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  • Medications for Weight Loss

    Article that reviews weight loss medication options and considerations for individuals with Down syndrome.

  • Nutrition 101 Webinar Recording

    Recording of a webinar about nutrition in people with Down syndrome and ways to support healthy eating.

  • Healthy Eating Visual

    Visual supporting healthier daily eating habits, focusing on balanced meals, portion sizes, and nutritious food and drink choices

  • The Recipe for Health: How to Nourish Your Mind, Body, & Soul Webinar Recording

    Recording of a webinar outlining “ingredients” for health – nutrition, physical activity, sleep, stress management, and social connections.

  • Nutrition and Hydration Apps

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    List of apps that support healthier eating, hydration tracking, and managing specific diets such as a gluten-free diet.

  • Products to Assist with Portion Control

    Article that highlights products such as portion plates, measuring cups, and other items that can help with knowing how much food we are eating.

  • Healthy Snacks Visual

    Visual that explains what to include in a healthy snack and provides examples.

  • Healthy Snacking

    Article that highlights nutritious snack ideas that support energy, wellness, and balanced eating.

  • Weight Management in Adults with Down Syndrome

    Article that outlines factors that can affect weight of people with Down syndrome (such as hormones, sleep, and medications) and practical strategies for managing weight.

  • Special Olympics MyHealth

    Resources related to health promotion topics such as healthy eating and mental health designed for Special Olympics athletes and individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

  • Guides to Healthy Eating and Drinking

    Visuals that explain healthy foods and drinks using the stoplight method to classify foods and drinks as green (everyday), yellow (sometimes), and red (special occasions).

  • Supporting People with Down Syndrome in Living a Healthy Lifestyle Webinar Recording (5/12/2021)

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    Recording of a webinar with strategies for promoting healthy eating, physical activity, sleep, stress management, personal hygiene, and social connection.