Children's Health, Nutrition and Physical Activity
The EAP can help employees and their families with issues surrounding the challenges of parenting. EAP provides information, referrals and consultations. For more information or to discuss parenting issues, contact the EAP toll-free at 1-800-322-5327 or email at eap@umassmed.edu.
Here are some websites with information and ideas that will help with raising healthy children:
BAM-Body and Mind for Kids
ChooseMyPlate.gov
HealthyChildren.org (sponsored by the American Academy of Pediatrics)
Healthy Weight-Tips for Parents
Keep the Beat:Deliciously Healthy Eating Recipes
KidsHealth.org
LetsMove.gov
NASA: Train Like an Astronaut
Physical Activity for Kids
President's Challenge
Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
The Science Behind Drug Abuse for Teens
We Can - Ways to Enhance Children's Activity and Nutrition
Young Men's Health