Obesity and overweight, which continue to rise in France as in all industrialized countries, are a cause for concern among healthcare professionals. The INPES 2002 Health and Nutrition...

Although children and adolescents demonstrate a good understanding of what constitutes a healthy diet, their food choices are primarily guided by their personal preferences. Furthermore,...

Professor Daniel Rivière coordinates the working group on "Physical and Sports Activities for Older Adults." In January 2014, he submitted his report to the government and put forward a...

Physical activity slows down the aging process. For patients with cystic fibrosis, it improves their lung capacity and their ability to fight off lung infections. According to the WHO, a...

Based on scientific findings regarding dietary imbalances and rising obesity rates, France has implemented a National Nutrition and Health Program over the past three years. This...

Here are the various components of the National Nutrition and Health Program (PNNS) designed for those working in schools: informational resources, support for community-based...

How do the French engage in physical activity, and how much time do they devote to it? This article presents some findings from the 2005 Health Barometer survey conducted by INPES. The...

It is society’s responsibility to encourage people to engage in physical activity and to create more supportive environments. We must give meaning to this activity, which fosters social...

After nearly thirty years, the Kino-Québec program continues to promote physical activity. Safe walking routes for schoolchildren, neighborhoods designed to increase the number of people...