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| |  | Are Our Children Addicted to Sugar? By Laura El Alam As Muslims, we know we should avoid substances that negatively affect our health. We are, for example, prohibited from drinking alcohol and taking recreational drugs. However, there is one particular substance that is completely halal but potentially dangerous. It can be found almost everywhere we go and nowadays it is incorporated into nearly everything we eat. As you may have guessed, the substance is sugar. Learn more about the dangers of consuming sugar and how to choose healthier options. |
| | | Parenting Tip There is a lot of data indicating that childhood obesity is on the rise. With that weight gain, also comes big impacts to short- and long-term physical and socio-emotional health. We must all work to reverse this trend ASAP. |
| |  | Getting Our Children Moving By Wendy Díaz Making a habit of physical exercise early in life can have a long-lasting impact on children. Most healthy and well-nourished youngsters already have the energy they need. They only require a safe environment to expend those reserves. Adult caregivers (including parents, grandparents, and teachers) can help guide children to take part in activities that include movement. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, children, ages six to seventeen should be physically active for 60 minutes or more a day. Learn about 10 ways to get your children moving. |
| | | Quote The 2022 report of the National Confectioners Association (the association representing candy manufactures) boastfully chalked up record-breaking sales to the “incredible permissibility” fostered by “the strong connection between emotional well-being and confectionery.” |
| |  | Have You Eaten Your Rainbow Today? By Umm Ahmed Generally, when we say, eating healthy, it refers to getting the right amount of calories, vitamins, minerals and other nutrients into our body. No matter your eating preferences, one of the best ways to ensure this is to add foods like fruits and vegetables to the daily diet. It can be a formidable challenge with children who are picky eaters though. Learn about how foods and their colors are indicative of certain vitamins and minerals and how you can use the visual of a rainbow to draw attention to the notion of eating well. And find out 6 tips to make healthy eating fun! |
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| | Islamic Guidance The Prophet Muhammed, peace and blessings be upon him, left his followers a blueprint for good health. He taught people the spiritual dimensions of eating, encouraging his followers to dine communally, saying: “Eat together, and mention the name of Allah over your food. It will be blessed for you.” (Abu Dawud) |
| |  | It Takes a Village to Fight Childhood Obesity By Tayaabah Qazi Families are spending more time indoors and an average child is spending way more time in front of the screen than is considered healthy. It is safely assumed that obesity amongst children is a direct cause of the Type 2 diabetes epidemic, and increased depression, autoimmune disorders, and many other health issues in youth. It will take a village to not only raise but also save our children from the increasing danger emanating from obesity. Learn more about actions you can take in your home, at your child’s school, and in our community to increase your child’s overall health now and into the future. |
| | | Interesting Facts According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: - About 1 in 5 American children has obesity.
- Compared to children with healthy weight, children who are overweight or obese are at a higher risk for asthma, sleep apnea, bone and joint problems, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease.
- Children with obesity are more likely to experience bullying, social isolation, depression, and lower self-esteem.
For more details, see Preventing Childhood Obesity: 4 Things Families Can Do. |
| |  | Early Childhood Experiences Impact Lifelong Health and Learning By Umm Ahmed Early childhood experiences play a crucial role in shaping an individual's lifelong health and learning. Positive experiences in early childhood such as having a secure attachment with a caretaker, opportunities for play and exploration, a positive socio-economic environment, and access to nutritious food support better physical and mental health outcomes. On the contrary, negative experiences such as neglect or abuse, exposure to violence, conflict and chronic stress, and poverty can have lasting negative effects on health, learning, and social-emotional development. Learn about the brain-body connection and how you can adopt healthy practices for your family and our community. |
| | | |  | Adams World Video: Aneesah Tries Something New Adams tries to get Aneesah to try something new - a new food, a new game - but she is NOT interested. Finally he tells her a story about how Islam was introduced and she changes her mind. The Arabic letter “meem” is introduced and the English letter “M” for Makkah. (6:07) |
| | | | Make good use of these engaging courses that are fun for the entire family! |
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| |  | The Sound Vision Foundation has been a trusted source of Islamic knowledge for more than 30 years. Our work with the world-renowned puppets Adam and Aneesah pioneered creative programming for Muslim children, encouraging them to learn about and love their religion. We continue to bring sound content and engaging programs that stimulate minds, touch hearts, and strive to fulfill our mission of raising better Muslims, better neighbors, and better citizens. This latest effort is designed to support and empower Muslim parents to do the same. |
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