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ERIC Number: EJ533453
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1996
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Reference Count: 0
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ISSN: ISSN-1055-6699
School-Based Cardiovascular Exercise and Nutrition Programs with Parent Participation.
Hopper, Chris A.; And Others
Journal of Health Education, v27 n5 pS32-S39 Sep-Oct 1996; Supplement
Two studies examined the efficacy of school-based exercise and nutrition programs with parent components. Elementary students participated in exercise and nutrition programs with or without home components. School/home program students scored significantly higher than the groups with no home component on tests of nutrition and fitness knowledge, eating behavior, and flexibility. (SM)
Descriptors: Cardiovascular System, Child Health, Comprehensive School Health Education, Eating Habits, Elementary Education, Elementary School Students, Exercise, Family Involvement, Health Behavior, Health Promotion, Life Style, Nutrition Instruction, Parent Participation, Parent School Relationship, Physical Fitness
Publication Type: Reports - Research; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Cholesterol