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Kids
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adults, so eat
healthy and
be active every day!
Keep a variety of healthy foods on hand. Eat plenty of
fruits and vegetables, whole-grain, low-fat dairy
products, lean meats, and dry beans. Limit the amount of
foods you buy that are high in fat or added sugar.
Watch
Serving
Sizes
Remember,
younger kids need less food than teenagers and adults.
Start with small serving and give extra if they want more.
Be
Active
You
need at least 30 minutes of activity most days of the
week. Your kids need at least 60 minutes of physical
activity every day. Add activities to your daily schedule,
like walking, biking, working in the yard, or cleaning the
house.
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Meeker County or Sibley County, feel free to Contact
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Balance
Your Day
With
Food & Play
EAT
SMART. PLAY HARD. ™
Balance
Each Day With Food & Play!
Healthy
eating habits and physical activity work together for
better health.
Making
healthy food choices helps kids to grow, develop, and be
ready to learn.
Being
physically active is fun and helps you feel good too!
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Making
Smart Food Choices
and Being Active
Every Day
Helps
everyone keep mentally and physically fit.
Helps
to maintain a healthy weight.
Helps
reduce risks of serious diseases like heart disease,
high blood pressure, diabetes, and some types of
cancer.
Helps
kids to grow and develop and provides them with the
energy they need to learn and play.
Balancing What You Eat
With What You Do
If you sit all day at work...
Grab
the kids and take a long walk; invite the neighbors.
Put on some music and dance. Visit a park, museum, or
zoo.
If
you are at a fast food restaurant…
Try
a grilled chicken sandwich with mustard. Add a side
salad with low-fat dressing. Split an order of fries.
If
you find it hard to be active…
Try walking up and down the stairs. Park farther
away from stores. Walk your child to school or to the
bus stop.
If
you are going on a picnic…
Bring
foods like crunchy veggies with lowfat dip,
whole-grain bread, baked or grilled meats, or fruits
for dessert. Don’t forget to bring a ball or frisbee
to play with or music so everyone can dance. Get
everyone moving after they eat.
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