A Healthy Family is a Happy Family

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Do These 3 Things to Have a Healthier Family Today:

1. Replace sugar snacks with fresh fruits
2. Take your family for a 30 minute walk, bike ride, or play time in the backyard
3. Make all of your meals of the day home made.
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Good health starts at home, in the refrigerator and cupboards. What your family eats will play a major role in determining behavior, appearance and overall well-being.

Benefits of a healthy diet include:

Energy – Not only will you have more energy, but increased focus and attention will help you to develop a stronger mind.

Activity – More energy equals more physical activity equals healthier, better-looking people. I’m not making this up.

Resistance – Save money at the drug store, and help to prevent diseases such as type-2 diabetes.

How can you change your eating habits? Here are a few tips:

LIMIT SUGAR – Simply put, sugar is not part of a well-balanced diet. Limit your intake as much as possible. Replace candy and other sugary snacks with fresh fruit, granola bars and other healthy alternatives.

COLD TREATS – Instead of reaching for the ice cream, try freezing your favorite fruits and berries. Add yogurt and blend for delicious, wholesome smoothies. Or, fill an ice cube tray with fresh, 100% fruit juice. Cover with saran wrap and place toothpicks upright in the center. Voila! Instant (well, almost) popsicles.

GET THE WHOLE FAMILY INVOLVED – Let your kids help at the grocery store. Giving them specific jobs to do will keep them focused, and out of trouble. They’ll feel a sense of accomplishment, and you’ll be spending quality time together, away from the TV.

SIDEBAR: homemade food contains more nutrients and less sodium.

LEAD BY EXAMPLE – Everyone wants to emulate everyone else. It’s human nature. When you drink soda, your kids will want some. Simply explaining that it’s bad for them is not enough. Drink water or juice. When you want a snack, choose fresh fruits and veggies.

Remember: life is about balance. A few simple changes to your diet can go a long way.  Start slow.  Make 1 simple change today and continue with that change through the week.  After that’s second nature try adding another.  It’s a lot like brushing your teeth, it becomes something that you “just do.”

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