5 Tips: Staying Healthy for Kids

It is really important to be a fit kid!

When you are healthy and fit, your body works well, you feel good, and you can do all the things you want to do: like sports, yoga and having fun with others.

Your Buddy knows that if you want to be fit, these tips will help:

1. Eat a variety of foods, especially fruits and vegetables. Try new foods, new tastes and textures often. You'll be surprised at what you will like!

2. Drink water and milk most often. When you're really thirsty, water is the perfect thirst-quencher. Milk builds strong bones and gives you calcium, a mineral your bones need to be healthy.

3. Listen to what your body is telling you. Take notice when you're eating about how your body feels and when your stomach feels comfortable; this way you're mindful not to overeat. Also, pay attention to when you are tired, and make sure you are getting enough sleep.

4. Limit time watching TV, DVDs, playing video games and using the computer. Make time for healthy activities like sports, yoga, bike riding and swimming.

5. Be active. It is fun to be a kid because you can play and learn new games, new sports, new yoga poses and new activities-every day! Explore, talk to others and try new things. Life is meant to be fun!