Depending on the age of your child you may want to talk with them about the importance of staying healthy and being active. Listed below are some general tips for you to consider. Your pediatrician will also be helpful in talking with your child. Your doctor can advise you on safe and fun activities and provide you with healthy eating tips. He/she can also help you plan for any physical limitations that your child may have.
Use the tips below to ensure that you are talking with your child in the most effective way. Dos and Don’ts of Talking with Children of All Ages
MyPyramid has suggestions on how to help your preschooler (ages 2-5) and school-age children (ages 6-10) eat well, be active, and be healthy.
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It’s hard to tell how much we’re eating when we’re distracted by the TV. Don’t snack while watching shows.
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Dance, dance, dance as a family.
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Kids learn from their parents. If you eat fruits and veggies, so will they.
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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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All forms of fruit count-- fresh, frozen, canned, dried or 100% juice. They make easy, healthy snacks too!
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Ask your child to move and sound like an animal. Take pictures.
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Make your own Twister game using throw rugs or hand towels on the floor.
Use low-fat milk instead of whole. It's better for your child and tastes good 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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For indoor play, ask your child to make a shape with their body: round, flat, tall etc.
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Play “Simon Says.” Let your kids tell you what to do.
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Start small. This week, provide a healthy after-school snack like an apple instead of one high in sugar or fat.