Active living can be inexpensive and easy. Families can take advantage of neighborhood playgrounds, trails, parks, and organizations . Here are some tips to prevent obesity in children through physical activity. In addition to physical activity, eating a healthy diet is another important factor in addressing childhood obesity. One report suggests that Americans are making wiser diet choices by eating more salads, but the number of meals consumed outside of the home has increased and the portion sizes are larger.
Healthy eating is important for children as they develop into adults.
If children are overweight, the aim should be weight maintenance not weight loss . For more information regarding eating disorders and nutrition click Kids Help Phone . See also the CHN Healthy Eating site and the Children and Youth sites on CHN for more information on Healthy Eating and factors affecting children and youth. SummerActive is designed to combat inactivity in Canadians. It coordinates events and programs in your community.