Wednesday, April 7, 2010

Tips to fight child obesity

Childhood obesity is on the rise at an alarming rate in the U.S. It will take efforts from parents and educators to slow this trend. Here are a few tips to help your family be their healthiest.

1. Be health conscious Parents – You are the best example! If you exercise and eat healthy your kids will likely follow your lead.

2. Plan family meals – With our busy schedules it’s easy to go for the quick fast food meal. Plan a few nights a week together at the table and prepare a quick easy healthy meal. There are tons of recipes on line or get the prograde recipe book for only $4.95- http://lefeverwellness.getprograde.com/prograderecipebook.html


3. Take time to exercise together – Step away from the X-Box or T.V. and plan an hour on the weekend or 30 minutes during the week to walk, ride bikes, or just get out and play with your kids. They will love it and you will all burn some calories together.

Together we can reverse the trend

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