Building "U" Health & Fitness Project

How families can promote a healthier lifestyle in their children:

·    Balancing sedentary and physical activities; for example, limiting TV-watching and computer and video game use when outdoor or other physical activity is possible.

·    Promoting the consumption of healthy food alternatives and healthy eating habits such as exercising portion control; eating high nutrition snacks and fresh fruits and vegetables instead of foods with high sugar or high unhealthy fat content; and choosing more nutritious options at fast-food outlets.

·    Encouraging children to walk more, play outdoors, and participating in physical activities.

·    Modeling and engaging in physical activity with children.