Child-care facilities can do more to promote healthy eating and physical activity among preschoolers

Child-care facilities can do more to promote healthy eating and physical activity among preschoolers: As use of preschool child care increases and prevalence of childhood obesity is at an all-time high, the opportunity to positively impact eating and exercise habits within this setting presents itself. A new review describes and evaluates research addressing opportunities and strategies for the prevention of obesity in child-care settings. It examines the current status of state regulations, practices and policies, and interventions for promoting healthy eating and physical activity.