Friday, February 15, 2008

Healthy Eating

Here are five of the best smart eating habits:

1. Have regular family meals.
2. Serve a variety of healthy foods and snacks.
3. Be a role model by eating healthy yourself.
4. Avoid battles over food.
5. Involve kids in the process.

Here are some ways to incorporate all five strategies into your routine.
Family Meals

Family meals are a comforting habit for all. It should be taken care that diet includes fruits, vegetables, and grains, less of unhealthy foods. Also less likely to smoke or drink alcohol. And try these strategies: Allow your teen to invite a friend to dinner, Involve your teen in meal planning and preparation. Keep mealtime calm and congenial. Strive for nutritious food and a time when everyone can be there.
Stocking Up on Healthy Foods

See to that you have fruits and vegetables into the daily routine, Limit other low-nutrient snacks, bound sugary drinks, Serve lean meats and other good sources of protein, Choose whole-grain breads and cereals so kids get more fiber.
Don’t Battle Over Food

A better strategy is to give kids some control, but to also limit the kind of foods available at home. Parents control which foods are available to the child, both at mealtime and between meals. Keep a schedule of meals, Establish a predictable schedule of meals and snacks.

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