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Children want to be like their peers, but many children suffer from the stigma of being overweight. Here are some ideas to help your child to maintain a healthy weight, look good and feel good.

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    Encourage your child to drink water, it helps to keep their metabolism balanced and flushes out toxins. Encourage them with a new personal water bottle.
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    Eat with your child; encourage appropriate portion sizes.
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    Fast food should be a rare treat, not the norm. Take the time to cook healthy meals and your child will benefit for the rest of his/her life.
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    Provide healthy snacks, vegetables and fruits, juices.
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    Let your child go shopping with you for healthy foods.
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    Provide activities that encourage movement; exercise balls, bicycles, climbing activities
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    Consider a neighborhood class, maybe taking a class like karate or dance with them
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    Try good old fashioned walking; you can plan a designation ahead of time to make it fun and interesting
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    Regular meals and planned snacks are great and less food focused
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    Regular physician check-ups for a good weight record and to rule out any potential health problems that can contribute to weight problems
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Tips

  • Your child might enjoy making their own recipe book of healthy foods.
  • Let your child get involved with meal planning and preparation, keeping the kitchen and refrigerator and cooking surfaces clean; let them be in charge with supervision if old enough. It gives them a sense of control.

Warnings

  • Do not encourage young children to diet, it can be dangerous unless approved by a doctor.
  • Praise and encourage your child in all things; never discourage them about their weight; provide guidance with choices with food

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Categories: Diet & Lifestyle | Childhood Health

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