Table of Contents
Foreword
Introduction
PART IoXOUR OVERWEIGHT KIDS
Chapter 1. A Population Out of Control
A Modern Phenomenon
Outlook for the Future
Chapter 2. Escalating Health Risks
Self-Image/Self-Esteem
Coronary Heart Disease
Cancer
Bad News/Good News
Chapter 3. What Parents Can Do
The Role of Genetics
A Challenge to Parents: Look in the Mirror
Keep a Healthy Perspective
PART IIoXPHYSICAL ACTIVITY: A FAMILY AFFAIR
Chapter 4. Kids Need Exercise
A Critical Situation
The Benefits of Exercise
The Best Medicine
Chapter 5. How Much is Enough?
Exercise Guidelines for Children
Exercise Guidelines for Adolescents
The Activity Pyramid
Chapter 6. Influences on Physical Activity
Biological and Developmental Factors
Psychological Factors
Social and Environmental Factors
Chapter 7. What Parents Can Do
Six Steps to Success
Summing Up
PART IIIoXDIET: THE PROBLEM
Chapter 8. What Kids Eat is Hazardous to Their Health
Too Much Fat
Too Much Sodium
Too Much Sugar
Not Enough Complex Carbohydrates and Fiber
Chapter 9. Why Kids Eat the Way They Do
A Shift in Priorities: Convenience over Nutrition
Television Advertising
School Food
Good Intentions, Bad Results
Chapter 10. What Parents Can Do
Keep a Positive Outlook
Establish a Fat Guideline
Learn How to Read Food Labels
Make a Meal Plan
Modify Foods Your Child Already Likes
Disband the Clean Plate Club
Make Palatability a Priority
PART IVoXDIET: THE SEVEN-STEP SOLUTION
Chapter 11. Zero in on the Basics
Chapter 12. 1: Pick a Good Breakfast Cereal
Chapter 13. 2: Switch to Fat-Free and Low-Fat Milk and Cheese
Milk
Cheese
Other Dairy Foods
Chapter 14. 3:Cut Out Fatty Hamburgers and Hot Dogs
Hamburgers
Hot Dogs
Chapter 15. 4: Lighten Up Lunches
Three Actions for Parents
Chapter 16. 5: Make Fast Food Your Friend
Hamburgers and Hot Dogs
French Fries and Other Potatoes
Chicken and Turkey
Fish and Seafood
Other Sandwiches
Pizza
Salads
Mexican Food
Breakfast
Chapter 17. 6: Go for the Best Snacks
Make Fruits and Vegetables the Premium Snacks
Make Smarter Choices
Chapter 18. 7: Refocus Your Meals
Decrease Animal Foods
Increase Grains, Beans, Fruits, and Vegetables
Chapter 19. A Last Word
COOKBOOK
Comments from the Cook
Nutritional Analysis
Recipes
Soups and Chili
Pasta
Salads
Poultry
Beef, Veal, and Pork
Seafood
Side Dishes
Kid-Friendly Vegetables
Old Favorites Made Lean
Fresh Fruit Endings
Menus
Bibliography
General Index
Recipe Index
