PREVENT CHILDHOOD OBESITY

Childhood Obesity is on the raise. My pediatrician says that the number of over weight teens has nearly tripled in the past 2 decades. And that extra comes with a lot of baggage like an increase in type 2 diabetes in children, high blood pressure, and even some forms of cancer. Is there anything you can do???? PARENTS THINK ABOUT KIDS HEALTH. INTRODUCE HEALTHY AND NUTRITIOUS FOODS FOR YOUR KIDS.

BREAST IS STILL BEST:

Whatever your feelings on breast feeding it's still a great start for your baby's life and life long health. Breast feed is good for mom as well as good for kid.

MAKING SMART CHOICES:

Some of this sounds like common sense. Feed your kids healthful foods and they will be healthier. Big surprise, but stop and think about the long- term effects of a balanced diet. Just cooking dinner at home rather than pickup takeout can make a real difference in your child's life -- today and tomorrow.

LIMIT SWEETS AND FASTFOOD:

My pediatrician suggested me that don't give sugerated foods, junk foods to your kids. While your kids are still small get in the habit of offering fruits and vegetables at snack time --- instead of cookies and cupcakes. Aim to cook dinner most nights, and save the fast food for special occasions. Don't forget to consider portion sizes too --- both at home and when you eat out. As tempting as it is to push kids to join the clean plat club, It's better to let their stomachs decide when they are full. Little changes can make a big difference over time. Get your kids off to a good start with a balanced diet, and start them on the path to great health.