What is Healthy Start?

Overweight children and obesity are serious health problems facing families. As a parent, you want the best for your family, but you may not know where to start.

According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, " There is a great deal that families can do to promote healthy, active living and support each other in staying healthy. For instance, families can focus on creating a home environment that encourages and supports healthy choices. "

Each quarter, we ' ll share one or more new topics. You ' ll find our favorite educational resources, which are available free of charge to all Website visitors. Health Net members who complete a quick quiz and take the healthy pledge will receive a free gift. They are entered into our quarterly drawing for gift cards and prizes!
In addition, each one of the following tips can improve your family ' s health:

Eat Five Fruits and Vegetables Each Day.
Limit Sugar Sweetened Beverages.
Eat a High Fiber Diet.
Exercise or do something physical for at least one hour a day.
Limit television time to less than two hours a day.
Eat breakfast daily.
Switch to low - fat dairy products.
Regularly eat family meals together.
Limit fast food, take out and restaurant meals.
Prepare foods at home as a family.
Eat a diet rich in calcium.
Breastfeed exclusively until six months and continue breastfeeding after introducing solid food until your child is 12 months old.