Obese Children
It states in the book Caring for your Adolescent: Ages 12 to 21 wrote in October of 1991 that most successful weight-reduction strategies for obese teenagers have concentrated not only on dietary control and exercise but also on improving self-esteem. ... The book Caring for your adolescent: ages 12 to 21 also says that Children should learn to relax while eating, take small bites, enjoy each bite, chew slowly, and always leave some food on the table. ... Physical sports would be a fun way to loose weight but, you have to watch and make sure the coach is not pushing the children to hard. ... However, for children who are more than 40 percent overweight for their age and height, may recommend a comprehensive plan. At this age children should avoid fad diets and instead consume a variety of foods relatively low in calories but high in nutritional value.