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Update Winter 2000 Inside Update Eating Disorders Promoted by Bracelets . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 My Pyramid Updates . . . . 2 Increase in Obesity among Asian-American Immigrant Children in United States . 2 Is it done yet? . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Toll-free Number Gives the Public Easy Access to Sound Nutrition Information . . . . 4 Recipe Finder . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Upcoming Events Jan 26 -- Monterey Bay Obesity Symposium Apr 7 -- Succcessful Programs for Combating Obesity in Young Children Apr 25-26 -- Cooperative Extension Educational Showcase Eating Disorders Promoted by Bracelets Although they may look like any bracelet a child wears, there are some bracelets that signifies membership in cult like societies that encourage members to practice unhealthy behaviors. These behaviors include anorexia and bulimia. These beaded bracelets not only signify membership in an eating disorder society, they also serve as a reminder to not eat with the goal of becoming ultra thin. Costing $20 each, there are several designs, each representing a different eating disorder. Red bracelets are called Ana and represent anorexia. Mia bracelets are purple and indicate bulimia. Self injury, such as cutting and self mutilation, is represented by black bracelets. Here are samples of the bracelets: In response to the bracelets, Lynne Grege of the National Eating Disorders Association was quoted by Local 4 TV in Detroit as stating, “They (the bracelets) are encouraging people to be ill and it’s like a secret cult, a secret society. Word spreads around and people have a lingo now. That lingo includes nicknames like Ana and Mia. The cute names may sound innocent, but they aren’t.” Websites such as the one that sells these bracelets encourages visitors to help each other by posting messages to lose weight and tips on how to hide eating disorder practices. Sites such as these also show pictures of emaciated women, which are to encourage visitors to lose even more weight. This information is being included in Update as an awareness of how unhealthful information is being shared in seemingly harmless ways. Sources: Anorexia Bracelets Reveal Secret Society—Parents Should Recognize Warning Signs. Local 4 TV Detroit. www.clickondetroit.com/health/4192198/detail.html , 2/1/2/05 and www.bluedragonfly.org Nutrition Food Safety Consumer Economics Winter 2006 University of California Cooperative Extension San Luis Obispo County

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Update Winter 2000

Inside Update Eating Disorders Promoted by Bracelets . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 My Pyramid Updates . . . . 2 Increase in Obesity among Asian-American Immigrant Children in United States . 2 Is it done yet? . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Toll-free Number Gives the Public Easy Access to Sound Nutrition Information . . . . 4 Recipe Finder . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Upcoming Events Jan 26 -- Monterey Bay Obesity Symposium Apr 7 -- Succcessful Programs for Combating Obesity in Young Children Apr 25-26 -- Cooperative Extension Educational Showcase

Eating Disorders Promoted by Bracelets Although they may look like any bracelet a child wears, there are some bracelets that signifies membership in cult like societies that encourage members to practice unhealthy behaviors. These behaviors include anorexia and bulimia. These beaded bracelets not only signify membership in an eating disorder society, they also serve as a reminder to not eat with the goal of becoming ultra thin. Costing $20 each, there are several designs, each representing a different eating disorder. Red bracelets are called Ana and represent anorexia. Mia bracelets are purple and indicate bulimia. Self injury, such as cutting and self mutilation, is represented by black bracelets. Here are samples of the bracelets: In response to the bracelets, Lynne Grege of the National Eating Disorders Association was quoted by Local 4 TV in Detroit as stating, “They (the bracelets) are encouraging people to be ill and it’s like a secret cult, a secret society. Word spreads around and people have a lingo now. That lingo includes nicknames like Ana and Mia. The cute names may sound innocent, but they aren’t.” Websites such as the one that sells these bracelets encourages visitors to help each other by posting messages to lose weight and tips on how to hide eating disorder practices. Sites such as these also show pictures of emaciated women, which are to encourage visitors to lose even more weight. This information is being included in Update as an awareness of how unhealthful information is being shared in seemingly harmless ways. Sources: Anorexia Bracelets Reveal Secret Society—Parents Should Recognize Warning Signs. Local 4 TV Detroit. www.clickondetroit.com/health/4192198/detail.html, 2/1/2/05 and www.bluedragonfly.org

