Healthy Ways for Children

This podcast will talk about creating healthy goals to maintain a healthy intake of food.  We will talk about the nutrition recommendations from the USDA; what are empty calories; healthy benefits for making better food choices;  importance of family meals; accountablity for children when it concerns what they eat; cooking with children on a regular basis.

I believe there are 3 components necessary for children to live a healthy lifestyle.  This podcast discusses the importance of EXERCISE.  We will also discuss the different ways to workout, how often children should workout each week and parent/guardian involvement; how to reduce TV/video games/computer time and ways to get them more engaged in other activities.  

What is Bullying?  According to stopbullying.gov, bullying is unwanted, aggressive behavior among school aged children that involves a real or perceived power imbalance. The behavior is repeated, or has the potential to be repeated, over time. Both kids who are bullied and who bully others may have serious, lasting problems.  Bullying includes actions such as making threats, spreading rumors, attacking someone physically or verbally, and excluding someone from a group on purpose. Kids Under Construction, 404 748-0569 https://kidsunderconstruct.wixsite.com/kidunderconstruction?fbclid=IwAR3cyMeVPkEqLzP3NGptxdaUMxqjjZNNRqGkJK3yY2zrVguX8DN-C6eZKO4

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day.  The most appealing benefit is that breakfast jumpstarts the metabolism and, helps burn more calories throughout the day. When children eat breakfast it’s telling their body that there are plenty of calories to be had for the day.  It helps them pay better attention in school and to consume key nutrients they need to grow, like calcium and complex carbohydrates and healthy fats.   Kids Under Construction, 404 748-0569 https://kidsunderconstruct.wixsite.com/kidunderconstruction?fbclid=IwAR2fWhbzdjX88P9nEa9PyBipE8gUSqKjFF7FBKACavEQrx3njWfnBrsUkuQ

This federally assistend meal program was established under the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act, signed into law by President Harry Truman in 1946.  Since them millions of familys benefit from this option on a daily basis.  Several systems are in place to offer healthy options and feed children during the day.  The USDA provides strict guidelines which makes sure schools prepare a balance of fruits, vegetables, dairy and good portion size to help growing children.  

The National School Breakfast Program is an awesome option for children who aren't able to eat at home.  We will discuss the program origin, how a child will qualify, the requirements for the school, and the price tag associated with this program.  The federal government has created this program to help families that really need the help.  Milliions of families participate during the school year and some even during the summer. 

Now that we have the facts, lets talk about how some changes can be made to help your children.  It’s a difficult process but not impossible.  There might be some setbacks but the devil is in the details.  We will discuss ways to set a plan and get your children involved so that they can become invested in the changes.  By working together, we can definitely have a generation of healthy children.

Studies have proven, so much sugar is consumed that it’s considered as addictive as tobacco.  Our children are eating more processed foods, drinking more energy drinks and sodas which have overwhelming amounts of sugar in them.  Lets discuss how serious the problem is and how it affects your children.  Children over 7 years old can and should be held accountable for their food selections especially when they are not with mom and dad. 

Many foods have sugar, some more than others.  When you’re shopping or eating out, you can still make wise decisions concerning the foods offered to your family.  We will discuss how to be proactive and what’s a healthy balance on a daily basis. You aren’t with your children all day, but lets start the process of accountability where they can make better decision.

We will discuss my difficult decision to give up sugar 3 years ago; how to approach the subject with your children and make changes in your home; what exactly sugar is and how it affects your body. 

When you take your child to the doctor do you feel like they are being completely honest with you?  Lets discuss what questions to ask and how to build a better bond with your Pediatrician and make sure they are being honest with you.  In order to help your child, you need all the facts or get another doctor.

Lets discuss ways for children to start 2015 off the right way.  I will provide some tips to get them through the rest of the school year and prepared for a healthy summer break

Tune in to hear about some healthy foods to help promote healthy eyes.  There are so many fruits and vegetables that will not only improve the overall health of your body but keep your child's eyes working properly.

We have a parent panel lined up to discuss what its like to have a picky eater in the home.  Feel free to call in and provide your input which just might help someone else  

On the last program we discussed the Kids Under Construction summer programs.  This time we will explore other camps in Georgia.  Feel free to call in and share your camp.

If you wondered what exactly Kids Under Construction offers, this program will provide some great insight.  I will break down the different options available not only this summer but all year around.

Join the conversation to discuss the USDA food recommendations for MyPlate.  Linda Richmond, a certified nutrionist, will help provide insight concerning each component of the recommendation.

Join the conversation to discuss the food pyramid and recommended daily food amounts.  Some have weight issues because they just are eating enough of the right foods or maybe too much of the wrong foods.

So many people want to feel their family healther foods but have no guidence in the matter.  By eating healthier, it will improve your way of life, give you more energy and extend your life.  Tune in to hear some key facts about the world of organic foods.

Linda Watson started the Cook for Good project after becoming obsessed with the national Food Stamp Challenge: living on a dollar a meal per person for a week. Her three-week experiment became a lifestyle, the website CookforGood.com, the book Wildly Affordable Organic, and now the Wildly Good Cook videos and teachers' training program. Her story took a romantic turn when she wrote the spoof Fifty Weeks of Green: Romance & Recipes. She teaches cooking classes and gives talks on thrift, sustainability, and creating your dream life across the country. She will talk a little about the secrets for eating healthy, organic food on a budget

Join in the conversation for the conclusion of setting realistic goals for children.  The last program provided the following three tips:  1.  set a starting point; 2. the goal is unique to your child; and 3. small steps make a big difference and we will continue the conversation to help empower children and parents to pull from that strength within and make lasting decisions concerning their healthy journey.

