How to Promote Healthy Lunches and Healthy Lifestyles for your Kids
By: Heather Schoenrock
More than 12 percent of U.S. high school students are obese (≥ 95th percentile for body mass index) and 78 percent eat fruits and vegetables less than five times per day, according to a 2009 survey conducted by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The same study indicates that, of the schools surveyed, only 18 percent provide outlets for students to purchase fruits or vegetables at school while 77 percent provide soda for purchase.
While poor nutrition and childhood obesity are critical issues threatening our children’s short and long-term health, proper nutrition helps prevent childhood obesity, promotes physical growth and enhances focus. As a parent, you serve as a teacher and as an advocate in promoting good nutrition for your children; here are four tips: Continue reading
