Youth A.C.T.

Due to Healthy Malden’s closing after 16 years, Youth A.C.T. has changed its mailing address. Physical mail can be sent to our interim address at:

We no longer have phone or fax contact, but e-mail remains the best way to get in touch with us. You can do so via our contact page.

Youth A.C.T. would like to thank Healthy Malden for supporting our mission and helping out with all our events.

Health is a complicated topic. Many factors contribute to being overweight and obese. Sugar, however, is one of the worst substances for your body. Robert H. Lustin, MD, UCSF Professor of Pediatrics in the Division of Endocrinology, explores the damage the sugary foods cause. He argues that too much fructose and not enough fiber are large cornerstones of the obesity epidemic.

Kiran Bir Sethi teaches kids in India life’s most valuable lesson: “I can.” She empowers youth to take on local issues, lead other young people, and educate their parents.