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Importance ofFamily Mealtimes
The Amazing Benefits of
Eating and Talking
TOGETHER
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Sally Squires, Lean Plate Club columnistThe Washington Post, May 2007
“Most parents look for ways to give their children an edge, but many miss an easy and often inexpensive recipe for success: eating together.”
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Family Mealtimes
A simple family habit = impressive benefits for kids
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Family mealtimes help:
Family togetherness
Behavior issues
School success
Better nutrition
Weight concerns
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Togetherness• Unity and sense of identity
• Safety and security
• Adult role models
• Memories for a lifetime
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Behavior issuesMore family meals mean
teens are less likely to:• Become depressed• Use illegal drugs• Abuse alcohol• Smoke cigarettes• Develop eating disorders• Get pregnant
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School successMore family meals mean youth are more likely to:
• Learn and practice important language skills
• Learn new vocabulary• Do well in school and score
well on achievement tests• Report getting all A’s and B’s
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Better nutrition• Nutrient-rich foods for strong
bodies and smart brains• More fruits, veggies, lean
meats, and milk• Fewer fried foods and soft
drinks
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Weight concernsMore family meals mean
children and teens are:• More likely to have a
healthy weight• Less likely to become or
stay overweight • Less likely to develop an
eating disorder
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Mealtime Goals• Nutrient-rich foods
• TV-free and phone-free
• Minimal distractions
• Relaxed atmosphere
• Positive, child-focused conversations
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“Building, bonding relationships. Developing family self-esteem and pride by sharing daily activities.”
Mealtime memory from teacher in Michigan
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For more information and recipes visit
www.school-wellness.org
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