Childhood Obesity - Do you have an overweight child? We offer tips to help your child lose weight and get fit!
The My Overweight Child blog will help you keep informed about the latest research, findings, and resources available to parents of overweight or obese kids. There are many knowledgeable people working on the increasingly dire problem of childhood obesity - and we want to give parents a place where they can check in regularly to see the latest studies and tips available to help you help your child lose weight and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
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Thursday, June 01, 2006
Does your child's school reward the class that read the most books during the "promote reading week" with a pizza party? Are students who achieved the honor roll given an ice cream treat? There are many disadvantages of using food as a reward. Not only does it encourage children to overeat foods high in fat and sugar, it teaches them to eat when they're not necessarily hungry - to reward themselves.
Suggest to your school some alternatives to food rewards. Some ideas:
- Stickers, pencils, or other school supplies
- Watching a video
- Extra recess or art time
- Having the teacher read a special book
- Playing a game as a class
Posted By: Lori S
