Healthy Weights for Children

It is important for kids to have a healthy lifestyle that includes healthy eating and physical activity.

Children should have balanced meals that include 3 out of the 4 food groups from Canada’s Food Guide. Children aged 4-8 need 5 servings of vegetables and fruits, 4 servings of grain products, 3-4 servings of milk and alternatives and 1-2 servings of meat and alternatives each day.

Additionally, Children aged 6-14 should be physically active for 90 minutes each day. This can include going for a walk, playing soccer or hockey, playing outside with friends, swimming and biking.

Useful Resources

Eat Right, Be Active – A guide for parents of children ages 12-36 months

Eat Right, Be Active – A guide for parents of children ages 3-5

Eat Right, Be Active – A guide for parents of children ages 6-8

Busy Bodies – provides meal and activity ideas for children

School Lunches Your Kids Will Munch

Last reviewed: February 11, 2011