Johnson Family Journal - A big family takes the pledge

Johnson Family

The Johnson family is a big one; Michael (38), Yulanda (33), Jeremy (13), Alexis (12), Tyler (10), Ryan (9), Zachary (7) and Kayla (3). This family of 8 really values their family time by having "family meetings" on Sunday.

Health challenges are no stranger to the Johnson family, Michael is about 55 lbs overweight which is affecting his knees and back and Yulanda has high blood pressure. Family dinners are mostly meat and starches and eating habits center around sugar and fats.

The Johnson family takes the pledge to heart and hopes that it will help eliminate some of their health issues. They want to incorporate more green into their diets and try to grill or bake as much as possible. They've decided to replace chips and cookies with carrots and raisins, soda with 100% fruit smoothies, and to have more fruit cups and fruit displayed.

At least once per week they get out to the YMCA to workout, and play basketball. The family also walks the nature trails at the parks and around the neighborhood together.

This close-knit, busy family wants to improve their overall health and is using the experience to bring their family closer together.

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