Parents we are always busy with the demands of our work and family responsibilities. It’s tough to slow it down and I know that convenience is an absolute need. However, when it comes to our loved ones, we want to be around for as long as possible and help our children build healthy habits early on. Let’s take a moment and think about our own upbringing and what habits we were taught and how it affects us now. It could be a positive or negative impact. Such as an early involvement in sports, need to have dessert after every meal, or eating fatty, fried foods on certain holiday occasions. It all has affected us in the long run. How important is it for us as parents to help our next generation build healthy habits as early as possible? Let me share a few helpful hints….
10 Simple Tips for Improving the Health of your Household
1. Go on family runs or exercise together! Kids do what they see & experience
2. Participate in a 5K together that provide kids’ Fun Runs
3. Purchase cool new water bottles that they can bring to school to replace sugary juice boxes.
4. Make eating fruit & veggies fun by buying exotic fruits or veggies you normally don’t purchase, making kabobs, funny shaped fruits or yummy smoothies
5. Go on long adventure walks with your kids
6. Make sure all family members go to the dentist every 6 months
7. Set well-care appointments or physicals for every family member to prevent health issues
8. Create exercise challenges during TV commercials (pushup or plank challenges)
9. Invest in bikes for every family member and find a safe bike trail
10. Reduce the processed foods or fast food options with healthier, fresh foods at least twice a week.
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