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Overweight children need
support, acceptance and encouragement from their parents. Parents
should not try to set children apart because of their weight, but
focus on gradually changing their family's physical activities and
eating habits.
Regular physical
activity, combined with healthy eating habits, is the most efficient
and healthy way to control your weight.
Here are some useful
tips:
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Be a role model for
your kids. If your children see that you are physically active and
have fun, they are more likely to to be active and stay active for
the rest of their lives.
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Plan family activities
that provide everyone with exercise and enjoyment, like walking,
dancing, cycling or swimming. For example; schedule a walk with your
family after dinner instead of watching TV.
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Be sensitive to your
kid's needs. Overweight children may fell uncomfortable about
participating in certain activities. It is important to help your
kid find physical activities they enjoy and are not embarrassing or
difficult.
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Reduce the amount of
time that you and your family spend in sedentary activities, such as
watching TV or play video games. Television, ass well as computer
and video games, often contribute to children's inactive lifestyle.
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Become more active
throughout your day and encourage your family to do so as well. For
example, walk up the stairs instead of taking the elevator, or do
some activities during a work or school break - get up and stretch
or walk around.
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