Northwell Health - Kids First

Spring 2016

Look North is a magazine published by the Northwell Health System. This publication features health and wellness information geared toward healthcare consumers in the Long Island and New York City region.

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Healthy habits are easier to keep when we learn them as youngsters. Healthy Lifestyle Encouraging a Encouraging a Encouraging a Encouraging a Encouraging a Encouraging a Encouraging a Encouraging a Encouraging a Encouraging a Encouraging a Encouraging a Encouraging a Encouraging a Encouraging a Encouraging a Encouraging a As a Kohl's Cares hospital partner since 2001, Cohen Children's Medical Center operates the Kohl's Cares Keeping Kids Healthy Program. This community-based nutrition and physical activity program serves thousands of families in our region. Visit KohlsHealthyKidsNY.com for food preparation tips and fun, healthy recipes to make with your family. T he wellness habits children acquire between ages five and 12 often stick with them through adulthood. This makes it extremely important for parents to encourage children to make positive choices. Fortunately, establishing good habits can be both fun and beneficial for the entire family. – Involve your children in grocery shopping and planning meals so they will learn about nutrition. – Set an example, because children will model your behavior. Make sure you eat healthy snacks and well-balanced meals. – Don't tell children to "finish your plate" when they're no longer hungry. This can lead to disordered eating later on. – Encourage participation in activities like dance, swimming or soccer for fun — not competition. – Limit sedentary activities such as watching television or playing video games. Develop healthy habits between ages five and 12. The information within this publication is intended to educate readers about subjects pertinent to their health and is not meant to be a substitute for consultation with a personal physician. Northwell Health Cohen Children's Medical Center 269-01 76th Avenue New Hyde Park, NY 11040

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