Bag the Junk Blog
Junk Food Brands: Stop targeting kids 14 and younger
January 28, 2015
The recommendations, developed by a national panel of experts convened by Healthy Eating Research, provide model definitions for food marketing practices directed to children. Read More >>
The Curious Case of School Snacks
January 15, 2015
To celebrate the successes that some have achieved and to help those still figuring out their healthy food path, we need to hear from YOU! Read More >>
A Healthy Resolution or Revolution in 2015
January 7, 2015
Make a commitment to fight childhood obesity this year! Read More >>
Five Tips to Keeping Kids Active and Healthy During Winter Break
December 17, 2014
Get kids moving and eating healthy during winter break. Read More >>
Bag the Junk Launches National Healthy Schools Competition
December 3, 2014
Calling all educators, students and families — Bag the Junk wants to hear your Smart Snacks stories! Read More >>
Top Tips for a Healthy, Happy Thanksgiving
November 26, 2014
From home to the classroom, here are four ways to enjoy a healthy and happy Thanksgiving.
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Celebrate American Education Week November 16-22!
November 12, 2014
During American Education Week, schools will invite parents into the classroom for a firsthand look at what the school day is like for their children. Read More >>
Controlling Junk Food and the Bottom Line
November 5, 2014
The Illinois Public Health Institute’s Controlling Junk Food and the Bottom Line project shares findings from eight school districts that have already implemented strong nutrition standards. Read More >>
National Food Day’s 2014 “Big Apple Crunch”
October 22, 2014
National Food Day highlights the urgent need for improved food policies and nutrition education in schools. Read More >>
Celebrate National School Lunch Week!
October 15, 2014
The Alliance for a Healthier Generation would like to recognize the many schools leaders that make serving a healthy lunch at school a priority. Read More >>
Back to School With Smart Snacks!
August 14, 2014
Good News! Healthier rules for school snack food are now in place and we’ve got the skinny on how they can work for you and your students. Read More >>
Freeze the Fruit
June 25, 2014
Dig in and enjoy National Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Month with recipes and tips for enjoying fresh fruit! Read More >>
Why Free Play Is the Best Summer School
June 23, 2014
Unstructured free play helps teach kids to work productively towards self-directed goals. Check out more about the benefits of free play. Read More >>
Who Says Resolutions Are Only for January?
May 29, 2014
Who says that resolutions are only for January? Set a fitness goal to accomplish by summer’s end! Read More >>
Missed the Smart Snacks webinar? Get the recording here!
May 21, 2014
Did you miss out on our Smart Snacks webinar with Bag the Junk and Moms Rising? Don’t worry – we have the recording here for you to stream at anytime! Read More >>