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How can we raise kids' awareness of the benefits of fresh food so they can make better choices?

Joe Force

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"Made by Earth" Vending Machine

Interactive vending machine used to inform, educate and entertain. The thought process is not to replace sugar-laden vending machines, but place it next to them to help children make their own choice while learning about nutrition and where food actually comes from.

August 24, 2010, 03:09PM 4172 views 18 comments 45 applause

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September 19, 2010, 01:02AM

I appreciate anyone who has given applause. Please feel free to add comments on how to keep it engaging! Several ideas:

1. Networked system to allow children to keep track of their healthy choices across multiple machines.
2. Connect with a website that provides alternatives to sugary snacks, and allows them to add additional healthy snacks (for points).
3. Achievement systems to cheer them on and "level-up" as they continue to make healthy choices.

Make it fun, make it engaging, leave kids wanting more. It's habit changing and fun.

Joe

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