The Guelph Family Health Study is a long-term study designed to follow families over many years. We are learning new ways to help families set good routines for eating, activity, sleep and screen time at home. These habits can help kids be healthy now and in the future.
Family Resources
We have resources available to support families in various aspects of their health and wellbeing.
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GFHS in the News
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Healthy habits and the holiday season: Tips for families to navigate eating, physical activity and sleep
The holiday season is a time of exciting activities, family get-togethers and a time away from the normal work and school routine. Integrating simple, healthy household habits over the holidays can help your family maintain healthy eating, sleep and activity behaviours to feel your best during this busy season. Read the full article here: https://theconversation.com/healthy-habits-and-the-holiday-season-tips-for-families-to-navigate-eating-physical-activity-and-sleep-271723
What would it take for Canadians to eat less ultra-processed foods?
Research has shown how bad ultra-processed foods can be for people’s health, but factors including the cost of fresh foods and food literacy can make them harder to avoid for some Canadians. Read the full article here: https://www.cbc.ca/news/health/tackling-ultraprocessed-foods-9.6984761