While I am so happy to see programs going into schools to teach children the importance of eating right and staying physically active, it is futile if there home environment is not changing. We need to help the parents of overweight children learn healthy behaviors and help them become role models to their children. I… Continue reading More resources for parents of overweight children coming soon
Category: Nutrition
If the cereal name sounds like a dessert, it is a dessert!
The sugary cereals marketed to children are so unhealthy and adding to the childhood obesity epidemic. Lately, I have seen commercials advertising how healthy most sugary cereals are, because of the whole grain and high fiber content. Moms and Dads, don’t let the whole grain and high fiber fool you! The high sugar content in… Continue reading If the cereal name sounds like a dessert, it is a dessert!
Seven Tips to help you, help your Overweight Child?
If your child is struggling with their weight you need to become a great role model. It’s time to eat your fruits and veggies, among other healthy food options and start becoming physically active. Your child will learn healthy behaviors through watching you. Know that adult weight loss options are not appropriate for children. Kids… Continue reading Seven Tips to help you, help your Overweight Child?
Can a family really eat healthy on vacation?
When my great friend and travel agent, Denise Lorentzen, asked me to write an article about healthy eating on a family vacation, I had mixed feelings, because I know with the current childhood obesity epidemic families aren’t eating healthy at home, so how can you expect them to eat healthy on vacation. Second, I have… Continue reading Can a family really eat healthy on vacation?