Don't Just Sugar Coat it!

An article published in Health Source – Consumer Edition pointed out, "In a perfect world kids would eat all their fresh and raw vegetables, turn their nose up to sugary drinks and desserts and spend all their free time in a physical activity conductive to building healthy bodies and strong character." (Miller, 2003, p.1) However, this isn't a perfect world, and children do not choose vegetables over sugary treats. But what is even more disturbing, are the bad eating habits that are turning into a national wide concern; obesity. "Childhood obesity is the fastest growing problem and the precursor to a lifetime of more serious physical and emotional problems, problems that are certainly reversible, if not preventable, with proper diet and exercise." (Miller, 2003, p.1) Most children are not mature enough to handle the decision to choose between healthy foods over the junk food offered, so it is important to limit them to the best food possible. School......

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