Sleep Keeps Kids Slim

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"One thing that influences children's bedtime is how much television they're watching at night," said Snell. "I think we all know from experience that watching television can be associated with eating snacks, and children have increased opportunity to eat when they are awake longer." Snell said parents can help ensure kids get to bed on time by keeping their children's rooms free of television sets. She also recommended establishing a set bedtime routine, and getting pre-school and elementary-age children in bed by 8:00 p.m. on school nights.

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SOURCE: Ivanhoe interview with Emily Snell; Child Development, 2007;78