Welcome!. What is L.E.A.N. ® ? SIMPLE, PRACTICAL and INTERACTIVE educational WORKSHOPS that teach parents basic behaviors that will EMPOWER them to raise.

Welcome!

What is L.E.A.N.®?

SIMPLE, PRACTICAL and INTERACTIVE

educational WORKSHOPS that teach

parents basic behaviors that will

EMPOWER them to raise healthy children.

What does L.E.A.N. stand for?

The four pillars of health.

Lifestyle:

Exercise:

Attitude:

Nutrition:

how we live

move

think

eat

how we

how we

how we

Dr. Bill Sears• 35 years as a practicing pediatrician• An expert on family nutrition• America’s most trusted source for child-rearing* info• Renowned author

– Over 40 Books & numerous scientific articles• More than 100 television appearances, including:

– Dr. Phil, Oprah, 20/20, CNN, Dateline, etc.• Medical and parenting consultant

– Parenting & Baby Talk Magazines• Popular “askdrsears.com” website • Also . . .

– Overweight as a child– Survived stage 4 colon cancer as an adult

* Parenting/Baby Talk Survey - 2007

Sean Foy, M.A.

• Exercise Physiologist & Behavioral Coach

• President, Personal Wellness Corporation• Co-author of

–Dr. Sears’ LEAN Kids book & curriculum

–Dr. Sears’ LEAN Start Program

• Author – 10 Minute Total Body Makeover

Big Concerns

OBESITY

“F as in Fat” (2010). Robert Wood Johnson Foundation

“F as in Fat” (2010). Robert Wood Johnson Foundation

Obesity 16.4%Overweight 18.2%

34.6%

Obesity Facts

• In the past year, adult obesity rates increased in 28 states, only DC saw decline

• 2/3 of adults and 1/3 of children and teens are currently obese or overweight.

• Since 1980, the number of obese adults has doubled.

• Skyrocketing numbers with obese children since 1970– Ages 6-11 x 4

– Ages 12 – 19 x 3

• Obesity during pregnancy increases risks, plus the size and future of baby

The Cost of ObesityAffects us all!

• Matter of National Security!– Kids too FAT to join and perform in the military– Less than 1/3 of kids engage in vigorous activity

• $147,000,000 obesity-related medical costs – 10 % of all annual medical spending.

• We won’t be able to compete in global economy– Rising health care costs – add’l $1,427 year– Workforce in poor health

Big Concerns

NUTRITION DEFICIT DISORDERS

Nutrition Deficit Disorder (NDD)

• Nutrition affects a child’s LEARNING, BEHAVIOR, ATHLETISISM & HEALTH

• Thin does not equal healthy• NDD has physical and mental affects

– ADHD, developmental delays, depression, learning disabilities, allergic diseases, inflammatory diseases (e.g., dermatitis, colitis, bronchitis)

Food and a Child’s Brain

– Junk food can cause neurotransmitters (which pass along information) to function improperly.

– Smart food allows information to be processed correctly which enables children to function at their optimal level

Performance & Learning

A six year old child’s handwriting on a Junk Food diet.

Six year old child’s handwriting after one month of *change in diet.

BEFORE AFTER

*An increase in Omega-3’s was used to illustrate the change in diet.

Oxford-Durham Study Results

Big Concerns

THE FUTURE?

Disease & Death Rates

• Obesity is related to more than 20 major chronic diseases.

