Healthy Weight for Kids

Did you know that more kids and teens are overweight and unfit today than ever before? Too much TV and videogame time, not enough active play, and fast food and soda on every corner are just some of the reasons more kids are overweight.

Overweight kids can be at risk of developing health problems, like diabetes, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure. Your pediatrician can help you determine if your child is at a healthy weight.

Click on the links below to learn more about ways to get the whole family moving more, eating healthier foods and feeling good about their bodies.

English: Feeding Your Toddler
Spanish: La alimentación del bebé que empieza a caminar

English: Encouraging a Healthy Weight for Your Child
Spanish: Cómo ayudar para que su hijo tenga un peso saludable

English/ Spanish: Healthy Eating, Active Living: Tips for Families

Helping Your Teen
Eating and Exercising: What Works for You?
Body Image: Learn to Like What You See

English: Calcium and Vitamin D for Health
Spanish: Calcio y vitamina D

To receive online support for teens working on weight, please visit Get Fit Get Right.

Related Health Conditions
Cholesterol: Tips for Kids and Teens
High Triglycerides?
Pre-Diabetes: How You Can Prevent Type 2 Diabetes

Nutrition Guidelines and How to Use Them
My Pyramid -- Check out the updated and age-specific food guide pyramid from the USDA. Also available en espanol Mi Piramide
Tips & Resources -- Provides detailed information about applying the food guide pyramid to your diet from the USDA.
Guia de Nutrición Para la Dieta Mexicana

English: How to Read the Food Label
Spanish: Cómo leer la etiqueta de los alimentos

Need help turning off your TV? Here are some resources to help your family Limit Screen Time.

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