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📚🔍 Study Scope: Examined 27 studies within schools to tackle pediatric obesity.⁣
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🏃‍♂️❤️ Physical Health: Active pursuits, like sports, enhance kids’ cardiovascular wellness.⁣
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🥗🥦 Diet’s Impact: Dietary improvements outweigh just physical activity.⁣
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👫🏋️‍♀️ Balancing Act: Merging diet and activity is potent against obesity.⁣
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💪🧠 Sustaining Success: Developing habits needs ongoing backing.⁣
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Healthy Eating Impact:⁣
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🍏 Nutrition Matters: Nourishing diets control calories and sustain well-being.⁣
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🍽️ Portion Savvy: Learning proper sizes prevents overindulgence.⁣
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🚫🍰 Cutting Harmful Foods: Lowering sugars and processed foods curbs obesity risks.⁣
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👩‍🍳 Cooking for Health: Cooking lessons & better choices reduce obesity.⁣
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🥦 Smart Nutrition: Empowering kids with food knowledge promotes healthier habits.⁣
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Physical Activity Effects:⁣
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🏋️‍♀️ Active Living: Regular exercise combats obesity & supports metabolism.⁣
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💪 Stronger Body: Strength training reduces fat, builds lean mass.⁣
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💓 Healthy Hearts: Exercise boosts cardiovascular health, lowers risks.⁣
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Behavioral Change & Self-Efficacy:⁣
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💡 Behavior Boost: Strategies like goal setting help create healthier lives.⁣
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🌟 Motivated Choices: Self-confidence fuels lasting habits.⁣
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👥 Supportive Networks: Peers, family, & pros aid kids’ obesity fight.⁣
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🧠 Mind & Society: Study psychological & social triggers for better strategies.⁣
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👪 Team Effort: Parents, teachers, healthcare pros unite for kids’ health.⁣
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Conclusion:⁣
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🥦 Nutrition Power: Diet & practical steps lead the obesity fight.⁣
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⚖️ Balance Wins: Diet + activity = most successful approach.⁣
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08/03/2024

🚨 FAKE FOOD, REAL RISK 🚨

KEY POINTS:

🍭Despite growing worries about their health impacts, artificial sweeteners are increasingly being used in foods and drinks marketed for children.

💡 Researchers and nutrition experts express concerns about the long-term health effects of artificial sweeteners, especially in children, as there is limited research on their impact on young bodies.

🌽 The U.S. food supply now includes numerous sweeteners, making it challenging for parents to find snacks and drinks marketed to kids that are sweetened with just sugar.

🔬 While certain sweeteners have been researched and considered safe, the long-term consequences of their consumption, especially in large amounts, remain uncertain.

⚠️ Unlike drugs, food additives, including sweeteners, do not undergo the same level of scrutiny and regulation by the FDA.

📚 Recent studies indicate that certain artificial sweeteners, such as sucralose, can cause DNA damage and affect the lining of the intestines, though further research is needed.

⚖️ While substituting sugar with artificial sweeteners may help reduce calorie consumption in the short term, it does not necessarily result in sustained weight loss in adults or children.

💥 Aspartame, a commonly used sweetener, has been labeled a potential carcinogen by a World Health Organization panel, raising concerns about its safety.

🍬 Research suggests that sweeteners can trigger taste receptors and contribute to increased food intake, potentially leading to excessive calorie consumption.

👶 Kids have a natural inclination for sweeter tastes, and exposure to ultra-sweet foods may reinforce their preference and contribute to cravings for even sweeter foods.

🍔 Foods high in artificial sweeteners, salt, and fat may be addictive and associated with psychological distress, including depression.

⚠️ Many parents find it challenging to navigate food labels and determine safe consumption amounts of sweeteners for their children’s health.

SOURCE: Washington Post - Laura Reiley

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08/01/2024

🌱 August is National Wellness Month!

Let’s prioritize Health & Well-Being this month… here’s a few ideas…

🏃‍♀️Get Moving!

🎶 Turn up the music and have a dance party in the living room!

