amount of calories you eat each day and help you lose weight. Choosing foods with less fat is another way to reduce calories. Drink water instead of sweetened beverages. Eat a variety of whole-grain foods, fruits, and vegetables every day.
When you are food shopping, make it a family affair and choose nutritious foods together. Discuss the differences and the benefits of eating healthier with your children.
Move more. Only about half of all Americans aged 12 to 21 exercises regularly. The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans recommends 30 minutes of physical activity a day for adults and 60 minutes for children, at least five days a week. If you have not been active, talk with your healthcare professional about which activities are best. Start slowly to build up to your goal.
As a Certified Diabetes Educator with a “renewed passion for fitness,” I know how challenging it can be to move more. The mental workout is often more challenging than the physical workout. Use the following tips to get your family involved in physical activity.
Make detailed plans. Make a note of the activities you plan to do and how you will do them. Make sure to choose activities that are realistic for all family members. Plan a family