How can I reduce my child's risk for obesity?

There are steps that parents can take to prevent or reduce the risk of their children becoming obese and leading unhealthy lives. Parents must be positive role models. If you're snacking on potato chips, pop and candy, you can't be telling your kids not to.

Eating should be enjoyable, not mechanical. Eat at the table and together if possible. Forget about eating in front of the computer, TV or in the car.

Don't reward kids with food. Watch what your children drink, since there are many hidden calories in beverages. You should limit the amount of fruit juice.

Better to eat fruits rather than drink them, since there are more nutrients in the food, and food is more satisfying. Don't completely deprive your children of any foods. Allow them to indulge occasionally.

Be careful of labeling foods as "good" and "bad." Pack their lunches, since most school cafeteria offerings aren't ideal. Try to include the four food groups in their lunch.

It might be as easy as a sliced turkey sandwich, with a few vegetables and fruit yogurt. Form a school committee to try to get your school cafeteria to change its menu selections to include healthier choices.

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