Push the point that when a child feels full he can push away his plate and leave the table. This will help the child know how much time he or she has before the next meal. Therefore there is less chance they will overeat between meals. Discuss a few alternative activities other than eating. Anything you do now can ward off trouble down the road.
Recent studies show obesity is up six percent over the past year.
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