Nutrition Food Safety Consumer Economics Winter 2006

University of California Cooperative Extension San Luis Obispo County

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MyPyramid Updates The USDA has recently released two new versions of MyPyramid. In September 2005, MyPyramid for Kids was unveiled. This pyramid focuses on healthy food choices and encourages fun physical activity for children 6-11 years of age. The MyPyramid for Kids message is Eat Right. Exercise. Have Fun. Information about the MyPyramid for Kids is located at http://mypyramid.gov/kids/index.html On December 7, 2005, MyPyramid in Spanish made its debut. MiPirámide: Pasos Hacia Una Mejor Salus, translates to mean MyPyramid: Steps to a Healthier You. The Spanish language MiPirámide and related educational materials can be accessed at: http://mypyramid.gov/sp-index.html The Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion will soon begin work on a 2-5 year old version of MyPyramid. Melisa DiTano, with the USDA San Francisco office, indicates that this pyramid is expected to be released in about one year. In the meantime, she recommends using the MyPyramid for Kids simplified poster and review the MyPyramid for Kids Level 1 classroom materials for adaptation with younger children. If you are looking for away to convey the concepts of MyPyramid verses the original Food Guide Pyramid, Cooperative Extension in Fresno County has developed a teaching technique for visually converting the Food Guide Pyramid to MyPyramid. Instructions are attached. San Luis Obispo Cooperative Extension is in the process of converting this technique to PowerPoint. It will be posted on our website in the next few weeks at http://cesanluisobispo.ucdavis.edu Sources: MyPyramid.gov, USDA Unveils MyPyramid In Spanish, USDA news release, 12/7/05, e-mail correspondence with Melisa DiTano, USDA 12/11/05, and MyPyramid Poster Visual: Building on the Food Guide Pyramid, Fresno County Youth FSNEP 8/5/05.

Increase in Obesity among Asian-American Immigrant Children in United States The risk of obesity among Asian-American children increases the longer they are in the United States. Agencies and heath organizations serving this population have expressed the need for educational materials for parents focused on helping children achieve healthy weights. In collaboration with county staff, the University of California Berkeley Cooperative Extension conducted an assessment to identify the needs and interests of non-English speaking food stamp recipients about childhood overweight. The results of the needs assessment were used to design a series of culturally sensitive and relevant educational materials. The materials can help immigrant parents understand how they can adapt to a new environment and food supply in a way that will foster the health and welfare of their children. The educational materials were pilot-tested with small groups of parents for cognitive knowledge, change in attitudes about overweight in children, and intentions to change family health behaviors. Results were quite positive. Parents indicated the materials provided them with much needed information on raising healthy children. A number of parents stated that they were going to adopt healthier lifestyles as a result of exposure to the materials.

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▼ The materials were initially written in Vietnamese and Korean. The English version is a translation of the Asian language versions. Korean Healthy Food Options: What to Eat More Of and

What to Eat Less Of Fast Food & Soft Drinks: How to Make Healthier

Choices Healthy Weight for My Child Children Need to Play & Move Their Bodies

Everyday Balancing TV & Computer Time with Play Time Vietnamese Healthy Food Options: What to Eat More Of and What to Eat Less Of Fast Food & Soft Drinks: How to Make Healthier

Choices Healthy Weight for My Child Children Need to Play & Move Their Bodies

Everyday Balancing TV & Computer Time with Play Time English Fast Food & Soft Drinks: How to Make Healthier

Choices Healthy Weight for My Child Children Need to Play & Move Their Bodies

Everyday Balancing TV & Computer Time with Play Time Korean Foods-Healthy Food Options: What to Eat

More Of and What to Eat Less Of Vietnamese Foods-Healthy Food Options: What to

Eat More Of and What to Eat Less Of Download pamphlets in Korean, Vietnamese and English at: http://nature.berkeley.edu/cwh/activities/asian_lang_publications.shtml The development of these materials was funded by the Food Stamp Nutrition Program of USDA. Source: Joanne Ikeda, Extension Nutrition Specialist, Center for Weight and Health, UC Berkeley.

