Encouraging Healthy Lifestyles For Australia’s Children Parent Group Meeting August 2011 Presented by Zara Smart

Overview Initiate positive change Parents- be good role models Healthy habits – drink water, limit fast foods Exercise- fun family physical activity Life-style- a helpful tip

Model a Healthy Lifestyle Be a good role model- again! What, when and how much? Eat nutritious wholesome foods Treats in moderation only Dinner time, quality time

Healthy Habits For Life Water, water, water Fast food, moderation only Encourage independent choice making How healthy are your reward choices?

Promote Physical Activity Time Get active as a family Make any movement, use energy every day Promote positive well being Be a good role model, again and again Keep it stress free, have fun!

Life style hint Less than 2 hours per day Television, computers, electronic games Sit less, move more Conclusion: Initiate change, do it! Simple, realistic and achievable