Tips for Parents: Talking with Your Kids About a Healthy Lifestyle

One in three children under the age of 18 are now overweight or obese, and many children have an increased risk for heart disease, diabetes and a host of other ailments. Encouraging a healthy lifestyle for your children is more important than ever and Community Health Charities wants to provide parents, caregivers and educators with information and tips on how they can effectively talk to kids about this sensitive topic.

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Join host Jerry Franz in getting to know what the nation's most trusted health charities can do for you and your family. Every month the Health Matters at Work podcast series explores current health topics by interviewing experts from America's credible health charities in a talkshow format. Learn more about your own health and the health charities that can provide you support, information and services to live a healthier life.