Authored by board certified pediatrician Michael P. Scaccia, M.D., F.A.A.P., The Ultimate Parent Guide to Fitness and Nutrition teaches you and your child about how the combination of nutrition, fitness, and a strong mental state all together promote a life of good health and harmony. This e-Book offers scientifically-based information that is "boiled down" and explained in easy-to-understand language.
Take a look at some of what you’ll learn in the section on nutrition:
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8 obstacles to living a healthy lifestyle… and how to face them
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1 simple change that can save 600 calories a day or more overnight!... you’ll be amazed!
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How to read a food label (including all of the recent changes)… you’ll finally know what you’re looking at
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What types of fats are worse than others… and why it’s important to know the difference
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Up-to-date information about the new food pyramid… so you’re not following yesterday’s guidelines
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How to get your kids eating healthier without having to introduce new foods… your kids will be so happy they can keep eating what they love!
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The 4 best ways to cook foods… do you know them?
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5 ways to reduce your child’s portion size painlessly… help reduce conflict at the table
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Hangups that you have to overcome to help your kids eat better… don’t undermine your progress!
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How to reevaluate your reward system… you need to make sure you’re doing this right
Here’s a sample of what you’ll find in the section on improving your child’s physical fitness.
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How to increase physical fitness without throwing out the TV
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One of the best exercises your child can do that requires no training, no practice, no special equipment, no memberships, and is approved by the Surgeon General
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The difference between aerobic and anaerobic exercise, and which is right for your child
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How to use household jobs to increase activity
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An activity you can teach your child that will improve fitness, reduce injury, enhance performance, and reduce stress
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The 5 ways a gym or recreation center can help your family
The next section on emotional and psychological factors will show you:
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6 methods to boost your child’s self-confidence
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12 activities for instilling a mindset for success
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How to overcome fear of rejection… and why it’s crucial for your child’s well-being
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The 5 factors that contribute to negative thinking, and the 4 ways you can help your child overcome them
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What makes a bully tick… and how to deal with them
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6 causes of overeating, and 5 techniques for minimizing it
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How to foster self-discipline… and put your child in control of their own future
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4 ways to remind your kids of the benefits of healthy living… follow these tips to ensure long-term success