Healthy Parenting Workshops Nutrition Concepts Agenda Why nutrition

Healthy Parenting Workshops Nutrition Concepts

Agenda § Why nutrition? § Nutrition Concepts § Workshop 1 – CHANGING HOW WE SERVE FOOD § Workshop 2 – HEALTHY EATING FOR YOUR CHILD § Workshop 3 – READING FOOD LABELS § Workshop 4 – STRATEGIES FOR HEALTHY EATING & SHOPPING § Workshop 5 – SUGAR SWEETENED BEVERAGES & PHYSICAL ACTIVITY § Workshop 6 – HEALTHY SNACKS & CELEBRATIONS § Questions?

Why nutrition? v v Childhood obesity has both immediate and long-term effects on health and well-being, including cardiovascular disease, high cholesterol, joint problems, sleep apnea, and poor self-esteem 1. Along with the effects on children‘s health, childhood obesity imposes substantial economic costs. Excess weight during childhood is estimated to result in $3 billion per year in direct medical costs nationally. Parents have a profound influence on the eating and physical activity habits of preschool-age children. They play a key role in molding their children’s physical activity and eating behaviors. Early prevention is key.

NUTRITION OBJECTIVES – Workshop 1 CHANGING HOW WE SERVE FOOD Objective 1 • Identify how to prepare a meal for children who tend to overeat or are “picky eaters” Objective 2 • Identify the five food groups and how much of each to serve children according to My. Plate guidelines Objective 3 • Describe 5 ways to determine portion sizes for each food group for children Objective 4 • Describe the definition of “mindful eating” – parent’s responsibility versus the child’s responsibility

Acknowledgement Several of the following slides were adapted from materials produced by the American Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).

My. Plate

My. Plate for Preschoolers & Kids https: //www. choosemyplate. gov/preschoolersfood-groups

Grains Why eat more grains? They are a great source of carbohydrates, protein, vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Fiber can prevent constipation in young children. Whole wheat bread and crackers, brown rice, and oatmeal are some great grain choices for young children. Try a whole wheat English muffin pizza —great size for kids!

Dairy • Why eat dairy foods? • Dairy foods build strong bones and teeth for growing children. • What foods are in the dairy group? • Milk, yogurt, cheese, and foods made with milk. • There also non-dairy alternatives including soy milk, almond milk, and rice milk. • What are some tips for parents? • Choose fat-free or low-fat milk, yogurt, and cheese. • Make a yogurt dip to eat with fruits and veggies. • Blend a smoothie.

Protein • Why eat protein foods? • Protein is vital to the optimal growth and development of kids. • What foods are in the protein group? • Meats, fish, poultry, nuts, eggs, dried beans, peas, and tofu. • What are some tips for parents? • Serve a variety of lean meats and other protein foods. • Make your own healthy fish sticks or chicken fingers.

Vegetables • Why eat vegetables? • Veggies are packed full of vitamins and minerals and healthy carbohydrates. • Serve a variety of vegetables in different colors. • What are some tips for parents? • Let the child pick out a vegetable at the grocery store. • Offer cut veggies for a snack. • Be a good role model. • Don’t give up!

Fruits • Why eat fruits? • Fruits are packed full of vitamins and minerals. • What foods are in the fruit group? • Strawberries, apples, oranges, bananas, mangoes, peaches and pears, among others. • What are some tips for parents? • Make fruit kabobs for a snack. • Make a smoothie with fruit and yogurt. • Be a good role model.

Portion sizes for children

NUTRITION OBJECTIVES – Workshop 2 HEALTHY EATING FOR YOUR CHILD Objective 1 • Identify at least one strategy to overcome each barrier to healthy eating including cost, taste, and access Objective 2 • Identify at least one healthy food to serve and have available in the home from each food group Objective 3 • Identify at least one healthy alternative drink, snack or dessert, cooking oil, and seasoning

NUTRITION OBJECTIVES – Workshop 3 READING FOOD LABELS Objective 1 • Identify 5 ingredients to avoid Objective 2 • Understand serving size and servings per container on the Nutrition Facts Label Objective 3 • Read food labels and choose healthier foods as a result of food label knowledge

5 ingredients to avoid: o o o Sugar High fructose corn syrup Saturated fats Trans fat or hydrogenated oil Enriched flour

Nutrition Facts Label

NUTRITION OBJECTIVES – Workshop 4 STRATEGIES FOR HEALTHY EATING & SHOPPING Objective 1 • Describe responsive feeding and mindful eating Objective 2 • Identify at least 2 strategies for dealing with common challenges around healthy eating for your children Objective 3 • Know at least two phrases to say to children to encourage better eating habits Objective 4 • Identify at least two examples of different food group combinations for healthy snacks and snack ideas for each Objective 5 • Describe at least 3 ways in which the WIC approved healthy foods list can be used as a general guide for healthy shopping

What is responsive feeding?

NUTRITION OBJECTIVES – Workshop 5 SUGAR SWEETENED BEVERAGES & PHYSICAL ACTIVITY Objective 1 • Describe at least 2 things to consider when buying juice Objective 2 • Demonstrate accurate reading of juice nutrition labels Objective 3 • Identify the recommended serving size of 100% juice and frequency of serving Objective 4 • Identify 2 reasons for eliminating sugar - sweetened beverages

Juice o o Fruit juice offers no nutritional benefit for infants younger than 6 months and should not replace breastmilk or infant formula to ensure adequate intake of essential nutrients for growth, specifically protein, fat, iron, calcium, and zinc. 100% fruit juice can be part of a healthy diet when consumed as a component of a well balanced diet. Intake of fruit juice for infants (6 -12 months) and children (1 -5 years) should be limited to 4 -6 oz/day of full strength juice. Avoid frequent exposure to sugars from fruit juice, and other sugar sweetened beverages, to reduce the risk of dental caries in children. Encourage children to eat whole fruit.

NUTRITION OBJECTIVES – Workshop 6 HEALTHY SNACKS & CELEBRATIONS Objective 1 • Identify healthy snack alternatives Objective 2 • Identify at least two ways to eat healthy on special occasions

Questions