Make physical activity an integral and routine part of life |
Encourage moderate-to-vigorous physical activity |
Goal setting |
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Manage screen time |
Self-monitoring |
Eat a healthy diet (both quality and quantity) |
Promote nutrient dense foods with an emphasis on vegetables, legumes, and whole grains |
Role modeling by others (especially parents and siblings) |
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Limit energy-dense foods (especially high sugar, high fat snacks) |
Social support |
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Limit sugar-sweetened beverages |
Problem solving |
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Encourage adequate sleep |
Feedback |
Create food and activity environments to insure healthy options and behaviors are the routine, easy choice |
Practice proactive food, physical activity, and media parenting |
Positive self-talk |
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Structure the home environment to support healthy choices |
Mindfulness |
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Plan ahead for meals (home and restaurants) |
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Make time for family meals, activities, and media |
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