Jun 26, 2020
Is there an easy fix for parents concerning the amount of screen time their children are viewing?
Absolutely, make mealtime family time.
- Turn off the TV, computer, smart phone, or video games during family meals. (You could talk about a new physical activity to try!)
- Try to have family meals at least two or three times a week. Families who eat together tend to eat healthier.
In addition, the link between screen time and food choices is important:
- Many ads are for foods like sugar-sweetened cereal, candy, and fast food.
- Ads may use cartoon or movie characters to make those foods look “fun” or “exciting”.
- Children who spend a lot of time with watching television or screen time on a computer, smart phone, or video game, may make less healthy food choices.
- Children who spend a lot of time on these devices are living a sedentary lifestyle, which leads to possible health issues down the road.
This content was originally posted on the WDTV News website here.
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