Bill Text: GA HR910 | 2009-2010 | Regular Session | Introduced

Georgia House Resolution 910 (Prior Session Legislation)

Introduced

Bill Title: Nutrition Month at the state capitol; March, 2009; recognize

Spectrum: Slight Partisan Bill (Republican 2-1)

Status: (Passed) 2009-04-01 - House Read and Adopted [HR910 Detail]

Download: Georgia-2009-HR910-Introduced.html

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House Resolution 910

By: Representatives Benfield of the 85th, Millar of the 79th, and Cooper of the 41st

A RESOLUTION

Commending the American Heart Association and recognizing March, 2009, as Nutrition Month at the state capitol; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, a healthy diet and lifestyle are the best weapons against cardiovascular disease; and

WHEREAS, simple steps can create a healthy lifestyle and can result in long-term benefits to an individual's overall health and heart health; and

WHEREAS, the American Heart Association is a national voluntary health agency devoted to building healthier lives that are free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke; and

WHEREAS, originally called the Association for the Prevention and Relief of Heart Disease in New York City, the American Heart Association was established in 1915 by a group of physicians and social workers concerned about the lack of information regarding heart disease; and

WHEREAS, over the last century, the American Heart Association has been dedicated to providing the public with credible heart disease and stroke information in order to prevent and treat such life-threatening ailments; and

WHEREAS, the American Heart Association has designated March as Nutrition Month, providing quality education and informative programs throughout the month related to improving one's overall heath and in turn reducing one's risk for stroke and cardiovascular disease; and

WHEREAS, to maintain a healthy lifestyle it is vital to burn at least as many calories as you eat each day, which requires cognizance of the amount of calories in food and exercising for at least 30 minutes each day; and
WHEREAS, a healthy lifestyle requires eating a variety of nutritious foods from all the food groups, focusing on nutrient rich foods that are high in vitamins, minerals, and fiber and low in calories; and

WHEREAS, eating less nutrient-poor foods such as those with trans-fats, high cholesterol, saturated fats, and high levels of sodium will reduce the chance on developing cardiovascular disease; and

WHEREAS, avoiding tobacco products is essential to preventing heart disease and promoting a healthy lifestyle; and

WHEREAS, through the guidance and initiatives of the American Heart Association, all Americans can take control of their heart health and reduce their risk for cardiovascular disease and stroke.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body commend the American Heart Association for its efforts in creating healthy Americans and increasing awareness of heart disease and recognize March, 2009, as Nutrition Month at the state capitol.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to transmit appropriate copies of this resolution to the American Heart Association and members of the public and the press.