Wellness -A welcomed addition to the curriculum.

Lets face it....America is fat. This problem for the most part occurs because of poor eating habits, and a lack of physical activity. For many, obesity begins in early childhood and develops into adulthood. It is an issue that must be addressed and Broward County officials are rising to the challenge.

According to reports in the Miami Herald, Broward County board members will vote on a policy today, that aims at addressing wellness among students. The policy, if implemented will see school's making it mandatory for all students to engage in some type of physical activity. In addition, parents would receive nutritional plans to aid in promoting healthy eating among students.

While access to healthier food choices is already in schools, these added measures are aimed at curbing the problem of obesity and other heath related problems in America.

This is a good place to start promoting wellness, since most of a child's time is spent in school. Also, peer pressure dictates to a great extent how one behaves. If a child sees his or her friends eating healthy and exercising then the likelihood of this practice continuing. Thumbs up to Broward County on a much needed measure.