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MEND is a community, family-based programme for overweight and obese children aged 7-13 years old and their families. The multi-disciplinary programme places equal emphasis on Mind, Exercise and Nutrition…Do It! (MEND)
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It combines all the elements known to be vital in treating and preventing overweight or obesity in children, including family involvement, practical education in nutrition, increasing physical activity and behavioural change. With an emphasis on practical fun learning, the programme is designed to deliver sustained improvements in families’ diets, fitness levels and overall health.
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It is important to note MEND is not a diet and expressly does not encourage rapid weight loss. Rather, it is about empowerment, putting the child at the centre of a range of ways to make life changes in terms of physical activity, food, self confidence and personal development. By following the MEND principles, participants will lose weight naturally and thereby build a foundation for healthy living – for life.