• 1 in 3 adults have some form of heart disease – kids have onset

• More than 80 million Americans have type 2 diabetes or are pre-diabetic

• Obese children are 2X more likely to die prematurely before the age of 55

Addressing the Problem

What we know• Traditional approaches don’t work

– Program failures– Obesity rate growth

• Incentives only work while in place• Current solutions not sustainable• Food Pyramid fails

– Quantity vs. quality– Confusing & ineffective

Associated Press reports that after spending over

$1,000,000,000 to change the way kids eat, of the 57 government

programs, only 4 showed any moderate

signs of success

Parenting 101

“A Child’s Education Begins

with Educating the Parents”

Robert Doman Jr. – Founder/Director, The National Association for Child Development

Formula for Creating Change

• Develop a paradigm shift– Lifestyle vs. diet– Mental and physical

• Instill the desire for change – hot buttons• Make it simple and fun• The right focus

– Parents and caregivers– Multifaceted – community, school, etc.– Prevention, intervention, and accountability

education

Education is the Solution

The L.E.A.N. Difference

Why L.E.A.N.

• Educates the decision maker – the parent

• Simple and easy to understand

• Provides a “trusted source”

• Tackles issues of childhood obesity, disease prevention and wellness

• Proven results

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4.66

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Sharing highs and lows (N=357)

Talking with other parents in class (N=368)

Sharing snacks and recipes (N=357)

Meeting in a group setting (N=358)

LEAN Start DVD lessons (N=363)

Caregiver's manual (N=354)

Family fun book (N=372)

In class activities (N=361)

Why L.E.A.N.

Parents believe information learned in L.E.A.N. Start is very useful.

Why L.E.A.N.

Parents are confident they implement learned behaviors with their families.

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4.31

4.34

4.55

4.61

4.69

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Eat smaller portions (N=369)

Eat foods with a lot of fiber (N=380)

Prepare low fat food (N=375)

Exercise at least 3 times a week (N=377)

Prepare healthier foods (N=379)

Encourage kids to play and be active (N=381)

Encourage kids to drink more water (N=377)

Ask a Parent

“I learned a lot with regard to nutrition. I also learned how to read labels before buying anything… it really

helped me change my eating habits. I hope there will be more of these classes to benefit our families.”

- L.E.A.N. Start Parent

Dr. Sears’ L.E.A.N. is:

• All about education– Not a franchise– Not a business opportunity– Not multi-level marketing

• Not affiliated with any product

• Focused on changing lives

“The best gift you can give a child is the gift of health.”

William Sears, M.D.

A Holistic Approach

Behavior

Learning

Performance

Energy

Illness / DiseaseActions

L.E.A.N.® Programs

• Fun and interactive educational workshop for parents and caregivers with children ages 3 to 12 years old.

• Condensed version of L.E.A.N. Start for busy parents.

• Teaches those preparing for pregnancy, expecting and nursing mothers how to care for themselves and their babies.

• Is easy to learn and implement

– Fun and easy to incorporate into everyday life– Practical tools to take home

• Targets parents with children ages 3 to12• Six hours of instruction over 6 or 3 weeks• Class applications

– Community focused education – Parent Universities– County health initiatives– Faith-based groups– Medical centers & practices– Corporate wellness programs

L.E.A.N. Start

L.E.A.N. Essentials

• Condensed Course for the Time-Strapped and Skeptical

• 2 Hours of Instruction…Fun• Class Applications

– A Great First Step Program– Home Based– Small & Big Groups– Fundamentals

Traffic Light Eating

Traffic Light Eating ~ Green Light Foods

• Foods that are grown

• Colorful

• Usually can be eaten raw

• Help you grow

• Includes all fruits and vegetables

• Eat as much as you want

“go”

• Yellow means “slow down”• Okay to eat every day, but not too

much • Have more calories than Green

Light Foods• Usually have more fat or sugar

than Green Light Foods • Includes things like pasta, rice,

bread, nuts, yogurt, low fat cheese, & chicken

Traffic Light Eating ~ Yellow Light Foods

• Red means “stop and think”• Make a different choice or eat a

smaller portion• Lower in nutrients & higher in

calories • Includes foods with artificial

sweeteners, hydrogenated oils or trans-fat

• High in fat and/or sugar• Includes foods like butter, cookies,

donuts, white bread, soda, ham and other fatty meats

Traffic Light Eating ~ Red Light Foods

Building a healthier world, one family at a time!