Exciting news to share today from The Walt Disney Company. We’ve just launched a new initiative to help parents raise healthy, happy children called Disney Magic of Healthy Living. It’s a program encouraging smart eating and exercise through a year-long series of inspiring public service announcements featuring First Lady Michelle Obama and some Disney Channel stars, including Nick Jonas and Brenda Song. Here’s a first look:
One of the big highlights of the program will take place right here at the Walt Disney World Resort. Children will be able to compete in a national essay contest to write about their ideas for living a healthy life at home, at school or in their communities. The contest will be open to kids ages 8 to 14 on October 21, 2010, and entries can be submitted through December 1, 2010. Fifty winners will be invited to Disney Magic of Healthy Living – The Weekend event at the Walt Disney World Resort. For more information about the contest, visit Disney.com/healthyfun.
Disney Magic of Healthy Living is also online. We’ve launched two new dedicated websites:
- Disney.com/healthyfun will engage children about healthy living. Disney stars will help children learn everything from the latest dance move to easy snacks they can make after school.
- Family.com/healthymagic will offer ideas and resources for parents. You’ll have access to a number of resources to help make healthy living for the whole family – from meals to articles from leading experts.
And the initiative will include a $1 million contribution from Disney to help build play spaces and gardens in 10 underserved communities nationwide. Disney will be working with KaBOOM!, a renowned non-profit organization with the vision of creating a great place to play within walking distance of every child.
Check out one of the new websites today and let us know what you think.
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I think that it is a great idea. Hopefully it will promote healthy eating to the younger generation.
This is a great addition to the strides Disney IS making at WDW. The availability of carrots as a FREE option to french fries, whole grains & veggie burgers, creative salad options & SmartWater at many quick service locations have really made a difference in our dining habits at the parks. Keep up the great work!
this is very good
Absolutely agree that the first place to start is in the Parks!! The first time we were there my oldest (4 at the time) refused the children’s menu because he said “too many fats & oils” (which he was learning in preschool! I do understand it is difficult to feed large numbers of people efficiently, however perhaps the following could be tried: Instead of hamburgs & hot dogs, have a sandwich shop (whole grain breads, lean meats, fresh fruits & veggies), reduce chips & fries & substitute a fruit cup for free, et and smaller portion sizes. Love you Disney & glad you are working to help keep kids healthy
How about nutritional information on park food? I want to know calorie / fat gram counts so I can make better decisions on park food.
This is so cool, and what a great idea! I was thrilled last week when I was in the Magic Kingdom and saw fresh fruit being sold in Tomorrowland. We all need more healthy alternatives, and I think it is great that Disney is heading this up.
Hopefully this will roll over into more healthy snack and meal options in the parks!
Just reposted at missioncleankids We can’t wait to use the resources to help our community!
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Bravo! As a father of two young daughters, I struggle every day trying to install the values of healthy living in them. I applaud the efforts of First Lady Michelle Obama and Disney in raising awareness to this issue. Kudos!
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