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How can I help my child to stay (or become) lean and healthy?
When children eat mostly whole foods with plenty of vegetables and fruit
and do regular physical activity, they naturally gravitate towards a
healthy body weight and stay that way. The single most effective way to
help your child to eat well is to eat well yourself. If most of the foods
you eat at home are nutrient-rich, minimally processed foods, your child
will automatically eat that way, too. Try to find active pursuits that you
and your child can enjoy together. This will help both of you
attain and maintain a healthy weight.
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