#SaludTues Tweetchat 1p ET 9/1/15: “Why Health is Cool for Back to School”

With the growing percentage of Latino students, schools are an important environment to support of a culture of health.  Research shows that Latino children are exposed to and consume more unhealthy meals and snacks than non-Latino students, partially because schools with a higher proportion of Latino students tend to have weaker policies regarding access to competitive foods in schools.  Additionally, research shows that Latino students engage in less physical activity both in and out of school compared to their peers, partially because schools with a higher proportion of Latino students tend to offer less time for physical activity. Several barriers to physical activity and nutritious food still exist within Latino communities, both in and out of schools.  It is important for ...