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Greaux Healthy Preventing childhood obesity for future Louisiana generations with research from Pennington Biomedical and in partnership with the state.

Louisiana has the 3rd highest childhood obesity rate in the nation, and are at high risk for obesity and the development of more serious health problems later in life, including diabetes and heart disease. Our vision is to be your most trusted partner in childhood obesity prevention and treatment. We partner with communities to expand the access and reach of Pennington Biomedical evidence-based childhood obesity prevention and treatment resources. Our initiative is designed to meet you where you are in both life and health. We recognize that the journey to a healthier lifestyle is unique for each individual, and our goal is to empower families, educators, healthcare professionals, and communities with accessible products, tools, and resources that can be utilized by anyone, regardless of location or background. Whether you are a parent, a teacher, a teen, a healthcare professional, or a concerned community member, our evidence-based offerings can help you navigate the unique path to health for yourself or those under your care.

10/18/2026

The way we talk about food matters.

From an early age, children hear the words we use to describe food, and those messages can shape how they think about eating, health, and themselves.

Yvette Quantz, RDN, shares simple ways families can create more positive conversations around food. One place to start? Make mealtimes a time for connection, curiosity, and enjoyment.

Instead of labeling foods as “good” or “bad,” talk about how foods taste, where they come from, what they do for our bodies, and how they make us feel.

▶️ Watch the reel to hear more from Yvette.

Find trusted information and resources to support your family’s health at greauxhealthy.org. 💛

Greaux Healthy is teeing up for healthier futures! ⛳️ We’re excited to join Pennington Biomedical Research Foundation to...
10/16/2026

Greaux Healthy is teeing up for healthier futures! ⛳️

We’re excited to join Pennington Biomedical Research Foundation today at YMCA Baton Rouge’s Beyond the Green Golf Tournament.

Stop by the Beaver Creek Golf Course in Zachary today to see us near Hole 3! 🏌️ Grab a par-fait and learn more about our mission to build healthier futures for Louisiana children.

Visit greauxhealthy.org to learn more and support our mission!

❌ Myth: Shaming someone about their weight motivates them to change.✔️ Fact: Shame doesn’t lead to healthier habits.Weig...
10/16/2026

❌ Myth: Shaming someone about their weight motivates them to change.
✔️ Fact: Shame doesn’t lead to healthier habits.

Weight stigma can show up in ways we don’t notice like a “well-meaning” comment or joke, but research shows it can actually make health outcomes worse, not better.

👉 Swipe through as we break down common myths about weight stigma and share what the research tells us.

Find resources or learn more about weight stigma and supporting children’s health: greauxhealthy.org

What’s the difference between weight bias and weight stigma?Weight bias means having unfair beliefs about someone becaus...
10/14/2026

What’s the difference between weight bias and weight stigma?

Weight bias means having unfair beliefs about someone because of their body size, like assuming how a child eats or moves based on how they look. Weight stigma happens when those beliefs lead to unfair treatment like teasing or exclusion.

Children notice these messages, even when the comments aren’t about them. Small changes in our words and actions can help every child feel valued and respected. 💚

Visit greauxhealthy.org for trusted family resources and tools to support healthy conversations about food, bodies, and well-being developed in partnership with the Pennington Biomedical Behavior Technology Laboratory pbrc.edu/research-and-faculty/research-programs/Population-and-Public-Health-Sciences-Labs/behavior-technology-lab/

📊 A new report is out, and Louisiana is making progress!The latest Achieving a State of Healthy Weight report looks at h...
10/13/2026

📊 A new report is out, and Louisiana is making progress!

The latest Achieving a State of Healthy Weight report looks at how well state childcare licensing regulations across the U.S. support evidence-based obesity prevention practices for infant feeding, nutrition, physical activity, and screen time.

Louisiana improved in all 4 High-Impact Obesity Prevention Standard subdomains, showing its support of healthy behaviors during the critical early years of life. 🎉

The report also shows where there’s room to grow in areas like limits on screen time.

📣 Early Childhood Education (ECE) directors and providers can explore tools and strategies to support obesity prevention practices in their centers through the Greaux Healthy ECE training series: greauxhealthy.org/ece

Children notice how adults talk about food, weight, and bodies—even when the comments aren’t about them.A joke, an assum...
10/12/2026

Children notice how adults talk about food, weight, and bodies—even when the comments aren’t about them.

A joke, an assumption, or a comment about someone’s weight can shape how a child sees themselves and others. Parents, teachers, coaches, and healthcare providers can help by choosing respectful words and making sure every child feels included. 💚

Read our blog to learn what weight stigma looks like and how adults can support children’s health and confidence: greauxhealthy.org/blog/words-matter

Why join the Pennington Generation Study? 💜For one Louisiana mom of two, it’s an opportunity for her family to be part o...
10/09/2026

Why join the Pennington Generation Study? 💜

For one Louisiana mom of two, it’s an opportunity for her family to be part of research that could help children and families in the future. Now in their second year, her family has enjoyed being part of the study and her kids especially enjoy seeing how they’ve changed from one visit to the next.

Could your family be part of the Pennington Generation? Learn more about the study and who may be eligible: greauxhealthy.org/pennington-generation

Thank you to West Feliciana Parish Head Start Early Head Start for having us today at The Block Party: Family & Communit...
10/08/2026

Thank you to West Feliciana Parish Head Start Early Head Start for having us today at The Block Party: Family & Community Resource Fair from 4 to 6 p.m. We are enjoying meeting community members at the Healthy Moves bus near the check-in table. There's still time to stop by and see us! You can learn more about Greaux Healthy and the Pennington Generation study at: greauxhealthy.org

Your feed says, “Never let your child eat…” Should you believe it? 🤔From “miracle” foods and supplements to advice about...
10/07/2026

Your feed says, “Never let your child eat…” Should you believe it? 🤔

From “miracle” foods and supplements to advice about what every child should or shouldn’t eat, nutrition information is everywhere. But not every claim you see online is backed by reliable information.

Knowing where to find reliable, research-backed information can help you feel more confident making informed choices for your family.

Want to learn more? Read our latest blog and explore trusted nutrition resources from Greaux Healthy.

🔗 greauxhealthy.org/blog/health-info

10/06/2026

We're proud to celebrate FMOL Health | Our Lady of the Lake Children's Health Dr. Katie Queen, recipient of the “Significant Partner of the Year” award at this year's Pennington Biomedical Research Center Childhood Obesity Conference.

Dr. Queen's dedication to advancing pediatric obesity research, supporting innovative clinical trials and improving the lives of children and families exemplifies the power of collaboration in transforming health outcomes. Congratulations on this well-deserved honor!

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