Parents: “Remember your kid’s health is in your hands”

5-2-1-Plan for Children*

Childhood obesity is a growing epidemic.  Implement this plan with your children and you are guaranteed to see results.

5 Fruits/veggies/day

• Focus on the whole fruit instead of juices which pack too many calories/serving
• Emphasize non starchy veggies such as salad to reduce calories
• Eat the skin for additional fiber to help satisfy your child’s hunger levels

2 Hours of computer/TV time

Sitting in front of a screen limits your child’s activity leading to weight gain!  Although this is a difficult task for parents to enforce because our hectic schedules, your child will reap the health benefits he/she deserves.  Explain to your child this is not a “punishment”.  Free time allows him/her to explore creativity and encourages more physical activity.  Let’s get back to playing catch, cooking together and running bases………

1 Hour of Physical Activity Daily

Your child will have much more time when tv/computer is limited.  Encourage any physical movement and explore fun activities with your children. Get them a pedometer ($8-$10) and give them a challenge. Kids love this! Their goal is 10,000 steps a day. They’ll be amazed at how fast the steps add up and they’ll forget they’re getting exercise. Don’t worry, we won’t tell!

*Note: This plan has been developed and implemented by BCBS and other government health agencies.

 

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