Active people generally live longer and are at less risk for serious health problems such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, obesity, and some cancers. For people with chronic diseases, physical activity can manage these conditions and complications.
Good nutrition and physical activity are vital for healthy growth and development. In contracts, poor nutrition and low levels of physical activity contribute to childhood obesity. Eastern Idaho Public Health helps communities create safe places for children to walk and play through playground improvement projects.
Physical Activity, CDC
1 in 4
US adults who fully meet physical activity guidelines
$117 Billion
Annual health care costs associated with inadequate physical activity
- Active People, Healthy Nation℠ | Active People, Healthy Nation | CDC
- Active People, Healthy Nation℠: Getting Started | Active People, Healthy Nation | CDC
- Good Nutrition Starts Early | Nutrition | CDC
- Guidelines and Recommended Strategies | Physical Activity | CDC
- Healthy Eating Tips
- Physical Activity Basics and Your Health | Physical Activity Basics | CDC
- Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans | odphp.health.gov
- Tips for Healthy Eating for a Healthy Weight | Healthy Weight and Growth | CDC
- What’s your move?
Contact Us
Timalee Geisler, MHE
Phone: 208-533-3149
Email: tgeisler@eiph.idaho.gov