Nutrition's his mission, good health's his goal

Mael Oui — Sun, 06 Jul 2008 01:48:20 -0800

Remember John Burstein? Since 1975, he has been educating children (including many of us!) about the human body and the importance of health and nutrition in a rather unique way. Like many superheroes before him, he dons a form-fitting suit and transforms into a shocking alter ego... the living anatomical reference, Slim Goodbody! From his birth at New York's Floating Hospital, Mr. Goodbody went on to capture the hearts of a generation between his dynamic live shows; the PBS television show, The Inside Story; and his regular appearances on Captain Kangaroo! He even recorded albums like The Inside Story (anyone have the full-color activity poster and lyric sheet?) and Healthy Is Wealthy [back cover], featuring songs from 'The Adventures of Slim Goodbody in Nutri-City' (a little more info about this album here)! Today, Mr. Goodbody is still performing to packed theaters (and school gymnasiums) with sidekick Bill Strong, Mandroid the Mime, and Slenda and the All Fit Team. John Burstein has even expanded his repertoire to cover other subjects, as in his Math Monsters and Symphonasaurus! shows and his online Daily Almanac. You can also watch his videos on Slim Goodbody TV (aka YouTube)! Now, give yourself a hug, and say, 'I love my body. I'm the best me in the world!'

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