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🌟 Welcome to CFK - Collaboration for Kids! 🌟

We are Collaboration for Kids, an ambitious, scientific, evidence-based project of voluntary collaboration between parents, carers, children of all ages, education professionals, doctors, dentists, nurses, researchers, academics, nutritionists and more. We are working together with communities to turn children and their families away from ultra-process

ed foods and inspiring them to choose real and natural foods, the way nature intended, to improve their health and well-being! There is an ever increasing incidence of obesity and chronic disease amongst children and the CFK project aims to develop programmes and interventions to help tackle this epidemic. Our children need help!

• Over a quarter of 4-5 year olds and almost one in two (41%) of 10-11 year olds are overweight/obese in the UK - https://digital.nhs.uk/data-and-information/publications/statistical/national-child-measurement-programme/2020-21-school-year

• Obese children are more likely to become obese adults with an increased risk of heart disease, stroke, Type 2 diabetes and some cancers https://stateofchildhealth.rcpch.ac.uk/evidence/prevention-of-ill-health/healthy-weight/

• Over 60% of children’s diets come from ultra-processed foods in the UK https://www.imperial.ac.uk/news/223573/urgent-action-needed-reduce-harm-ultra-processed/

For more information visit the Collaboration for Kids page on our website or follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook

The Collaborative Health Community Foundation (The CHC) a UK registered charity (1207031)

15/04/2026

Big news for children’s health.

The government has announced plans to remove high sugar and deep fried foods from school menus and increase access to healthier options. Read the full article here https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-scraps-high-sugar-food-from-school-menus?

This is a positive first step, and it reflects exactly what young people told us in our recent focus groups, where many highlighted school food as a barrier to eating well.

Although this is encouraging progress, families continue to face real challenges around ultra processed foods, and our mission remains as vital as ever. If you feel strongly about this issue and want to support a charity project whose mission is to help children and families turn away from ultra‑processed foods and choose real, natural foods for better health and wellbeing, we’re always looking for volunteers to join us.

Find out more at https://www.the-chc.org/cfk

09/04/2026

Are we letting kids down with the foods around them?

Kids today are surrounded by foods designed to be tasty, cheap, and easy to find.

➡️ Snack ads pop up on every screen.
➡️ Sugary fizzy drinks are right at the checkout.
➡️ Ultra-processed foods show up in schools and neighbourhoods.

This brings up an important question:
Are kids really choosing these foods, or are the foods targeted at them?

When unhealthy choices are the easiest to get and the hardest to avoid, we can’t expect kids to take all the responsibility.

At CFK, we believe every child should have access to foods that help them grow up healthy and strong. Together, we can change the story.

08/04/2026

Pastries are a nice treat, but they can leave kids feeling hungry again soon after.

A balanced breakfast with protein, fibre, and healthy fats helps kids maintain energy and stay focused throughout the morning.

Always remember that balance is important for children’s growth.

02/04/2026

This puzzle has hidden words that show how proteins help your body.

How many words can you find? Tell us your answers in the comments!

🥂Here’s to a terrific Thursday!

27/03/2026

Every child deserves a fair start in life, including a fair food environment.

Yet many children grow up surrounded by foods made for profit, not for nutrition:
• Ultra-processed products dominating retail spaces.
• Marketing targeted at young audiences.
• Healthy foods are often harder to find or cost more.

Food environments shape children’s preferences, habits, and health long before they can truly make their own choices.

Keeping children healthy is a team effort involving everyone, including healthcare workers, teachers, food producers, policymakers, businesses, and you.

At CFK, we work to create food environments that help children grow and thrive. We believe we all share the responsibility to protect children’s nutrition.

Be part of the change. Follow us or visit our website to find out how you can partner with us.

25/03/2026

🍫 Breakfast bars can be convenient for busy parents, but it's always good to check the ingredient list.

Natural, real-food choices often give you:
• Fewer added ingredients.
• More natural nutrients.
• Longer-lasting fullness.

A few small changes can help you to enjoy both convenience and good nutrition.

20/03/2026

We’re excited to share the official launch of UNICEF's Fix My Food, a global celebration of youth advocacy in action!

Fix My Food advocates from across the globe are coming together to spotlight their action for healthier food environments. From challenging junk food marketing and misleading health claims to pushing for better school food, these young leaders are driving real change.

📅 Tuesday 24 March 2026
🕐 13:00–14:00 GMT (1 hour webinar)

Be part of the movement and join the conversation about how youth power is reshaping the future of food!
Register now and learn more about UNICEF's Fix My Food: https://unicef.zoom.us/meeting/register/vYppB_OTTCmHYDRMyiZH-w #/registration

16/03/2026

🥣 Many breakfast cereals contain added sugar and fat.

Choosing wholegrain, less processed foods like wheat biscuit cereal, porridge, or plain natural yoghurt with fruit can give you steady energy and help you feel full all morning.

Even small changes to your breakfast can make a big difference in your day.

Try a healthy, natural breakfast swap this week.

06/03/2026

March is a great time to build healthy habits, enjoy real food, and make positive choices for our kids and families.

Here are a few ideas to try this month:
🫂 Share real, natural meals as a family
🚰 Choose water instead of sugary fizzy drinks
🥕 Use more natural ingredients
🤩 Keep learning new things together as a family

Wishing you a healthy, happy March filled with special moments around the table.

19/02/2026

📍Each person’s journey from ultra-processed foods to real and natural meals looks different.

🥒🥭🥑🥗 What’s one real-food swap you’re excited to try this year?
It could be big or small; share below and inspire someone else.

09/02/2026

🏷️ When we talk about “real food,” it is not just another label or a strict set of rules.

Real or minimally processed foods are those that stay close to their natural state, such as fruits, vegetables, grains, eggs, dairy, legumes, and fresh meats.

These foods provide a wide range of nutrients that support growing bodies and minds. They are important building blocks of our health and well-being.

Which real foods do you eat most often during the week, and why?

Your experiences help shape our community, so please share.
Wishing you a healthy start to the week!

28/01/2026

Helping your children eat healthier this year starts with understanding what is on their plate.

Several studies show that balanced meals made with real, natural ingredients can support children’s mood, focus, and well-being.

We break it down simply in today’s visual.

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