How to Put Your Child on a Diet.
Although childhood obesity is becoming a national epidemic, you can use several strategies to
help your child overcome a weight problem and lead a healthy life.
You will need Healthy foods Activities that promote exercise Scheduled eating times and
professional help (optional).
Always consult a physician before attempting any exercise or exercise plan.
Step 1.
Focus on healthy foods rather than putting your child on a strict diet.
Eliminate high-calorie fillers and substitute healthy foods, such as raw vegetables in place
of fried foods.
Seek professional help if your child has an eating disorder or is obese.
Step 2.
Plan activities that keep your child moving and physically engaged such as summer camp,
karate class, dancing, or sports.
Step 3.
Share a balanced meal as a family and then shift to a fun activity like playing a game
or going for a walk.
Limit sedentary time with the TV, video games, and computers to a few hours a day.
Step 4.
Institute regular meal and snack times and restrict all-day snacking.
Step 5.
Eat right and exercise and your child will more easily adopt a healthy lifestyle by following
your lead.
Did you know Did you know?
One study found that 25 percent of obese adults were overweight as children.