Fight Against Childhood Obesity

  Just a couple of years ago, it was announced that Mexico had one of the highest percentages of childhood obesity in the world. This is not just about appearance, but also about having poor health and a significantly lower life expectancy. Today, we share what you can do to counteract this and 10 tips to keep your children at a healthy weight. Small changes in a child's life can be very powerful and can set them on a good path. The idea is that they do not go hungry but are always well-nourished. Moreover, the real goal is to teach them the importance of eating well and taking care of their bodies. 1. Serve appropriate portions If we serve them a mountain of food from a young age, they will get used to finishing it and sometimes wanting more. Limit the amount to what fits on a regular plate. 2. Plant variety Always keep a variety of fruits, vegetables, and greens at home so that there is never an excuse not to eat them. You can prepare them in various ways and even include your children in the preparation. 3. Skimmed Children drink a lot of milk, choose skimmed or low-fat options. This will help them consume it in good quantities without raising their cholesterol levels. 4. Red meat Limit the consumption derived from meat products. It is not bad and provides protein, but be careful that they do not consume too much. Two or three times a week is sufficient. 5. Legumes and nuts Encourage these ingredients in their diet. They are healthy, contain good fats that help the body, and can be an excellent snack for school. 6. Cut calories It’s fine to buy your children a chocolate bar or a popsicle when you go out, but try to keep the home free of high-sugar temptations. 7. Encourage physical activity This is one of the most important points. Whether it’s tennis, swimming, soccer, or any other sport, try to get your kids passionate about an activity that keeps them active. 8. Water The best drink when they are hot or tired from playing should be water. 9. No sodas As much as possible, cut sodas from children's diets. They are pure sugar, and fruit water is preferable. 10. Get moving The time children spend in front of the TV should not exceed two hours a day. Allowing them to watch for longer promotes sedentarism. *Extra tip: The last two tips are very important, according to scientists from the University of Zaragoza, eliminating sodas and creating an active environment are cardinal points for your child to be healthy, so we recommend starting here and gradually implementing the other points. Of course, the food your children consume at home is very important, so we leave you with some healthy recipes they will love: Tostadas de tinga: http://www.kiwilimon.com/receta/botanas/antojitos-mexicanos/tostadas-de-tinga Fruit jelly: http://www.kiwilimon.com/receta/postres/gelatina-con-frutas Vegetable rolls: http://www.kiwilimon.com/receta/ensaladas/rollitos-de-verduras