Greaux Healthy

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.

12/22/2025

🎢 Little moments make a big difference! Try these simple, stress-busting prompts to bring calm and connection to your holidays:
πŸ’ƒ Take a 5-minute dance-off break
🍎 Sip warm apple cider or hot chocolate with low-fat milk...screen-free
πŸ’› Share a one-minute gratitude circle before dinner
Small shifts, big smiles.

πŸŽ„πŸš—βœ¨ Marlow the Elf and her buddy Radish hit the road with their Greaux Healthy friends on the Road Sheaux! They’re sprea...
12/17/2025

πŸŽ„πŸš—βœ¨ Marlow the Elf and her buddy Radish hit the road with their Greaux Healthy friends on the Road Sheaux! They’re spreading holiday cheer, healthy habits, and a little sparkle everywhere they go. πŸ’šπŸ₯•

Stay tuned to see where the next Greaux Healthy Road Sheaux stop will be. It’s sure to be elfin’ awesome! πŸŽ…πŸ½πŸŽ

For more information on the Greaux Healthy Road Sheaux:
https://greauxhealthy.org/resources/road-sheaux

12/15/2025

✨ Slow down and savor the season. Family traditions like storytelling, crafting, or cozy reading time bring connection without the chaos. πŸ’› Make memories that fill hearts, not schedules.

Happy start of Hanukkah from the Greaux Healthy team!
12/14/2025

Happy start of Hanukkah from the Greaux Healthy team!

12/10/2025

A huge THANK YOU to our amazing partners for making the Greaux Healthy Moves Bus stops a success! πŸ’š

We’re grateful to the Rotary Club of Livingston Parish, Northshore Community Foundation, The "Power of Pearl" Lung Cancer Walk, Tangipahoa - Reshaping Attitudes for Community Change, Region 9 Office of Public Health, Tangi Library - Amite Library, Our Lady of the Angels Hospital, Tangipahoa Parish School System, and St. Tammany Parish Public School System for helping us bring wellness resources to the community.

Together, we’re making healthy moves happen! πŸ™Œ


Marlow and Avocado were caught taking a screen break in the Pennington Biomedical Research Center library πŸ“΅πŸ’šRemember hea...
12/05/2025

Marlow and Avocado were caught taking a screen break in the Pennington Biomedical Research Center library πŸ“΅πŸ’š
Remember healthy habits aren’t just about food. Your mind needs time to rest, move, and connect offline too.

Don't forget to sign up below!
12/04/2025

Don't forget to sign up below!

Early Educators: Are your kids tuned in to healthy habits? Children today are surrounded by screens and too much screen time is related to higher risk for obesity, less sleep, and developmental delays in children. It's important to make sure children have plenty of time to be physically active and learn from the real world. This workshop, designed as part of the Greaux Healthy initiative, helps educators reduce or eliminate screen time and also provides smart ways to use high-quality screen time in small amounts to enhance learning. Seats are limited so register today! To register, go to: https://bit.ly/4rCMVhe

πŸ“’ Calling all Louisiana couples expecting or pregnant moms!Join the Pennington Generation Study and help researchers lea...
12/03/2025

πŸ“’ Calling all Louisiana couples expecting or pregnant moms!
Join the Pennington Generation Study and help researchers learn how health is passed from one generation to the next. πŸ’™ Each family member can earn up to $50 per person per year for participating.

Learn more & sign up: greauxhealthy.org/pennington-generation

Marlow and her friend Banana are whipping up a tasty β€œfruit friend” smoothie today β€” the perfect colorful snack to keep ...
12/02/2025

Marlow and her friend Banana are whipping up a tasty β€œfruit friend” smoothie today β€” the perfect colorful snack to keep the holiday energy going! 🍌✨πŸ₯€

Want to make your own? Check out the delicious smoothie recipes from the Pennington Biomedical Research Center Metabolic Kitchen for healthy inspiration!
Check out the recipe: https://labs.pbrc.edu/metabolic-kitchen/recipes/blueberry-smoothie/default.htm

✨ The holiday season is here, but that doesn't mean you have to do it all.  Sit down together and make a list of what tr...
12/01/2025

✨ The holiday season is here, but that doesn't mean you have to do it all. Sit down together and make a list of what truly matters most. Then let go of the rest. πŸ’« Fewer tasks, more joy, and time for what really counts. ❀️

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