Healthy Lifestyles and Life Skills By Kyleen Cepanec
For balanced well adjusted individuals Kyleen Cepanec Diet Exercise Good lifestyle habits For balanced well adjusted individuals
Diet Food variety Utilise nourishing and beneficial options Promote fresh fruit and vegetables Food choices
Exercise Establish a healthy daily exercise routine Include household chores as part of your exercise regime Be creative and imaginative when introducing everyday exercises
Lifestyle Facilitate a healthy lifestyle Reduce health risk factors Establish guidelines for improving your children’s lifestyle
Conclusion The advantages of encouraging healthy lifestyles habits through good nutrition, appropriate exercise and adequate sleep are paramount in giving children a solid foundation for a happy, healthy childhood and reduces the predisposing factors which can lead to health problems which they may carry through to adulthood. The good patterns you set now will benefit your child throughout his/her lifetime!
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