Early nutrition lessons can help develop heart-healthy habits that last a lifetime. Invite your kids to help you in the kitchen and talk about what makes some ingredients better for them than others. Discuss ways to cook their favorite foods (like chicken nuggets) healthier, then experiment! Visit the pages below to get started with ways to teach your kids about heart-healthy eating and nutrition.

FOR PARENTS  You want the best for your child. Visit this page to get information to help your child develop healthy habits early in life. Learn More	FOR KIDS Join the American Heart Association as we strive to teach kids the importance of staying active and eating healthy. Learn More
ALLIANCE FOR A HEALTHIER GENERATION  With childhood obesity on the rise, the American Heart Association teamed up with the William J. Clinton Foundation to take bold, innovative steps to put a stop to this disturbing trend. Learn More	EXERCISE AND NUTRITION Inactive children are likely to become inactive adults. That’s why we’re urging schools to take part in the NFL Play 60 Challenge, a six-week program to get student excited, engaged and active! Learn More

Last update Jan. 2010