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There is strong evidence showing a positive relationship between the intake of sweetened beverages and obesity in children. An American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) policy statement on soft drinks in schools recommends that pediatricians work to eliminate their availability in the school setting. Children should be encouraged to drink water and have limited intake of sugary beverages. Fruit juice should be 100% natural juice, but even this should be consumed in conservative amounts. The greatest value in fruits is realized when consumed whole and the nutrients, including the natural sugar, are mixed with the inherent fiber.
Next Post: Wednesday August 5, 2015: Powerful Tips for Preventing Obesity in Your Kids #7 – Eat Breakfast
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Research indicates there is a relationship between having regular family meals and the quality of food choices in adolescents. The increased frequency of family meals is associated with greater intake of fruits, vegetables and milk, and a concomitant decrease in fried foods and carbonated beverages. Eating together as a family is also associated with the consumption of more nutrients like calcium, iron, vitamins and fiber along with fewer saturated and Trans fats. Next Post: Wednesday July 29, 2015: Powerful Tips for Preventing Obesity in Your Kids #6 – Limit Sweetened Beverages Vitamin A plays a critical role in vision (especially night vision), the immune system and reproduction. It also helps the lungs, kidneys and other organs to function properly. Vitamin C is an antioxidant that helps protect our cells from damage. It is also necessary to make collagen, which is needed to heal wounds. Vitamin C helps our bodies absorb iron from plant-based sources and boosts the immune system, which protects us from diseases. Vitamin K plays an essential role in blood clotting and helps build strong bones, prevent heart disease and facilitate other body functions. Next Post: Wednesday July 22, 2015: Powerful Tips for Preventing Obesity in Your Kids #5 – Eat Meals Together as a Family Powerful Tips for Preventing Obesity in Your Kids #3 – Eat More Fiber, Potassium and Magnesium7/8/2015
Soluble fiber like oats and barley have cholesterol lowering properties that can reduce the risk of heart disease, while also lowering the risk of diabetes by curtailing spikes in blood sugar and insulin levels. Insoluble fibers found in whole wheat, brown rice, and bulgur may be helpful in preventing colon cancer and will help the body digest food more easily. Potassium helps promote healthy blood pressure by countering the effects of too much sodium (salt) and may also protect the heart and bones. Magnesium is important for regulating muscle and nerve function, blood sugar levels, blood pressure and the production of protein, bone and DNA.
Next Post: Wednesday July 15, 2015: Powerful Tips for Preventing Obesity in Your Kids #4 – Eat More Vitamin A, C and K
Everyone should eat 5 or more servings of fruits and vegetables each day. This is one of the major points you will see whenever obesity prevention for children is discussed. American Dietetic Association (ADA) research shows that eating more fruits and vegetables plays a significant role in preventing obesity in children. This happens for two reasons. First, fruits and vegetables provide significant nutritional value. Second, if young people eat more fruits and vegetables, they will eat less unhealthy food. Fruits and vegetables offer many nutritional benefits. They are low in calories, high in fiber, have high nutrient density and provide essential vitamins (e.g., vitamins A, C, K) as well as potassium and magnesium.
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