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Never put your children on low-calorie deprivation diets – by restricting calories, you can stunt their growth; lower your child's fat intake, but maintain calories by increasing carbohydrates found in fruits, vegetables, cereals, breads, and pasta; remove temptations that may lie around the house – don't leave cookie jars on kitchen counters; don't use desserts and sweets as rewards; have family meals – set a good example by eating a wide variety of foods; make mealtime pleasant – do

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n't use this time for criticising or scolding your child; build your child's self-esteem – show her that you love and accept her, regardless of her weight.

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