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Friday, November 16, 2007

Day of Healthy Food

The Health Commissioner of the European Union launched the "European Day of Healthy Food and Cooking", as a way to promote healthy eating and living amongst children. Fourteen member states are participating in the Day, sponsoring activities that range from cooking demonstrations by top chefs to workshops promoting a healthy lifestyle.
"Commissioner Kyprianou said 'Good habits practiced from an early age are more likely to continue into adulthood. Through this partnership with Euro-Toques, the Commission aims to promote the importance of healthy eating to children in a fun and interactive way. Encouraging children to enjoy healthy eating and physical exercise is the best investment that we can make for their future."
One of the events was an interactive cooking lesson hosted by four professional chefs in Brussels, who talked with 60 children about the benefits of eating well.

Labels: nutrition, healthy_eating, lifestyle

Posted By: Aspen Education Group