2. HEALTHY EATING PLAN
By coming up with a
healthy eating plan,
children are able to reduce
their risk of obtaining
certain diseases later on in
life.
Fruits, vegetables, whole
grains, low -fat milk
products, and lean meats
are important aspects of a
healthy eating plan.
Healthy eating plans teach
kids about the importance
of portion control
throughout their daily diet.
For more information go to
this website
3. GET ACTIVE!
It is important to be active
throughout your everyday life
because by being active, your
body is able to burn of f the
calories that you eat.
By getting active, it helps your
body…
*Reduce stress
*Improving your sleep
*Makes your bones stronger
*Gives you energy
*Makes you feel good!
4. REFERENCES
AL Farwan, W. (2011). Perceived personal, social, and environmental barriers to healthy eating among
young overweight and obese Saudi women. Middle East Journal of Family Medicine, 9(10), 3-9
Bethene, E. (2012). Healthy eating index-2005 total and component scores for adults aged 20 and over.
Hyattsville, MD: U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention, National Center for Health Statistics. Retrieved from
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Rutledge, Teresa F., Ed. (2011). School Health Guidelines to Promote Healthy Eating and Physical Activity.
Morbidly and Mortality Weekly Report. Recommendations and Reports. Retrieved from ERIC
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