SaraC asked:


I read that children over the age of 1 who are eating 100% table food do not need whole milk, assuming that they are eating the recommended portions of fruits and vegetables and also getting a consistent source of iron.

The main point of the study (which was in an old parenting magazine) was that if children are eating proper portions from each of the food groups, whole milk isn’t necessary. Rather, it’s extra fat in their diet which could cause obesity down the road.

Now, I’m aware that most babies and toddlers don’t eat proper portions of each food group, simply because they can’t eat that much each day and some foods are too difficult for them yet, but that’s not the point. The study said IF…

What do you think?
I guess I should have said:

Do you agree or disagree with this study?
Sorry! I forgot to add that they suggest 2% or skim instead.

Oscar

cynthia r asked:


Hello, I`m a mother of an overweight boy. My son, Jimmy, is 12, 4 ft 9 in, and 132 lbs. We had him checked by a doctor, and now he`s on a diet. We also made him to take swimming lessons but he`s not very fond of it. I noticed he`s quite sad and lonely. I was wondering if there is any online community for parents with overweight or obese children. I`d like to talk to someone who has been through the same experience or faces my problem. Thank you.

Colleen