Be a good role model, make it fun, and involve the whole family.
Get your kids in the kitchen!
They’ll be more excited about eating healthy foods when they’ve been involved in the whole process.
Keep healthy snacks readily available
Keep fresh fruit and pre-chopped veggies on hand for quick snacks.
A handful of nuts or seeds are also a satisfying and healthy snack; look for unsalted or lightly salted versions of your favorites.
Eat the rainbow
Make sure your family is eating a variety of fruits and vegetables in many different colors.
Schedule time each week to plan healthy meals
Keep recipes, grocery lists, and coupons in the same place to make planning and budgeting easier.
Grow fruits and vegetables in your
own garden
Backyard gardening makes a great family activity!
Check out these tips on how to get started.
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Content compiled from American Heart Association.