“Obesity is one of the major healthcare challenges facing the western world today. This worrying trend is also affecting our children who are becoming fatter and more unhealthy.”
“While diet plays a role in the development of obesity, an inactive lifestyle which has now become the norm is by far the most important factor responsible for obesity and associated disorders such as metabolic syndrome and type II diabetes.”
“To stop the obesity epidemic and protect our children, urgent action needs to be taken. Much more emphasis needs to be placed on promoting regular physical activity and discouraging an inactive sedentary lifestyle.”
Dr Yannis Pitsiladis - The Faculty of Biomedical and Life Sciences, University of Glasgow.
THE 5 THAT COUNT!Dinosaurs love to be super-strong and super-fast – and that’s why Chewie loves fruit and vegetables. They contain loads of vitamins and minerals to make sure Chewie stays fit and healthy – and first across the finish line! All little dinosaurs must try and eat at least five portions of fruit and vegetables EVERY day. That’s what Chewie does. |
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What Counts:
- Raw, canned, dried, frozen and cooked vegetables
- Fruit
- Beans and pulses
- Fruit Juice
THE MOST IMPORTANT MEAL OF THE DAY!
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Chewie loves to wake himself up with a healthy dino-sized breakfast to start the day. He knows it is the most important meal of the day – after all, you haven’t eaten since dinner the night before and that could be 14–16 hours ago!
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Breakfast tips
- Always make time to have breakfast.
- A portion of fruit will count towards your 5 a day.
- Wholegrain, oat and whole wheat cereals give you a healthy start to the day.
- A glass of 100% (150ml) fruit juice with breakfast counts towards your 5 a day portions.
WATERY FACTSThe best drinks for thirsty active young dino-stars are Water & Milk. It’s essential for young dinosaurs to remain hydrated, especially when being physically active. The Human body is about 66% water, it helps to control body temperature, transport nutrients and digest food. A glass of 100% (150ml) fruit juice is really refreshing and counts towards your 5 a day portions. |
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Drinks tips:
- Drink at least 6-8 glasses of water each day.
- Limit the amount of fizzy drinks you have.
- Milk is a great source of calcium and helps to maintain healthy teeth and bones.
- Keep some drink to hand so you can reach it whenever you need it while you're exercising.
FUEL FOR SPORTBusy young dinosaurs like Chewie need to eat carbohydrates to give their bodies extra fuel. We need to eat lots of foods rich in starchy carbohydrates when we take part in physical activities.
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Where can I find them?
Foods rich with carbohydrates include:
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They can also be found in:
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SNACKS & TREATSAll dinosaurs young and old love a snack or treat now and again. Snacks form part of a balanced diet, which can be enjoyed in between breakfast, lunch and dinner. Everyone likes a treat, but too many can be bad for our health and our teeth.
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Snack tips
- Choose a variety of snacks to enjoy.
- A portion of fruit makes an excellent snack (counts towards your 5 a day)
- Always brush your teeth after eating sweets.
FISHY FACTS
Chewie really enjoys fish, he tries to eat at least two portions of fish every week.
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Fish is high in protein, vitamins and minerals and low in saturated fats, which is great for a healthy body. Chewie loves oily fish like mackerel, salmon and sardines as they contain Omega 3 fatty acids which may help him with concentration.
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