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Magic Team up to Attack Childhood Obesity

Florida Hospital, Orlando Magic and Wholesome Tummies have joined forces to create a unique program that will provide free lunch to one deserving elementary school class in Central Florida. The “Be Healthy” lunch program was “cooked-up” to help kids eat healthier and learn about the importance of good nutrition.

Magic Stuff, Florida Hospital Rep and
Magic Stuff, Florida Hospital Rep. and Wholesome Tummies

The rising consumption of unhealthy foods has helped contribute to the increase in obesity. That’s why the three organizations teamed up to attack obesity together.

The free lunch will be delivered daily to one elementary school class starting at the end of the month until the end of the school year. The lunch will be prepared fresh everyday by Wholesome Tummies using only pure and wholesome ingredients. The lunches will be made with organic and all-natural ingredients, without trans-fats, high fructose corn syrup, nitrates and artificial colors and flavors.

Teachers can apply to win the free, healthy lunch for their class beginning on Jan. 4 at www.healthy100.org. Applications are due by Jan. 19. For more information on the program, please contact Florida Hospital community relations at [email protected]. The Be Healthy lunch program is a pilot and is only being offered to private elementary schools in Orange and Seminole counties.

Florida Hospital is on a journey to encourage healthy behavior and inspire the community to live healthier, longer lives. The Be Healthy lunch program is a pilot program associated with Florida Hospital’s Healthy 100 initiative.  This program also aligns with one of the Orlando Magic three key focus areas:  arts, education and childhood nutrition and exercise.  This program assists in the Magic’s mission to help children BE Healthy.

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