• May 10, 2011

The Healthy Weight Commitment Foundation -- made up of 160 retailers, food and beverage makers, restaurants, NGO's, trade organizations and others -- has launched a national "Together Counts" campaign to encourage families to eat and engage in physical activities together to counter obesity and promote good health.

Families will be provided with tools to track their progress and compare them with the results in their communities and across America. The program will also offer rewards and incentives to provide positive reinforcement. The campaign's site, togethercounts.com, will provide families with tips and advice for participation, and a mobile app will give participants access to log and track their progress anywhere.