A Healthy Lifestyle for a Healthy Child

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A Healthy Lifestyle for a Healthy ChildFortunately, not all children who are heavy grow up to be overweight adults. However, studies indicate that an obese child has a greater chance of being an obese adult than children who are at a healthier weight. In fact, for every year that a child remains overweight, his or her risk of growing into an overweight adult increases. With the epidemic of childhood obesity in the United States, parents should focus on encouraging a less sedentary lifestyle and healthier dietary habits. Start with these simple approaches:

 

Curb screen time. Limit the time your child spends watching television, sitting at the computer, or playing video games. Set a good example. Studies have found that children are more likely to be physically active if their parents and siblings are active. Emphasize nutritious foods. Always have fruit and cut-up vegetables available for snacks and limit unhealthy snack foods. Eat meals together. Make healthy choices and limit serving sizes. Think about drinks. Cut back on fruit juices, sodas and whole milk to save calories.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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