We blogged a few weeks ago about National Nutrition Month. Coinciding with that, the First Lady is celebrating the one year anniversary of the Let’s Move! campaign, the initiative that has provided information and resources on ending childhood obesity. Watch her video on the steps taken since its inception. An integral part of the initiative is USDA’s Healthier US Schools Challenge offering awards for excellence in health and nutrition. There’s even a recipe competition for healthy kids announced last week in three categories: whole grains, dry beans and peas, and dark green and orange vegetables. Submit and vote here.

In her column, Washington Post nutrition columnist Jennifer LaRue Huget recently highlighted opportunities for both physical activity and nutrition including marathons, yoga classes and advice on the value of vegetables.

When it comes to nutrition, there’s lots of information out there and sometimes it can be hard to sift through. What we know for sure is that the key to living a healthy, active and balanced lifestyle is consuming a variety of foods and beverages in  moderation along with engaging in regular physical activity. We hope our readers are succeeding in staying healthy - particularly during National Nutrition Month.