give your child a healthy start with good eating habits and an enjoyment of exercise that can last a lifetime. some tips include: don't use food as a reward. instead reward your child with praise hugs attention and fun activities create opportunities for "active play. " turn off the tv and video games and go to the park to walk the dog throw a ball climb on rocks or shoot some baskets. avoid the temptations of high-fat and high-sugar foods by keeping them out of the house. instead fill the fridge and pantry with healthy snacks. limit the amount of time your child watches tv. studies show a clear correlation between the amount of time a child watches tv and his or her weight. serve healthy meals at home as much as possible rather than eating out. when you go shopping encourage your child to help you choose healthy foods. they'll be more likely to eat a healthy snack if they helped pick it out.
how can i teach my child healthy eating and exercise habits?