Did You Know? Teenage boys drink an average of 2.3 twelve-ounce sodas each day. Teenage girls drink an average 1.7 twelve-ounce cans of soda daily. Source: New Hampshire Health Professionals for Healthier School Nutrition, 2003 as reported in the Fountain of Youth Facts, UC Davis 4-H Center for Youth Development and the California Communities Program, 12/05.

Is it done yet? The Food Safety and Inspection Service has launched a new campaign, Is It Done Yet? You Can't Tell by Looking: Use a Food Thermometer to Be Sure!, The campaign encourages the use of meat thermometers for determining doneness when preparing meat, poultry, and egg dishes. For details, see http://www.fsis.usda.gov/Is_It_Done_Yet/index.asp Stop by Cooperative Extension for a free Is it done yet? refrigerator magnet. Source: http://www.fsis.usda.gov/News_&_Events/NR_062105_01/index.a. 6/21/05sp

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Toll-free Number Gives the Public Easy Access to Sound Nutrition Information The public can get practical ideas for developing healthful eating and exercise habits from the University of California Cooperative Extension by calling AsisTel toll-free at 1 (800) 514-4494. The service includes 20 messages with information on such topics as healthful snacking, easy ways to exercise, avoiding dinnertime battles with children, and appropriate portion sizes. AsisTel is a free public service that dispenses with fad diets and expensive weight-loss products. It includes nutrition and physical activity information based on the latest research findings of university scientists. All the nutrition and weight messages are available in English and Spanish. AsisTel also includes a series of messages about diabetes prevention, diagnosis and treatment in Spanish only. Following are the message titles and their corresponding numbers. Callers simply dial 1 (800) 514-4494 and punch in the number of the message they wish to hear. An audio listing of the titles and corresponding numbers is also available on the toll-free line. No. 90 – Is my child overweight? No. 91 – Fad diets and weight loss products No. 92 – Is gastric-bypass surgery the answer? No. 93 – Why are the poor more likely to be

overweight? No. 94 – Why families should live actively No. 95 – Fun ways for families to increase physical

activity No. 96 – Switching to 1% milk No. 97 – Understanding portion sizes No. 98 – Daily activities to lose weight No. 99 – Introducing new foods to children No. 100 – Reducing mealtime tension No. 101 – Advertising to kids

No. 102 – Healthy snacking strategies for children No. 103 – More snacking ideas for kids No. 104 – Packing healthful lunches No. 105 – Stocking the pantry No. 106 – Senior citizens and obesity No. 107 – Physical activity for older adults No. 108 – Psychological issues associated with

obesity No. 109 – What communities can do Source: Jeannette Warnert, http://news.ucanr.org/newsstorymain.cfm?story=649, 3/8/05 Recipe Finder The Recipe Finder is an online database of healthy recipes designed for food stamp educators, but can be used by any nutrition educator working with low-income audiences. The database can be searched by cost, nutrition education topic, theme, menu items, audience, and cooking equipment. In addition to all of these search options, visitors to the site can rate the recipes and post reviews of the recipes. The website address is: http://foodstamp.nal.usda.gov/recipes.php?mode=ing_search&ing_term=show_all

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Resources

Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act of 2004: Questions and Answers. The publication consists of questions and answers about this act. It’s a useful tool for educators and consumers. Download a free copy at www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/alrgqa.html Tools for Promoting Healthy Lifestyles for Children and Families. This brochure highlights several Cooperative Extension curricula and publications that address nutrition and obesity prevention. A copy is included in this issue of Update. Feeling Fine Online! This free service from Cooperative Extension is designed to help busy people stay updated. New, research-based information is made available by brief video presentations viewed on line and at your convenience. Log-on at http://groups.ucanr.org/FFO What’s in the Food You Eat—Search Tool. This new USDA on-line database provides nutrient profiles on more than 13,000 foods. Users simply type in descriptive words to access foods of interest. The database is located at http://www.ars.usda.gov/Services/docs.htm?docid=7783 Free Credit Report Offer. Californians can receive a free copy of their credit report annually from each of the three major credit bureaus. This allows consumers to check their credit reports for possible fraudulent use. The publication, Free Credit Report Offer, provides information you need to obtain copies of your credit records. A copy is included with this issue of Update.

