One in three children in the US is overweight or obese
33% of middle school students aged 11-14 are overweight or at risk for being overweight
Obesity has a significant impact on a student’s overall academic performance
Students who exercise regularly and eat a healthy diet do better in school
Proper nutrition in childhood can reinforce lifelong eating habits that contribute to your children's overall well being and help them to grow up to their full potential and a healthy life. A recent report by the National Federation of State High School Associations observed that more than seven million students participate in organized high school sports.
Good nutrition and a healthy, balanced diet are essential for these young athletes to enhance their performance and maintain optimal health. A Registered Dietitian (RD) can be an invaluable resource by providing accurate nutrition education and by helping them to identify misinformation and unsafe practices. At Evolution, our Registered Dietitians are experienced in working with children. We provide individual counseling and group nutrition programs for kids and families.
Contact us by today for your FREE 15-minute nutrition consultation today.
As with adults, medical insurance may cover a portion of the cost of nutritional counseling for your child. See our information on Health Insurance for Medical Nutriton Therapy for more information.