Children emulate what they observe their parents doing. Parents can set a good example for their children by making healthier food selections. One place to start is by speaking with a dietician at your local hospital. He or she can help to create a healthy diet plan for the individual needs of your family. There is also a wealth of information and tips at: http://mypyramid.gov/. Also worth noting is the "MyPyramid for Kids" section of the site. It includes a PDF explaining the key concepts behind it in addition to educational activities for children and tips for families about nutrition and exercise.
Obesity is a growing topic in the news as more research is uncovering health issues related to obesity. Education about nutrition and exercise might help to alleviate this health issue. If children observe their parents establishing healthy eating practices, they too will begin to eat better foods. This, in turn, would produce another generation of more health-conscious individuals as the cycle of healthy eating habits was taught to the next generation of children.
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Tuesday, January 2, 2007
Summer Safety Tips
With the onset of summer vacation, it is a good time to post some safety tips that might help keep you and your children safe as the summer fun begins this year!
- Practice common sense.
- Make clear safety rules for the whole family.
- Learn to swim and/or teach your children how to swim.
- Swim in familiar areas to reduce the risk of potential dangers.
- Set up a secure area for your pool.
- Be aware of where children are. Many lives are lost every year due to accidental drowning.
- Keep rescue equipment and emergency numbers near your pool.
- Wear life jackets.
- Follow all of the rules posted in the area where you and your family are swimming.
The American Red Cross has an extensive amount of information to educate parents and children about safety. Visit:
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