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5 Plus 5 Coalitions |
| Who are we? |
A group of
individuals and agencies committed to encourage and support
North Dakotans to adopt a healthier lifestyle through exercise
and better nutrition.
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| What are
our goals? |
*To
encourage North Dakotans to eat fruits & vegetables 5 times each
day as part of a high fiber and low fat diet.
*To encourage North
Dakotans to be physically active for 30 minutes at least 5 days
each week.
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| Did you
know? |
*Only
20% of ND adults 18 years and older consume five or more
fruits/vegetables daily. (BRFSS 2002)
*Only 17% of ND high
school students consume five or more fruits/vegetables daily. (YRBSS
2003)
*Less than 24% of
middle school students consume five or more fruits/vegetables
daily. (YRBSS 2003)
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| Would you
like to join us? |
If you would
like to become a member of your local 5 + 5 Coalition, please
contact the NDSU Extension Service in your county.
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