IN THIS ISSUE Look AHEAD Clinical Trial Launched in June 2001 New Obesity Gene Discovered Heart-healthy Dietary Guidelines Released Preventing Childhood Obesity: A Multi-pronged Approach WIN Plans for the Future National Diabetes Education Program Plans New Campaign for Comprehensive Care Children's Nutrition Materials From Other Organizations Meeting Notes WIN NIDDK
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New WIN Publications Active at Any Size. 2001. This 22-page booklet encourages very large people to be active and fit. It addresses the benefits of being active, how to get started, and what physical activities large people can do. Walking, water workouts, dancing, bicycling, weight training, stretching, and lifestyle activities are described. The booklet includes safety tips and an extensive list of additional resources. Print copies are available from WIN (1-877-946-4627). Electronic copies can be viewed or printed from WIN's website at http://win.niddk.nih.gov/.
Sisters Together: Move More Eat Better brochure series. 2001. Three new colorful and culturally appropriate brochures offer Black women, their families, and their friends practical, science-based tips to move more, eat better, and ultimately, improve their quality of life. One brochure is geared toward young, single women, another toward working women with families, and the third toward older women. Print copies are available from WIN (1-877-946-4627). Electronic copies can be viewed or printed from WIN's website at http://win.niddk.nih.gov/.s
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