Healthy Food: Role Modeling Summit Explores Crucial Link Between Mothers, Daughters, Food and Health -- WASHINGTON, April 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ --

Role Modeling Summit Explores Crucial Link Between Mothers, Daughters, Food and Health -- WASHINGTON, April 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ --: "How Mothers Can Pass on Their Own Health Legacy
The panel of leading health and nutrition experts closed the Summit by developing recommendations to mothers:
Eat (and Drink) Healthy Yourself. Kids will do as you do, so consume the foods and beverages that you want your children to have. Encourage lowfat or fat free milk instead of sugary drinks at every meal.
Make Meals Matter: Make family meals a positive time for you and your kids. Avoid criticism and enjoy your time (and your food) with your family.
Get Active: Be active to set a good example for your kids. Avoid unhealthy habits and find your family's favorite ways to be active together.
Focus on the Positive: Avoid making negative comments about food, your body or your child's body. Boost your daughter's self-esteem by complimenting qualities beyond just appearance."