Fat Kids

It’s a scary time these days. Children weigh more and more. Some children weigh so much, that they can barely move. What’s the culprit? We are. Society is on warp speed and with that comes fast food – not just McDonalds, Burger King, etc. But fast food also includes all those yummy treats that come in plastic wrappers and has a longer shelf life than you or I.

Essentially items made with speed, chemicals, and comes from a machine is killing our kids. And then there must be some addictive property to these foods as children will go into all out dramatic convulsions if you don’t buy them there sugary treats.

Things must change now or our cute, fat kids will end up robbing themselves of a happy and healthy childhood. First thing, parents remember, you are the parent. You run your household. If you tell your child, “No!” - that means no. Because you are the adult, you have developed self-restraint and knowledge. You know that some things can be dangerous for a child who has not yet come to the realization of proper nutrition and self-control. Children thrive well with boundaries. So give it to them.

As a family, you could all go on a nutritional transformation. Teach your children the importance of fiber, vitamins, vegetables, etc. Lose a couple of pounds with them. Do not buy junk food – instead teach your children how to enjoy natural sugars like fruits.

Next, implement exercise into your child’s life. Make it fun. Race them or play tag. Jump rope or play basketball with them. They will forget about food and enjoy spending time with you. That is essentially what overeating is about. It is using food as a means to compensate for a lack somewhere in life. Your children are most likely starving for your attention.