I think she looks fine. He is very active, watches very little television, and eats fast food only on occasion. Our kids always seem be in a hurry in the morning, often rushing off to school with little more than a toaster pastry. But keep in mind that this is an average. A child's activity level and growth rate significantly affect the actual number of calories that he or she needs.
Small stomachs can handle less at mealtimes, making nutritious snacks essential for most children.
If you are concerned about your son's caloric intake, see your health-care provider. He or she can check his rate of growth, weight for age and weight for height, which are tools for assessing the caloric adequacy of a child's diet. To help ensure that your son's diet is also nutritionally adequate, rely on the USDA's new Food Guide Pyramid for Young Children. To learn more about the USDA's new pint-sized pyramid, visit the government Web site . I think she looks fine.