• Childhood obesity affects every 1 out of 3 children In America Today

• It is the leading cause in many illnesses and diseases

What will you do to help make a difference?

It Starts with Positive Thinking!

School is the most influential place for kids. They canget involved by:

education on healthy foods and dietinvolving students in more exerciseafter school programscreating healthier school mealsSupport groups

Family would be the next group that influences kidschoices. They can get involved by:

Providing healthy dinners and lunchesSetting an example for their children byexercising and eating right tooPromoting healthy eating habitsSupporting school programsRespecting their children’s eating choices

You can get involved too, by: encouraging positive attitudes and healthy selfimagesGetting activeMaking good eating choicesRespecting and helping yourPeersAsking for helpGetting involved in sportsMaking friends with everyoneHaving Positive Thinking

• Ultimately you are where change will begin. Practicing healthy eating habits, exercise, positive thinking and supporting each other will began to put child obesity to an end!

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