...but that doesn't mean that parents and children should share the mentality of little exercise and high-fat foods.
Our children are increasingly overweight, and it runs in the family according to HealthDay News. Believe it or not, it's not related to genetics. It has a lot to do with how families spend their time together. Overweight parents tend to do less physical activity with their kids. This can lead to overweight children.
Skipping meals are also a culprit because it leads to overeating. The study found that more normal weight parents gave their children three square meals a day AND spent quality, ACTIVE time with their children.
This study is important because, as parents, we shape our children. We influence how they will raise their children. It is our responsibility to teach our children how to be fit and healthy.
Who knows...maybe the teaching will rub back off on us.
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