Topic:	diabetes (dm)
Title:	Healthy Habits for Healthy Kids: A Nutrition and Activity Guide for Parents.
Author:	American Dietetic Association.
Source:	Chicago, IL: American Dietetic Association. 2003. 13 p.
Availability:	Available from American Dietetic Association. 120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2000, Chicago, IL 60606. Phone: 1-800-877-1600. Email: sales@eatright.org. Website: www.eatright.org. Price: Available free of charge on website.
Abstract:	This pamphlet helps parents of children who are overweight or who are at risk of becoming overweight, outline and reach wellness goals by making healthy changes at home. Parents are reminded that healthy eating and physical activity do not become habits overnight; it takes time and effort to make them part of a daily routine. This guide offers recommendations that are most appropriate for children ages 4 to 12 years. Topics include the importance of involving the whole family in healthy behaviors, how to set realistic goals, the use of a daily food and activity log, the role of family mealtimes, the food pyramid as a tool for establishing a balanced diet, exercise and activity options for the whole family, and healthy hints for eating out at restaurants with kids. The pamphlet includes many interactive sections, with space for parents and children to fill in their present activities, their goals for behavior change, and how they will approach those goals. The website addresses for a number of resource organizations are also provided. The pamphlet is also available in Spanish.
Format:	Monograph/Book
Language:	English.
Major Keywords:	Diabetes Mellitus. Obesity. Body Weight. Meal Planning. Family. Children. Parent-Child Relations. Behavior Modification.
Minor Keywords:	Motivation. Parenting. Parents. Nutrition. Exercise. Recreation. Psychosocial Factors. Risk Factors. Prevention. Recordkeeping.
Publication Number:	DMBK12313.
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