Six ways to help kids maintain a healthy weight

Dr. Khan said.
Go for a walk or bike ride swim with your children and play with them at the park. Your kids will see you living an active life and want to imitate it.
4. Healthy snacks and drinks
Snacks high in sugar and fat can cause weight and other health problems. Limit snacks and drinks like soda juice sports drinks chips cookies candy and cupcakes to a treat for special occasions. Opt for carrots and hummus an apple or kale chips instead.
I also tell parents to limit the junk food that comes into the house. There isnt as much temptation to eat junk food if its not in the house Dr. Khan said.
5. Encourage daily physical activity
Its important for kids to get up and get moving. Not only will it help control kids weight but increased physical activity is also associated with strengthening bones decreasing blood pressure and reducing anxiety.
Aim for at least 60 minutes of physical activity a day said Dr. Khan.
Even 15minute spurts of activity throughout the day make a difference. It can be playing a game of tag in the yard grooving along to dance videos or going for a bike ride around the block.
6. Cut screen time
Too much screen time has proven detrimental to kids overall health and wellbeing. About two hours a day is the recommendation according to the American Academy of Child Adolescent Psychiatry. Remove phones and other electronic devices from kids rooms at night and limit screen time during the day. This will ensure
kids are getting enough sleep and physical activity both important factors for living a healthy life.