University of California's AsisTel

The public can get practical ideas for developing healthful eating and exercise habits from the University of California Cooperative Extension by calling AsisTel toll-free at 1 (800) 514-4494.

The service includes 20 messages with information on such topics as healthful snacking, easy ways to exercise, avoiding dinnertime battles with children, and appropriate portion sizes.  AsisTel is a free public service.  It includes nutrition and physical activity information based on the latest research findings of university scientists.

For more information and a listing of messages, click here.

AsisTel de la UC

Los mensajes brindan recomendaciones prácticas para controlar el peso, prevenir la diabetes y mejorar la alimentación y la condición física de chicos y grandes.

Temas:

• La prevención de la obesidad
• Los latinos y la diabetes
• Desastres naturales