Read the passage and fill in the blanks with proper words. (用适当的单词完成下列短文，首字母已给出) 14%
Not all heavy children have weight problems like adults. However, as children get older, their chance for staying overweight goes up. The chance is even higher if one or both parents are also overweight. It’s important to work on weight problems early.
Why is a healthy weight important? If you are too heavy and fat, you’re at an increased c____ of a number of serious illnesses, especially heart problems. Maybe you also suffer from other problems. For example, you may not sleep well.
The best way to l___ weight is to eat more healthy food and to exercise more. Be p____--it may take a long time. Don’t stop yourself from eating,because you have to eat healthier food. Get the whole family to eat h____, and it will be good for everyone. When you go to the supermarket, look at the foods and try to buy those that are low in fat. At the same t__, don’t mind too much about your weight. Make sure you praise yourself for your strengths (长处).
Do m____ exercises! The modern life is really bad! Too much internet, computer games, and TV stop kids from taking part in sports. Parents should ask kids to join in sports and other p___ activities like dancing, running, etc. Get the whole family to go for a walk or a bike ride, play games with other children. You can have foot races, go skating or play basketball. If you have a pet, you can take it out for exercise every day. The idea of joining a school sports team is also a good one.