Healthy Living

Healthy Living is one of 4-H's three main mission mandates.

"Healthy food and nutrition has been addressed by the program since its inception in 1902. Having a long history of promoting healthy living among youth and their families, 4-H has become a national leader in health- related education. The 4-H Healthy Living Mission Mandate engages youth and families through access and opportunities to achieve optimal physical, social, and emotional well-being. The core areas of Healthy living are:

• Nutrition
• Fitness
• Social-Emotional Health
• Prevention of Injuries
• Prevention of Tobacco, Alcohol, and other Drug Use

Healthy Living-inspired Community Service

Connecting with others has been shown to increase our happiness and our health! Here are 50 ways to include Healthy Living in 4-H service learning projects. What is your club inspired to do? How may you be of help?

Health for Better Living

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