Upcoming Events

Thurs, Jan. 26—Monterey Bay Obesity Symposium, Monterey Conference Center, Monterey, CA. 8AM— 5 PM. The conference will present a mixture of basic science and clinical experience to better understand obesity. Costs: $175 for healthcare professionals; $75 for non-clinical attendees. Register at www.montereyhealth.org. Or call 831-625-4511. Fri, Apr. 7—Successful Programs for Combating Obesity in Young Children. Keynote speaker: Dr. Pat Crawford, Co-Director of the Center for Weight & Health, UCB. Panel of health and child care experts address local research and programming. 9 AM—12 Noon. Cooperative Extension Auditorium, 2156 Sierra Way, SLO. Cost: $15. Professional credits pending for RD, RDT, Nurses and Family & Consumer Sciences professionals. Registration flyer enclosed. Apr. 25-26—Cooperative Extension Educational Showcase. Come see the many nutrition, food safety, parenting, literacy, and money management educational resources available from UC Cooperative Extension. More than 25 curricula and publications will be on display. Drop by anytime Tuesday, Apr. 25, 12 noon- 6:30 pm and Wednesday, Apr. 26, 9 AM—1 PM. Cooperative Extension Auditorium, 2156 Sierra Way, SLO. Free. Flyer enclosed.

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The University of California prohibits discrimination or harassment of any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics), ancestry, marital status, age, sexual orientation, citizenship, or status as a covered veteran (covered veterans are special disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, Vietnam era veterans, or any other veterans who served on active duty during a war or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized) in any of its programs or activities. University policy is intended to be consistent with the provisions of applicable State and Federal laws. Inquiries regarding the University’s nondiscrimination policies may be directed to the Affirmative Action/Staff Personnel Services Director, University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources, 300 Lakeside Drive, 6th Floor, Oakland, CA 94612-3550, (510) 987-0096.

Cooperative Extension University of California NUTRITION, FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCE 2156 Sierra Way, Suite C San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Address Service Requested Shirley Segna Peterson, M.S., R.D. Extension Advisor Nutrition, Family, and Consumer Science U.C. Cooperative Extension 2156 Sierra Way, Suite C San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-4556 (805) 781-5951 (voice), (805) 781-4316 (fax) E-Mail: [email protected]

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For additional Program information, contact Shirley Peterson at 805-781-5951. For Registration information and curricula orders, contact Darryn at 805-781-5940.

Learn about the research, development, and

evaluation of educational programs for preventing obesity

in preschool children.

FRIDAY APRIL 7, 2006

8:30 AM – 12 Noon

Cooperative Extension Auditorium

2156 Sierra Way San Luis Obispo

Keynote Speaker: Dr. Pat Crawford

Co-Director Center for Weight & Health

University of California Berkeley

Successful Programs for Combating Obesity in Young Children

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Make Checks Payable To: UC REGENTS $15 Early Registration (postmarked by March 24) $10 FULL TIME Student (majoring in health fields) postmarked by March 24. $25 Late Registration (postmarked after March 24). $35 On-site Registration (if space is available).

Requests for refunds must be in writing and postmarked by March 24, 2006. NO REFUND AFTER MARCH 24.

Speaker Panel: Local health and child care experts address research and

programming for preventing childhood obesity in San Luis Obispo County.

Professional credits pending for Registered Dietitians, Diet Techs, and Family & Consumer Sciences professions.

Provider (University of California Davis Department of Nutrition) approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider 7573 for 3 contact hours.

Sponsor reserves the right to cancel in the event of

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Space limited to 60 attendees.

20% Discount on two Cooperative

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conference: -Let’s Get Moving! Working Together to Promote Active Lifestyles in Young Children Regular price--$55, Conference Price (includes tax) $47.19

-Fit Families Novela Series: For Parents Who Want the Best for Their Families (English & Spanish) Regular price--$65, Conference Price (includes tax) $55.77.

