that playtime and exercise can't take a back seat..
that schools need to do more...
that parents need to reinforce healthy habits...
that kids need to take action for change...
Three out of 4 kids get less than 30 minutes of physical activity daily.
One in 5 children in the U.S are overweight.
The prevalence of overweight among children aged 6-11 has more than doubled in the past 20 years, increasing from 7% in 1980 to 18.8% in 2004.
Overweight children have a 70% chance of being overweight adults.
60% of U.S. children and adolescents exceed the USDA dietary guidelines for saturated fat.
Less than 25% of U.S. children meet the USDA recommendation of five or more servings of fruits and vegetables a day.
Sources: CDC NHANES 2003-2004 Results, USDA
monkeybarz Quiz: Is your child at risk of being overweight?
1.) Is your child’s BMI above the 85th percentile for his or her weight and age?
2. )Does your child get less than 60 minutes of physical activity each day?
3.) Do TV, computer and game screens get more than two hours or more of your child’s attention?
4.) Are 5 fruits and vegetables a missing part of your child’s daily eating habits?
If you answered yes to 3 or more of the questions above, you should consult your pediatrician about putting in place a plan to improve your child’s nutrition and physical activity level. Until you get that appointment, there are some simple things you can do. Learn all you can about the facts and start making a difference now.
If you answered, no to 2 or more of the questions, great job! Use our motivational strategies and tips to keepmaking a difference.
