5-2-1-0 Feature

Put Healthy Choices Count! into action with the monthly 5-2-1-0 Feature!

Each month, a new theme will be presented and interactive resources will be provided to work on your healthy habits. Be sure to share your 5-2-1-0 Feature fun on social media using the hashtag #HealthyChoicesCount! 

February: Why we love water

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Resources mentioned in February:

• Tips to drink more water and less juice
• BONUS: How to jazz up water
• BONUS: 8 ways to drink 8 glasses of water

January: How to stay active in the winter months

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Resources mentioned in January:

• Hy-Vee KidsFit
  • 5-Week Challenge workbook
  • Teacher/Parental guide 

December: How to make healthier holiday choices

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Resources mentioned in December:

• Kid-friendly portion size guide
• Quick and healthy snack ideas
• MyPlate holiday makeover infographic
• How to use 5-A-Day Bracelets

November: Spend time with family away from screens 

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Resources mentioned in November:

• 101 Screen-Free Activities (ScreenFree.Org)
• Create Your Family Meal Plan (AAP)
• Conversation Starters and Dinner Games (The Family Dinner Project)

October: Childhood Obesity Awareness Month

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Resources mentioned in October:

• Healthiest State Month webpage 
• Healthiest State Month celebration toolkits
• 5-2-1-0 Healthy Choices Count! Summit 

September: Childhood Obesity Awareness Month

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Resources mentioned in September:

• 5-2-1-0 Activity Tracker
• Tips to eat 5 fruits or vegetables a day
• Tips to get 1 hour of physical activity a day