More info:
Books —
• “Teenage Waistland: A Former Fat Kid Weighs in on Living Large, Losing Weight and How Parents Can (and Can’t) Help,” by Abby Ellin, PublicAffairs, 2005. This book, written by a former weight-loss camper, discusses various weight-loss methods.
• “Underage and Overweight: America’s Childhood Obesity Epidemic — What Every Family Needs to Know,” by Frances M. Berg, Hatherleigh Press, 2005. This book analyzes the causes of childhood obesity and provides tips and ideas on how to create and maintain a healthier lifestyle.
• “Fit Kids: A Practical Guide to Raising Active and Healthy Children — From Birth to Teens,” by Mary L. Gavin, Steven A. Dowshen and Neil Izenberg, DK Publishing Inc., 2004. This book aims to give parents ideas about fitness and good nutrition. It offers easy recipes and ideas on physical activities for the whole family.
Associations —
• American Dietetic Association, 120 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 2000, Chicago, IL 60606. Phone: 800/877-1600. Web site: www.eatright.org. This group offers information on healthy eating for children. It also promotes family meals and provides nutrition fact sheets.
• American Camp Association, 5000 State Road 67 N, Martinsville, IN 46151. Phone: 765/342-8456. Web site: www.ACAcamps.org. This nonprofit group accredits camps nationwide and represents about 2,300 camps. Its Web site enables visitors to search for different types of camps across the country.
Online —
• TeensHealth (www.teenshealth.org) was created by the Nemours Foundation’s Center for Children’s Health Media as an online resource for teens. It has information on such topics as food and nutrition, body image and physical activity.
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