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American Academy of Pediatrics American Diabetes Association American Heart Association American Obesity Association Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Let's Move! National Basketball Association (NBA) National Football League (NFL) National Institutes of Health National Heart Lung and Blood Institute Obesity in Children The Alliance for a Healthier Generation The Future of Children Trust for America's Health United States Food and Drug Administration United States Department of Agriculture United States Department of Health and Human Services
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HEALTHACTION Priorities for Monroe County Healthi Kids Monroe County Department of Health New York State Department of Health Greater Rochester Health Foundation Wegmans
Tip of the Day 11
Ask your child to move and sound like an animal. Take pictures.
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Tip of the Day 1
Use low-fat milk instead of whole. It's better for your child and tastes good too
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All forms of fruit count-- fresh, frozen, canned, dried or 100% juice. They make easy, healthy snacks too!
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For a healthy snack, add low-fat cheese to whole-grain crackers. A serving of cheese is 1 ounce: about the size of two dominos. Six medium-size crackers are one serving.
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Bright colored foods make meals more fun. Add orange and purple fruits and vegetables to make the table more colorful.
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For indoor play, ask your child to make a shape with their body: round, flat, tall etc.
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Dance, dance, dance as a family.
It’s hard to tell how much we’re eating when we’re distracted by the TV. Don’t snack while watching shows.
Tip of the Day 3
Start small. This week, provide a healthy after-school snack like an apple instead of one high in sugar or fat.
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Play “Simon Says.” Let your kids tell you what to do.
Kids learn from their parents. If you eat fruits and veggies, so will they.
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Make your own Twister game using throw rugs or hand towels on the floor.