great idea to get your kids moving. Perhaps every other day, an evening at the neighborhood park playing tag will do the trick.
Weight loss for kids also involves helping them make better food choices. So many kids today are accustomed to eating fast food at least two or three times a week because of our schedules. Unfortunately, these meals are loaded with fat and calories. In addition, when children are used to eating these highly flavorful salty foods, their taste buds are likely to reject a lean piece of grilled chicken or bland vegetables. Taper back your fast food per week and work towards limiting these “treats” to once or twice a month.
Begin introducing more healthful meals for dinner. Truly, “good for you” doesn’t have to mean bland, boring dinners. We all grew up with meat being the main focal point of a meal, but a small piece of meat is really quite sufficient. Now that calories have been saved by offering smaller amounts of meat, you can dress up those veggies and make them more exciting and palatable. Carbohydrates are not the enemy in that some would have you believe; however, as Americans we certainly don’t need to strive to get the appropriate amount either. Offering a small amount of whole grain couscous with meals as opposed to a heaping amount of macaroni and cheese is a great alternative to the side dish.
Above all, be patient. For the most part, your children will not have a significant amount of weight loss. Rather, they will maintain their weight as they gain height and grow into their weight.
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