When children are young, parents and other caregivers are responsible for providing an environment that helps them maintain a lifestyle that is beneficial to their health. You can help your child by doing the following:
Be a positive role model for healthful eating and activity habits.
Provide a calm, reassuring atmosphere at regular meal and snack times.
Set appropriate limits on screen entertainment like television, tablets and video games.
Involve the whole family in fun physical activities.
Help children develop and maintain a positive body image.
Avoid restrictive diets and excessive exercise regimens.
When it comes to nutrition and fitness, the role of parents is the same no matter the size of their children. A healthy weight for kids is about much more than numbers. It is about healthy behaviors, such as enjoying a variety of foods and activities for strength, flexibility and aerobic capacity.