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Each of the major food groups contributes specific nutrients necessary for your child's growth and development. Foods from all of the food groups are the basis of a healthy diet. Therefore, children ned to eat a variety of foods each day.

In 2005, the US Department of Agriculture released the new food pyramid plan. Kids and adults alike no longer need to follow the same horizontally sectioned food pyramid. Adults now have their won pyramid while there is also a new food pyramid for kids.

Make fitness fun! Exercise is a vital part of keeping us fit, healthy and weight in check. Kids need to see parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles take a stand to exercise on a regular basis. Whether it is walking in your neighborhood, riding your bike to a friend's house, hiking in a metro park or playing a game of soccer, making time for family exercise is another way for your family to have fund together. Make sure to schedule time for your family activities just like you would any other appointment you may have.

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