Nutrition and physical activity in child care: Results from an environmental intervention

Description:

A study of the impact of a Nutrition and Physical Activity Self-Assessment for Child Care (NAP SACC) intervention to promote healthy weight development in preschool children on child care practices, environments, and polieces in 56 intervention centers and 26 control sites in North Carolina over six months

Resource Type:

Reports & Papers

Author(s):

Ward Dianne Stanton; Benjamin Sara E.; Ammerman Alice S.; Ball Sarah C.; Neelon Brian H.; Bangdiwala Shrikant I

Funder(s):

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (U.S.); North Carolina. Division of Public Health

Country:

United States

State(s)/Territories/Tribal Nation(s):

North Carolina

Date Issued:

October 2008

Journal Title:

American Journal of Preventive Medicine

Volume Number:

Issue Number:

Page Range:

352-356

Topics:

6. Programs, Interventions & Curricula > 6.2. Interventions/Curricula > 6.2.8. Physical & Mental Health, Safety & Nutrition

ISSN:

0749-3797

Paper

1873-2607

Online

Peer Reviewed:

Yes

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