If a child is classified as obese by his or her physician, chances are there is more going on with their diet and lifestyle than just serving a glass of whole milk a few times a day. Milk gets targeted early on as a quick fix way to trim fat and calories. Instead, parents and caregivers need to look first to foods that supply ample fat, without a lot of nutrition. There is a great deal to consider and explore when a very young child is diagnosed as obese, far more than just the kind of milk served. Genetics play a key role in determining the size and shape of children.
Children naturally come in a variety of sizes and shapes.
Some are tall, some short, some light, some large. Regardless of size or shape, each boy and girl needs to hear and know they are accepted and loved as they are.