Join the discussion and find out how to teach children to set healthy goals that become lasting behavior into adulthood.  

  This program will help encourage families with the challenges of losing weight. Anything worth having is worth fighting for and I will share some things to keep you moving forward until your child reaches their goal.

The importance of investing time and money into the health needs of your children 

When a child is overweight they need help getting motivated to live a healthy lifestyle.  Tune in and hear some good tips to get them started

Tune in and hear some great information about our new program helping give families more time back into their day.  Kids Under Construction continues to find solutions for the healthy journey.

For the hundreds of thousands of children with Autism, Asperger’s, and Sensory Processing Disorders, developmental breakthroughs can come from an unlikely but clinically proven source: play! This fantastic game and activity book is specifically intended for kids on the spectrum and is overflowing with parent-tested and expert-approved ways to help children connect with the world around them. Inventive and practical games and activities stimulate and improve motor functions, social skills, and cognitive development.

So many parents and children ask me questions about the extra weight they carry in the belly area.  We will talk about the parts of the stomach and explain why fat deposits there.

Join me for this brief conversation to discuss what Kids Under Construction has going on this summer.  The show was previously scheduled for last Monday however we experienced some technical difficulties and was unable to complete the show.

Stay informed and hear some great information concerning the right amount of daily exercise and food recommendations for your child.

Every child needs to know that someone cares about them and that they have a support system especially when trying to lose weight.  I would love to share some tips with you to build up their self-esteem and encourage postive body images.

There are so many myths out there that are just wrong.  Tune in to get some clarity concerning exercise, foods and living a healthy lifestyle.

We are going to discuss some of the changes being made in Georgia to help in the fight against childhood obesity.

Join me for a journey of the First Michelle Obama LET'S MOVE Campaign to help childhood obesity.  We will go step by step to see how this wonderful program can help your family.

Listen to the live program to dissect the White House efforts in helping childhood obesity. In Part 1 of this discussion, we will discuss the report to President Obama in May 2010 - Solving the Problem of Childhood Obesity within a Generation.

Sometimes losing weight seems link an unobtainable goal. Listen to some helpful information to establish moderation in your child's eating.

Tune in to hear a few ways to set healthy goals for your family.

Nicole is an award winning journalist, reporter, and producer who has worked for some of the top names in the broadcasting industry including ESPN, HBO, TBS, TNT, and BET. Her experience with those networks has allowed her to interview some of the biggest names in sports such as Kobe Bryant, Drew Brees and Derek Jeter. Nicole has been around sports her entire life which has constantly reminded her that the foundation for all her success is education.

What are your children doing this summer? Kids Under Construction can help keep your child active and healthy while they are on break from school. Tune in to the live program to hear about the new N.E.T.T. program and how we might incorporate a fitness program into any summer camp.

Join us today to talk about things you can do this summer to keep your children active. When money is tight, what options do parents have to avoid weight gain before school starts again. Feel free to call into the show to provide your input. I look forward to hearing from you.

Join me today to discuss ways to teach your child how to make life altering changes that will help them live life to the fullest. We will talk about setting healthy goals, ways to set a fitness regimen, working out with others, and how to encourage yourself. Feel free to call into the show and provide your input, you just might help someone else going through the same issues.

The show today will discuss the wonderful program, Let’s Move, initiated by our very own First Lady Michelle Obama. She is taking a very proactive stand concerning the childhood obesity epidemic. She is challenging parents as well as children. Then she is addressing the “food deserts” in many neighborhoods which do not provide fresh fruits and vegetables. Mrs. Obama is pulling out all the stops and getting all hands on deck to help get the healthy message out to the masses.

You are in for a real treat this week on the Healthy Ways for Children Radio Program. Tune into the live program tomorrow, February 18, 2010 at 2:00pm est to hear an indepth conversation with published children’s author, Tina Turbin, as she discusses her book series Danny the Dragon and her efforts concerning a gluten-free diet and the challenges of diagnosing celiac disease. Tina has experienced her own health challenges and will share important information that she has found in her research. Feel free to call into the program and provide your comments and ask questions concerning this important topic.

Join me on today's program to discuss how important it is to properly perform exercise moves, how to determine the correct hand weight size for your child and some of the potential problems that can happen when its not done right.

Tune into the program today to hear some helpful tips to share with your child about Thanksgiving

Join me for an indepth conversation about your metabolism. We will talk about what exactly is its purpose, what foods are good to help keep it regulated and how to speed it up and maintain a healthy weight. Feel free to call into the show and provide your insight.

Tune in to the program today where we will discuss some interesting information concerning our healthcare system and childhood obesity.

Tune into the program to hear some great information and get the facts on some myths concerning diet, exercise and nutrition.

Tune in to discuss the effects of a diet which includes too much salt and sugar. Children are consuming way too much of each and how can we reduce their daily intake.

Join me for a discussion on summer activities and how to make the most out of this school year.

Millions watch the ultimate fighting matches, but is this something our children should be participating in? Tune in to the show and lets discuss this very controversial topic.