🏞️ Head to the park for some outdoor games like tag, frisbee, or soccer.

🌳 Take family bike rides or go on nature hikes and explore the great outdoors.

🍓🥦 Eat Healthy!

🥗 Cook together in the kitchen and try out new healthy recipes.

🍉 Create a “rainbow plate” challenge, where each meal includes a variety of colorful fruits and veggies.

🍧 Treat yourselves to homemade smoothies or fruit popsicles

🧘‍♂️😴 Sleep Well!

🤗 Establish a bedtime routine

🏰 Create a fort in the living room for a family movie night or reading session.

😴 Practice deep breathing exercises together before bedtime to encourage relaxation.

🎉👪 Celebrate Family!

🎲 Plan a family game night with board games or charades.

🌟 Have a “gratitude circle” at dinner, where each family member shares what they’re thankful for.

🗺️ Take a day trip or explore local attractions together to make new memories.

😊 Happy August! 😊

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07/20/2024

🚨 Concerning 🚨 ⁣
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Weight loss drugs for 6-year-olds? 😱 Eli Lilly is testing Mounjaro shots on kids as young as 6! 🤯⁣
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👉 Both Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly, the pharmaceutical giants behind Ozempic and Mounjaro, are experimenting with GLP-1 shots, which are usually safe for adults. ⁣
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These drugs are known for their effectiveness in regulating insulin and reducing appetite, primarily used for diabetes but also as weight loss aids in recent years.⁣
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📌 Eli Lilly’s trial, a small Phase 1 study, is examining the effects of Mounjaro on kids with obesity as young as six years old. ⁣
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This is much smaller and earlier in the research process compared to ongoing Phase 3 trials involving teenagers.⁣
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❌ GLP-1 drugs, while generally safe for most adults, do come with dangerous, rare side effects, including cases of stomach paralysis that may not be reversible. ⁣
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Additionally, there have been reports of suicidal thoughts in some people using these drugs, prompting regulatory authorities to investigate these cases closely.⁣
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👦👧 Novo Nordisk, the maker of Ozempic, has been running clinical trials on kids as young as six with a low-dose, daily injectable GLP-1 called Saxenda. ⁣
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This trial includes discussions with young participants about “healthy food choices” and increasing physical activity.⁣
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🤔 The key concern here is that while these drugs may offer promise for adult weight loss, scientists don’t fully understand how they might work in children’s developing bodies and brains. ⁣
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It raises the question: ⁣
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Is it ethical to test these weight loss drugs on children as young as six? ⁣
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What are your thoughts on this matter? 😰 ⁣
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07/12/2024

🚨 Urgent Health Alert 🚨 ⁣⁣
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Researchers from France are ringing the alarm bells about the harmful effects of ultra-processed foods! 🥘🍔🍟⁣⁣
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Findings in the British Medical Journal (BMJ) emphasize the serious health risks associated with these foods, including obesity, type 2 diabetes, and heart diseases. 😱❤️⁣⁣
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Most studies focus on nutrients, not food processing. ⁣⁣
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So, whether it’s homemade soup or a canned version with additives, they’re treated the same in health research. 🥣⁣⁣
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Over 70 studies link ultra-processed foods to weight gain and diseases, even suggesting they’re as addictive as to***co! 🚬🍔⁣⁣
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The authors call for government action: promote minimally processed foods, limit marketing of ultra-processed foods, and educate the public about the risks. 📢⁣⁣
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Also, we need more independent research to identify harmful substances. ⁣⁣
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Some known culprits include furans, acrylamide, and industrial trans-fatty acids. 🧪⁣⁣
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But that’s not all! ⁣⁣
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These foods might also expose us to harmful contaminants, such as phthalates, bisphenols, and microplastics. 😬🍶⁣⁣
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Plus, the additives in ultra-processed foods may harm our gut microbiome and lead to inflammation and DNA damage. 😵🧬⁣⁣
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It’s time to ditch the junk and choose healthier options. 🥦🍎 ⁣⁣
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You and your children’s health are at stake. ⁣⁣
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Stay informed! ⁣⁣
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