Teach Healthy Living To Your Grandchildren

Want to leave a lasting legacy that will benefit your grandchildren for their entire lives? Teach them healthy habits. Better yet, show them how to practice healthy living through your example. The best time to start these lessons is when your grandchildren are young, before bad habits have a chance to form. Here are some creative ways to get your grandchildren on the right track.

Nutrition

• Invite your grandchildren to grocery shop with you. Point out your favorite fruits and vegetables. Encourage them to choose a vegetable that you can prepare together. Kids are more likely to eat what they help make.



• Serve child-sized portions. Large portions encourage overeating. Also, don't force your grandchildren to clean their plates.

Physical Acticity

• Take a walk, bicycle, or play ball with your grandchildren. Children love when adults are active with them.



• Give gifts that encourage activity, such as a Frisbee or sporting equipment.

Dental Care and Hygiene

• Encourage your grandchildren to brush their teeth after each meal.



• Instruct on proper hand washing: Scrub with soap and water for at least 10 seconds, then rinse and dry.