2.3: Let’s Practice

Now we’ll look at how we can use the three key parenting practices to help cut down on fast food for ourselves and our children. These practices are: Role Modeling, Setting Expectations, and Creating a supportive environment.

You do not know what you are going to do for dinner. Your child suggests going to a fast food restaurant.

You go to your favorite fast food restaurant. Your whole family loves french fries.

At a restaurant, how can everyone order their favorite food and eat less?

You normally let the children eat and drink whatever they want at the buffet.

Your often buy fast food like frozen pizza or unhealthy frozen dinners to have at home

Your child likes to eat high-calorie snacks after school.