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Eat a diet rich in fresh fruits and vegetables. Buy
local products when they are in season. They will be fresher and tastier! |
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Buy whole grain cereals, whole grain bread, oatmeal, or brown rice. |
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Avoid processed foods, snack cakes, etc. |
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Encourage children to drink water, in place of sugary sports drinks,
soda, and even fruit juices. |
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Small servings of nuts or pretzels are a healthier alternative to potato
chips. (Never give whole nuts to toddlers, or to individuals known to be
allergic to nuts) |
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Drink 18-20 oz. of milk or yogurt a day. Dairy is an excellent source
of Vitamin D, Calcium, and protein… and has been shown to help people
to lose weight! |
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Limit fast food intake to one time per week or less! |
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Spices are OK! Healthy food doesn’t need to be tasteless (just
don’t overdo it on the salt). |
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Add vegetables to other cooked foods: broccoli to mac and cheese; squash/peppers/corn
to tomato sauce. |
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Sprinkle fresh or dried fruit on salads to make them palatable to children. |
