More Tips for Healthy Children and Families

· Move more. Try to get between 30 to 60 minutes of physical activity every day. Several 10 to 15 minute sessions of moderate activity each day add up.
· Plan regular physical activity into your daily routine. Walk as a family before or after meals.
· Limit TV, computer and video game time to a total of one to two hours per day.
· Balance energy calories with activity calories. The energy you get from the foods and beverages should equal the calories you burn in activity every day.
· Increase household activities (e.g. walking the dog, dusting, vacuuming, gardening). These activities are good ways to burn calories.
· Include an activity like hiking or bike riding when you go on vacation.
· Enjoy playtime with your family by shooting hoops or walking to the park.

These tips are approved by the American Academy of Family Physicians.

2010 Youth Soccer

Registration for the Hibbing Parks & Recreation Youth Soccer program begins on Wednesday, March 10th. Sign your kids up and get them moving!

Grades 1 and 2 (Mites) meet on Monday and Wednesday, 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Grades 3 and 4 (Squirts) meet on Tuesday and Thursday, 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.

Grades 5 and 6 (Pee Wees) meet Tuesday and Thursday, 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.

Online registration at http://www.hibbing.mn.us/ and click on the link to Parks and Recreation. There will also be a computer designated at the Parks and Recreation Office for online registration.

The registration fee is $30.00 and includes jersey, socks, and a ton of fun and exercise.

Don't miss out!

More Tips for Families

Tips for healthy families and children:

· Reward children with praise rather than food.
· Serve food in small portions. Do not demand or reward “a clean plate”. Let your child ask for more if still hungry.
· Read nutrition labels for serving size and calorie information. The information on the labels can help you select foods that best fit into your family’s meals and snacks plans.
· Bake, broil or grill foods to reduce fat. Try healthy oils like olive, canola or sunflower if fat is used.
· Snacks count for children. Snacks should provide nutrients and energy for active, growing children.
· Keep a variety of snacks, like fresh fruit, 100% fruit juice, vegetables, whole grain cereals and crackers, in the house. Try lower calorie or lower fat foods, like baked chips, reduced sugar cereals or low fat dressings.

These tips have been approved by the American Academy of Family Physicians.

Think You're Healthy?

Most Americans Think It's Others Who Are Unhealthy
Survey found most people thought they were fine, while their docs disagreed

For all the details of this survey go to:

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/news/fullstory_95329.html

Tips for Healthy Children and Families

• Start every day with breakfast. Refuel your body and gain energy for the day.
• Let kids help plan one meal each week and eat together as often as possible.
• Children imitate their parents--so set a good example by serving and eating a variety of foods.
• Eat slowly. It is easier to tell if you are hungry or full when you eat slowly.
• Eat more vegetables and fresh fruits. Aim for a total of 51/2 cups of fruits, juice and vegetables every day.
• Eat more whole grains (e.g., oats, whole wheat, rye). Try to eat at least 3 ounces of whole grain every day.
• Drink plenty of fluids during the day. Select water, low fat or fat free milk, and low calorie or diet beverages.

This tips were approved by the American Academy of Family Physicians.

Greenhaven Wellness Commitee Meeting

When: Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010

3:15p.m. - 5:15 p.m.

Where: Fairview Plaza, 1200 East 25th St., Hibbing, MN
Magnatite Room

Purpose: To identify and prioritize changes that will improve school nutrition policies and programs as noted in the
School Health Index (SHI) Self- Assessment.

What is SHI: SHI is a self-assessment and planning guide developed by the CDC to help schools assess and improve their student’s health.


A healthy snack of fruit and vegetables will be served.
Bottled water and coffee will also be available.

Anyone that is interested in taking part in this group should please RSVP to
Cheryl at: 218-312-3012
or
E-mail her at: cbispin1@range.fairview.org
by
Noon on Monday, February 22nd.

A Light Night Out

The Hibbing Healthy Lifestyles Coalition and Zimmy's invite you to dine out at Zimmy's during the month of February. Zimmy's is the Coalition's featured restaurant this month.

Zimmy's healthier menu options include:
Pork Pot Stickers with General Tso's sauce, Spinach & Artichoke dip wip Sunflower Crackers, and the Montreal Steak Salad.

Eat healthy at Zimmy's.

Go Red!

Wear red today. The American Heart Association sponsors go red day to remind women that they should find about their risk for heart disease.

Don't Add Salt!

Slim your salt intake. When you are shopping look for low-sodium or “no-salt added” soups, vegetables and beans.

Skipping or cutting back on your sodium intake can reduce your risk for high blood pressure!