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Nutrition, Physical Activity and Obesity Prevention Program
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Our Mission
The state Nutrition, Physical Activity & Obesity Prevention Program (NPAOP) works to reduce the burden of death and disease related to overweight and obesity in Texas. We base our activities on the most current and proven public health strategies, and then partner with state and local organizations, groups and communities across the state to promote science-based nutrition and physical activity interventions, policies and environmental changes to prevent and control obesity and overweight.
Our Vision
Healthy foods and an active lifestyle are the easy choice throughout Texas communities
Our Focus Areas
Balancing caloric intake and expenditure through: |
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Increased physical activity |
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Improved nutrition through increased breastfeeding initiation, duration and exclusivity |
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Increased consumption of fruits and vegetables |
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Decreased consumption of high energy-dense foods |
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Decreased consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages |
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Decreased screen/television time |
What’s New
Last Updated April 2, 2008
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