Lesson 1: Introduction to We Can!
Slide 1:
We Can! (Ways to Enhance Children's Activity and Nutrition)
A national education program working with parents and caregivers to help them prevent overweight and obesity in their family.
Slide 2:
What is We Can!
- A healthy weight education program
- For families and communities
- Based on science
- Fun activities for youth and parents
- Web site for parents
http://wecan.nhlbi.nih.gov
- Resources
Toll-free 1-866-35-WECAN
Slide 3:
It’s time for We Can! now
- National data show alarming rates in:
- Overweight and obesity in children and adults
- 9 million children are now overweight
- Serious health problems
- Heart disease
- Asthma
- High blood pressure
- Type 2 diabetes
- Many more!
- Helping children, helps our families!
Slide 4:
Why the increase?
- Multiple causes:
- Lifestyle, environment, and genes
- Bottom line = ENERGY BALANCE (calories and physical activity)
- More calories consumed:
- Larger food portions and sizes
- Eating out more often
- Increases in soda, pizza, and candy consumption
- Fewer calories being used up:
- Declines in physically activity
- Increases in sedentary lifestyle and screen time
- Computers and television time
Slide 5:
Why parents and caregivers?
- You are great role models!
- You are the boss at home!
- You provide critical support
Slide 6:
The basics of We Can!
- A 6-lesson course… focusing on "energy balance"
- Through three topics:
- Smart nutrition
- Physical activity
- Screen time (TV, computer, video)
- We Can! specific objectives:
- Healthy foods in the home
- Enjoy small portions at home and at restaurants
- Limit foods and beverages high in fat and added sugar
- Increase family fun with physical activity
- Reduce screen time
- Not a weight loss program
Slide 7:
What can We Can! do for you?
- We hope you’ll walk away with:
- Strategies and tools
- Fun ways to be an example
- Practical resources for the future
- And we hope you’ll enjoy learning together!
Slide 8:
Any questions? Your thoughts?
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