The early years are an important time for children to establish healthy dietary and activity habits. Balancing calories consumed with calories burned during periods of activity helps children achieve and maintain a healthy weight. Schools play an important role in this process by educating children about making healthy food choices, incorporating physical activity into daily class routines, and serving meals that comply with nutritional guidelines. These simple changes can lead to positive lifelong outcomes for children. What is a positive energy balance?
a) Energy remaining after a period of physical activity
b) A spiritual feeling of relaxation and balance
c) The consumption of more calories than the body uses
d) A calorie deficit that results from increased physical activity
