What’s the best way for a child to lose weight?
It’s normal for some kids to put on a little extra weight, especially right before puberty. Try not to over react. Check with your child’s doctor to determine whether your concern is justified. Generally speaking, young children should not be put on restrictive diets. Being more physically active is one of the best ways for children to lose or grow into their weight. Encourage active play and activities that move the body, such as running, hiking or sports. Limit the amount of time spent watching TV, sitting at the computer or playing video games. Using USDA’s MyPyramid as a tool, offer your child foods from all the food groups. Eating foods from the “Extras” list less frequently or in smaller amounts will help reduce fat and calories. Be sure to offer the same foods to other family members so that your child won’t feel marked as being “different,” or “on a diet”. My child has declared herself a vegetarian and refuses to eat meat. What do I do? Generally, lacto-ovo vegetarian diets tha