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Shirely Segna Peterson, M.S. R.D. Extension Advisor

Nutrition, Family & Consumer Sciences

Sponsored by: University of California Cooperative Extension

San Luis Obispo County Center for Weight and Health, UC Berkeley

Facility is wheelchair accessible. Persons needing other access accommodations should contact Cooperative Extension by March 24, at 805-781-5940. Efforts will be made to accommodate your special needs.

Mail to: Combating Obesity Conference, University of California Cooperative Extension, 2156 Sierra Way, #C, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-4556.

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Pre-orders for curricula-prices include sales tax and reflect a 20% discount:

This bilingual kit is for health professionals working with parents of young children. Using characters that are struggling to make improvements in their own families’ health habits, the three videos and novelas help parents see how small changes can make a big difference. $55.77

10 extra copies of each of the 3 fotonovelas from the Fit Families Novela Series. $25.74

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This new resource kit introduces quick and easy ways to incorporate short bursts of physical activity into the daily routines of kids ages 2 – 7. $47.19

Additional sets of 10 pamphlets from the Let's Get Moving kit. $4.29

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Let’s Get Moving—Working Together to Promote Active Lifestyle in Young Children

The Fit Families Novela Series—for parents who want the best for their children.

Eat Smart. Play Hard.™ San Luis Obispo County!

Eating Healthy. Buying Right. –-nutrition and money management for Food Stamp recipients.

Make it Safe. Serve it Safe.—train-the-trainer food safety curriculum

The Lunch Box—English/Spanish newsletters on packing healthy lunches for preschool children

Making Every Dollar Count—English/Spanish curriculum for limited resource families

Money Talks—Should I be Listening?—English/Spanish newsletters & website for teens

Gateway to a Better Life—English/Spanish workforce preparedness curriculum

Little Books—English/Spanish books to promote reading skills in 4 year old children and more . . .

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Cooperative Extension Auditorium

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FEATURING more than 25 Cooperative Extension curricula and publications on:

Nutrition Parenting Literacy Money Management

Come see the many high quality educational resources available from Cooperative Extension. All resources are reasonably prices—and many are FREE!

Pre-registration requested, by not required, by April 14, 2006. Participants who pre-register will receive a free resource packet.

To register call 805-781-5940 or e-mail [email protected]

The University of California prohibits discrimination or harassment of any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics), ancestry, marital status, age, sexual orientation, citizenship, or status as a covered veteran (covered veterans are special disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, Vietnam era veterans, or any other veterans who served on active duty during a war or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized) in any of its programs or activities. University policy is intended to be consistent with the provisions of applicable State and Federal laws. Inquiries regarding the University’s nondiscrimination policies may be directed to the Affirmative Action/Staff Personnel Services Director, University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources, 300 Lakeside Drive, 6th Floor, Oakland, CA 94612-3550, (510) 987-0096.

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MyPyramid Poster Visual: Building on the Food Guide Pyramid

Purpose: Increase comfort and familiarity with the new MyPyramid tool with those groups that are already familiar with and using the old Food Guide Pyramid. Help these individuals transition their current knowledge base to the new tool and teach them the additional basic themes and concepts.

Instructions for Creating the Visual: 1. Take an old Food Guide Pyramid (FGP) poster and tack it to a wall.

2. Make an overhead of MyPyramid and project it on the poster, moving the projector until the triangle of MyPyramid is the same size as the triangle of the old FGP on the wall (the stairs will be on the side).

3. Leaving the projected image of My Pyramid on the wall, take the poster of the old FGP down and set it aside. Replace it with a blank white poster board.

4. Trace MyPyramid on the poster board. This will give you the right dimensions and proportions for your visual. Be sure to trace the stairs and walking figure also.

5. Cut out the groups of the MyPyramid. You will need to color the pieces or make identical pieces with colored poster board. Match the colors as closely as possible. Label each group of MyPyramid with it’s name.

