Greaux Healthy

09/09/2026

🎤 Greaux Healthy Asks: Protein Edition

According to our kid expert, protein helps you stay healthy, build strong muscles…and maybe even avoid cooties. 😂💪

While we can’t make any promises about the cooties, protein does play an important role in helping kids grow and thrive. Pairing protein-rich foods with plenty of movement helps support growing muscles, bones, and active bodies.

Protein can come from many everyday foods your family may already enjoy, like eggs, milk, yogurt, beans, chicken, nuts and more.

Want more simple tips to help your family build healthy habits? Visit greauxhealthy.org/resource-library to learn more.

09/08/2026

Parents: Help us learn more about your baby’s metabolism. We’re seeking babies 1-3 months old to participate in the BabyEE Pilot research study. Your family can earn up to $125 for participation. Learn more: https://hubs.ly/Q04wYp4Y0

09/08/2026

Thank you to our “Future of Health Motivator” sponsors!

We’re grateful to FMOL Health | Our Lady of the Lake and Aetna Better Health of Louisiana for supporting Pennington Biomedical’s 2026 Childhood Obesity Conference: Be the Reason Kids Greaux Healthy.

Their support helps bring together healthcare providers, educators, researchers, public health professionals, and community leaders to share strategies for improving the health of children and families across Louisiana.

Thank you, FMOL Health and Aetna Better Health of Louisiana, for helping make this year’s conference possible!

📅 September 24, 2026
📍 Pennington Biomedical Research Center

Registration closes September 14. Register today to secure your spot.

🔗 Register: bit.ly/be-the-reason-2026

09/07/2026

Healthy habits don’t have to start with big changes. Sometimes, one small shift can make a difference.

Protein plays an important role in helping children grow and thrive. It supports muscle and bone growth, helps keep the immune system strong, and can help kids stay fueled for learning, play, and physical activity.

Most families don’t need to count protein grams. Instead, try including a healthy source of protein at meals and snacks throughout the day:
🥚 Eggs
🥛 Milk, yogurt, and cheese
🫘 Beans and lentils
🍗 Chicken and turkey
🥜 Nuts, seeds, and nut butters

Protein is just one part of a balanced eating pattern. Pair it with fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and other nutritious foods to help give growing kids the nutrients they need.

Ready to make protein your family’s next small shift? Read our latest blog for easy protein ideas for meals and snacks: greauxhealthy.org/blog/protein-for-kids

What’s your family’s favorite protein-rich meal or snack? Share it below! 👇

09/03/2026

What keeps professionals coming back to the Childhood Obesity Conference? The opportunity to learn, connect, and leave with evidence-based strategies they can put into practice.

Pennington Biomedical Research Center’s 2026 Childhood Obesity Conference: Be the Reason Kids Greaux Healthy brings together healthcare professionals from across disciplines to share the latest science, practical approaches, and ideas for improving childhood obesity prevention and treatment across Louisiana.

See why past attendees are returning this year, and join them on September 24.

📅 September 24, 2026
📍 C.B. Pennington Jr. Conference Center | Baton Rouge, LA

Registration closes September 14. Secure your spot today!

🔗 bit.ly/be-the-reason-2026

09/01/2026

September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, and awareness is only the beginning.

More than 1 in 3 Louisiana children ages 6–17 have overweight or obesity. Childhood obesity is a complex, chronic disease, and improving children’s health takes all of us.

Families can build healthy routines at home. Educators can help create healthier school environments. Healthcare providers can identify obesity early and connect families with compassionate, evidence-based care. Communities can help make proven programs and resources more accessible.

At Pennington Biomedical Research Center, researchers are working to better understand how to prevent and treat childhood obesity. Through Greaux Healthy, we’re helping put that science into action across Louisiana.

This September, follow along as we share practical ways you can help build healthier futures for Louisiana children.

Be the Reason Kids Greaux Healthy. 💚

Ready to turn awareness into action? Read our latest blog to learn how you can help Louisiana children grow healthy: greauxhealthy.org/blog/childhood-obesity

08/31/2026

💚 Move More Monday 💚

What was your favorite activity to do after school as a kid? We asked Jacob Mey, PhD, Clinical Nutrition Researcher at Pennington Biomedical Research Center (and dad of two). Here's what he had to say.

Dr. Mey also shared advice for keeping your kids active outside of school: make it fun, play outside, choose activities that your kids enjoy.

The benefits of regular physical activity go beyond just physical health. Regular movement can also support kids’ mood, focus, and overall well-being.

Want more simple ways to keep your family moving? Explore the Greaux Healthy Resource Library: 🔗 greauxhealthy.org/resource-library

08/31/2026

Melissa Martin, Greaux Healthy Director, recently joined Brian Haldane on Mornings With Brian Haldane to discuss the initiative and Pennington Biomedical Research Center’s 2026 Childhood Obesity Conference: Be the Reason Kids Greaux Healthy. Healthcare professionals can learn more or register for the conference at bit.ly/be-the-reason-2026

Childhood obesity remains a major health concern in Louisiana, and the Greaux Healthy Initiative at Pennington Biomedical Research Center is working to give families, schools and health care providers practical tools to address it. Melissa Martin recently joined Brian Haldane on Mornings With Brian Haldane to discuss the initiative and the upcoming 2026 Childhood Obesity Conference. To view the full segment, visit https://talk1073.com/2026/08/28/pennington-biomedicals-grow-healthy-initiative-tackles-childhood-obesity-in-louisiana/

08/29/2026

When was the last time you asked your child about their everyday health habits?

🥦 How many fruits and vegetables do you eat?
📱 How much time do you spend on screens?
🏃 How much do you move each day?
🥤 What do you usually drink?
😴 How much sleep do you get?

The questions on our 5210+10 Healthy Habits Worksheet make it easy to start the conversation. Choose the worksheet that fits your child’s age, and take a few minutes to go through the questions together.

Download the worksheet now: greauxhealthy.org/resource-library

You can bring your answers to your child’s next checkup. Their healthcare provider can help you talk about what’s going well and identify small shifts your family can make together.

#5210

08/28/2026

🚨 Just a few days left to save on registration!

Early bird pricing for Pennington Biomedical Research Center’s 2026 Childhood Obesity Conference: Be the Reason Kids Greaux Healthy ends on August 31.

Join healthcare providers, researchers, educators, and community leaders from across Louisiana and beyond for a day of evidence-based learning, collaboration, and practical strategies to improve children’s health outcomes.

⏰ Early bird ends: August 31
📅 Conference: September 24
📍 Location: C.B. Pennington Jr. Conference Center in Baton Rouge

Register now and save: bit.ly/be-the-reason-2026