Did you know that with healthful habits, the risk of many chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, osteoporosis, and certain cancers may be reduced, and the chances for a longer life may be increased? YOU can influence a child's eating and physical activity behaviors by being a positive role model.

At the end of this module, you will be able to:

• Describe the responsibility of teachers, other school staff, and youth caregivers as role models.
• Recognize the role teachers, other school staff, and youth caregivers have in promoting nutrition and physical activity to youth.
• List actions that teachers and caregivers can take to be positive role models.