6. Laminate the old FGP poster (one solid piece) and the pieces of MyPyramid (each separately).

7. Put Velcro on the poster and pieces so each piece of MyPyramid can be added to the old FGP poster as you present.

8. Create and laminate squares naming the 6 themes of MyPyramid: Variety, Proportionality, Moderation, Daily Activity, Personalization, and Gradual Improvement. Attach each with Velcro along the side as the visual is presented.

Using the visual to present MyPyramid to groups who are familiar with the old FGP: *Add more detail from the Dietary Guidelines as time permits.

1. Begin with the FGP poster. Only the squares that name the 3 old themes of that pyramid (Variety, Proportionality, and Moderation) should be attached.

2. Briefly describe the main components of the old pyramid and the themes it included. Affirm your audience that this is information they already know.

3. Tell your audience: “The USDA reviews the Dietary Guidelines and the supporting visual every 5 years to incorporate new research and scientific understanding. The new visual is called MyPyramid and has changed in two ways.”

Fresno County Youth FSNEP September 2005

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4. First: “Each group now runs from the top of MyPyramid to the bottom and the groups are color-coded.”

a. Place the groups onto the old FGP one at a time beginning with Breads.

b. As you add the groups, say the names of the groups and confirm with them that the components of each group are the same, giving examples.

c. Tell the audience: “The oils group includes fat in the diet, but does not include added sugar.” Added sugar to the diet that provides calories, but no nutrients, (such as soda or candy) are a part of what is called “discretionary calories,” which is different for each person depending on their calorie need. (See personalization below.)

d. Tell the audience: “Each group is larger on the bottom and smaller on the top showing that in each group there are foods that should be chosen more often (point at the bottom of MyPyramid) and foods that should be chosen less often (point at the top of MyPyramid). For example, in the Grains Group, whole wheat bread, whole grain pasta, and oatmeal belong at the bottom (pointing) and should be chosen more often and doughnut, croissants, and scones belong at the top (pointing) and should be chosen less often.”

e. As time permits, go through the groups giving examples of “bottom foods” and “top foods” for each.*

5. Second: “Three additional themes or messages have been added.”

a. Add the square: “Daily Activity.” The recommendation is at least 30 minutes for adults and at least 60 minutes for children.*

b. Add the square: “Gradual Improvement.” The MyPyramid slogan states “Steps to a Healthier You.” Individuals are encouraged to take small steps to improve their diet and lifestyle each day.*

c. Add the square: “Personalization.” www.mypyramid.gov will help each person find an individual MyPyramid using sex, age, height, weight, and activity level to determine how many calories are needed. The personalized pyramid can be printed with amounts (in cups and ounces) and food choice recommendations for each calorie level.*

Fresno County Youth FSNEP September 2005

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Free Credit Reports You can get free copies of your credit reports each year. There are three major credit reporting agencies. You can get a free credit report from each one. To get your free copy, contact one or all of the credit reporting agencies. You can also: visit www.annualcreditreport.com; call 877-322-8228; or write Annual Credit Report Request Service, P.O. Box 105283, Atlanta, GA 30348-5283.

Experian TransUnion P.O. Box 2002 P.O. Box 1000 Allen, TX 75013 Chester, PA 19022 1-888-397-3742 1-800-888-4213 www.experian.com www.tuc.com Equifax Information Service Ctr. P.O. Box 740241 Atlanta, GA 30374 1-800-685-1111 www.equifax.com . You will need to give them: • your full name (including Jr., Sr., III); • your current and previous addresses (for past 5 years) with ZIP codes; • your spouse’s first name, if married; • your Social Security number; • your date of birth; • your telephone number; and • a note saying why you are eligible for a free report. This information helps prevent your credit information from getting mixed up with someone else’s. Sign your letter and send proof of your current address. Proof of address can be a copy of your driver license, current utility bill, or another document with your name and address. If you find a mistake in your credit report, circle the item and send it to the credit reporting agency. Include a note saying why it is wrong. Also send any documents to prove the mistake. The credit reporting agency will review the information. If they find the information is wrong, they will remove it from your file. If the information is correct it will stay in your report. If you disagree with the credit report, you can include a 100-word note stating your side of the story. Your note will be included in all future copies of your report.

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