CAREABOUTKIDS

PARENTS: Studies show that people who consume many foods and drinks with added sugar tend to consume more calories than pople who consume fewer of these foods. They also show a link between weight gain and drinking sweetened beverages. Cutting back on added sugars, especially from sweetened beverages such as regular soda and fruit punch, can help you and your family maintain a healthy weight.MY WORD: remember, you are your child's role model. Eat and drink good and nutritious food.